

Six beloved African folktales are boldly reimagined in this multilingual anthology series exploring themes of grief, love, and mysticism.
TV-MA • Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy • Series • 2023 • 1 season
Created by: Loukman Ali

S1 E1 - Katera of the Punishment Island
Abandoned on an island, a woman grieving the loss of her baby exacts revenge on the powerful man who put her there. From Ugandan director Loukman Ali.
Mar 29, 2023 • 28m

S1 E2 - Halima's Choice
Forced into an arranged marriage, Halima turns to a stranger - and the virtual world of Napata - for help. From Nigerian director Korede Azeez.
Mar 29, 2023 • 24m

S1 E3 - Anyango and the Ogre
Three children and their mother seek solace in a folktale as they attempt to escape an abusive father. From Kenyan director Voline Ogutu.
Mar 29, 2023 • 18m

S1 E4 - Enmity Djinn
An elderly woman is forced to confront a malevolent djinn that once haunted her past. From Mauritanian director Mohamed Echkouna.
Mar 29, 2023 • 19m

S1 E5 - Katope
A young girl born at the onset of a drought encounters a mysterious rain bird. From Tanzanian director Walt Mzengi.
Mar 29, 2023 • 14m

S1 E6 - MaMlambo
A mystical river being, Uma'Mlambo, watches over troubled women. From South African director Gcobisa Yako.
Mar 29, 2023 • 21m
African Folktales Reimagined
Six beloved African folktales are boldly reimagined in this multilingual anthology series exploring themes of grief, love, and mysticism.
TV-MA • Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy • TV Series • 2023