---
title: "Wind River"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/wind-river-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 395834
imdb_id: "tt5362988"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 107
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 5837
content_rating: "R"
---

# Wind River (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/wind-river-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Wind River is a 2017 film that follows the collaborative efforts of law enforcement and local expertise to solve a criminal case. The story centers on an FBI agent who arrives at a Native American reservation to investigate a murder. To navigate the environment and conduct the inquiry, the agent partners with a veteran game tracker who works in the area. Together, they work to uncover the circumstances surrounding the death. The narrative focuses on the procedural aspects of their investigation as they traverse the reservation landscape. By combining the federal authority of the agent with the specialized skills of the tracker, the film examines the challenges inherent in solving a crime within this specific setting. The plot remains focused on their professional partnership and the pursuit of justice following the discovery of the victim. This production highlights the tension and cooperation required to address the incident, grounding the mystery in the unique geography and social context of the reservation where the events take place.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An FBI agent and a game tracker investigate a murder on a reservation."

### Why Watch
- Strong pairing of an FBI agent and a game tracker
- Engaging murder mystery on a reservation

### Caveats & Content Note
- Deals with dark and violent subject matter
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with crime and murder themes suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, suspenseful, bleak, mysterious

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Crave, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Starz Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads, Crave Amazon Channel | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Taylor Sheridan
- **Networks / Studios**: Savvy Media Holdings, Thunder Road, Film 44

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jeremy Renner** as *Cory Lambert*
- **Elizabeth Olsen** as *Jane Banner*
- **Gil Birmingham** as *Martin Hanson*
- **Graham Greene** as *Ben*
- **Jon Bernthal** as *Matt Rayburn*
- **Kelsey Asbille** as *Natalie Hanson*
- **Teo Briones** as *Casey Lambert*
- **Tantoo Cardinal** as *Alice Crowheart*
- **Matthew Del Negro** as *Dillon*
- **Hugh Dillon** as *Curtis*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Wind River released?
The film was released in 2017.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
It is categorized as crime, mystery, and thriller.

### Q: Who investigates the murder?
An FBI agent teams up with the town's veteran game tracker.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The story takes place on a Native American reservation.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 47 minutes.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*