Texas River Documentary to Release on Prime Video
The nature documentary Deep in the Heart II: Texas Rivers arrives on the streaming platform this October.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Documentary
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The upcoming nature documentary Deep in the Heart II: Texas Rivers is scheduled to release on Prime Video on October 27, 2026. Narrated by Ethan Hawke and directed by Ben Masters, the film explores Texas waterways and local wildlife.
Why it matters
The documentary serves as a follow-up to the 2022 film Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story. It provides viewers with an intimate look at the river ecosystems and diverse animal populations found throughout Texas.
The production features an 85-minute runtime. It acts as the second installment following the 2022 original documentary film.
The players
Ethan Hawke
An acclaimed actor and filmmaker who provides the narration for this documentary project.
Ben Masters
A filmmaker known for his work in wildlife and nature conservation who serves as the director for this sequel.
The details
Directed by Ben Masters, the documentary features extensive footage of various wildlife species including otter families, turkeys, and snapping turtles. The project aims to highlight the ecological importance of Texas river systems for audiences at home.
Timeline
The original film Deep in the Heart was released in 2022.
The documentary releases on October 27, 2026, at 12 AM ET.
Industry Dynamics
This release follows the trend of expanding successful regional nature documentaries into multi-part franchises. It mirrors the strategy of building localized series to capture specific audience interest in state-based ecological programming.
Viewers can stream the documentary exclusively on Prime Video starting at 12 AM ET on October 27, 2026. The film is available to anyone with a subscription to the service, allowing for at-home access to high-definition wildlife footage.
The takeaway
Nature documentaries offer a unique opportunity to view local wildlife that might be difficult to observe in person. Interested viewers should check their streaming settings to ensure they are prepared for the midnight release.
Further reading
Explore more local narratives in the Documentary section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ScreenRant.
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