At River's Edge (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 8.5

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Released in 2011, At River's Edge is a drama and history film directed by Tetsuo Shinohara, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. A samurai Sakunosuke gets an order from clan chamberlain to kill another samurai who is married with his own younger sister. As a loyal samurai he has to accept the mission even though he has inner conflicts.

Who’s in it. At River's Edge stars Noriyuki Higashiyama as Sakunosuke Inui, Rinko Kikuchi as Tazu, Ryo Katsuji as Shinzō and Ainosuke Kataoka as Morie Sakuma, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, At River's Edge sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch At River's Edge page.

If you liked it. Fans of At River's Edge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch At River's Edge (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for At River's Edge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is At River's Edge worth watching?
At River's Edge holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in At River's Edge?
At River's Edge stars Noriyuki Higashiyama, Rinko Kikuchi, Ryo Katsuji, Ainosuke Kataoka and Machiko Ono.
When was At River's Edge released?
At River's Edge was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.