Straight Time
"Please God, don't let him get caught."
After being released on parole, a burglar attempts to go straight, get a regular job, and just go by the rules. He soon finds himself back in jail at the hands of a power-hungry parole officer.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Straight Time
- Genres: Crime, Drama
- Release Date: 1978-03-18
- Runtime: 114 minutes
- Rating: 7.1/10 (188 votes)
- Budget: $4,000,000
- Revenue: $9,900,000
- Production Companies: First Artists, Sweetwall, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.8433
- Languages: Cantonese, English, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Dustin Hoffman
as Max Dembo
Theresa Russell
as Jenny Mercer
Gary Busey
as Willy Darin
Harry Dean Stanton
as Jerry Schue
M. Emmet Walsh
as Earl Frank
Rita Taggart
as Carol Schue
Kathy Bates
as Selma Darin
Sandy Baron
as Manny
Jake Busey
as Henry Darin
Peter Kwong
as Grocery Clerk
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Trailers & Clips
Straight Time (1978) Original Trailer [FHD]
Josh Olson on Straight Time
David Shire - Straight Time (1978)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Straight Time?▼
Straight Time is a Crime, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1978-03-18.
Who are the main actors in Straight Time?▼
The main cast includes Dustin Hoffman, Theresa Russell, Gary Busey, Harry Dean Stanton, M. Emmet Walsh, .
Where can I watch Straight Time online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Straight Time is available.
Is Straight Time based on a true story?▼
"Please God, don't let him get caught."
What is the IMDb rating of Straight Time?▼
Straight Time has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 188 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Straight Time?▼
The movie had a production budget of $4,000,000 and earned $9,900,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Straight Time?▼
The soundtrack was composed by First Artists, Sweetwall, Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Straight Time filmed?▼
Straight Time was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Straight Time?▼
The total runtime of Straight Time is 114 minutes.
Is Straight Time suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Straight Time?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Straight Time.
Does Straight Time have a post-credit scene?▼
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