1999 · movie · G · 1h 52m
The Straight Story
A true story that proves a little determination goes a very, very long way.
Is The Straight Story on Netflix?
No. The Straight Story (1999) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Disney+.
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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 making the trip on his old lawnmower, thus beginning a picturesque and at times deeply spiritual odyssey.
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How we got to 74.1
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| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.7/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 34 | none |
The Straight Story: common questions
Is The Straight Story on Netflix?
No. The Straight Story (1999) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Disney+.
Where can I watch The Straight Story?
The Straight Story (1999) is included with a Disney+ subscription in the US.
Is The Straight Story worth watching?
It scores 74.1/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is The Straight Story?
The Straight Story runs 1h 52m (112 minutes).
What is The Straight Story rated?
The Straight Story is rated G in the US.
Who is in The Straight Story?
The Straight Story stars Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, Jane Galloway Heitz, Joseph A. Carpenter.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.