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The First Grader

7.120101h 43mMovieDramaHistoryRomance

The true story of an 84 year-old Kenyan villager and ex Mau Mau freedom fighter who fights for his right to go to school for the first time to get the education he could never afford.

DirectorJustin Chadwick
WriterAnn Peacock
ProducersSam Feuer·Mario Zvan

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Justin Chadwick

NHNaomie Harris
Naomie Harris
Jane Obinchu
TKTony Kgoroge
Tony Kgoroge
Charles Obinchu
NR
Nick Reding
Officer Johnson
OL
Oliver Litondo
Kimani N'gan'ga Maruge
AM
Alfred Munyua
KM
Kamau Mbaya
Kamau Chege

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The First Grader — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The First Grader?

The First Grader isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and BFI Player. It's not on Netflix.

Is The First Grader on Netflix?

No, The First Grader is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and BFI Player.

Is The First Grader on Amazon Prime Video?

The First Grader isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The First Grader for free?

The First Grader isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video and BFI Player.

Is The First Grader based on a true story?

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