---
title: "The River"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-river-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 924755
imdb_id: "tt11947032"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 1
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The River (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-river-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The River" (2020).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: The River
Year: 2020
Genre: Documentary
Release Date: 10/01/2020 (US)
Runtime: 1h 31m
Subject Matter: How communication and purpose play into the success and failures of managing the homeless encampment in Aberdeen, Washington.
Drafting Sentence 1 (No spoilers): The River is a 2020 documentary film. (Simple, factual).
Drafting Sentence 2 (Details): Released in the United States on October 1, 2020, the film has a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Drafting Sentence 3 (Synopsis): The documentary examines how communication and purpose impact the success and failures involved in managing a homeless encampment located in Aberdeen, Washington

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Fandor Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rick Walters

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The River online?
The River is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Fandor Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The River worth watching?
The River holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 1 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The River and when was it released?
The River is a feature film with a runtime of 91 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The River?
The River was directed by Rick Walters.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The River — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/924755)
- [The River (2020) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9840872/fullcredits/)
- [The River (2020) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-river-2020/credits)

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