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Firstborn (1984)

Movie ★ 6.2 103 min

Drama Thriller

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.

Michael Apted Director Ron Koslow Writer

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Quick facts

Released
October 26, 1984
Runtime
103 min
Rating
PG-13
Budget
$8.0M
Box office
$6.3M
IMDb
tt0087263
Language
Studio
Jaffe-Lansing, Witt/Thomas Productions,

Themes

Cast

Teri Garr Teri Garr Wendy Peter Weller Peter Weller Sam Christopher Collet Christopher Collet Jake Livingston Corey Haim Corey Haim Brian Livingston Sarah Jessica Parker Sarah Jessica Parker Lisa Robert Downey Jr. Robert Downey Jr. Lee Chris Gartin Chris Gartin Mr. Rader James Harper James Harper Mr. Rader Larry Atlas Larry Atlas Stranger Ned Eisenberg Ned Eisenberg Learner Driver (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Firstborn about?
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.
Who directed Firstborn?
Firstborn was directed by Michael Apted.
Who stars in Firstborn?
Firstborn stars Teri Garr, Peter Weller, Christopher Collet, Corey Haim.
When was Firstborn released?
Firstborn is a 1984 drama, thriller film.
Where can I watch Firstborn?
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