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The First Step

20231h 30mMovieDocumentary

Van Jones navigates increasingly tense and isolating political and racial divides in his attempt to become a “bridge builder” during the Trump administration.

DirectorBrandon Kramer
ProducersAbigail Disney·Regina K. Scully

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Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsThe Roku ChannelThe Roku Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Brandon Kramer

VJVan Jones
Van Jones
Self
LR
Louis L. Reed
Self
JJ
Jessica Jackson
Self
VW
Virgie Walker
Self
PW
Pete White
Self
TJ
Tylo James
Self
FD
Fabian Debora
Self
DC
Douglas Copenhaver
Self
MW
Martin West
Self
WT
William Thompson
Self
RE
Rhonda Edmunds
Self
JKJared Kushner
Jared Kushner
Self

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The First Step — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The First Step?

The First Step is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The First Step on Netflix?

No, The First Step is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and The Roku Channel.

Is The First Step on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The First Step is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The First Step for free?

The First Step is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel in United States.