Netflix’s content features shows and movies from all over the world from a variety of different genres. The expansion into new territory continues with a new series straight from Egypt.
The streaming service announced that they have ordered the series Paranormal, based on the Egyptian novel series of the same name. Combining several different genres, the series follows haematologist Dr. Refaat Ismail and his adventures dealing with the supernatural.
The series has been very well received and sold more than 15 million copies in the Arab world. The late author, Ahmed Khaled Tawfik, was the first contemporary horror and sci-fi in the Arab world to author more than 200 books.
This will be the first production between Netflix and Egyptian producers. The series will be produced by famed Egyptian produced Mohamed Hefzy and directed by Amr Salama. In an interview with Deadline, Salama said Paranormal is one of his favorite series.
“I’m very excited about this project, It was my dream to adapt Paranormal of the late author Ahmed Khaled Tawfik and turn it into a drama since I ever wanted to be a filmmaker. I’m proud to present the books in a new light while still keeping the essence of Paranormal. I can’t wait to introduce these exciting stories to the Netflix public in 190 countries around the world.”
No word yet on cast news or filming dates.
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