The River Runner (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2021, The River Runner is an adventure and documentary film directed by Rush Sturges, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Legendary kayaker Scott Lindgren attempts to complete an extreme, unprecedented whitewater expedition 20-years-in-the-making. When a brain tumor derails his goals, he sinks into the darkness of his own trauma only to discover that healing, like any expedition, is not a destination but a journey.
Who’s in it. The River Runner stars Scott Lindgren as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The River Runner has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The River Runner page.
If you liked it. Fans of The River Runner tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The River Runner (2021)?
- In US, The River Runner is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The River Runner worth watching?
- The River Runner holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The River Runner?
- The River Runner stars Scott Lindgren.
- When was The River Runner released?
- The River Runner was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.