The Straight Story (1999)
📌 Available on MUBI and Disney+ and Prime Video🛡️ Family friendly G
📖 Story
A retired farmer's stubborn determination to reconcile with his estranged brother becomes an unexpected meditation on mortality and redemption. The Straight Story transforms a seemingly absurd journey—traveling 300 miles on a lawnmower—into something achingly beautiful, a portrait of quiet American dignity across rural landscapes. What unfolds is less about reaching a destination than about learning that some distances can only be traveled slowly, with time enough to make peace with the past. The film moves like its protagonist: deliberately, honestly, and with the weight of unspoken forgiveness.
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Character-driven
82
Strong recommendation
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneLight and steady
ExperienceStraightforward viewing experience
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect an easy, fast-moving watch built for direct fun more than layered tension or emotional weight.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Family friendly
📌 MPAA
Generally suitable for family viewing.
Runtime
112 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorDavid Lynch
WritingJohn RoachMary Sweeney
CastRichard FarnsworthSissy SpacekJane Galloway HeitzJoseph A. CarpenterDonald Wiegert
ProductionPierre EdelmanNeal EdelsteinMichael PolaireMary Sweeney
MusicWalter SpencerJohn NeffDoug Jackson
CinematographyFreddie FrancisScott SmithBrendan David Butler
Where to watch The Straight Story
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Now available through 13 official offers on 4 platforms
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13 platforms available · Prices may vary by country
✨Availability Snapshot13 offers
The Straight Story is currently listed across official watch options including MUBI, Disney+, Prime Video and Apple TV.
Subscription access may be available through MUBI and Disney+, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 2.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 4.99 USD on Apple TV.
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📺Providers4🎟️Lowest rent2.49 GBP🛒Lowest buy4.99 USD
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
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📉Box office loss0.64x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue did not cover the production cost
The box office run returned less than the reported budget, leaving a clear commercial shortfall.
Quick pulse
Clear loss
💹 Return multiple: 0.64x📈 ROI: -36%🧾 Box office loss
💰Budget
$10M10 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$6.4M6.4 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
📉Commercial shortfall
-$3.6M-3.6 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
📉Return multiple
0.64x0.64x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $10M • Revenue: $6.4M • Commercial gap: -$3.6M ROI -36%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Returned less than its budget.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Screenshots and images
Cast & crew
Richard Farnsworth
Alvin
Sissy Spacek
Rose
Jane Galloway Heitz
Dorothy
Joseph A. Carpenter
Bud
Donald Wiegert
Sig
Tracey Maloney
Nurse
Dan Flannery
Doctor Gibbons
Jennifer Edwards
Brenda
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Ed Grennan
Pete
Jack Walsh
Apple
Gil Pearson
Bus Driver
Barbara June Patterson
Woman on Bus
Everett McGill
Tom the John Deere Dealer
Anastasia Webb
Crystal
Director: David Lynch
❓ FAQ
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1On which platforms can I watch The Straight Story?
The film is available on Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, and MUBI, making it easily accessible depending on your subscription.
2Is The Straight Story suitable for families and children?
Yes, The Straight Story is appropriate for different age groups as it tells a meaningful dramatic story without violence or offensive content. The film's total duration is 112 minutes.
3What is the detailed plot of the film?
The film follows Alvin Straight, a retired farmer in his seventies, who receives shocking news about his distant brother, prompting him to challenge time in his own way. The story is directed by ديفيد لينش and stars Richard Farnsworth and سيسي سبيسك among others.
4When was The Straight Story released and what is its film genre?
The film was released in 1999 and belongs to the drama and history genres, presenting a deep dramatic story that explores themes of family and reconciliation.
5Who is the director and main cast of the film?
The film is directed by ديفيد لينش and stars Richard Farnsworth, سيسي سبيسك, Jane Galloway Heitz, Joseph A. Carpenter, and Donald Wiegert in the main roles.
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