The River King 2005
“It's the truth that haunts us”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Director
- Nick Willing
- Networks
- First Choice Films, Kismet Film Company, Imagex Communications
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is The River King?
The River King is a drama, mystery, and thriller film released in two thousand five. Abel Grey is sent to investigate the death of a boy from an exclusive local school, who is found floating in the river.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2005
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 21, 2005
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Studios
- First Choice Films, Kismet Film Company, Imagex Communications
- Genres
- Drama, Mystery, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.8/10 from 76 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~95 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- First Choice Films, Kismet Film Company, Imagex Communications
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Overview
The River King is a drama, mystery, and thriller film released in two thousand five. Abel Grey is sent to investigate the death of a boy from an exclusive local school, who is found floating in the river. Fearing scandal, the school insists it was suicide. However, after discovering from the boy's girlfriend, Carlin, that he was being badly bullied, Abel suspects that a dangerous schoolboy initiation has gone horribly wrong and he secretly solicits the help of a sympathetic teacher, Betsy. He is warned off the investigation by his boss, as the school is a generous benefactor to the police benevolent fund. Abel, however, cannot let the case go, not only because his own brother commi.
Should you watch it?
“A determined investigator probes a suspicious student death at an exclusive school despite intense institutional pressure.”
- Explores the tension between institutional reputation and justice
- Features a central mystery involving a dangerous school initiation
- Focuses on the personal motivations of an investigator facing systemic obstruction
- The narrative is driven by institutional conflict which may feel slow for those seeking fast-paced action
Watch it if you enjoy investigative dramas that pit a lone detective against a powerful, secretive institution.
The film maintains a serious, investigative tone with a measured pace suitable for viewers interested in mystery and social drama.
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Where can I stream The River King?
Streaming availability varies by region and platform, so checking local listings on services like JustWatch is recommended.
Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching for viewers who appreciate mystery narratives focused on institutional secrets and character-driven investigations.
How long is the film?
The River King has a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Is this a series or a standalone film?
The River King is a standalone feature film released in 2005.
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