---
title: "A Different Story"
year: 1978
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-different-story-1978"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 243636
imdb_id: "tt0077435"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 108
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 13
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# A Different Story (1978) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-different-story-1978

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "A Different Story" (1978).
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No invented titles, names, actors, dates, episode counts, awards, ratings, box-office, or viewership numbers.
Constraint 3: No guessing. Omit missing details.
Constraint 4: Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 5: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 6: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 7: Word count must be between 150 and 190 words.
Title: A Different Story
Year: 1978
Release Date (US): 05/10/1978
Genre: Romance and Drama
Runtime: 1h 48m
Synopsis: A gay man and a lesbian enter into a marriage of convenience in order to prevent his deportation, and then gradually fall in love with one another.
Other details: Characters named Albert and Stella.
Attempt 1 (Mental Draft):
        A Different Story is a 1978 film categorized within the romance and drama genres. Released in the United States on May 10, 1978, the movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 48 minutes. The plot follows a gay man and a lesbian who enter into a marriage of convenience.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Paul Aaron
- **Networks / Studios**: The Petersen Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Perry King** as *Albert Walreavens*
- **Meg Foster** as *Stella Cooke*
- **Valerie Curtin** as *Phyllis*
- **Peter Donat** as *Sills*
- **Richard Bull** as *Mr. Cooke*
- **Barbara Collentine** as *Mrs. Cooke*
- **Guerin Barry** as *Ned*
- **Doug Higgins** as *Roger*
- **Lisa James** as *Chris*
- **Eugene Butler** as *Sam*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Different Story online?
A Different Story is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Different Story worth watching?
A Different Story holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 13 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Different Story and when was it released?
A Different Story is a feature film with a runtime of 108 minutes. It was released in 1978. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Different Story?
A Different Story was directed by Paul Aaron.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Different Story — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/243636)

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