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Firstborn

1984-10-26 · 103 min · ★ 6.1

Drama · Thriller

Because he's the oldest, Jake has been the man of the house, since his parents divorce. When Mom starts seeing Sam, who always seems to be trying some new way to get rich quick, and declares he's the man of the house now, Jake puts up with it. Until he discovers Sam's illegal activities.

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Directors
Michael Apted
Production companies
Jaffe-Lansing, Witt/Thomas Productions, Paramount Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 8,000,000
Revenue
USD 6,250,994

Top Cast

Teri GarrTeri GarrWendy
Peter WellerPeter WellerSam
Christopher ColletChristopher ColletJake Livingston
Corey HaimCorey HaimBrian Livingston
Sarah Jessica ParkerSarah Jessica ParkerLisa
Robert Downey Jr.Robert Downey Jr.Lee
Chris GartinChris GartinMr. Rader
James HarperJames HarperMr. Rader
Larry AtlasLarry AtlasStranger
Ned EisenbergNed EisenbergLearner Driver (uncredited)

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