
River Returns
In 1958, as a deadly typhoon approaches, a young boy embarks on a perilous journey to a haunted mountain pool, determined to calm a sorrowful spirit whose grief has cursed the village with devastating floods.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 光る川
- Genres: Drama, Fantasy
- Release Date: 2025-03-22
- Runtime: 108 minutes
- Rating: 8.5/10 (2 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Project Dawn
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.7486
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew

Sanetoshi Ariyama
as Yucha / Shiro

Asuka Hanamura
as Oyo

Yo Aoi
as Saku

Tomomitsu Adachi
as Haruo

Kinuo Yamada
as Ayumi

Keisuke Horibe
as Kamishibai Man

Tetsu Watanabe
as Woodcutter

Toshie Negishi
as Batcha

Ken Yasuda
as Tsunekichi

Yusuke Takahashi
as
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Trailers & Clips
River Returns | Fantasporto 2025
"River Returns" Official Trailer with English subtitles
River Returns
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Returns?▼
River Returns is a Drama, Fantasy movie directed by . It was released on 2025-03-22.
Who are the main actors in River Returns?▼
The main cast includes Sanetoshi Ariyama, Asuka Hanamura, Yo Aoi, Tomomitsu Adachi, Kinuo Yamada, .
Where can I watch River Returns online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if River Returns is available.
Is River Returns based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of River Returns?▼
River Returns has an IMDb rating of 8.5/10 based on 2 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of River Returns?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for River Returns?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Project Dawn. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was River Returns filmed?▼
River Returns was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is River Returns?▼
The total runtime of River Returns is 108 minutes.
Is River Returns suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to River Returns?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to River Returns.
Does River Returns have a post-credit scene?▼
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