First Born — Season 1
He created life... but can he live with the consequences?
About this season
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.
Episodes (3)
1. Part 1
Aired 30 October 1988 • 50 min
Genetic scientist Edward Forester successfully produces a hybrid primate human, but he is soon ordered to kill his own creation.
2. Part 2
Aired 6 November 1988 • 50 min
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.
3. Part 3
Aired 13 November 1988 • 50 min
Gordon has grown up, and is a fine young man doing brilliantly at his military academy. However, Edward fears for his future.