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TV series

River

2015, English, on BBC One. Created by Abi Morgan.

Respected police officer John River, a gifted cop with a troubled mind, struggles to come to terms with the recent loss of a colleague, and chases a suspect across London - with tragic consequences. Now at odds with the authorities, River ends up in a precarious position as he seeks to bring closure to the mother of murdered teenager, who blames him for failing to keep his promise.

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Seasons
1
Episodes
6
Episode length
60 min
Status
Ended in 2015

Worth the Hype

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7.4/10 from 230 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Seasons 1

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Season 1

2015 · 6 episodes · 7.9/10

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First aired
13 October 2015
Last aired
17 November 2015
Network
BBC One
Language
English
Country
United Kingdom
Type
Miniseries
Rated
TV-MA
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River: quick answers

Is River worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 230 TMDB viewer ratings.

How many seasons of River are there?

River has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 60 minutes each.

Is River finished?

Yes. River ended in 2015, so you can watch the whole story.

Where can I watch River?

River is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus.

Is River suitable for kids?

River is rated TV-MA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

What shows are like River?

If you liked River, try 21 Jump Street, Crime, Dalgliesh.

Who created River?

River was created by Abi Morgan and stars Stellan Skarsgård, Nicola Walker, Adeel Akhtar.

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