Return of Ghawar (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 1998, Return of Ghawar is a comedy and drama series.
What it’s about. The Arab world's most beloved rogue is back. In this long-awaited return, Duraid Lahham resurrects his iconic Ghawar Tawasha — this time wrongly accused of murdering his wife and thrown behind bars for decades. Upon his release, he walks into a Syria grappling with the harsh economic realities of the nineties, determined to find his daughter and prove his innocence. Equal parts comedy and drama, it's warm, funny, and quietly heartbreaking — a homecoming worth waiting for.
Who’s in it. Return of Ghawar stars Duraid Lahham as Ghawar, Naji Jabr as Abu Antar, Hosam Tahseeine Bek as Tahsen Beek and Esam Abjy as أبو العز بيك, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Return of Ghawar 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 Return of Ghawar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Return of Ghawar tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Return of Ghawar (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Return of Ghawar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Return of Ghawar worth watching?
- Return of Ghawar holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Return of Ghawar?
- Return of Ghawar stars Duraid Lahham, Naji Jabr, Hosam Tahseeine Bek, Esam Abjy and Hassan Dakkak.
- When was Return of Ghawar released?
- Return of Ghawar was released in 1998.