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The River

7.219511h 39mMovieDramaRomance

Director Jean Renoir’s entrancing first color feature—shot entirely on location in India—is a visual tour de force. Based on the novel by Rumer Godden, the film eloquently contrasts the growing pains of three young women with the…

DirectorJean Renoir
WritersJean Renoir·Rumer Godden
ProducersKenneth McEldowney·Jean Renoir

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jean Renoir

NSNora Swinburne
Nora Swinburne
The Mother
EKEsmond Knight
Esmond Knight
The Father
ASArthur Shields
Arthur Shields
Mr. John
SMSuprova Mukerjee
Suprova Mukerjee
Nan
TB
Thomas E. Breen
Capt. John
PW
Patricia Walters
Harriet
RBRadha Burnier
Radha Burnier
Melanie
ACAdrienne Corri
Adrienne Corri
Valerie
JTJune Tripp
June Tripp
Narrator (voice)
NB
Nimai Barik
Kanu (uncredited)
RF
Richard R. Foster
Bogey (uncredited)
JH
Jane Harris
Muffie (uncredited)

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The River — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The River?

The River is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The River on Netflix?

No, The River is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is The River on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The River isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch The River for free?

The River is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.