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Riverworld

4.620031h 26mMovieFantasyScience FictionThriller

A movie for the Sci Fi Channel based on the book series by Philip José Farmer. The location is Riverworld, a mysterious and treacherous land where every human who died between the years 99,000 BC and 2,200 AD has been resurrected on the banks of a huge river.

DirectorKari Skogland
WriterStuart Hazeldine
ProducersAlex Proyas·Ralph Vicinanza

Where to watch

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Cast · Directed by Kari Skogland

BJBrad Johnson
Brad Johnson
Jeff Hale
KHKaren Holness
Karen Holness
Mali
KSKevin Smith
Kevin Smith
Valdemar
CDCameron Daddo
Cameron Daddo
Samuel L. 'Sam' Clemens
JCJonathan Cake
Jonathan Cake
Nero
ELEmily Lloyd
Emily Lloyd
Alice Lidell Hargreaves
PKPatrick Kake
Patrick Kake
Tane
CMColin Moy
Colin Moy
Langer
JBJeremy Birchall
Jeremy Birchall
Lev Ruach
NK
Nikita Kearsley
Gwenafra
BM
Brian Moore
Monat
PRPaolo Rotondo
Paolo Rotondo
Flavius

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Riverworld — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Riverworld?

Riverworld is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Howdy and The CW in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Riverworld on Netflix?

No, Riverworld is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy.

Is Riverworld on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Riverworld is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of November 2026.

Where can I watch Riverworld for free?

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