Few upcoming Arabic dramas are as highly anticipated as 220 Youm (220 يوم), the 15-episode limited series uniting Egyptian star Karim Fahmy and Jordanian actress Saba Mubarak for the first time. Blending romance, suspense, and psychological drama, the series premieres on Shahid VIP and MBC Masr on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Whether you’re drawn to heart-racing love stories or intimate explorations of life and mortality, here’s everything you need to know about 220 Youm.
When and Where to Watch ‘220 Youm’
The series premieres Thursday, July 31, 2025. Episodes air weekly on MBC Masr at 9 p.m. KSA/Egypt time, with a late-night encore. For on-demand viewing, each episode will be available the same day on Shahid VIP, making it easy to watch at your own pace.
The Story of ‘220 Youm’: Love, Loss, and the Countdown to Fate
At its core, 220 Youm follows Ahmed, a successful novelist whose world shatters when he is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness requiring a high-risk surgery. As he grapples with his own mortality, his wife Mariam (Saba Mubarak) discovers she is pregnant with their first child.
The couple faces a 220-day countdown—the fragile window between Ahmed’s critical operation and the anticipated birth of their daughter. Within that period, the series explores the tension between hope and despair, the fear of loss, and the strength it takes to choose life even when the outcome is uncertain.
Karim Fahmy as Ahmed: A Quietly Shattering Performance
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Karim Fahmy steps into one of his most emotionally complex roles as Ahmed—a writer, husband, and father-to-be standing on the edge of life and death. His portrayal balances quiet desperation with tender resilience, capturing the inner storm of a man who clings to hope for his daughter even as his world unravels.
Saba Mubarak as Mariam: The Emotional Heart of the Story
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Saba Mubarak brings depth and grace to Mariam, a bookstore manager whose long-awaited pregnancy coincides with the darkest chapter of her life. She must remain strong for Ahmed while confronting her own fear of the unknown. Mubarak’s nuanced performance balances fragility with resolve, making Mariam the emotional anchor of the series.
Full Cast and Crew of ‘220 Youm’
In addition to Fahmy and Mubarak, the series features a talented ensemble:
- Hanan Suleiman
- Aida Riyad
- Ali El Tayeb
- Basant Abou Bakr
- Lina Sofia
- Mira Diab
220 Youm is written by Mahmoud Zahran, with a screenplay by Samar Bahgat and Nadine Nader, directed by Karim El Adl, and produced by Sabah Brothers in collaboration with Cedars Art Production.
First Look: Poster and Teaser Trailer
The official poster emphasizes the intimate tension and emotional stakes between Ahmed and Mariam, while the teaser trailer promises a 15-episode journey full of love, fear, and life-changing decisions—perfect for viewers who crave a deeply moving, high-stakes drama.
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