Egypt's deadliest counter-terror operation — and they filmed the actual soldiers.
Season 1 • Episode 20
LatestThe series revolves around real facts, represented by the 101 Battalion's valor in confronting the takfiri and terrorist organizations in North Sinai. The story begins on January 28, 2018, when the takfiris attacked an important military site in the city of Arish in North Sinai.
Practical Effects
Filmed with real Battalion 101 veterans as consultants.
Direction
Salama's documentary-style combat staging.
Acting
Asser Yassin's exhausted, hollow-eyed command presence.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Filming was delayed twice after actual ISIS threats against the production crew in Sinai.
First Egyptian drama to depict the 2018 Arish attack; state TV initially refused to fund it.
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