The River
Overview
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 immutability of the Bengal river around which their daily lives unfold. Enriched by Renoir’s subtle understanding and appreciation for India and its people, The River gracefully explores the fragile connections between transitory emotions and everlasting creation.
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Nora Swinburne
The Mother
Esmond Knight
The Father
Arthur Shields
Mr. John
Suprova Mukerjee
Nan
Thomas E. Breen
Capt. John
Patricia Walters
Harriet
Radha Burnier
Melanie
Adrienne Corri
Valerie
June Tripp
Narrator (voice)
Nimai Barik
Kanu (uncredited)
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▶Frequently Asked Questions about The River
Where can I watch The River?
You can watch The River on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max.
Can I rent The River online?
Yes, you can rent The River online from the following services: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home.
Can I buy The River digitally?
Yes, you can buy The River digitally from: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home.
Is The River in theaters?
The River is not currently playing in theaters. It has either finished its theatrical run or was released exclusively for digital platforms.