Inside Straight (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1951, Inside Straight is a drama and western film directed by Gerald Mayer, running about 87 minutes. “A story of live, women, power, money!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A tycoon rises to the top in 19th-century San Francisco through greed and corruption.
Who’s in it. Inside Straight stars David Brian as Rip MacCool, Arlene Dahl as Lily Douvane, Barry Sullivan as Johnny Sanderson and Mercedes McCambridge as Ada Stritch, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Inside Straight has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Inside Straight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Inside Straight tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Inside Straight (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Inside Straight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Inside Straight worth watching?
- Inside Straight holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Inside Straight?
- Inside Straight stars David Brian, Arlene Dahl, Barry Sullivan, Mercedes McCambridge and Paula Raymond.
- When was Inside Straight released?
- Inside Straight was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.