Netflix is set to launch its first Arabic series, Jinn, next year. The series will seemingly be aimed in order to boost the company’s market in the Middle East.
Jinn is a six-episode supernatural thriller that revolves around teenagers who discover a genie in the ancient Jordanian city of Petra. Their friendships and young romances are tested when the spirit known as the Jinn takes the form of a teenage boy that appears to them.
“I love that Netflix is investing a lot in the region, it’s a real turning point,” said Bassel Ghandour, the Jordanian screenwriter for the series. “We have such a rich storytelling culture, and we’ll finally be able to enjoy Arabic content with Netflix quality,” he added.
Erik Barmack, VP of International Original Series at Netflix revealed that the company is “delighted to be working with such a variety of breakout talent to launch our first Arabic original series in the Middle East… We are extremely excited to bring this story to a global audience and to celebrate Arab youth and culture. We can’t wait to share more details later this year.”
