# Where to watch The River King (2005) in the UK

> The River King (2005) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and MovieMe or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2005  
**Runtime:** 95 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.8/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Mystery, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T01:46:16.377Z)  

## Synopsis

Abel Grey is sent to investigate the death of a boy from an exclusive local school, who is found floating in the river. Fearing scandal, the school insists it was suicide. But after discovering from the boy's girlfriend, Carlin, that he was being badly bullied, Abel suspects that a dangerous schoolboy initiation has gone horribly wrong and he secretly solicits the help of a sympathetic teacher, Betsy. He is warned off the investigation by his boss, as the school is a generous benefactor to the Police benevolent fund. Abel, however, cannot let the case go, not only because his own brother committed suicide years before, but also it seems that the spirit of the dead boy is leaving them clues as to what really happened that night.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20River%20King&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20River%20King&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [JustWatch TV](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/45072-the-river-king/watch?locale=GB)
- [Filmzie](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/45072-the-river-king/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20River%20King)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20River%20King&i=instant-video)
- [MovieMe](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/45072-the-river-king/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20River%20King)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20River%20King&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The River King in the UK?**

The River King (2005) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent The River King?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and MovieMe so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The River King?**

Yes. The River King can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The River King on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The River King is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/45072/the-river-king-2005
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/fXrjpHBftZftvqC4vfU2ZCSJpXt.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/45072/the-river-king-2005.json

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