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The First Wave (2021)

Four months, New York City, 2020.

6.7audience score
31 votes on TMDB
Released November 19, 2021Runtime 1h 34mDirector Matthew Heineman

When Covid-19 hit New York City in 2020, filmmaker Matthew Heineman gained unique access to one of New York’s hardest-hit hospital systems. The resulting film focuses on the doctors, nurses, and patients on the frontlines during the “first wave” from March to June 2020. Their distinct storylines each serve as a microcosm to understand how the city persevered through the worst pandemic in a century

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Cast of The First Wave

Andrew Cuomo

Andrew Cuomo

Self (archive footage)
Al Sharpton

Al Sharpton

Self (archive footage)

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Where can I watch The First Wave?

The First Wave is currently streaming in the United States on Hulu.

Who stars in The First Wave?

The First Wave stars Nathalie Dougé, Alexis Ellis, Kellie Wunsch, Brussels Jabon, Naph Jabon.

Who directed The First Wave?

The First Wave was directed by Matthew Heineman.

How long is The First Wave?

The First Wave has a runtime of 1h 34m.

What is The First Wave about?

When Covid-19 hit New York City in 2020, filmmaker Matthew Heineman gained unique access to one of New York’s hardest-hit hospital systems. The resulting film focuses on the doctors, nurses, and patients on the frontlines during the “first wave” from March to June 2020. Their distinct storylines each serve as a microcosm to understand how the city persevered through the worst pandemic in a century