

Plot Summary
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 modest 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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Director & Crew
Abu Bakr Shawky
Director
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Where can I watch The Stories online?
The Stories (2026) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
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Who directed The Stories?
The Stories was directed by Abu Bakr Shawky and released in 2026.
How long is The Stories?
The Stories has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 2026-06-17
- Status
- Released










