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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·Alvin Sargent
ProducersTim Zinnemann·Stanley Beck

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ulu Grosbard

Dustin Hoffman
Dustin Hoffman
Max Dembo
Theresa Russell
Theresa Russell
Jenny Mercer
Gary Busey
Gary Busey
Willy Darin
Harry Dean Stanton
Harry Dean Stanton
Jerry Schue
M. Emmet Walsh
M. Emmet Walsh
Earl Frank
Rita Taggart
Rita Taggart
Carol Schue
Kathy Bates
Kathy Bates
Selma Darin
Sandy Baron
Sandy Baron
Manny
Jake Busey
Jake Busey
Henry Darin
Peter Kwong
Peter Kwong
Grocery Clerk
Fran Ryan
Fran Ryan
Cafe Owner
Edward 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 United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Straight Time on Netflix?

No, Straight Time is not on Netflix in United States as of August 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 United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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