First Man

2018 · 2h 21m · Released

PG-13 History, Drama

Ratings

Based on audience scores

7.0 The Movie Database

7.3 IMDb

68% Rotten Tomatoes

74 Metacritic

A look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969.

Top Cast & Crew

Damien Chazelle Director

Ryan Gosling Neil Armstrong

Claire Foy Janet Shearon

Jason Clarke Ed White

Kyle Chandler Deke Slayton

Corey Stoll Buzz Aldrin

Patrick Fugit Elliot See

Christopher Abbott David Scott

Ciarán Hinds Robert R. Gilruth

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Frequently asked questions about First Man

What is First Man about?

A look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969.

What are the ratings for First Man?

First Man scores 7.0 on The Movie Database, 7.3 on IMDb, 68% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 74 on Metacritic.

Who stars in First Man?

First Man stars Ryan Gosling, Claire Foy, Jason Clarke, Kyle Chandler, and Corey Stoll.

When did First Man come out?

First Man was released in 2018.

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