A River Runs Through It vs The King of Kings
The King of Kings has the higher audience score (8.6/10 against 7/10 for A River Runs Through It). The King of Kings is the shorter watch at 1h 44m compared with 2h 3m. A River Runs Through It is the older of the two (1992 against 2025). Both are drama, family movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| A River Runs Through It | The King of Kings | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.0/10 | ★ 8.6/10 |
| Year | 1992 | 2025 |
| Length | 2h 3m | 1h 44m |
| Genres | Drama, Family | Adventure, Animation, Drama, Family, Fantasy |
| Country | United Kingdom | – |
| Director | Robert Redford | Jang Seong-ho |
| Main cast | Brenda Blethyn, Michael Cudlitz, Brad Pitt, Craig Sheffer, Joseph Gordon-Levitt | Fred Tatasciore, Jim Cummings, James Arnold Taylor, Dee Bradley Baker, Oscar Isaac |
Synopsis
A River Runs Through It
The Maclean brothers, Paul and Norman, live a relatively idyllic life in rural Montana, spending much of their time fly fishing. The sons of a minister, the boys eventually part company when Norman moves east to attend college, leaving his rebellious brother to find trouble back home. When Norman finally returns, the siblings resume their fishing outings, and assess where they've been and where they're going.
The King of Kings
Charles Dickens tells his young son Walter the greatest story ever told, and what begins as a bedtime tale becomes a life-changing journey. Through vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, facing His trials, and understanding His ultimate sacrifice.
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