My True Story (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1951, My True Story is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Mickey Rooney, running about 67 minutes. “I framed the man I love!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ann Martin is serving time as a jewel thief. Paroled and determined to stay clean, she quickly finds out that her freedom was bought by an old, vicious boss that has picked her for a job.
Who’s in it. My True Story stars Helen Walker as Ann Martin, Willard Parker as Bill Phillips, Elisabeth Risdon as Mme. Rousseau and Emory Parnell as Ed Praskins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, My True Story has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My True Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of My True Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My True Story (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My True Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My True Story worth watching?
- My True Story holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My True Story?
- My True Story stars Helen Walker, Willard Parker, Elisabeth Risdon, Emory Parnell and Aldo Ray.
- When was My True Story released?
- My True Story was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.