Lost village (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Series · ★ 10

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Released in 2008, Lost village is a comedy and family series.

What it’s about. Tucked away in the Syrian mountains, the fictional village of Umm al-Tanafs al-Fawqa has been completely bypassed by modern technology — and its simple, warm-hearted residents have no idea what they're missing. Each episode follows their hilarious attempts to navigate life's big and small dramas with nothing but common sense, stubbornness and each other. A gentle, sharp satire that uses village innocence as a mirror for modern society's complications — described by many viewers as the greatest Arab comedy ever made.

Who’s in it. Lost village stars Bassem Yakhour as جودة أبو خميس, Nedal Sejari as أسعد خشروف, Tolay Haroon as ديبة and Zuhair Ramadan as عبد السلام البيسة, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Lost village sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lost village page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lost village tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lost village (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lost village change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Lost village worth watching?
Lost village holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Lost village?
Lost village stars Bassem Yakhour, Nedal Sejari, Tolay Haroon, Zuhair Ramadan and Ghada Bashour.
When was Lost village released?
Lost village was released in 2008.