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The First Year (2001): Cast

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The First Year is a 2001 documentary directed by Davis Guggenheim, starring Elisabeth Shue as Narrator. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes.

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The First Year (2001) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Director
Davis Guggenheim
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The First Year About?

The premise of The First Year without spoilers.

Spanning 180 days, the documentary follows five Los Angeles teachers as they navigate the challenges and emotional highs and lows of guiding inner‑city students. It highlights the dedication and resilience required to support disadvantaged youth, portraying the educators as true heroes shaping the future.

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Cast & crew

The First Year Cast & Characters

Elisabeth Shue plays Narrator in The First Year. Directed by Davis Guggenheim.

From the director

More from Davis Guggenheim

More films directed by Davis Guggenheim, best-rated first: Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie, Deaf President Now!, Waiting for 'Superman' and It Might Get Loud.

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The First Year FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The First Year, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The First Year?

The First Year runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was The First Year released?

The First Year was released on September 6, 2001.

Who directed The First Year?

The First Year was directed by Davis Guggenheim.

More films by Davis Guggenheim

Who is in the cast of The First Year?

The First Year stars Elisabeth Shue as Narrator.

Does The First Year have a post-credit scene?

No. The First Year has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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