Where to watch The River Rat (1984) in the UK
The River Rat (1984) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
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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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The River Rat.
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Tommy Lee JonesBilly -
Martha PlimptonJonsy -
Brian DennehyDoc Cole -
Shawn SmithWexel
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Nancy Lea OwenVadie
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Norman BennettSheriff Cal
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Tony FrankPoley -
Angie BollingJoyce
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The River Rat — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The River Rat in the UK?
The River Rat (1984) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent The River Rat?
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, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The River Rat?
Yes. The River Rat can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube 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 Rat on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
The River Rat is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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