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Fates (1978): cast, story & where to watch

1978 · Series · ★ 9

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Released in 1978, Fates is a drama series.

What it’s about. "Al-Aqdar" (Fate) is a 1978 Kuwaiti drama that follows Khalifa, a man torn between tradition and change as he considers a second marriage to fulfill his dream of fatherhood. Set amid Kuwait's transformation following the oil boom, the series explores family conflicts and the impact of modernization on personal and generational values.

Who’s in it. Fates stars Saad Al-Faraj as خليفه الدهان, AbdulHusain AbdulRedha as حمود الطواش, Abdelaziz Al-Nemash as منيره الطواش and Khalid Al-Obaid as بن شطان, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Fates 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 Fates page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fates tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Fates (1978)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Fates worth watching?
Fates holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Fates?
Fates stars Saad Al-Faraj, AbdulHusain AbdulRedha, Abdelaziz Al-Nemash, Khalid Al-Obaid and Ghanem Al-Saleh.
When was Fates released?
Fates was released in 1978.