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The River

5.7193831mMovieDocumentary

This short Depression-era documentary describes the importance of the Mississippi River to the United States and laments the environmental destruction committed in the name of progress, particularly farming and timber practices and their impact on impoverished farmers.

DirectorPare Lorentz
WriterPare Lorentz

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Pare Lorentz

TCThomas Chalmers
Thomas Chalmers
Narrator (Voice)

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The River — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The River?

The River is streaming on Hoopla, Fawesome and Amazon Prime Video Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The River on Netflix?

No, The River is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and Fawesome.

Is The River on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The River is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The River for free?

The River is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Fawesome in United States.