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Movie · 1984 · 103 min

Firstborn (1984)

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

6.1/10 · 64 votes
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Firstborn is a 1984 movie (Drama and Thriller). Firstborn was directed by Michael Apted. Firstborn runs 103 minutes. It has an average rating of 6.1/10 from 64 viewers. In United States, you can watch Firstborn on Kanopy.

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Plot

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.

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#tension#little brother#broken family#eldest son#teenage drama#mother's boyfriend

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Firstborn?

In United States, you can watch Firstborn on Kanopy.

Who stars in Firstborn?

The main cast of Firstborn includes Teri Garr, Peter Weller, Christopher Collet, Corey Haim and Sarah Jessica Parker.

Who directed Firstborn?

Firstborn was directed by Michael Apted.

When was Firstborn released?

Firstborn was released on October 26, 1984.

How long is Firstborn?

Firstborn runs 103 minutes.

Is Firstborn worth watching?

Firstborn has an average rating of 6.1/10 from 64 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Firstborn?

If you enjoyed Firstborn, try Hellion, Anemone, Chatroom and The Good Neighbor.

Is Firstborn on Kanopy?

Yes. In United States, Firstborn is available on Kanopy.

How much did Firstborn make at the box office?

Firstborn grossed $6,250,994 worldwide on a budget of $8,000,000.

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Updated: October 25, 2026 ·