Season 1

In the heart of 1980s Kuwait, a middle-class family faces quiet but mounting pressures behind closed doors. As everyday events spiral into deeper emotional challenges, parents and children alike struggle to protect their bonds in a home caught between tradition and change.

1. 1. The Crutch

   1980-10-01

   A family accident sparks tension at home, revealing unspoken frustrations and emotional distance among its members.

2. 2. The Watchful Eye

   1980-10-08

   A father’s concern over his children’s behavior grows, as troubling signs begin to surface in both home and school.

3. 3. The Project

   1980-10-15

   A new business venture pulls one parent away from the family, leaving the burden of responsibility to grow heavier at home.

4. 4. The Secretary

   1980-10-22

   Lingering doubts and long hours at work begin to erode the trust between husband and wife.

5. 5. The Return

   1980-10-29

   Domestic disagreements deepen, casting a shadow over the children’s well-being and stability.

6. 6. Sick Leave

   1980-11-05

   When the heart of the household steps away, the family is forced to confront just how much they’ve taken for granted.

7. 7. The Gift

   1980-11-12

   An attempt to bring relief into the home is disrupted by behavior that sparks disappointment and concern.

8. 8. Such a Good Boy

   1980-11-19

   A guest’s extended stay stirs quiet resentment, as cracks in the family’s unity become harder to ignore.

9. 9. Dawaih

   1980-11-26

   Unspoken rivalries and comparisons unsettle the household, stirring feelings of jealousy and alienation.

10. 10. The Nightmare (Part 1)

    1980-12-03

    As exam season begins, pressure builds—leading some to take risks, while others begin to falter under the weight.

11. 11. The Nightmare (Part 2)

    1980-12-10

    Consequences take shape as the family struggles to regain control, unsure how to guide those who’ve lost their way.

12. 12. Relief

    1980-12-17

    A financial setback threatens the family’s security, testing pride, dependence, and the strength of sibling ties.

13. 13. The Awaited Guest

    1980-12-24

    A coming change stirs both joy and anxiety, forcing each family member to reevaluate their place in the home.