Where can I watch The River and Death (1954)?

Streaming, rental and purchase options for The River and Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.

Is The River and Death worth watching?

The River and Death holds an audience score of 5.9 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 and Death?

The River and Death stars Columba Domínguez, Miguel Torruco, Joaquín Cordero, Jaime Fernández and Víctor Alcocer.

When was The River and Death released?

The River and Death was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.

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The River and Death (1954): cast, story & where to watch

1954 · Film · ★ 5.9

Released in 1954, The River and Death is a drama film directed by Luis Buñuel, running about 91 minutes.

What it’s about. A useless and bloody vendetta has been going on for ages between two families in this Mexican village. Men, sons, have killed each other for generations, for a so-called conception of honor in a revenge that never ends since it is also triggered by people of the village. Now, today, there are only two sons left, one in each family. One has become a doctor in the big city and his culture is modern. The other last one - of the other family - hasn't left the village and is waiting for the doctor to come "home" as he plans to kill him, to settle this war on this matter of honor once and for all. And the people of the village want blood.

Who’s in it. The River and Death stars Columba Domínguez as Mercedes, Miguel Torruco as Felipe Anguiano, Joaquín Cordero as Gerardo Anguiano and Jaime Fernández as Romulo Menchaca, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The River and Death 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 and Death page.

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

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Where can I watch The River and Death (1954)?: Streaming, rental and purchase options for The River and Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The River and Death worth watching?: The River and Death holds an audience score of 5.9 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 and Death?: The River and Death stars Columba Domínguez, Miguel Torruco, Joaquín Cordero, Jaime Fernández and Víctor Alcocer.
When was The River and Death released?: The River and Death was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.