First Born

First Born

He created life... but can he live with the consequences?

Edward Forester is a genetic researcher, intent on breeding primate hybrids. But his experiments take a strange turn when he succeeds in breeding a human/gorilla hybrid. He hides the results of the experiment, adopting the child, and helps Gor to speak and blend into society. But Gor can't help being what he is, and tragedy and revelations are the ultimate result.

Sci-Fi & FantasyDrama

Seasons

1. Part 1

Air Date: 1988-10-30

Genetic scientist Edward Forester successfully produces a hybrid primate human, but he is soon ordered to kill his own creation.

2. Part 2

Air Date: 1988-11-06

Edward has saved Gordon, but what should he do with him now? He has no choice but to turn to the man who supplies animals to the institute, who could find Gordon a home.

3. Part 3

Air Date: 1988-11-13

Gordon has grown up, and is a fine young man doing brilliantly at his military academy. However, Edward fears for his future.

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Rating

6.0/10

Release Date

1988-10-30

Episodes

3 (1 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Charles Dance

Charles Dance

Edward Forester

Julie Peasgood

Julie Peasgood

Anne Forester

Philip Madoc

Philip Madoc

Lancing

Peter Elliott

Peter Elliott

Mary

Ralph Harvey

Ralph Harvey

Brigadier

Production Companies

BBC

BBC