Eight-Star Family
1998 · 27 episodes
Afra is a domineering, money-hungry mother who runs her household with an iron fist, much to the frustration of her mild-mannered husband, Ribal, and their three daughters, Maysoun, Haifa, and Naziha. Determined to climb the social ladder, Afra sees her daughters' marriages as opportunities to gain wealth, influence, and prestige. When Maysoun becomes involved with Nabil, a principled young engineer from a wealthy family, Afra's ambitions reach new heights. But her relentless pursuit of money and status creates constant clashes, family tensions, and a series of outrageous comedic situations.
Episodes
- 1
1. A Done Deal
19 Dec 1998
Maysoun's father refuses to approve her marriage to Nabil, prompting the couple to devise a plan to win over their families. But a bitter disagreement between their fathers threatens to turn their relationship into a full-blown family feud.
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2. A Black Mark
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After being arrested on suspicion of theft, Ajjaj discovers that clearing his name is easier said than done. His damaged reputation follows him everywhere, and repeated visits to police stations for suspect lineups make it nearly impossible to return to normal life.
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3. All Freshened Up
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When an old friend asks Ribal to help his son find work, Ribal turns to his son-in-law Nadim for a favor. Nadim refuses to get involved, but Afra has other ideas and threatens to throw him out of the family home unless he changes his mind.
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4. Guests of Honor
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Nabil lands a job at a wildlife reserve, giving him a promising new career opportunity. Unfortunately, Ribal and the rest of the family see his position as a chance to secure special favors, putting Nabil in an awkward position with his relatives.
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5. Going Vertical
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Nabil proposes an ambitious urban redevelopment project involving the demolition of unauthorized buildings and the construction of new apartments for affected homeowners. But Ajjaj takes a suspicious interest in the compensation program, seeing an opportunity to benefit from the project himself.
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6. Ajjaj Goes Nuts
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Ajjaj begins behaving increasingly erratically, leaving Haifa deeply concerned about his condition. She turns to her family for help, but their attempts to deal with his bizarre behavior create even more confusion, with Ribal soon caught up in the turmoil.
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7. Necessity Is the Mother of Invention
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When Abu Ghusn offers to sell his shop, Ribal and Afra begin planning a new family business. Their ambitious idea is to turn the property into a chicken restaurant, but transforming an ordinary shop into a profitable dining establishment proves far more complicated than expected.
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8. Suspicious Mail
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Ajjaj intercepts a letter addressed to Haifa while she is away, and its contents make him question her faithfulness. When Haifa later receives a letter intended for Ajjaj, she begins having suspicions of her own. Soon, both spouses are convinced that the other is hiding something.
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9. Hit the Gas!
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Afra decides to buy a minibus and become a professional driver, much to her family's embarrassment. Worried about their reputation, her relatives try to discourage her, but Afra is determined to prove that women are just as capable as men of doing the job.
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10. Certificates of Appreciation
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Frustrated by piles of garbage dumped outside their home, Afra and Ribal's family files a complaint with local authorities. A neighborhood cleanup initiative promises to address the problem, but Afra's outspoken involvement threatens to complicate the campaign.
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11. The Snowball Effect
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Ajjaj asks Nabil for a loan to buy a new pair of shoes, while Abu Ghusn approaches Afra to borrow money of his own. Neither prospective lender is eager to part with their cash, leading to an increasingly ridiculous game of avoidance and excuses.
12. Scapegoat
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Haifa finds herself dealing with unwanted attention from a man named Adham, who continues pursuing her despite knowing she is married. Concerned by his behavior, the family decides to approach Adham's father in hopes of putting an end to the situation.
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13. One Person's Loss Is Another's Gain
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Maysoun gets an opportunity to work at Dr. Wasif's clinic, and her relatives immediately begin imagining how they might benefit from her new position. But with competition for the job and everyone's expectations running high, the family's plans may be getting ahead of themselves.
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14. Pickles
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When Afra falls ill, a doctor suggests that she might be pregnant. The possibility of a new sibling sends Maysoun and the rest of the family into a panic, especially when they begin wondering how another child might affect their inheritance of the family properties.
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15. The Golden Fish
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Maysoun and Nabil make an extraordinary discovery when they find gold inside a fish. Convinced that more treasure might be waiting for them, the family begins gathering money to buy every fish at the restaurant. But their unusual shopping spree soon attracts unwanted attention.
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16. Wanted
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Afra's family finds itself under threat from a group of dangerous criminals, leaving everyone worried about the safety of their home. As Abu Ghusn investigates the mysterious threats, he begins uncovering a possible connection to the buildings scheduled for demolition under Nabil's redevelopment project.
- 17
17. A Doctor at Any Cost
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After making her way through medical school by cheating, Maysoun opens a private clinic despite her questionable qualifications. As patients begin arriving for treatment, her lack of medical knowledge turns routine consultations into potentially disastrous situations.
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18. The Black Briefcase
Date TBA
When a customer leaves a black bag behind at the family restaurant, Ribal insists on keeping it safe until its rightful owner returns. Afra, however, is determined to discover what's inside. As time passes without any sign of the mysterious customer, the disagreement over the bag grows increasingly absurd.
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19. A Pushover
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Nadim grows tired of living with Nazeeha's family and begins pushing for a home of their own, leading to tension between the couple. Meanwhile, he sets his sights on replacing his manager at work, hoping that a promotion will finally give him the independence he wants.
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20. A Message from Underwater
Date TBA
Feeling disrespected by his children and convinced that Afra no longer loves him, Ribal decides to leave the family home and stay with Abu Shihab. He begins sending letters to his relatives, hoping his absence will make them realize how much he means to them.
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21. Circle of Fear
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Abu Ghusn begins searching for Ajjaj after he is accused of committing a crime. Terrified of being arrested, Ajjaj hides inside the family home, leaving his relatives caught between protecting him and dealing with the authorities.
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22. Plans Gone Wrong
Date TBA
Ajjaj devises a scheme to sneak into Afra and Ribal's bedroom and steal from them, but carrying out the plan proves more difficult than expected. Meanwhile, Maysoun comes up with a similar scheme targeting Ajjaj and Haifa, setting off another round of household deception and confusion.
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23. The Deal of a Lifetime
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Abu Shihab introduces Nabil to what appears to be an extraordinary business opportunity: managing a major engineering project for a wealthy investor. Eager to advance his career and secure a lucrative contract, Nabil becomes involved in an arrangement that may be too good to be true.
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24. Strange Phenomena
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Afra dreams of the winning numbers in a New Year's prize drawing and becomes convinced that she has discovered the secret to a fortune. Determined to turn her dream into reality, she buys a ticket with the exact numbers, while Ajjaj raises an important question about the timing of the drawing.
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25. A Shower of Dollars
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Afra and Ribal persuade Abu Ghusn to sell his apartment in a government housing development, hoping to earn a generous commission from the deal. But their plans become increasingly complicated as questions arise about the property and the rules governing its sale.
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26. The Prodigal Son Returns
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Nabil uses his connections with Nadim and Abu Ghusn to gain an unfair advantage in public bids and contracts. As their questionable business arrangements become more ambitious, the three men risk attracting the attention of authorities investigating irregularities in the bidding process.
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27. End of the Line
Date TBA
Nabil's father proposes investing in the family's restaurant in exchange for a two-thirds ownership stake for one year. But disagreements over the arrangement quickly threaten the relationship between the two families, placing Nabil and Maysoun's marriage under increasing pressure.
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Eight-Star Family of Family Stars has 27 episodes.
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Eight-Star Family premiered on 19 Dec 1998.