The World Made Straight (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2015, The World Made Straight is a drama film directed by David Burris, running about 119 minutes. “For blood. For money. For a way out.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a rural Appalachian community haunted by the legacy of a Civil War massacre, a rebellious young man struggles to escape the violence that would bind him to the past.
Who’s in it. The World Made Straight stars Haley Joel Osment as Shank, Minka Kelly as Dena, Noah Wyle as Leonard and Jeremy Irvine as Travis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The World Made Straight has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The World Made Straight page.
If you liked it. Fans of The World Made Straight tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The World Made Straight (2015)?
- In US, The World Made Straight is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The World Made Straight worth watching?
- The World Made Straight holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The World Made Straight?
- The World Made Straight stars Haley Joel Osment, Minka Kelly, Noah Wyle, Jeremy Irvine and Adelaide Clemens.