# Where to watch The River (2012) in the UK

> The River (2012) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can be bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 43 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 6.6/10  
**Genres:** Action & Adventure, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T15:08:48.639Z)  

## Synopsis

Wildlife expert and TV personality Emmet Cole sets course around the world with his wife, Tess, and son, Lincoln, while filming what would become one of the most popular shows in television. After he goes missing deep in the Amazon, his family, friends and crew set out on a mysterious and deadly journey to find him.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The River in the UK?**

The River (2012) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

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

Yes. The River 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.

**Are all seasons of The River on the same service?**

Not always — TV licensing is sometimes negotiated season by season. ScreenSearch shows availability across all seasons on the title's page; for season-specific availability, look at the season picker inside the search dialog.

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

The River is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this TV series'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/tv/39336/the-river-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/8gaGHgNLckAQMwGGFoHzCc92FGj.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/39336/the-river-2012.json

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