The River
"He might be able to hold back the river. But could he hold back the greed of man?"
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Overview
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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Cast
Mel Gibson
Tom Garvey
Sissy Spacek
Mae Garvey
Scott Glenn
Joe Wade
Billy Green Bush
Harve Stanley
Shane Bailey
Lewis Garvey
Becky Jo Lynch
Beth Garvey
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The River available to watch online?
Yes, you can stream The River free on StreamVaults in HD — no sign-up required.
What year was The River released?
The River was released in 1984.
What genre is The River?
The River is a Drama film.
How long is The River?
The River has a runtime of 2h 2m.
What is The River rated?
The River has a TMDB rating of 6.3/10 based on 140 reviews.
Who directed The River?
The River was directed by Mark Rydell.
