King of the River (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1995, King of the River is a drama film directed by Manuel Gutiérrez Aragón, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. An air-hostess is pregnant but she does not know the name of the father, a foreigner. When the baby is born, she gives it to her sister that has already two children. The child grows up as another member of the family. Although the adults keep the secret, the children know that he is different.
Who’s in it. King of the River stars Alfredo Landa as Antón Costa, Carmen Maura as Carmen, Gustavo Salmerón as César and Ana Álvarez as Ana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, King of the 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 King of the River page.
If you liked it. Fans of King 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 King of the River (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for King of the River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is King of the River worth watching?
- King of the River holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in King of the River?
- King of the River stars Alfredo Landa, Carmen Maura, Gustavo Salmerón, Ana Álvarez and Achero Mañas.
- When was King of the River released?
- King of the River was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.