To Be First

20071h 15m

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Good to know

Director: Patrick Reams
Release date: 2007-08-12
Runtime: 1h 15m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Wall to Wall

About To Be First

To Be First is a 2007 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Patrick Reams, starring Rupert Graves, Ben Miles and Adam Neill. It has a runtime of 1 hour 15 minutes. Below you can see where to watch To Be First in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The year is 1967 and the race is on to make medical history. Dr Christiaan Barnard, a brilliant and ambitious South African surgeon and three surgeons in America are attempting the impossible: the world's first human heart transplant. The Americans have trained and prepared together for this day for years, and Dr Barnaard is driven by a fierce determination to succeed. And succeed he does, giving Mr Washkowski an unbelievable extension of life, never before done, never before thought possible. This breakthrough in medical history, paved the way forward and made Dr Barnaard a legend.

Cast

Rupert Graves

Ben Miles

Adam Neill

Bertie 'Bossie' Bosman

Patrick Lyster

Val Schrire

Themes & keywords

surgeonsouth africaheart transplant

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch To Be First in Canada?+

To Be First is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is To Be First on Netflix?+

To Be First is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is To Be First?+

To Be First has a runtime of 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes).

Who stars in To Be First?+

To Be First stars Rupert Graves, Ben Miles, Adam Neill and Patrick Lyster.

When did To Be First come out?+

To Be First is a 2007 movie directed by Patrick Reams.

What genre is To Be First?+

To Be First is Drama film.

Who directed To Be First?+

To Be First was directed by Patrick Reams.