# Where to watch The First Wave (2021) in the UK

> The First Wave (2021) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2021  
**Runtime:** 94 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.6/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 10 May 2026 (2026-05-10T06:21:36.275Z)  

## Synopsis

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

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The First Wave in the UK?**

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**Is The First Wave on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The First Wave is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/811769/the-first-wave-2021
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/xLUeiYTLwLiwY0wreEeoU4qaU89.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/811769/the-first-wave-2021.json

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