River (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2011, River is a drama film directed by Ryuichi Hiroki, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Hikari's boyfriend is one of those killed in the Akihabara massacre incident. Suffering from the shock of her loss and unable to accept this reality, she cuts herself off from the outside world. She eventually manages to muster enough courage to visit Akihabara, the scene of the incident. There, she encounters many people who are still coming to terms with the aftermath of the incident and are still suffering from the aftereffects.
Who’s in it. River stars Misako Renbutsu as Hikari, Yukichi Kobayashi, Tomorowo Taguchi as Maid cafe owner and Mami Nakamura as Street photographer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, River has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch River page.
If you liked it. Fans of River tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch River (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is River worth watching?
- River holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in River?
- River stars Misako Renbutsu, Yukichi Kobayashi, Tomorowo Taguchi, Mami Nakamura and Tokio Emoto.
- When was River released?
- River was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.