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The First Time

2012Movie1 h 35 minPG-13

ComedyDrama
60
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic556.8Rotten Tomatoes50%65%

A deeply romantic, hopeful drama movie about everyday modern life and growing up.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

Nervous is normal.

A spark of attraction smolders, then ignites, between two teens from different high schools who meet by chance at a party.

Feels like

  • Teen Romance
  • Coming-of-Age Story
  • First Love
  • Relatable Characters
  • Feel-Good Movie
  • Romantic Comedy
  • Awkward Moments
  • High School Life

Cast

12 of 12

Crew

Directed by
Jon Kasdan
Written by
Jon Kasdan
Produced by
Martin Shafer, Liz Glotzer
Music by
Alec Puro

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October 19, 2012 · 1 h 35 min · PG-13

Released
October 19, 2012
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Age rating
PG-13
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$2 million
Box office
$92,654
Available in
19 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The First Time?"

Questions about The First Time

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Where can I stream The First Time?

MGM+Tubi TVHowdy

In the United States, The First Time streams on MGM+ and Howdy, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 5 other countries.

Is The First Time worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 50%, and Metacritic 55). Audiences rate it higher (67 out of 100) than critics (53).

Is The First Time okay for kids?

PG-13

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The First Time good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will The First Time make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly sharp wit (6 of 10) and situational comedy (5 of 10).