The River (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2002, The River is a drama film directed by Aleksey Balabanov, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. A story of jealous love and betrayal that end up decimating a small group of outcaste lepers who have been banished from participation in Yakut community life.
Who’s in it. The River stars Vasily Borisov, Anna Flegontova, Tuyara Svinoboeva and Mikhail Skryabin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The River has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The River page.
If you liked it. Fans of The River tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The River (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The River worth watching?
- The River holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The River?
- The River stars Vasily Borisov, Anna Flegontova, Tuyara Svinoboeva, Mikhail Skryabin and Mariya Kychkina.
- When was The River released?
- The River was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.