The River
He might be able to hold back the river. But could he hold back the greed of man?
Tom and Mae Garvey are a Tennessee farming couple battling violent floods to save their land. In addition to natural disasters, the Garveys fight to stop a selfish land developer and a local corporation from foreclosing on their farm. While Mae stays at home to care for their children and tend to the crops, Tom finds work as a scab at a steel mill to preserve his family's property.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The River
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1984-12-01
- Runtime: 122 minutes
- Rating: 6.317/10 (131 votes)
- Budget: $18,000,000
- Revenue: $11,500,000
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.5584
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Mel Gibson
as Tom Garvey
Sissy Spacek
as Mae Garvey
Scott Glenn
as Joe Wade
Billy Green Bush
as Harve Stanley
Shane Bailey
as Lewis Garvey
Becky Jo Lynch
as Beth Garvey
Don Hood
as Senator Neiswinder
James Tolkan
as Howard Simpson
Bob W. Douglas
as Hal Richardson
Andy Stahl
as Dave Birkin
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Trailers & Clips
The River (1984) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The River?▼
The River is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1984-12-01.
Who are the main actors in The River?▼
The main cast includes Mel Gibson, Sissy Spacek, Scott Glenn, Billy Green Bush, Shane Bailey, .
Where can I watch The River online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The River is available.
Is The River based on a true story?▼
He might be able to hold back the river. But could he hold back the greed of man?
What is the IMDb rating of The River?▼
The River has an IMDb rating of 6.317/10 based on 131 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The River?▼
The movie had a production budget of $18,000,000 and earned $11,500,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The River?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The River filmed?▼
The River was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The River?▼
The total runtime of The River is 122 minutes.
Is The River suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The River?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The River.
Does The River have a post-credit scene?▼
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