First Cow (2020) movie poster

First Cow (2020)

"A simple western about the origin of the American Dream."
ThumbScore
👍 71%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 92% (RT: 96%, MC: 89) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaWestern

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Director
Runtime
2h 2m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (522 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Metacritic
89
Cast
John Magaro as Cookie
Orion Lee as King-Lu
Toby Jones as Chief Factor
Ewen Bremner as Lloyd
Scott Shepherd as Captain
Gary Farmer as Totillicum
Lily Gladstone as Chief Factor’s Wife
Alia Shawkat as Woman with Dog
Most people think so. 71% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 522 votes. Critics rated it higher at 92%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
In the 1820s, a taciturn loner and skilled cook travels west to Oregon Territory, where he meets a Chinese immigrant also seeking his fortune. Soon the two team up on a dangerous scheme to steal milk from the wealthy landowner’s prized Jersey cow—the first, and only, in the territory. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Kelly Reichardt cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of First Cow, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • John Magaro spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

First Cow is a 2020 drama, western film directed by Kelly Reichardt. In the 1820s, a taciturn loner and skilled cook travels west to Oregon Territory, where he meets a Chinese immigrant also seeking his fortune. Soon the two team up on a dangerous scheme to steal milk from the wealthy landowner’s prized Jersey cow—the first, and only, in the territory.

The film has been rated by 522 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, First Cow delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

First Cow (2020) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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