Yes. It's based on an actual event that happened from early July of '94 to August of that same year.
His nephew, Dayne Straight, drove him back home and Henry (renamed Lyle in the film) moved back to Iowa to stay close to his family.
Alvin died on November 9th of 1996.
His nephew, Dayne Straight, drove him back home and Henry (renamed Lyle in the film) moved back to Iowa to stay close to his family.
Alvin died on November 9th of 1996.
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- How long is The Straight Story?1 hour and 52 minutes
- When was The Straight Story released?September 3, 1999
- What is the IMDb rating of The Straight Story?8 out of 10
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- Who are the characters in The Straight Story?Rose, Alvin, Doctor Gibbons, Farm Dog, Tom the John Deere Dealer, and Verlyn Heller
- What is the plot of The Straight Story?Alvin Straight, a 73-year-old, learns that his estranged brother, Lyle is critically ill. Unable to drive, Alvin embarks on a journey from Iowa to Mt. Zion, by riding a lawn mower. Will he succeed?
- What was the budget for The Straight Story?$10 million
- How much did The Straight Story earn at the worldwide box office?$6.45 million
- How much did The Straight Story earn at the US box office?$6.2 million
- What is The Straight Story rated?G
- What genre is The Straight Story?Biographical and Drama
- How many awards has The Straight Story won?19 awards
- How many awards has The Straight Story been nominated for?59 nominations
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