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The River
“He might be able to hold back the river. But could he hold back the greed of man?”
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The River at a glance
The River is a 1984 drama film, running 2h 2m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store.
Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1984-12-01
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Mark Rydell
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.4 / 10 · 143 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmTom and Mae Garvey are a Tennessee farming couple battling violent floods to save their land. In addition to natural disasters, the Garveys fight to stop a selfish land developer and a local corporation from foreclosing on their farm. While Mae stays at home to care for their children and tend to the crops, Tom finds work as a scab at a steel mill to preserve his family's property.
Cast
14 names
Mel GibsonTom Garvey
Sissy SpacekMae Garvey
Scott GlennJoe Wade
Billy Green BushHarve StanleyShane BaileyLewis Garvey
Becky Jo LynchBeth Garvey
Don HoodSenator Neiswinder
James TolkanHoward SimpsonBob W. DouglasHal Richardson
Andy StahlDave BirkinLisa SloanJudy Birkin
Larry D. FerrellRod Tessley
Susie ToomeySally Tessley
Kelly ToomeyLisa Tessley
Questions about The River
Quick answersWhere can I watch The River in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The River is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The River suitable for children?
The River is rated PG in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The River on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The River about?
Tom and Mae Garvey are a Tennessee farming couple battling violent floods to save their land. In addition to natural disasters, the Garveys fight to stop a selfish land developer and a local corporation from foreclosing on their farm. While Mae stays at home to care for their children and tend to the crops, Tom finds…
How long is The River?
The River runs for 2h 2m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The River trailer?
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