The First

2018 · Canceled · 1 season · 8 episodes · Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy · United Kingdom

Creator Beau Willimon · Channel Hulu · Starring Sean Penn, Natascha McElhone, Oded Fehr

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.
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8 episodes · September 2018
  1. Episode 1: 1. SeparationSeptember 14, 2018 · 46 min
    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.
  2. Episode 2: 2. What's NeededSeptember 14, 2018 · 46 min
    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.
  3. Episode 3: 3. CyclesSeptember 14, 2018 · 46 min
    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.
  4. Episode 4: 4. Where Life IsSeptember 14, 2018 · 46 min
    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.
  5. Episode 5: 5. Two PortraitsSeptember 14, 2018 · 46 min
    Denise confronts her turbulent upbringing as she paints a portrait of her late mother, revisiting a lifetime of joy and trauma.
  6. Episode 6: 6. CollisionsSeptember 14, 2018 · 46 min
    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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  1. Episode 7: 7. The ChoiceSeptember 14, 2018 · 46 min
    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.
  2. Episode 8: 8. Near and FarSeptember 14, 2018 · 46 min
    The members of Providence 2 gear up for their mission on launch day. Laz and Denise must prepare for a new chapter in their lives.

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EPISODE LENGTH
46 minutes
FIRST AIRED
September 14, 2018
LAST AIRED
September 14, 2018
PRODUCTION COMPANIES
Endeavor Content, Channel 4 Television, Westward

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