Movie
Where to Watch Straight Time (1978) in the US
- 1978
- R
- 1h 54m
- 7.4IMDb
- 82%Rotten Tomatoes
- 64Metascore
Straight Time is available to rent in the United States.
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What it's about
After 6 years in prison, Max Dembo, a career criminal is released on parole. Max wants to go straight, but doesn't like the restrictions of parole, much to the chagrin of his parole officer, Earl Frank. Some conditions -living in a half-way house, not associating with past friends and associates, no driving, and no drugs, all may be more difficult than he imagines especially as his encounters with Earl become increasingly tense. The way Max deals with Earl is the same way he deals with everything: his way or no way Through his life in the outside world, Max embarks on a relationship with Jenny Mercer, an employment agency clerk whom he meets while looking for a job. Jenny knows about his past criminal history, but he ends up only telling her so much of his current life if only to protect her - just in case.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Ulu Grosbard, Dustin Hoffman
- Writer
- Edward Bunker, Alvin Sargent, Jeffrey Boam
- Starring
- Dustin Hoffman, Theresa Russell, Gary Busey
Details
- Release date
- Apr 21, 1978
- Language
- English, Spanish, Cantonese
- Country
- United States
- Box office
- $9,900,000
Where to Watch Straight Time (1978) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch Straight Time in the United States?
- Straight Time is available to rent in the United States. Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I stream Straight Time or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I watch Straight Time for free in the United States?
- We have not confirmed a free option for Straight Time in the United States.
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