Downriver (2016): Ratings, Plot & Where to Watch
Downriver is a 2016 drama directed by Grant Scicluna. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes. Critics gave it 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 2.4/10. Stream it on Cineverse and Fawesome, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Grant Scicluna
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
-
English
- Studio
- Breaking Glass Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Downriver About?
The premise of Downriver without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Following his release from prison, James is compelled to confront a painful childhood secret and embark on a dangerous quest to find a missing boy. Driven by the mother’s desperate request, he navigates difficult circumstances as he attempts to untangle a complex history and offer comfort to those grieving the loss.
Downriver Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- war criminal
- vehicle breakdown
- enemy outpost
- military truck
- escape behind enemy lines
- fictional war
- cable
- redbox
- truck
- break down
- barricade
- battlefield
+38 more Show fewer
- gas mask
- bayonet
- 10th mountain division
- behind enemy lines
- trapped behind enemy lines
- lost behind enemy lines
- map
- flare
- river
- boat
- river boat
- boat paddle
- camaraderie
- youtube
- modern warfare
- dangerous mission
- mission
- fire
- infantry
- wisecrack humor
- warlord
- outpost
- village
- sd card
- camera sd card
- underwater scene
- underwater sd card
- torture
- terrorist
- terrorism
- stabbed to death
- stabbed in the face
- stabbed in the chest
- special forces
- slow motion scene
- showdown
- shot down
- shot dead
Where to Watch Downriver
Stream it on Cineverse and Fawesome, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
Stream 8
The Director of Downriver
Directed by Grant Scicluna.
- Director Grant Scicluna
Downriver Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Downriver 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 2.4/10.
-
IMDb 2.4 /10
See on IMDb -
Rotten Tomatoes 82% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 55%
See on Rotten Tomatoes -
TMDB 48% User score
See on TMDB
Downriver Plot Summary
What happens in Downriver from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
This gripping tale unfolds against the backdrop of a fictionalized conflict between two unnamed nations, immersing viewers in the harrowing experiences of a group of soldiers who find themselves stranded deep behind enemy lines. As the story begins, a military-spec civilian truck, which has been designated for forward reconnaissance duties, unexpectedly breaks down a daunting six miles from friendly territory. Among the squad, Pvt. Avery, a Combat Correspondent, struggles to earn the trust of his fellow soldiers who are initially skeptical of his presence among them. This diverse group, led by the determined Lt. Harp, hatches a desperate plan: they aim to navigate their way to a nearby river, construct a makeshift raft, and under the sanctuary of night, attempt to float back to safety.
Full summary
The whole story of Downriver, scene by scene
Downriver Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Downriver.
How Well Do You Know Downriver?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
- Question 1: not answered
- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
- Question 4: not answered
- Question 5: not answered
- Question 6: not answered
- Question 7: not answered
- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
What is the primary mission of the soldiers in Downriver?
Seen Downriver?
Movies Like Downriver
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Man Down, River Runs Red and Rescue Dawn.
Downriver FAQ: Where to Watch, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, where to watch, ratings and post-credit scenes of Downriver, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Downriver?
Downriver runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Downriver released?
Downriver was released on August 12, 2016.
Who directed Downriver?
Downriver was directed by Grant Scicluna.
Where can I watch Downriver?
In the US, Downriver is streaming on Cineverse, Fawesome and Hoopla and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How is Downriver rated?
Downriver has 2.4/10 on IMDb, 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 48% on TMDB.
Does Downriver have a post-credit scene?
No. Downriver has no extra scene during or after the credits.
Coming soon to your phone
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app
