Souq El Kanto

At a glance

Souq El Kanto, is a 2023 Egyptian series, and starring Amir Karara, Mai Ezz ElDein, Fathy Abdel Wahab, running for 1 season. Content rating: TV-G.

Overview

Souq El Kanto is an Egyptian historical drama set in the vibrant Kanto marketplace during the 1950s. The series follows the young patriot Taha, who fights against British occupation and is forced underground, finding refuge in the bustling market where he eventually rises to become one of its most prominent merchants. Weaving together the lives of traders, families, and rivals — including Taha's own clan — the series paints a rich portrait of Egyptian society at a crossroads of resistance, commerce, and social ambition.

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