The River Within (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 2009, The River Within is a drama film directed by Zac Heath, running about 92 minutes. “One man's journey back will change his life forever.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jason returns home to get away while he studies for the upcoming bar exam. After visiting his oldest friend, a "coulda-been-girlfriend" who is now engaged, and a pushy preacher, his easygoing summer becomes filled with unwanted drama. Over the few months he's there, he begins to question what life is about, and what is his purpose in it? Written by Barley
Who’s in it. The River Within stars Josh Odor as Jason, Craig Lutrell as Paul and Jaclyn Friedlander as Layla.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The River Within 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 Within page.
If you liked it. Fans of The River Within tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The River Within (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The River Within change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The River Within worth watching?
- The River Within holds an audience score of 3.5 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 Within?
- The River Within stars Josh Odor, Craig Lutrell and Jaclyn Friedlander.
- When was The River Within released?
- The River Within was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.