📺🌙 Mosalsalat Ramadan have become woven into the fabric of the holy month — and with dozens of shows at your disposal, it becomes a challenge to select and savor. If the promo blitzes on billboards and social media have been overwhelming you, fret no more — we’ve curated the most promising picks this year.

For when you need a laugh

You can’t spell Egyptian TV without comedy, and what better way to wind down from a hard day’s work and a 10-hour fast than with some laughs?

#1- Fakhr El Delta: Social media star Ahmed Ramzy gets his first acting gig starring in director Hady Bassiony’s comedy series Fakhr El Delta. The light-hearted 30-episode comedy is set in a Delta town where the main character dreams of working in an advertising agency. With supporting actors Entissar, Tara Abboud, Mohamed Mahmoud, and Kamal Abu Rayyah, the show promises merriment.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will stream on Watch It. You can check out the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 2:17).

#2- Kan Yama Kan: Comedy veteran Maged El-Kedwany leads this 15-episode comedy alongside Yousra El Lozy, Arefa Abdul Rassoul, and Hazem Ragheb. True to his beloved, family-focused dramas, Kan Yama Kan sounds like a feel-good Ramadan watch — a heartfelt story with just enough comedy to keep things light.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will stream on CBC and Yango Play. You can watch this snippet on YouTube (watch, runtime: 0:21).


#3- El Maitre Samir: Karim Mahmoud Abdelaziz plays a struggling lawyer named Samir who finds himself facing a series of bizarre court cases. Light-hearted humor and touching moments make up the 15-episode show, with a supporting cast featuring Mohamed Abdelrahman, Nahed El Sebai, and Mohamed Outaka adding to the charm.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show is streaming on MBC Masr and MBC Shahid. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 1:00).

For a suspenseful thrill

A good story often thrives on some tension, and sometimes drama needs a touch of suspense. When the month starts feeling a little repetitive, an on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller can shake things up, even if just for an hour.

#1- Ein Sehreya: For this Ramadan thriller, industry veteran Bassem Samra and rising actor Essam Omar join forces in a suspenseful story of crime, surveillance, and personal struggle. The 15-episode show is shaping up to be a memorable one, and we wouldn’t expect any less from Samra and Omar.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show is streaming on ON TV and Yango Play. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 0:40).

#2- Manaa’a: Star Hend Sabry changes things up, depicting a bold anti-heroine in a gripping thriller where a family empire is threatened by a mole within their circle. Packed into 15 episodes, expect high-stakes action and intense drama bolstered by Khaled Selim, Ahmed Khaled Saleh, Maha Nassar, and Mohamed Ali Rizk.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will stream on Watch It. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 2:07).

#3- Tawabea: Riham Hagag takes on an intense role in an emotionally charged drama about social media, rivalry, conflict, and personal truth. Asmaa Abu El Yazeed, Mohamed Alaa, Anoushka, and Hani Adel all co-star in this emotional thriller, neatly wrapped in 15 episodes.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will air on DMC, CBC, and Watch It. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 1:08).

#4- Regal Al Dhel: Amaleyat Ras Al Afaa: The big kahuna of this season’s thrillers stars Amir Karara in an action-heavy, police-themed 30-episode series. The show packs high-stakes drama and intelligence operations with a supporting cast including Sherif Mounir, Magda Zaki, Ahmed Ghozzi, Caroline Azmy, and Mourad Makram.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will stream on Watch It. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 2:03).

For the adrenaline rush

Action is a crowd-favorite for a reason, so why not tune into a high-energy watch while waiting for iftar?

#1- Fan El Harb: Starting strong on our list is the highly anticipated 30-episode action series led by Youssef El-Sherif. Shery Adel, Reem Mustafa, Islam Ibrahim, Donia Sami, and Mohammad Gomaa round out the cast of this fun and witty, sequence-packed story, which dives into the art of modern warfare and cyber attacks. If you’re after a light, exciting watch, this one’s a definite top pick.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will air on CBC, ON E, and Watch It. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 2:01).

#2- El King: Mohamed Emam and action? A classic combo. Backed by a strong supporting cast, Hanan Motawie, Mostafa Khater, Merna Gamel, Amr Abdel Gelil, and Bassant Shawky join in on another promising, intense, clear-cut, action-heavy show for a month of viewing pleasure.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will stream on MBC Masr, MBC Masr 2, and MBC Shahid. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 1:10).

#3- El Masyada: Hanan Motawie stars in a second action comedy this season alongside Khaled Selim and Salwa Khattab. Another tech- and hacking-related premise, but nonetheless a promising storyline wrapped in 15 episodes.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will stream on Al Nahar TV and El Mehwar TV. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 0:34).

For all the feels

Drama shows during the holy month are always a standout, and this season has no shortage of heart-string pullers, tear jerkers, and emotional rollercoasters.

#1- Sawa Sawa: It-actors Ahmed Malek and Huda El Mufti team up in this eagerly awaited social drama, centering on youth struggles and modern relationships against the backdrop of socioeconomic pressures. This one is sure to dominate social media this season.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will stream on MBC Shahid. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 1:57).

#2- Sohab Al Ard: A historical drama stands out among the season’s TV roster. Led by top actors Eyad Nassar and Menna Shalaby, this 15-episode series takes a serious look at the Palestinian cause. Brace yourself, we anticipate a heavy watch.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will stream on ON E and Watch It. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 1:59).

#3- Ab W Laken: Mohamed Farag leads this wholesome drama about fatherhood, custody struggles, and the psychological impact of divorce on children. The 15-episode series also stars Rakeen Saad, Hagar Ahmed, Salwa Othman, and Bassma Dawoud.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show is streaming on CBC and Watch It. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 1:57).

#4- Efrag: Another promising social drama that involves crime and family. With protagonists played by Amr Saad, Tara Emad, Hatem Salah, and Samaa Ibrahim, the 30-episode series is based on a true story and promises quite a lot of drama.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show will air on MBC Masr, MBC 1, and MBC Shahid. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 2:20).

#5- Aly Clay: Ahmed El Awady and drama go hand in hand, and this season, the star actor delivers yet another action-packed 30-episode drama in a Rocky-style leading role. Dorra Zarrouk, Tarek El-Dessouki, and Mahmoud El-Bezzawy star alongside El Awady.

WHERE TO WATCH- The show is streaming on Watch It. You can watch the trailer on YouTube (watch, runtime: 2:36).

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