Abu El-Hana's Dreams
“All he wants is a little happiness. Is that too much to ask?”
The series deals with the life of the simple man, Abu Al-Hana, who is constantly exposed to unenviable situations, and grows when he begins to search for solutions to them, for he is a simple and kind-hearted person, but he has self-confidence that makes his wife Umm al-Khair always obey him, and he is a ninth-degree employee in a government department.
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Across 30 standalone episodes, Abu Al-Hana navigates the everyday chaos of work, marriage, family, and neighborhood life. Whether he's dealing with an unreasonable boss, trying to stretch his paycheck, or getting caught up in his neighbors' problems, his attempts to make life a little easier rarely go according to plan. Each misadventure offers a humorous glimpse into the struggles and absurdities of everyday life in Syria.
- Ep 1
1.Live on the Air
21-01-1996While shopping for an expensive gift for a relative in Australia, Abu Al-Hana and his wife, Umm Al-Khair, unexpectedly find themselves approached for a live television interview. W...
- Ep 2
2.TV Contests
22-01-1996Umm Al-Khair wants a new refrigerator, but Abu Al-Hana's wallet has other plans. When his mother tells him about a television contest offering household appliances as prizes, he se...
- Ep 3
3.Wrongful Termination
23-01-1996Abu Al-Hana's habit of showing up late and disappearing from his desk catches the attention of his boss, Manaf. Yet somehow, he keeps getting away with it, leaving Manaf wondering...
- Ep 4
4.A Little Pain
24-01-1996A minor health complaint sends Abu Al-Hana to the doctor, where he's told there's something wrong with his spine. What should be a straightforward medical visit takes an increasing...
- Ep 5
5.Prohibited Goods
25-01-1996After undergoing heart surgery abroad, Abu Al-Hana's mother is finally on her way home with a medical device implanted in her heart. But their return takes a ridiculous turn when a...
- Ep 6
6.Family Picnic
26-01-1996Abu Al-Hana heads into the countryside with Umm Al-Khair, his mother-in-law, and their friends Ismail and Zuhour for a day of fresh air and relaxation. But with this particular gro...
- Ep 7
7.A Rare Find
27-01-1996When Umm Al-Khair asks Abu Al-Hana to buy some bananas, he refuses to pay their outrageous price. As the cost of the fruit becomes a public controversy, a simple grocery purchase t...
- Ep 8
8.A Plate of Fava Beans
28-01-1996When Ismail tells Abu Al-Hana how buying their boss a cheap meal earned him special treatment at work, Abu Al-Hana begins to wonder whether getting ahead might be easier than he th...
- Ep 9
9.A Courtesy Visit
29-01-1996When Manaf is hospitalized after suffering a stroke, Ismail organizes a visit with their coworkers but leaves Abu Al-Hana out. Not wanting to appear inconsiderate, Abu Al-Hana deci...
- Ep 10
10.The Friendly Neighbors
30-01-1996Hoping to get better acquainted with the people in his apartment building, Abu Al-Hana invites his neighbors over for a friendly gathering. Unfortunately, everyone seems to have a...
- Ep 11
11.A Hot Night
31-01-1996When a dancer moves into Abu Al-Hana's apartment building, her loud rehearsals quickly become a headache for the neighbors. Fed up with the constant noise, Abu Al-Hana joins the re...
- Ep 12
12.A Piece of Embroidery Canvas
01-02-1996When his mother's telephone service gets disconnected over an unpaid bill, Abu Al-Hana heads to the telephone office to straighten things out. But dealing with government employees...
- Ep 13
13.Luxury Tax
02-02-1996Ismail tells Abu Al-Hana about a lavish wedding involving someone close to their boss and encourages him to bring Umm Al-Khair along. The promise of an extravagant feast is more th...
- Ep 14
14.The Idiot Box
03-02-1996After receiving a large payout from his workplace savings pool, Abu Al-Hana decides to treat himself to a VCR. But Ismail convinces him to buy a satellite receiver instead, opening...
- Ep 15
15.A Headache
04-02-1996Abu Al-Hana wakes up with a terrible headache and takes some medicine from his mother. But his ordinary morning takes an extraordinary turn when he suddenly discovers that he can r...
- Ep 16
16.Mr. Suzuki
05-02-1996Manaf assigns Abu Al-Hana and Ismail the important task of welcoming a visiting Japanese guest. Eager to impress their boss, the two set out to handle the arrangements, but figurin...
- Ep 17
17.The Eid Sheep
06-02-1996After dreaming that her late husband appeared with a sheep, Abu Al-Hana's mother insists that her son bring one home for Eid. Determined to honor her wishes, Abu Al-Hana sets out t...
- Ep 18
18.A Wristwatch
07-02-1996Abu Al-Hana takes a liking to one of the wristwatches his coworker Ismail has and manages to get one for himself. But when Umm Al-Khair notices her husband's new accessory, she dec...
- Ep 19
19.A Media Campaign
08-02-1996A moment of anger gets Abu Al-Hana into trouble when he kicks a cat, unaware that two bystanders are recording the incident. As word of his behavior spreads, he finds himself facin...
- Ep 20
20.Miss Baria
09-02-1996Tired of his ordinary job and modest lifestyle, Abu Al-Hana dreams of becoming the head of his department, with an entire staff at his command. In his imagination, he's finally the...
- Ep 21
21.A Relaxing Getaway
10-02-1996Umm Al-Khair wants to escape the daily routine with a relaxing vacation by the sea. With money already tight, Abu Al-Hana turns to Ismail for help arranging a workplace savings poo...
- Ep 22
22.A Pay Raise
11-02-1996Abu Al-Hana couldn't be happier when he learns he's getting a raise. Eager to share the good news with Umm Al-Khair, he starts looking forward to a little extra breathing room in t...
- Ep 23
23.A Long Day
12-02-1996Abu Al-Hana attends a campaign rally for a candidate running for Syria's People's Assembly. As the politician tries to win over the crowd with ambitious promises and grand plans fo...
- Ep 24
24.Madam Ilham
13-02-1996A new coworker at Umm Al-Khair's office boasts about how her husband takes care of everything, from shopping to household chores. Impressed by what she hears, Umm Al-Khair begins t...
- Ep 25
25.State of Emergency
14-02-1996The residents of Abu Al-Hana's apartment building are called to an emergency meeting to discuss safety and security concerns. Among the proposed improvements are a new lock for the...
- Ep 26
26.A Silent Extra
15-02-1996Abu Al-Hana gets a chance to appear in a television series as a background extra, a job that requires him to do little more than stay quiet and follow directions. Unfortunately, hi...
- Ep 27
27.The Minister
16-02-1996With a government minister scheduled to visit their department, Abu Al-Hana and his coworkers scramble to make sure everything is in perfect order. Determined to impress their dist...
- Ep 28
28.An Open Invitation
17-02-1996When Ismail and his wife, Zuhour, have a falling-out, Abu Al-Hana steps in to help them patch things up. But what begins as an attempt to settle a marital dispute becomes more comp...
- Ep 29
29.Eid Eve
18-02-1996With Eid just around the corner, Abu Al-Hana and Umm Al-Khair head out to shop for holiday supplies and traditional sweets. But soaring prices put a strain on their budget, forcing...
- Ep 30
30.Pulling a Tooth
19-02-1996As neighbors and acquaintances turn to Abu Al-Hana for favors and help with their personal problems, a painful toothache adds to his troubles. With everyone demanding his attention...
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