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The River Niger (1976) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
The River Niger at a Glance
The River Niger is a 1976 drama film helmed by Krishna Shah, featuring James Earl Jones, Cicely Tyson and Louis Gossett Jr. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes and was released on April 14, 1976. The River Niger holds an average TMDB user score of 6.7/10 from 6 votes and is rated R in the United States.
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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.
Where “The River Niger” Fits in the 123Movies Catalog
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
Al
Teddy Wilson
Chips
Charles Weldon
Skeeter
Shirley Jo Finney
Gail
Hilda Haynes
Wilhelmina Geneva Brow
Ed Crick
White Police Lieutenant
Frequently Asked Questions About The River Niger
When was The River Niger released?
The River Niger was released on April 14, 1976.
What is the runtime of 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 as Johnny Williams, Cicely Tyson as Mattie Williams, Louis Gossett Jr. as Dr. Dudley Stanton and Glynn Turman as Jeff Williams. The cast also includes Jonelle Allen, Roger E. Mosley, Ralph Wilcox and Teddy Wilson.
Who directed The River Niger?
The River Niger was directed by Krishna Shah. The screenplay is credited to Joseph A. Walker.
What genre is The River Niger?
The River Niger is listed on TMDB as a drama film.
What is The River Niger rated?
The River Niger is rated R in the United States. On TMDB it has an average user score of 6.7/10 from 6 votes.
What movies are similar to The River Niger?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside The River Niger include Cardboard Boxer (2016), My Neighbor Adolf (2022), The Young One (1960), Hardball (2001) and El Chicano (2019).
Can I stream the full movie of The River Niger on 123Movies?
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