Rating
Popularity6
Runtime1h 52m
Release DateOctober 15, 1999
Budget$10,000,000
Revenue$6,418,028
The Straight Story
A true story that proves a little determination goes a very, very long way.
Overview
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.
Production
Les Films Alain Sarde(FR)
Picture Factory(US)
Le Studio Canal+(FR)
Film4 Productions(GB)Status
Released
Original Language
English
Spoken Languages
English
Age Rating
All Ages
Top Cast
Key Crew
DirectorDavid Lynch
Director of PhotographyFreddie Francis
ProducerNeal Edelstein
ProducerMary Sweeney
ProducerAlain Sarde
WriterJohn Roach
Videos & Trailers
Official 4K Restoration Trailer
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The Straight Story (1999) | Trailer
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THE STRAIGHT STORY - Official Trailer
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