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First Born
First Born

First Born

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

6.2
1988 – 19881 Seasons · 3 EpisodesEnded

Overview

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.

Network: BBC One

Cast

Episodes

S1E1

Episode 1 · 50m

Part 1

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

Oct 30, 1988

S1E2

Episode 2 · 50m

Part 2

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.

Nov 6, 1988

S1E3

Episode 3 · 50m

Part 3

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

Nov 13, 1988