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Step Into the River

6.0202014mMovieAnimationDrama

Lu and Wei live in a village in rural China. The young girls often go to the nearby river to play or fish with their fathers. The river has a special meaning for them because China’s one-child policy has led to some parents drowning their newborn daughters there.

DirectorWeijia Ma

WriterWeijia Ma

ProducersJustin Pechberty·Damien Megherbi

Where to watch

Not available in Canada

Streaming in 1 other country

Step Into the River isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in France. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Weijia Ma

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Step Into the River — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Step Into the River?

Step Into the River isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in France. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Step Into the River on Netflix?

No, Step Into the River is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Step Into the River on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Step Into the River isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Step Into the River for free?

Step Into the River isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.