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A River Runs Through It

7.019922h 3mMovieDrama

The Maclean brothers, Paul and Norman, live a relatively idyllic life in rural Montana, spending much of their time fly fishing. The sons of a minister, the boys eventually part company when Norman moves east to attend college, leaving his…

DirectorRobert Redford
WritersRichard Friedenberg·Norman Maclean
ProducersRobert Redford·Amalia Mato

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SBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Robert Redford

CSCraig Sheffer
Craig Sheffer
Norman Maclean
BPBrad Pitt
Brad Pitt
Paul Maclean
TSTom Skerritt
Tom Skerritt
Reverend Maclean
BBBrenda Blethyn
Brenda Blethyn
Mrs. Maclean
ELEmily Lloyd
Emily Lloyd
Jessie Burns
EMEdie McClurg
Edie McClurg
Mrs. Burns
SSStephen Shellen
Stephen Shellen
Neal Burns
VG
Vann Gravage
Young Paul
NBNicole Burdette
Nicole Burdette
Mabel
STSusan Traylor
Susan Traylor
Rawhide
MCMichael Cudlitz
Michael Cudlitz
Chub
RC
Rob Cox
Conroy

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A River Runs Through It — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A River Runs Through It?

A River Runs Through It is streaming on SBS On Demand in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is A River Runs Through It on Netflix?

No, A River Runs Through It is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on SBS On Demand.

Is A River Runs Through It on Amazon Prime Video?

A River Runs Through It isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch A River Runs Through It for free?

A River Runs Through It is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.

Is A River Runs Through It based on a true story?

Yes — A River Runs Through It is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).