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Why people love it

The Straight Story (1999) stuck because it commits to its drama premise without apologizing—viewers remember set pieces and momentum as much as plot. David Lynch's control of tone keeps the ride coherent. The drama and history blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 52m · ★ 7.7

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  1. 96match

    1.The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)

    7.6 · Drama · Fantasy · Romance · 2h 46m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with emotional whiplash that feels honest. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • fuboTV
    • Paramount Plus Premium
    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Paramount+ Amazon Channel
    • Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
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  2. 94match

    2.Into the Wild (2007)

    7.8 · Adventure · Drama · 2h 28m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, Into the Wild (2007) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • JustWatch TV(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
  3. 92match

    3.Little Miss Sunshine (2006)

    7.7 · Comedy · Drama · 1h 42m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, Little Miss Sunshine (2006) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • HBO Max
    • HBO Max Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    + Save for later
  4. 90match

    4.Little Women (2019)

    7.9 · Drama · Romance · 2h 15m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, Little Women (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with emotional whiplash that feels honest. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • YouTube TV
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • FlixFling(Rent)
    • Spectrum On Demand(Rent)
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  5. 88match

    5.What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993)

    7.7 · Romance · Drama · 1h 58m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with emotional whiplash that feels honest. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • fuboTV
    • Paramount Plus Premium
    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Paramount+ Amazon Channel
    • Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    + Save for later
  6. 86match

    6.Mud (2013)

    7.1 · Drama · 2h 10m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, Mud (2013) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • Philo
    • Sundance Now
    • MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    + Save for later
  7. 84match

    7.Legends of the Fall (1994)

    7.4 · Drama · Western · Romance · 2h 13m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, Legends of the Fall (1994) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with emotional whiplash that feels honest. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • History Vault
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • FlixFling(Rent)
    • Spectrum On Demand(Rent)
    + Save for later
  8. 82match

    8.The Bridges of Madison County (1995)

    7.7 · Drama · Romance · 2h 15m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, The Bridges of Madison County (1995) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with emotional whiplash that feels honest. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Spectrum On Demand(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    9.Charlie St. Cloud (2010)

    7.0 · Drama · Romance · 1h 39m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, Charlie St. Cloud (2010) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with emotional whiplash that feels honest. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
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    10.Paris, Texas (1984)

    8.1 · Drama · 2h 25m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Straight Story clicked for you, Paris, Texas (1984) is a strong next stop: both trade in drama, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • HBO Max
    • HBO Max Amazon Channel
    • Criterion Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
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FAQ

What should I watch after The Straight Story?
Try The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Into the Wild, Little Miss Sunshine—each shares DNA with The Straight Story while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The Straight Story?
The Straight Story (1999) is best described as Drama, History. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The Straight Story worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 7.7/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this drama lane.

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