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Series, 1994–1998Ended

Family Stars

4 seasons, 110 episodes

Family Stars is a Syrian comedy series directed by Hisham Sharbatji. Across four seasons, the series follows different families as they navigate everyday mishaps, family disputes, financial struggles, and the complications of marriage and social status. Blending situational comedy with social satire, the series offers a humorous look at family relationships, personal ambitions, and the ups and downs of everyday life in Syrian society.

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Bad Luck
Bad LuckUp next
Feb 11, 1994

A mishap leaves Samar in trouble while cleaning the house, just as Umm Ahmad faces an unexpected childbirth emergency when Umm Khaled arrives with Sawsan. Between unusual encounters at the police station, trouble with a taxi driver, and Farhan's latest household blunders, it's anything but an ordinary day for the family.

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Bad Reputation
Bad Reputation
Feb 18, 1994

Umm Ahmad decides to investigate Farhan's background before agreeing to his marriage to Samar. But his name keeps turning up in connection with suspicious people, including a criminal, a smuggler, and a married man with children. As the family struggles to separate fact from rumor, an unexpected visit from the police only adds to the confusion.

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The First of the Month
The First of the Month
Feb 25, 1994

When Samar receives her paycheck, Umm Ahmad wastes no time putting the money toward the household's debts. Meanwhile, Samar discovers that her necklace has gone missing and begins suspecting Abu Mahmoud. As the family searches for answers, Umm Taysir introduces some rather unconventional methods of uncovering the truth.

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A Good Deed
A Good Deed
Mar 4, 1994

When Ahmad confronts a burglar who has broken into the family home, the situation takes an alarming turn. Convinced that the intruder has been seriously injured, Ahmad, Samar, and Umm Ahmad panic over what to do next. A neighbor's involvement turns an already disastrous situation into an increasingly absurd predicament.

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An Oil Stain
An Oil Stain
Mar 11, 1994

An unfortunate oil stain forces Farhan to change out of his pants while Umm Ahmad offers to wash them. But when Samar answers a suspicious phone call, she becomes convinced that Farhan is being unfaithful. A simple misunderstanding quickly spirals into an embarrassing ordeal involving a nightgown and an unexpected family visit.

06
An Unwelcome Guest
An Unwelcome Guest
Mar 18, 1994

Umm Ahmad asks Samar to prepare two written messages: one for Ahmad to pick up meat from the market and another for a hard-of-hearing visitor. When the notes become mixed up, the family's simple arrangements turn into a string of confusing errands, misplaced purchases, and unexpected complications.

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A Misunderstanding
A Misunderstanding
Mar 25, 1994

When Umm Ahmad leaves home to assist with a childbirth, Samar, Farhan, and Mohammad are left on their own. An unfamiliar visitor asking about her whereabouts convinces Samar that her mother may have been kidnapped. As suspicion turns toward Farhan, an ordinary afternoon becomes a full-blown family emergency.

08
A Wonderful Trip
A Wonderful Trip
Apr 1, 1994

Umm Ahmad takes her children and Farhan on a family outing, leaving the house unattended. While they're away, Umm Khaled secretly rents out their home to strangers. When the family returns, unexpected occupants and unexplained activity leave Ahmad and Farhan wondering what on earth has happened to the house.

09
Renting and Subletting
Renting and Subletting
Apr 8, 1994

Abu Wasfi brings a foreign student to rent a room in Umm Ahmad's home, opening the door to a promising source of income. But when Umm Khaled threatens to report the arrangement to the landlord, the family scrambles to protect its interests. Ahmad comes up with an unusual proposal of his own.

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Attempted Murder
Attempted Murder
Apr 15, 1994

After falling ill, Umm Ahmad undergoes medical tests, but a mix-up involving the results leads to frightening rumors about her health. As panic spreads through the household, she begins to suspect that Farhan has sinister intentions, drawing the police into yet another outrageous family misunderstanding.

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Bad Publicity
Bad Publicity
Apr 22, 1994

When a television crew arrives to film near Umm Ahmad's apartment, she unexpectedly finds herself in front of the camera. What begins with a few commercial appearances soon sparks dreams of an acting career. Meanwhile, Farhan's wedding plans become increasingly complicated by her newfound ambitions.

12
Free Trade
Free Trade
Apr 29, 1994

Umm Taysir introduces Umm Ahmad to a businessman promising attractive returns on financial investments. Eager to improve her family's circumstances, Umm Ahmad considers putting her money into the venture. Meanwhile, Ahmad dreams of becoming an actor rather than pursuing the business career his mother has planned for him.

13
Changing the Layout
Changing the Layout
May 6, 1994

While Umm Ahmad is away, rumors spread that unauthorized renovations are being made to her rented apartment. After hearing about the supposed changes from Umm Khaled, the landlord arrives with local officials to investigate. Meanwhile, Farhan's plans for the home threaten to create even more trouble.

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Import and Export
Import and Export
May 13, 1994

Determined to recover from a disastrous investment, Umm Ahmad turns to selling imported clothing brought in from Lebanon through questionable channels. Her latest business venture brings new opportunities and plenty of risks, while Farhan's continued visits to the house test her patience with Samar.

15
War of the Women
War of the Women
May 20, 1994

The long-running rivalry between Umm Ahmad and Umm Khaled erupts into open warfare following trouble over Umm Ahmad's clothing business. With a damaged chimney, a television antenna, and even martial arts lessons entering the picture, their increasingly ridiculous feud leaves the entire neighborhood caught in the middle.

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The Unexpected Suitor
The Unexpected Suitor
May 27, 1994

A visit from Umm Samer leads Umm Ahmad to believe that another marriage proposal may be in store for Samar. The misunderstanding creates tension between Samar and Farhan, while a sudden disappearance sends the family scrambling for answers. As suspicions spread, the identity of the real prospective bride becomes the center of confusion.

17
A Difficult Delivery
A Difficult Delivery
Jun 3, 1994

When Awad goes into labor, Umm Ahmad attempts to handle the delivery herself. But complications and Awad's growing anxiety turn the situation into a chaotic family emergency. Meanwhile, Abu Irfan's efforts to resolve a personal dispute with Farhan create another unwelcome distraction.

18
No Offense
No Offense
Jun 10, 1994

Umm Ahmad suddenly finds herself attracting several marriage proposals. Her landlord offers a tempting arrangement involving the rent, while Abu Wasfi attempts to win her over with business opportunities and gifts. With Abu Mahmoud also hoping for her hand, choosing a husband becomes a complicated affair.

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Noise Complaint
Noise Complaint
Jun 17, 1994

Umm Ahmad sets her sights on becoming the neighborhood's local leader and enlists Umm Taysir as her assistant. She gathers the residents to discuss community problems and criticize their behavior, but her enthusiastic approach to public service soon attracts attention from the authorities.

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Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Bride
Jun 24, 1994

As Samar and Farhan's wedding approaches, Umm Ahmad looks for ways to delay the ceremony. Meanwhile, Umm Taysir introduces her to an unusual money-making opportunity involving Awad's young child. With wedding preparations underway, Umm Ahmad's secretive activities threaten to create a very public embarrassment.

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Marriage of Convenience
Marriage of Convenience
Jul 1, 1994

Abu Wasfi proposes marriage to Umm Ahmad, much to the dismay of Samar and Farhan. Despite their attempts to discourage him, he remains determined to make the marriage happen. But Umm Ahmad has financial conditions of her own, turning the proposal into a complicated negotiation.

22
A Plate of Stuffed Grape Leaves
A Plate of Stuffed Grape Leaves
Jul 8, 1994

Ahmad brings a customer's car home and later uses it to take Awad and her child to the doctor. But when the vehicle goes missing amid a series of confusing events, the family finds itself dealing with frantic accusations, police involvement, and a potentially disastrous situation for Ahmad's new job.

23
The Lottery Ticket
The Lottery Ticket
Jul 15, 1994

Umm Ahmad begins treating Farhan more favorably when his work with Zaki Aluminum brings new comforts to the household. But Ahmad's lottery ticket suddenly raises the possibility of a life-changing fortune, and a financial arrangement between Ahmad and Farhan threatens to complicate everyone's plans.

24
False Report
False Report
Jul 22, 1994

Desperate to claim his share of the lottery winnings, Farhan comes up with an outrageous plan involving Mohammad and a staged kidnapping. What begins as a scheme to pressure Umm Ahmad for money quickly becomes much more complicated when the family's suspicions grow and the police become involved.

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Daylight Robbers
Daylight Robbers
Jul 29, 1994

News of the family's newfound wealth spreads through the neighborhood, attracting a parade of visitors to Umm Ahmad's door. Between eager suitors, ambitious business proposals, and neighbors hoping to benefit from her money, she soon discovers that sudden wealth comes with plenty of unwanted attention.

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An Old Building
An Old Building
Aug 5, 1994

With money on his mind, Ahmad begins dreaming of traveling to Egypt and marrying a famous actress, even drawing Khaled into his extravagant fantasies. Meanwhile, Umm Ahmad attempts to buy the family's rented home, only to find that another interested buyer may stand in her way.

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Episode 27
Episode 27
Aug 12, 1994

Umm Ahmad embraces her new financial status and begins adopting the habits of a successful businesswoman, even considering Umm Khaled for a secretarial position. Meanwhile, Ahmad pursues his interest in acting by arranging a movie-inspired scene with Samar, giving his mother another opportunity to steal the spotlight.

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Supermarket
Supermarket
Aug 19, 1994

Determined to expand her business interests, Umm Ahmad begins searching for a location to open a supermarket. As suppliers arrive with everything from plastic household goods to cosmetics and canned food, she finds herself navigating unfamiliar products, competing sales pitches, and the challenges of running a modern retail business.

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Business Lunch
Business Lunch
Aug 26, 1994

Umm Ahmad prepares to host an important business lunch for Zaki Aluminum and is determined to make a sophisticated impression. Samar gives her lessons in proper conversation and table manners, while Abu Wasfi recruits neighborhood children for an elaborate welcome. With everyone trying to appear refined, the preparations become increasingly ridiculous.

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Umm Ahmad Tours
Umm Ahmad Tours
Sep 2, 1994

Umm Ahmad's entrepreneurial ambitions reach new heights as she launches a travel business and prepares to leave the family's longtime home for a new apartment. With buses, business arrangements, and moving preparations occupying her attention, she must also confront the long-delayed question of Samar and Farhan's marriage.

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