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The First Name

6.52023MovieDrama

At 31, Fanta, a lawyer, is pregnant and about to give birth. Following a phone call between her husband and her mother-in-law, she discovers that the latter has already chosen the baby's name. Stunned by this situation, she decides to fight for the right to name her child.

DirectorAïssatou Ndiaye Gueye
WriterAïssatou Ndiaye Gueye

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Aïssatou Ndiaye Gueye

FS
Fatoumata Sy
MB
Mory Ba
AN
Arame Mbaye Ndao
FF
Fatou Fall
GC
Gnima Coly
AD
Abdoulaye Diouf
SS
Seydina Isaa Sarr
AD
Amy Déme,
AG
Aminata Atta Gueye

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The First Name — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The First Name?

The First Name isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store. It's not on Netflix.

Is The First Name on Netflix?

No, The First Name is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.

Is The First Name on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The First Name isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The First Name for free?

The First Name isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.