The Straight Story
(1999)
8.0
PixlRun
A true story that proves a little determination goes a very, very long way.
Country
United States of America
Original language
English
Runtime
1h 52min
Premiere
1999-10-15
Box office
$6,203,044
worldwide gross
MPAA rating
G
Director
David Lynch
Cinematography
Freddie Francis
Editor
Mary Sweeney
Producers
Neal Edelstein, Mary Sweeney, Alain Sarde
Production
Les Films Alain Sarde · Picture Factory · Le Studio Canal+
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Jennifer Edwards
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Director
David LynchCinematography
Freddie FrancisEditor
Mary SweeneyProducers
Neal Edelstein, Mary Sweeney, Alain SardePhotos
Awards summary
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 19 wins & 40 nominations total
Our review
Retired farmer and widower 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. He then has the idea of making the trip on his old lawnmower, thus beginning a picturesque and at times deeply spiritual odyssey.
Frequently asked questions
Who directed The Straight Story?
David Lynch directed The Straight Story in 1999.
What is the IMDb rating?
The Straight Story has an IMDb rating of 8/10 from 106,340 votes.
Where can I watch The Straight Story?
The Straight Story is available on Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store.
How long is The Straight Story?
The Straight Story has a runtime of 1h 52min (112 minutes).
How much did The Straight Story earn at the box office?
The Straight Story earned $6,203,044 worldwide.