My Own Private River (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 2011, My Own Private River is a drama and adventure film directed by Gus Van Sant, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Unused footage from Gus Van Sant's 1991 film My Own Private Idaho is re-contextualized in James Franco's tribute to River Phoenix.
Who’s in it. My Own Private River stars River Phoenix as Michael "Mike" Waters (archive footage), Keanu Reeves as Scott Favor (archive footage), James Russo as Richard Waters (archive footage) and Vana O'Brien as Sharon Waters (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, My Own Private River has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Own Private River page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Own Private River tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Own Private River (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Own Private River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Own Private River worth watching?
- My Own Private River holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in My Own Private River?
- My Own Private River stars River Phoenix, Keanu Reeves, James Russo, Vana O'Brien and Rodney Harvey.
- When was My Own Private River released?
- My Own Private River was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.