Where to watch The River in Canada
The River isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Canada right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 15 June 2026.
About The River
The River is a 1938 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Pare Lorentz, starring Thomas Chalmers. It has a runtime of 31 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 25 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The River in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
This short Depression-era documentary describes the importance of the Mississippi River to the United States and laments the environmental destruction committed in the name of progress, particularly farming and timber practices and their impact on impoverished farmers.
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Where can I watch The River in Canada?+
The River is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.
Is The River on Netflix?+
The River is not on Netflix in Canada right now.
How long is The River?+
The River has a runtime of 31 minutes (31 minutes).
Who stars in The River?+
The River stars Thomas Chalmers.
When did The River come out?+
The River is a 1938 movie directed by Pare Lorentz.
What genre is The River?+
The River is Documentary film.
Who directed The River?+
The River was directed by Pare Lorentz.
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