The Straight Story 1999
“A true story that proves a little determination goes a very, very long way.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 112 minutes
- Director
- David Lynch
- Networks
- Les Films Alain Sarde, Picture Factory, Le Studio Canal+
What is The Straight Story?
The Straight Story is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 112 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 15, 1999
- Studios
- Les Films Alain Sarde, Picture Factory, Le Studio Canal+
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.7/10
- Episode runtime
- ~112 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Les Films Alain Sarde, Picture Factory, Le Studio Canal+
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Overview
The Straight Story is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Les Films Alain Sarde, Picture Factory, Le Studio Canal+. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A widowed farmer journeys across states on a lawnmower to see his ailing brother.”
- Inspired true story of perseverance
- Beautifully simple visual storytelling
- Gentle, reflective road journey
- Very slow pacing may test patience
Watch it if you appreciate understated, character‑driven journeys and quiet determination.
Suitable for general audiences; offers gentle drama without intense violence.
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What is the central premise of The Straight Story?
A retired farmer travels on his lawnmower from Iowa to Wisconsin to visit his brother who has suffered a stroke.
Is The Straight Story based on real events?
Yes, the film is presented as a true story about a real journey.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately one hour and fifty‑two minutes.
What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as drama and adventure.
Does the movie contain graphic or intense content?
The film is gentle in tone and does not include intense violence or graphic scenes.
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