The River Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2012 · ABC · Status: Canceled · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About The River
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The River have?
The River has 1 season and 8 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on February 7, 2012.
Is The River renewed, ended, or canceled?
The River has been officially canceled and will not return for additional seasons.
How long does it take to binge watch The River?
It takes 5h 44m (344 minutes) to watch the complete run of The River. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 3 days. Yes! At 5.7 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 2.9 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch The River?
The 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 The River?
The 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 The River?
The primary ensemble cast includes Bruce Greenwood as Emmet Cole (age 70), Joe Anderson as Lincoln Cole (age 44), Leslie Hope as Tess Cole (age 61), Eloise Mumford as Lena Landry (age 40).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Bruce Greenwood | Emmet Cole | 70 |
| Joe Anderson | Lincoln Cole | 44 |
| Leslie Hope | Tess Cole | 61 |
| Eloise Mumford | Lena Landry | 40 |
| Paul Blackthorne | Clark Quietly | 57 |
| Thomas Kretschmann | Kurt Brynildson | 64 |
| Daniel Zacapa | Emilio Valenzuela | 75 |
| Shaun Parkes | Andres Jude "A.J." Poulain | 53 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The River are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.