The (also known as Omar ) is a landmark 30-episode historical Arabic-language television miniseries that chronicles the epic life of Umar ibn al-Khattab , the second Caliph of Islam. Co-produced by the MBC Group and Qatar TV , the series made media history upon its release during Ramadan in 2012 as one of the most expensive and ambitious television productions ever created in the Arab world.
The Umar Series became a rare unifying cultural product across Sunni-majority nations. It was subtitled into Urdu, Malay, English, and French. In Indonesia, it broke viewing records on ANTV. The series contributed to a revival of interest in Islamic history, spawning companion books, board games, and even a theatrical film (unproduced). umar series
Despite scholarly approval, several conservative Sunni groups condemned the series: The (also known as Omar ) is a
Audiences frequently drew parallels between Umar’s leadership and contemporary Arab politics: It was subtitled into Urdu, Malay, English, and French