The River Niger
Drama
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Johnny, a house painter and poet, struggles to support his cancer-stricken wife Mattie amid poverty. Their unwavering love helps them overcome hardships, finding solace in the River Niger.
- Rated
- R
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Released
- 1976
Details
Release year: 1976
Storyline
Johnny, a house painter and poet, struggles to support his cancer-stricken wife Mattie amid poverty. Their unwavering love helps them overcome hardships, finding solace in the River Niger.
Top credits
Directors
Writers
Cast
See all 17 credits →- Cicely Tyson — Mattie Williams
- James Earl Jones — Johnny Williams
- Louis Gossett Jr. — Dr. Dudley Stanton
- Glynn Turman — Jeff Williams