

True Stories
1986, English. Directed by David Byrne.
A Completely Cool, Multi-Purpose Movie.
A small but growing Texas town, filled with strange and musical characters, celebrates its sesquicentennial and converge on a local parade and talent show.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 153 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch True Stories
True Stories isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- David ByrneDirector
- David ByrneNarrator / Lip-Syncher
- John GoodmanLouis Fyne
- Annie McEnroeKay Culver
- Jo Harvey AllenThe Lying Woman
- Spalding GrayEarl Culver
- Alix EliasThe Cute Woman
- Roebuck 'Pops' StaplesMr. Tucker
- Tito LarrivaRamon
- John IngleThe Preacher
- Matthew PoseyThe Computer Guy
- Swoosie KurtzThe Lazy Woman
- Amy BuffingtonLinda Culver
Details
- Released
- 10 October 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Stephen Tobolowsky, David Byrne, Beth Henley
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True Stories: quick answers
Is True Stories worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 153 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is True Stories?
True Stories runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does True Stories have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for True Stories. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
True Stories parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
True Stories is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is True Stories on?
True Stories isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like True Stories?
If you liked True Stories, try Wayne's World, Rock 'n' Roll High School, Josie and the Pussycats.
Who directed True Stories?
True Stories (1986) was directed by David Byrne and stars David Byrne, John Goodman, Annie McEnroe.