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Straight Time

7.119781h 54mRMovieCrimeDrama

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.

DirectorUlu Grosbard
WritersJeffrey Boam·Edward Bunker
ProducersHoward Pine·Tim Zinnemann

Where to watch

Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ulu Grosbard

DHDustin Hoffman
Dustin Hoffman
Max Dembo
TRTheresa Russell
Theresa Russell
Jenny Mercer
GBGary Busey
Gary Busey
Willy Darin
HSHarry Dean Stanton
Harry Dean Stanton
Jerry Schue
MWM. Emmet Walsh
M. Emmet Walsh
Earl Frank
RTRita Taggart
Rita Taggart
Carol Schue
KBKathy Bates
Kathy Bates
Selma Darin
SBSandy Baron
Sandy Baron
Manny
JBJake Busey
Jake Busey
Henry Darin
PKPeter Kwong
Peter Kwong
Grocery Clerk
FRFran Ryan
Fran Ryan
Cafe Owner
EBEdward Bunker
Edward Bunker
Mickey

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Straight Time — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Straight Time?

Straight Time is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Straight Time on Netflix?

No, Straight Time is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Straight Time on Amazon Prime Video?

Straight Time isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Straight Time for free?

Straight Time is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.