The Stratton Story (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1949, The Stratton Story is a drama and romance film directed by Sam Wood, running about 106 minutes. “James Stewart - June Allyson, In The True Romance of The Year” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Star major league pitcher Monty Stratton loses a leg in a hunting accident, but becomes determined to leave the game on his own terms.
Who’s in it. The Stratton Story stars James Stewart as Monty Stratton, June Allyson as Ethel, Frank Morgan as Barney Wile and Agnes Moorehead as Ma Stratton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Stratton Story has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stratton Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stratton Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stratton Story (1949)?
- In US, The Stratton Story is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Stratton Story worth watching?
- The Stratton Story holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Stratton Story?
- The Stratton Story stars James Stewart, June Allyson, Frank Morgan, Agnes Moorehead and Bill Williams.
- When was The Stratton Story released?
- The Stratton Story was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.