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The First Grader

The First Grader

It's never too late to dream.

The true story of an 84 year-old Kenyan villager and ex Mau Mau freedom fighter who fights for his right to go to school for the first time to get the education he could never afford.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The First Grader
  • Genres: Drama, History, Romance
  • Release Date: 2010-09-12
  • Runtime: 103 minutes
  • Rating: 7.1/10 (97 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Sixth Sense Productions, BBC Film, UK Film Council, Videovision Entertainment, Lipsync Productions, ARTE, Big Boy Films, Origin Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4248
  • Languages: Swahili, English

Cast & Crew

Naomie Harris

Naomie Harris

as Jane Obinchu

Tony Kgoroge

Tony Kgoroge

as Charles Obinchu

Nick Reding

Nick Reding

as Officer Johnson

Oliver Litondo

Oliver Litondo

as Kimani N'gan'ga Maruge

Alfred Munyua

Alfred Munyua

as

Kamau Mbaya

Kamau Mbaya

as Kamau Chege

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The First Grader — Make a Difference | National Geographic

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The First Grader?

The First Grader is a Drama, History, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 2010-09-12.

Who are the main actors in The First Grader?

The main cast includes Naomie Harris, Tony Kgoroge, Nick Reding, Oliver Litondo, Alfred Munyua, .

Where can I watch The First Grader online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The First Grader is available.

Is The First Grader based on a true story?

It's never too late to dream.

What is the IMDb rating of The First Grader?

The First Grader has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 97 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The First Grader?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The First Grader?

The soundtrack was composed by Sixth Sense Productions, BBC Film, UK Film Council, Videovision Entertainment, Lipsync Productions, ARTE, Big Boy Films, Origin Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The First Grader filmed?

The First Grader was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The First Grader?

The total runtime of The First Grader is 103 minutes.

Is The First Grader suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The First Grader?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The First Grader.

Does The First Grader have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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