River
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About
Respected police officer John River, a gifted cop with a troubled mind, struggles to come to terms with the recent loss of a colleague, and chases a suspect across London - with tragic consequences. Now at odds with the authorities, River ends up in a precarious position as he seeks to bring closure to the mother of murdered teenager, who blames him for failing to keep his promise.
Cast
Stellan Skarsgård
as John River
Nicola Walker
as Jackie 'Stevie' Stevenson
Adeel Akhtar
as Ira King
Lesley Manville
as Chrissie Read
Owen Teale
as Marcus McDonald
Georgina Rich
as Rosa Fallows
Eddie Marsan
as Thomas Cream
Turlough Convery
as Frankie Stevenson
Sorcha Cusack
as Bridie Stevenson
Steve Nicolson
as Jimmy Stevenson
Michael Maloney
as Tom Read
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
Episode 1
Under intense scrutiny, River must battle to keep his fragile mental state in check.
Episode 2
River begins to suspect that the man he chased to his death was innocent.
Episode 3
Unlocking her voicemails throws suspicion on somebody close to Stevie.
Episode 4
CCTV footage causes the investigation into Stevie's murder to change direction.
Episode 5
River and Ira uncover what Stevie was investigating before her murder.
Episode 6
The fractured events of Stevie's murder start to swim into focus for River.
Where does River rank today?
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Looking for a place to watch River online for free? You've landed on the right page. River is a well-rated English crime, drama, and mystery series from 2015 that you can stream right now on Bowood.TV in high quality, no signup required.
About River
Respected police officer John River, a gifted cop with a troubled mind, struggles to come to terms with the recent loss of a colleague, and chases a suspect across London - with tragic consequences. Now at odds with the authorities, River ends up in a precarious position as he seeks to bring closure to the mother of murdered teenager, who blames him for failing to keep his promise. Across 1 season and 6 episodes, originally airing on BBC One.
River Cast and Characters
The cast features Stellan Skarsgård (as John River), Nicola Walker (as Jackie 'Stevie' Stevenson), Adeel Akhtar (as Ira King), Lesley Manville (as Chrissie Read), and Owen Teale (as Marcus McDonald). Their performances are a major reason River has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch River Online
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▶ Watch River NowWhy People Are Watching River
River flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about River
Where can I watch River online for free?
You can watch River online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does River have?
River has 6 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is River good? What's the rating?
River holds a 7.4/10 rating based on 217 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of River?
The main cast includes Stellan Skarsgård, Nicola Walker, Adeel Akhtar, and Lesley Manville, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is River available in English?
Yes — River was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was River released?
River first aired in 2015.
Do I need an account to watch River on Bowood.TV?
No. Bowood.TV is free and you can watch River without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch River for free?
You can watch River online for free on Bowood.TV. All 6 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does River have?
River currently has 1 season and a total of 6 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is River about?
Respected police officer John River, a gifted cop with a troubled mind, struggles to come to terms with the recent loss of a colleague, and chases a suspect across London - with tragic consequences. Now at odds with the authorities, River ends up in a precarious position as he seeks to bring closure to the mother of… It belongs to the Crime, Drama, Mystery genres.
In which language is River originally available?
River was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was River first released?
River first premiered on October 13, 2015 (2015). The series has since concluded its run.
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