Layali El-Helmeya (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Series · ★ 8.1
Released in 1987, Layali El-Helmeya is a drama series.
What it’s about. A sweeping saga spanning Egyptian history from the era of King Farouk to the early 21st century, Al Helmeya Nights centres on the bitter rivalry between the Al-Badri and Ghanem families in Cairo's Helmeya neighbourhood. Driven by revenge, ambition, and shifting power, the series — written by Osama Anwar Okasha with over 300 actors across six seasons — is widely considered one of the greatest achievements in Arab television drama.
Who’s in it. Layali El-Helmeya stars Safia ElEmary as Nazik El-Selehdar, Yehia El Fakharany as Selim El-Badry, Hesham Selim as Adel Selim El-Badry and Hanan Shawqi as Qamar Zenhom El-Samahy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, Layali El-Helmeya 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 Layali El-Helmeya page.
If you liked it. Fans of Layali El-Helmeya tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Layali El-Helmeya (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Layali El-Helmeya change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Layali El-Helmeya worth watching?
- Layali El-Helmeya holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Layali El-Helmeya?
- Layali El-Helmeya stars Safia ElEmary, Yehia El Fakharany, Hesham Selim, Hanan Shawqi and Salah El-Saadany.
- When was Layali El-Helmeya released?
- Layali El-Helmeya was released in 1987.