Find out what this series is about that will have you tied to the screen from start to finish; The details in the note.
Have you already finished watching a series and don’t know what to watch next? We bring you the solution to the problem. If you like short series and horror, this saga is undoubtedly tailored for you. Paranormal, an Egyptian production released four years ago, is presented as a great possibility if you are fascinated by drama, suspense and, logically, terror.
Paranormalbased on the best-selling Arab horror saga by author Ahmed Khaled Tawfik, debuted on Netflix in 2020 and quickly became a phenomenon in Egypt.
Paranormal not only captured attention for being the first original Egyptian series on Netflixbut also because several generations of readers grew up with Tawfik’s paperback novels, which combined horror and science fiction.
Created by Amr Salama, the adaptation of these iconic stories from page to screen attracted a wide audience, catapulting the series to the top of the most watched lists in Egypt and the world when it only came out back in 2020.
What is it about Paranormal, Egyptian Netflix miniseries
The series, set in the 1960s, follows the adventures of Dr. Refaat Ismail, a cynical hematologist who finds himself drawn into a world of supernatural events. Starring the talented Ahmed Amin in the lead role, the story begins in 1969, when Refaat enters his 40s and his firm scientific convictions begin to shake due to paranormal experiences.
One of the key characters in the plot is Maggie, Refaat’s old love, who returns from Scotland. Despite the tensions of her past, Refaat invites her to her birthday party. However, the celebration takes a disturbing turn with the appearance of a ghost, triggering a series of events that intensify the mystery and suspense of the series.
Trailer for Paranormal, Egyptian Netflix miniseries
Cast of Paranormal, Egyptian Netflix miniseries
- Ahmed Amin
- Razane Jammal
- Ayah Samaha
- Samaa Ibrahem
- Roshdy El Shamy
- Reem Abd El Kader
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