The Burning River (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Series · ★ 6.5
Released in 2020, The Burning River is a drama and mystery series.
What it’s about. Two boggling mysteries have occurred in a small town in Xinan. A female police captain joins hands with a young detective to conduct an investigation. Although a clear motive can be seen, the two discover a series of unknown secrets. One case involves a late-night ride hailed through an online platform that goes terribly wrong. As more and more clues resurface, the cases in the hands of the police hands become complicated and entangled. In a desperate attempt to find the real culprit, events closely link the past, present, and future of the small town.
Who’s in it. The Burning River stars Jiang Qinqin as Lin Yuhong, Zhou You as Zhao Wei, Tian Xiaojie as Wu Niansheng and Dong Chang as Yuan Xiaodong, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Burning River has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Burning River page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Burning River tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Burning River (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Burning River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Burning River worth watching?
- The Burning River holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Burning River?
- The Burning River stars Jiang Qinqin, Zhou You, Tian Xiaojie, Dong Chang and Tan Kai.
- When was The Burning River released?
- The Burning River was released in 2020.