# Where to watch River (2016) in the UK

> River (2016) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 2.0/10  
**Genres:** Thriller, Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T13:01:58.952Z)  

## Synopsis

A nihilistic border detective is psychologically and emotionally terrorized by the disappearance of his 9 year old daughter. His life spirals into the deeper depths of darkness while frequenting the underworld of El Paso for clues, which leaves him gasping for air as sudden moments of clairvoyance lead him closer to regaining his previous life, his daughter, his wife and his sanity!

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/River)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=River)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=River)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch River for free in the UK?**

River (2016) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

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

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 so you can check the current price.

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

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

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

River 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?**

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/482006/river-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/nQrMWjIN5d7umHh4VJBz32RDvFp.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/482006/river-2016.json

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