Plot — What is The Stories about?
The Stories is a decades-spanning Egyptian family saga and love story set between the late 1960s and 1980s. The film follows Ahmed, a young man from a Middle-Class Cairo family who dreams of becoming a concert pianist. During the tense summer of 1967, as war looms over Egypt, he begins a pen-pal correspondence with an Austrian woman named Elizabeth (“Liz”). A semi-autobiographical film based on the director's parents and how they met.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2026 |
| Genre | Drama, Music, Comedy |
| Language | AR |
| Runtime | 101 min |
| Audience Score | 63% (6.3/10, 6 votes) |
The Stories — FAQ
Is The Stories worth watching? The Stories holds a 6.3/10 rating from 6 viewers. The Stories is a decades-spanning Egyptian family saga and love story set between the late 1960s and 1980s. The film follows Ahmed, a young man from a Middle-Class Cairo family who dreams of becoming a concert pianist. D
Who directed The Stories? Directed by Abu Bakr Shawky.
Who is in the cast of The Stories? It stars Nelly Karim, Amir El-Masry, Valerie Pachner, Amr Abed, Ahmed Kamal, Khaled Mokhtar and more.
Where can I stream The Stories? Streaming availability for The Stories is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Stories release? It released in 2026.
