The River
1938, English. Directed by Pare Lorentz.
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.
- Runtime
- 0h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Details
- Released
- 4 February 1938
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Pare Lorentz
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How long is The River?
The River runs 31 minutes (0h 31m).
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Which OTT platform is The River on?
The River isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like The River?
If you liked The River, try Come See Me in the Good Light, No Half Measures: Creating the Final Season of Breaking Bad, Seaspiracy.
Who directed The River?
The River (1938) was directed by Pare Lorentz and stars Thomas Chalmers.