Hikayat Shama

At a glance

Hikayat Shama, is a 2026 Moroccan series, directed by Sana Akroud, and starring Boutayna El Yaacoubi, Ahmed Ntama, Kamal Kadimi. running for 1 season.

Overview

Hikayat Shama is an Arabic drama series rooted in the rich oral storytelling tradition of the Arab world. The story centers on Shama, a resourceful young orphan left to manage her home and harvest while her father travels for the Hajj pilgrimage. When she is unjustly accused of fraud at the market, she defends herself before the governor with an eloquent tale that exposes the truth — and earns her freedom. Impressed by her wit and narrative gift, the tribal chief appoints her as an official storyteller in his council. But her rise to prominence ignites the jealousy of Jaafar, the chief's scheming assistant, who launches a calculated campaign to destroy her reputation. Shama must now navigate a world of intrigue and injustice armed with nothing but her intelligence and the power of storytelling.

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