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First Time Felon

6.819971h 50mRMovieDrama

Inspired by the true story of Greg Yance. In the film, Yance (Epps) is a hood who goes to jail for possession of drugs. He is given a choice: 5 years in jail or a couple of months in boot camp. He chooses boot camp and finds out it is…

DirectorCharles S. Dutton
WriterDaniel Therriault

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Cast · Directed by Charles S. Dutton

OEOmar Epps
Omar Epps
Greg Yance
DLDelroy Lindo
Delroy Lindo
Calhoun
RTRachel Ticotin
Rachel Ticotin
McBride
TTreach
Treach
Tyrone (as Treach)
JPJustin Pierce
Justin Pierce
Eddie
LJLucinda Jenney
Lucinda Jenney
Sharon
RM
Robin Michelle McClamb
Greg's Mother (as Robin Vaughn)
TNTom Nowicki
Tom Nowicki
Hogan
SDSandra 'Pepa' Denton
Sandra 'Pepa' Denton
Laverne
JJJo D. Jonz
Jo D. Jonz
Pookie
BDBadja Djola
Badja Djola
Disciple Leader
WFWilliam Forsythe
William Forsythe
Sorley

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First Time Felon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams First Time Felon?

First Time Felon isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is First Time Felon on Netflix?

No, First Time Felon is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is First Time Felon on Amazon Prime Video?

No, First Time Felon isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch First Time Felon for free?

First Time Felon isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for First Time Felon?

First Time Felon hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around October 25, 1997. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.

Is First Time Felon based on a true story?

Yes — First Time Felon is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).