The River (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 2001, The River is a fantasy film directed by Michel Houellebecq, running about 16 minutes.
What it’s about. An artistic erotic short film which has only a few lines of dialogue. Five women are enjoying themselves by a river.
Who’s in it. The River stars Laetitia Clément, Cielle Delhomme, Audrey Jouffain and Annabelle Brun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, 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 The River page.
If you liked it. Fans of The River tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The River (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The River worth watching?
- The River holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The River?
- The River stars Laetitia Clément, Cielle Delhomme, Audrey Jouffain, Annabelle Brun and Naïma Abdalahoui.
- When was The River released?
- The River was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.