River Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2015 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About River
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does River have?
River has 1 season and 6 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 13, 2015.
Is River renewed, ended, or canceled?
River has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch River?
It takes 4h 30m (270 minutes) to watch the complete run of River. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 3 days. Yes! At 4.5 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 2.3 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch River?
River is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for River?
River has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in River?
The primary ensemble cast includes Stellan Skarsgård as John River (age 75), Nicola Walker as Jackie 'Stevie' Stevenson (age 56), Adeel Akhtar as Ira King (age 46), Lesley Manville as Chrissie Read (age 70).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Stellan Skarsgård | John River | 75 |
| Nicola Walker | Jackie 'Stevie' Stevenson | 56 |
| Adeel Akhtar | Ira King | 46 |
| Lesley Manville | Chrissie Read | 70 |
| Owen Teale | Marcus McDonald | 65 |
| Georgina Rich | Rosa Fallows | – |
| Eddie Marsan | Thomas Cream | 58 |
| Turlough Convery | Frankie Stevenson | 35 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for River are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.