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The First

2018 Canceled 46m episodes

5.9/10 104 votes

DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy

Follow the first human mission to Mars, exploring the challenges of taking the first steps toward interplanetary colonization. The story focuses not only on the astronauts, but also on their families and loved ones, as well as the ground team on Earth.

Created by:: Beau Willimon
Cast:: Sean Penn, Natascha McElhone, Oded Fehr, Anna Jacoby-Heron
Language:: English
Country:: United Kingdom, United States of America
Network:: Hulu

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E01

Episode 1

★ 7.3

Separation

2018-09-14 · 46m

On launch day, Vista CEO Laz Ingram and the Providence crew count down to the first manned mission to Mars. Former mission commander Tom Hagerty watches from home. After an intense day he is confronted by an unexpected visitor.

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E02

Episode 2

★ 6.7

What's Needed

2018-09-14 · 46m

With the mission in danger of being shut down, the Vista team travels to Washington to testify before Congress. Meanwhile, the Castillo family pursues their lawsuit against Vista. Tom and his daughter Denise work to repair their relationship.

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E03

Episode 3

★ 6.8

Cycles

2018-09-14 · 46m

Kayla and Tom find themselves at odds when faced with a difficult decision. A problem arises with the Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV) that may jeopardize the crew's safety. Aiko hosts a dinner party to celebrate Sadie and Ollie's wedding anniversary.

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E04

Episode 4

★ 7.2

Where Life Is

2018-09-14 · 46m

Sadie and Ollie's marriage is tested. Laz works with the engineers as pressure builds to find a solution to the MAV malfunction. Tom and Ellen grow closer.

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E05

Episode 5

★ 5.1

Two Portraits

2018-09-14 · 46m

Denise confronts her turbulent upbringing as she paints a portrait of her late mother, revisiting a lifetime of joy and trauma.

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E06

Episode 6

★ 6.8

Collisions

2018-09-14 · 46m

Laz attempts to sway an influential reporter who is critical of the Mars program. Aiko and Eitan test a solution to the MAV problem. An incident with Denise forces Tom to reconsider his priorities.

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E07

Episode 7

★ 7.0

The Choice

2018-09-14 · 46m

Tom and the Providence crew must make a choice with potentially life-threatening consequences. Matteo wrestles with his past. Tom and Denise must deal with unfinished business.

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