The Straight Story
A true story that proves a little determination goes a very, very long way.
A retired farmer and widower in his 70s, Alvin Straight learns one day that his distant brother Lyle has suffered a stroke and may not recover. Alvin is determined to make things right with Lyle while he still can, but his brother lives in Wisconsin, while Alvin is stuck in Iowa with no car and no driver's license. Then he hits on the idea of making the trip on his old lawnmower, thus beginning a picturesque and at times deeply spiritual odyssey.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Straight Story
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1999-10-15
- Runtime: 112 minutes
- Rating: 7.724/10 (1624 votes)
- Budget: $10,000,000
- Revenue: $6,418,028
- Production Companies: Les Films Alain Sarde, The Picture Factory, Le Studio Canal+, Film4 Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 6.621
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Richard Farnsworth
as Alvin
Sissy Spacek
as Rose
Jane Galloway Heitz
as Dorothy
Joseph A. Carpenter
as Bud
Donald Wiegert
as Sig
Tracey Maloney
as Nurse
Dan Flannery
as Doctor Gibbons
Jennifer Edwards
as Brenda
Ed Grennan
as Pete
Jack Walsh
as Apple
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Official 4K Restoration Trailer
The Straight Story (1999) | Trailer
THE STRAIGHT STORY - Official Trailer
David Lynch On THE STRAIGHT STORY
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Straight Story?▼
The Straight Story is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1999-10-15.
Who are the main actors in The Straight Story?▼
The main cast includes Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, Jane Galloway Heitz, Joseph A. Carpenter, Donald Wiegert, .
Where can I watch The Straight Story online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Straight Story is available.
Is The Straight Story based on a true story?▼
A true story that proves a little determination goes a very, very long way.
What is the IMDb rating of The Straight Story?▼
The Straight Story has an IMDb rating of 7.724/10 based on 1624 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Straight Story?▼
The movie had a production budget of $10,000,000 and earned $6,418,028 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Straight Story?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Les Films Alain Sarde, The Picture Factory, Le Studio Canal+, Film4 Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Straight Story filmed?▼
The Straight Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Straight Story?▼
The total runtime of The Straight Story is 112 minutes.
Is The Straight Story suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Straight Story?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Straight Story.
Does The Straight Story have a post-credit scene?▼
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