The River Rat
After thirteen years in prison, Billy McCain thought he'd met up with everything, until he met up with his own daughter Jonsy.
On the lazy banks of the Mississippi, a young girl is reunited with her time-served but innocent father. But the reunion is tainted with the whereabouts of the stolen loot, and those who come looking for it...
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The River Rat
- Genres: Adventure, Crime, Family, Drama
- Release Date: 1984-09-28
- Runtime: 94 minutes
- Rating: 6.205/10 (22 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $1,142,944
- Production Companies: Cinema Group Ventures, Paramount Pictures, Sundance Institute
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6758
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Tommy Lee Jones
as Billy
Martha Plimpton
as Jonsy
Brian Dennehy
as Doc Cole
Shawn Smith
as Wexel
Nancy Lea Owen
as Vadie
Norman Bennett
as Sheriff Cal
Tony Frank
as Poley
Angie Bolling
as Joyce
Roger Copeland
as Young Billy
Tommy Burlison
as Whitey
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The River Rat?▼
The River Rat is a Adventure, Crime, Family, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1984-09-28.
Who are the main actors in The River Rat?▼
The main cast includes Tommy Lee Jones, Martha Plimpton, Brian Dennehy, Shawn Smith, Nancy Lea Owen, .
Where can I watch The River Rat online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The River Rat is available.
Is The River Rat based on a true story?▼
After thirteen years in prison, Billy McCain thought he'd met up with everything, until he met up with his own daughter Jonsy.
What is the IMDb rating of The River Rat?▼
The River Rat has an IMDb rating of 6.205/10 based on 22 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The River Rat?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $1,142,944 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The River Rat?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Cinema Group Ventures, Paramount Pictures, Sundance Institute. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The River Rat filmed?▼
The River Rat was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The River Rat?▼
The total runtime of The River Rat is 94 minutes.
Is The River Rat suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The River Rat?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The River Rat.
Does The River Rat have a post-credit scene?▼
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