---
title: "Portrait of a Stripper"
year: 1979
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/portrait-of-a-stripper-1979"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 246250
imdb_id: "tt0079739"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 4.0
vote_count: 5
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Portrait of a Stripper (1979) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/portrait-of-a-stripper-1979

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Portrait of a Stripper is a television movie released in the United States on October 2, 1979. Classified as a drama, the film has a runtime of one hour and forty minutes. The story follows a young widow who supports herself and her pre-teen son by working as a nightclub dancer. Complications arise when her workplace is transformed into a strip joint. Additionally, she discovers that her father-in-law is actively trying to prove that she is an unfit mother. The production details and credits are cataloged across database sources such as IMDb and The Movie Database.

## 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 | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John A. Alonzo
- **Networks / Studios**: Filmways Television, CBS

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lesley Ann Warren** as *Susie Hanson*
- **Edward Herrmann** as *Frank Andrews*
- **Vic Tayback** as *Harry Parkins*
- **Allan Miller** as *Mel*
- **Sheree North** as *Sally Evers*
- **Thomas Hill** as *Walt Sterling*
- **K.C. Martel** as *Mark Hanson*
- **Michael Cavanaugh** as *Steve Vector*
- **Udana Power** as *Jackie*
- **Louise Foley** as *Ruthie*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Portrait of a Stripper online?
Portrait of a Stripper 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 Portrait of a Stripper worth watching?
Portrait of a Stripper holds a community rating of 4.0/10 based on 5 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, TV Movie for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Portrait of a Stripper and when was it released?
Portrait of a Stripper is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 1979. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Portrait of a Stripper?
Portrait of a Stripper was directed by John A. Alonzo.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Portrait of a Stripper — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/246250)
- [Portrait of a Stripper (TV Movie 1979) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0079739/fullcredits/)
- [Portrait of a Stripper (1979) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/246250-portrait-of-a-stripper/cast)

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