The Promise

The Promise

In Seven days of legendary battles, ‘The Promise’ narrates the story of two notable Arabic historical figures: Al-Zanati Khalifa, the king besieged by betrayal and intrigue, and Abu Zaid Al-Hilali (Barakat), who is unaware of his origins and declares war on his father.

Languages:
Arabic
Year of production:
2024
Country of origin:
United Arab Emirates
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Episode 1

1. Episode 1

In Najd, Shiha seeks her disgraced father's help against Barakat. In Tunisia, King Al-Zanati faces a murder attempt from rivals.

Episode 2

2. Episode 2

Rizq duels Barakat in fierce swordplay, unaware of their connection. In Tunisia, Al-Zanati strengthens forces against rebels seeking a cunning ally.

Episode 3

3. Episode 3

Barakat, after wounding Rizk, faces betrayal from Knights of Bani Hilal. The Minister of Zenati (Al-Allam) seems complicit.

Episode 4

4. Episode 4

Khadra secretly reveals to Shiha that Barakat is Rizq bin Nayel's son. Saada and her aunt Wudad clash over marriage plans, while they both strive to control.

Episode 5

5. Episode 5

Rizk accuses daughter Shiha of treason for saving Barkat. In Tunisia, Al-Zanati imprisons his minister, Al-Allam, after revealing his betrayal.

Episode 6

6. Episode 6

Shiha admits to her father that Barakat is his son and the son of Khadra, who escaped Bani Hilal years ago. Al-Zanati employs Al-Allam to be a double agent, spying on his traitorous sister Widad.

Episode 7

7. Episode 7

Barakat's fury overrides the revealed blood ties with his father while Rizq bin Nayel's secret instills fear in Bani Hilal. Al-Zanati confronts Al-Allam, unleashing fury over his actions.

Episode 8

8. Episode 8

Father and son, Barakat & Rizq, clash as they finally confront each other with their shocking secret. Betrayal severs, as Al-Zanati confronts his daughter, torn between love and war. End of Season 1.