The River
"He might be able to hold back the river. But could he hold back the greed of man?"
Originally released in 1984. The River is a drama film. directed by Mark Rydell. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Mel Gibson, Sissy Spacek, and Scott Glenn
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 1, 1984
41 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (134 votes)
Budget
$18M
Production budget
Box Office
$11.5M
0.6x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $18,000,000
- Revenue
- $11,500,000
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The River about?
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 corpor...
Who directed The River?
The River was directed by Mark Rydell.
How long is The River?
The River has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was The River released?
The River was released on December 1, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The River?
The main cast of The River includes Mel Gibson, Sissy Spacek, Scott Glenn, Billy Green Bush, Shane Bailey.
Is The River worth watching?
The River has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 134 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.