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By the River

20161h 32mMovieDocumentary

A young man travels cross country by train, gathering sounds, and recording conversations about life, creativity, and personal growth with people he meets along the way.

DirectorKevin Ford

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Kevin Ford

ECEllar Coltrane
Ellar Coltrane
Himself

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By the River — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams By the River?

By the River is streaming on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is By the River on Netflix?

No, By the River is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and Tubi TV.

Is By the River on Amazon Prime Video?

No, By the River isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla and Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch By the River for free?

By the River is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.