Movie

Firstborn

“Jake Livingston had to grow up fast... because his mother didn't.”

★ 6.1(62)19841h 43m

Firstborn is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home in United States. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 10 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Michael Apted
Release date: 1984-10-26
Runtime: 1h 43m
Language: English
Box office: $6,250,994
Budget: $8,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Jaffe-Lansing

Firstborn — trailer

About Firstborn

Firstborn is a 1984 movie in the Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Michael Apted, starring Teri Garr, Peter Weller and Christopher Collet. It has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 62 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Firstborn in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Because he's the oldest, Jake has been the man of the house, since his parents divorce. When Mom starts seeing Sam, who always seems to be trying some new way to get rich quick, and declares he's the man of the house now, Jake puts up with it. Until he discovers Sam's illegal activities.

Cast

Teri Garr

Wendy

Peter Weller

Sam

Christopher Collet

Jake Livingston

Corey Haim

Brian Livingston

Sarah Jessica Parker

Lisa

Robert Downey Jr.

Lee

Chris Gartin

Mr. Rader

James Harper

Mr. Rader

Larry Atlas

Stranger

Ned Eisenberg

Learner Driver (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

tensionlittle brother

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Firstborn in United States?+

In United States, Firstborn is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Firstborn on Netflix?+

Firstborn is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Firstborn?+

Firstborn has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

Who stars in Firstborn?+

Firstborn stars Teri Garr, Peter Weller, Christopher Collet, Corey Haim and Sarah Jessica Parker.

When did Firstborn come out?+

Firstborn is a 1984 movie directed by Michael Apted.

What genre is Firstborn?+

Firstborn is Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Firstborn?+

Firstborn was directed by Michael Apted.