Straight Time

"Please God, don't let him get caught."

⭐ 7.1 /10 193 votes

March 18, 1978 1h 54m Released

Crime Drama

Storyline

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.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Ulu Grosbard
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Jeffrey Boam, Edward Bunker
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    First Artists
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.1/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $4,000,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

Dustin Hoffman

Max Dembo

Theresa Russell

Jenny Mercer

Gary Busey

Willy Darin

Harry Dean Stanton

Jerry Schue

M. Emmet Walsh

Earl Frank

Rita Taggart

Carol Schue

Kathy Bates

Selma Darin

Sandy Baron

Manny

Jake Busey

Henry Darin

Peter Kwong

Grocery Clerk

Fran Ryan

Cafe Owner

Edward Bunker

Mickey

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Straight Time released?

Straight Time was released on March 18, 1978.

How long is Straight Time?

The runtime of Straight Time is 1h 54m.

What genre is Straight Time?

Straight Time is a Crime, Drama movie.

What is the rating of Straight Time?

Straight Time has a rating of 7.1 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Straight Time?

Straight Time is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Straight Time?

Straight Time was directed by Ulu Grosbard.

Who stars in Straight Time?

The main cast of Straight Time includes Dustin Hoffman, Theresa Russell, Gary Busey.

What language is Straight Time in?

Straight Time is originally in English.