The River Why
2010, English. Directed by Matthew Leutwyler.
One man's struggle to catch his dreams.
A young man abandons his family for a solitary life of fly-fishing. His goal was to find his own way in the fishing world and thereby find himself and love.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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The River Why isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Details
- Released
- 9 April 2010
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Thomas A. Cohen
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What The River Why is based on
The River Why is based on The River Why, a 1983 novel by David James Duncan, published by Sierra Club Books.
Novel · 1983
The River Why
By David James Duncan
Published by Sierra Club Books
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The River Why: quick answers
Is The River Why worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.3/10 from 88 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The River Why?
The River Why runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The River Why have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The River Why. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The River Why parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The River Why is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The River Why on?
The River Why isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like The River Why?
If you liked The River Why, try Charlie St. Cloud, Labor Day, Life in a Year.
Who directed The River Why?
The River Why (2010) was directed by Matthew Leutwyler and stars William Hurt, Amber Heard, Zach Gilford.
What is The River Why based on?
The River Why is based on The River Why, a 1983 novel by David James Duncan, published by Sierra Club Books.