


Film · Released
The Straight Story
“A true story that proves a little determination goes a very, very long way.”
The Straight Story at a glance
The Straight Story is a 1999 drama film, running 1h 52m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: U in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.
Rated U in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1999-10-15
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- David Lynch
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.7 / 10 · 1,915 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmRetired farmer and widower Alvin Straight learns one day that his estranged brother Lyle has suffered a severe stroke. 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. He then has the idea of making the trip on his old lawnmower, thus beginning a picturesque and at times deeply spiritual odyssey.
Cast
14 names
Richard FarnsworthAlvin
Sissy SpacekRose
Jane Galloway HeitzDorothy
Dan FlanneryDoctor Gibbons
Jack WalshApple
Everett McGillTom the John Deere DealerQuestions about The Straight Story
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Straight Story in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Straight Story is listed on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Straight Story suitable for children?
The Straight Story is rated U in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Straight Story on PelisPlus UK?
The Straight Story has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.
What is The Straight Story about?
Retired farmer and widower Alvin Straight learns one day that his estranged brother Lyle has suffered a severe stroke. 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. He then has the idea of…
How long is The Straight Story?
The Straight Story runs for 1h 52m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Straight Story trailer?
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