Is the movie The River and Death available on Netflix, Disney+, Prime or Apple TV+?
At Stream Tracker, I keep tabs on where to find films that linger in the mind — and The River and Death (1987) is one of those. Set in a dusty Mexican village, this tale of a pointless, bloody vendetta pits two last surviving sons against each other: one a city‑trained doctor, the other a village man waiting to settle an honor‑bound score. Revenge, honor, blood and the weight of generations shape every frame, and the villagers themselves almost act as jury and executioner. Below I’ll check whether The River and Death is currently available on Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video or Apple TV+, and note any festival prizes or awards if applicable.
Synopsis
Generations of ritualized revenge have drained a small Mexican village, where a ruthless code of honor keeps two families trapped in an endless cycle of bloodshed. Now only one son remains from each clan: one escaped to the city and became a doctor, embracing modern values and a life far from the feud; the other never left, hardened by the village’s grudges and waiting for his moment to strike. When the doctor returns home, the town’s thirst for retribution forces a confrontation that could either finally break the cycle or plunge both families into utter ruin.
Watch on which platform The River and Death
Updated on 12/03/2026Netflix
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Disney+
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Prime Video
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