Where to watch
Not available in United States
Streaming in 22 other countries
The River isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Angola, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belize and 18 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.
Cast · Directed by Tsai Ming-liang
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The River — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams The River?
The River isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Angola, Azerbaijan and Burkina Faso and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.
Is The River on Netflix?
No, The River is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.
Is The River on Amazon Prime Video?
No, The River isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.
Where can I watch The River for free?
The River isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.
