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The First Grader Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

It's Never Too Late To Dream

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Last modified: Sep. 26, 2011

The First Grader

Release Date: Friday, May 13, 2011 NYC/LA

Director: Justin Chadwick

Screenwriter: Ann Peacock

PG-13 Drama N/A

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Plot – What's the story about?

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Based on a true story, an 84-year-old Kenyan fights to go to school after the country introduces universal education.
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Who stars in The First Grader – Cast List

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Who is making The First Grader – Crew List

A look at The First Grader behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Justin Chadwick last helmed Tulip Fever and Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. The film's writer Ann Peacock last penned Nights in Rodanthe and Kit Kittredge: An American Girl.

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Key Facts

  • Runner-up for the People's Choice Awards at the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival.

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Parent Rating
PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned for some disturbing violent content and brief nudity
Runtime
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Tagline
It's Never Too Late To Dream
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Language
English
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The First Grader Release Date: When was the film released?

The First Grader was released in New York / Los Angeles on Friday, May 13 , 2011. The film was released in approximately 3 theaters. There were 17 17 other movies released on the same date, including Priest, Bridesmaids and Hesher.

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