The First (Season 1)
As of April 28, 2026, The First (Season 1) is a series that has completed production. Four production companies are attached, including Westward Productions, Production Office and Hulu. Production manager Joe Incaprera is attached. Cast includes Sean Penn. It was scheduled to start shooting in New Orleans, LA in October 2017. Production List last updated this listing on April 28, 2026.
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Project Summary
The First follows 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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Cast & Crew
Production Management
Production
| Producers | Jordan Tappis |
| Producers | Beau Willimon |
| Producers | Zachary Guglin |
Cast
| Cast | Sean Penn |
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Working on The First (Season 1)
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