Movie

The River Niger

“Some rivers can't be dammed...some people won't be broken.”

★ 7.4(5)19761h 45m

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Good to know

Director: Krishna Shah
Release date: 1976-04-14
Runtime: 1h 45m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: River Niger Company

About The River Niger

The River Niger is a 1976 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Krishna Shah, starring James Earl Jones, Cicely Tyson and Louis Gossett Jr.. It has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The River Niger in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An intimate look at life in the ghetto: Johnny Williams is a house painter who moonlights as a poet, struggling to financially and emotionally support his cancer-ridden wife Mattie. But times are tough and the poverty-troubled streets are even tougher, and it takes every ounce of Johnny's love and courage for the couple to make it through their strife, finding redemption in the River Niger.

Cast

James Earl Jones

Johnny Williams

Cicely Tyson

Mattie Williams

Louis Gossett Jr.

Dr. Dudley Stanton

Glynn Turman

Jeff Williams

Jonelle Allen

Ann Vanderguild

Roger E. Mosley

Big Moe Hayes

Ralph Wilcox

Teddy Wilson

Chips

Charles Weldon

Skeeter

Shirley Jo Finney

Gail

Hilda Haynes

Wilhelmina Geneva Brow

Ed Crick

White Police Lieutenant

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The River Niger in Mexico?+

The River Niger is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The River Niger on Netflix?+

The River Niger is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The River Niger?+

The River Niger has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

Who stars in The River Niger?+

The River Niger stars James Earl Jones, Cicely Tyson, Louis Gossett Jr., Glynn Turman and Jonelle Allen.

When did The River Niger come out?+

The River Niger is a 1976 movie directed by Krishna Shah.

What genre is The River Niger?+

The River Niger is Drama film.

Who directed The River Niger?+

The River Niger was directed by Krishna Shah.