From big to small screens, Arab productions have been going from strength to strength in recent years, with the renaissance of homegrown Arab productions proving that we are still a force to be reckoned with. 2023 saw shows like Safah El Giza— a true crime miniseries centered around the life of Gaddafi Farag, a notorious serial killer, and fraudster responsible for the death of four innocent people between 2015 and 2017— the second season of Netflix’s reality series Dubai Bling, and Kuwait’s The Exchange, making waves across the region. Honestly, it’s hard to imagine how next year will top this lineup. Fortunately, 2024 is set to be a bumper year for television and we’re here to provide you with the titles we’re most excited about in the new year.
From hard-hitting dramas to supernatural thrillers, below the Arabic tv shows and films to look forwards to in 2024.
‘From the Ashes’ (film)
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Release date: Jan. 18, 2024
Starring: Shaima AlTayeb, Khairyeh Abu Laban, Adwa Fahad, Darin AlBayed, and Aesha AlRefai
Netflix Synopsis: “Set within the campus of an all-girls’ school, From the Ashes unravels a story of a seemingly normal school day that ends in an unthinkable disaster when a mysterious fire erupts in the school’s basement. Chaos, panic and confusion ensue as students and teachers are faced with impossible choices. The must-see fictional film is inspired by real events, when a fire erupted in an all girls-school, resulting in an unfortunate event…”
‘Hala Khassa’ (series)
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Release date: Jan. 3, 2024
Starring: Taha Dessouky, Ghada Adel, Ahmed Tarek, Hagar El Sarrag
WatchIt Synopsis: “Nadeem’s journey, full of challenges, was never easy. Despite exploitation, his character and pure heart consistently rescue him.”
‘El Hareefa’ (film)
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Release date: Jan. 4, 2024
Starring: Nour El-Nabawy, Bayoumi Fouad, Nour Ehab, Ahmed Ghozzi, Kozbara
El Cinema Synopsis: “Circumstances force Majed to leave his comfortable life and move from his private school to a public school. Over time, he gains the respect of his classmates because of his excellent football skills and joins the school team in a competition, hoping to win a grand prize.”
‘HWJN’ (film)
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Release date: Jan. 4, 2024
Starring: Baraa Alem, Naif Aldaferi, Nour Alkhadra, Alanoud Saud
IMDB Synopsis: “In a world where Jinn are forced to live amongst humans, Hwjn and his family have their lives turned upside-down when a human family moves into their home. Forbidden from interacting by ancient laws, Hwjn becomes fascinated with the family and unwittingly falls in love with the human girl. Hwjn must navigate his life between the two worlds, whilst also discovering his royal lineage.”
‘Fever Dream’ (film)
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Release date: N/A
Starring: Njm, Sohayb Godus, Hakim Jomah, Fatima Albanawi
Synopsis: “A retired football star, notorious and oppressed by the media, cooperates with his daughter in an opportunity to take revenge on the social media portal. The more they dive into the dream of fame and stardom, the greater their involvement.”
‘El Eskandarany’ (film)
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Release date: Jan. 4, 2024
Starring: Ahmad AlAwady, Hussein Fahmy, Rehab Al Jamal
El Cinema Synopsis: “Set in the heart of Alexandria, where Bakr El Eskandrany goes through many conflicts with his father, cousin, and lover. He decides to travel abroad in search of a new life, and when he returns after realizing himself, conflicts haunt him again.”
‘AlRawabi School For Girls’: Season 2 (series)
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Release Date: N/A
Starring: Noor Taher, Joanna Arida, Andria Tayeh, Yara Mustafa
Netflix Synopsis: “AlRawabi School for Girls is a Jordanian drama miniseries created by Tima Shomali and Shirin Kamal. The series follows a trio of students at a private, all-girls school in Amman, Jordan as they plan revenge on their school’s equivalent of Mean Girls. In exploring the effects of bullying, sexism, homophobia, patriarchy, and sexual assault on young women, the series breaks new ground for Jordanian entertainment.”
‘Finding Ola’: Season 2 (series)
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Release Date: N/A
Starring: Hend Sabry, Hany Adel, Sawsan Badr
Netflix Synopsis: “After a life-altering event, Ola embarks on a journey of self-discovery while dealing with the challenges of raising two children and making ends meet.”
