Straight Time
After being released on parole, a burglar attempts to go straight, get a regular job, and just go by the rules. He soon finds himself back in jail at the hands of a power-hungry parole officer.
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Straight Time
Where can I watch Straight Time in the United States?
Straight Time is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Straight Time for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Straight Time needs a subscription to Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Straight Time?
Straight Time scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Straight Time?
Straight Time stars Dustin Hoffman, Theresa Russell, Gary Busey, Harry Dean Stanton, and M. Emmet Walsh. Ulu Grosbard is the director.
How long is Straight Time?
Straight Time runs 1h 54m (114 minutes).
When did Straight Time come out?
Straight Time was released on March 18, 1978.
Which studio made Straight Time?
Straight Time was produced by First Artists and Sweetwall in the United States.
What was the budget for Straight Time?
Straight Time was made on a budget of $4,000,000.
How much did Straight Time make at the box office?
Straight Time grossed $9,900,000 worldwide, against a budget of $4,000,000.
What languages is Straight Time in?
Straight Time is in Cantonese, English, and Spanish, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.