Big River (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film
Released in 2006, Big River is a drama film directed by Atsushi Funahashi, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Soon after he lands in America, Ali, a Muslim man from Pakistan, begins his search for his estranged wife, Nadia. On his journey, Ali meets with Teppei, a Japanese traveller hitchhiking his way across America, and Sarah, a local trailer park girl, who help him in his search. The three travellers succeed in finding Nadia, who, to Ali’s dismay, is living a new life in Phoenix with another man. Ali spends the rest of his stay in America with Teppei and Sarah, anxiously wondering where his life is leading. In the brief time they are together, the three companions commit to helping one another. Ali, Teppei and Sarah begin a new journey, to find their own individual identities and in the process they find each other. Big River is a road movie, a tale about the borderless realm of friendship and its ability to transcend culture.
Who’s in it. Big River stars Joe Odagiri as Teppei, Kavi Raz as Ali and Chloe Snyder as Sarah.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Big River page.
If you liked it. Fans of Big River tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Big River (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Big River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Big River?
- Big River stars Joe Odagiri, Kavi Raz and Chloe Snyder.
- When was Big River released?
- Big River was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.