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Future Folktales
13 Episodes
25 min each
SPRING 2020
Synopsis
In 2050 Riyadh, a grandmother named Asma takes her cherished grandchildren on a whirlwind journey to the past, showcasing the heritage and history of the Arabian Peninsula through retellings of the region’s most beloved folktales. With the help of their robotic cat, Anis, the children learn that their modern-day dilemmas are no match for the words of wisdom passed from generation to generation through their grandmother’s fascinating stories.
Adventure
Format
Unknown
Episodes
13
Per Episode
25 min
Source
Unknown
Episodes
13 / 13 Episodes
1
Episode 1
Zarqa
Musab was always envious of Zarqa, but with thieves threatening the town, he must decide if he can trust her. Zarqa, meanwhile, cannot stand idly by when so much is at stake.
2
Episode 2
Favorite Phrase
Why do bad things happen? Perhaps it was for the best. An old man insists there’s a bright side to everything.
3
Episode 3
Camel
A woman prays for a child and receives an unexpected blessing. Their daughter may not be human, but her parents love her all the same.
4
Episode 4
Brother
Salee cares about his family while Saad, his elder brother, cares about money. When an epidemic hits the town, Salee recalls a story that can save everyone. But danger awaits.
5
Episode 5
Banana
Dafel arrogantly believes there’s nothing his strength can’t overcome. But power alone can’t solve everything.
6
Episode 6
Rabab
A magical instrument has the power to control all living things. When it falls into the wrong hands, a clever young girl may be the only one who can save the townspeople.
7
Episode 7
Anter
Anter wishes for Ablah`s hand in marriage but must first convince her father he`d be the perfect match. Easier said than done...
8
Episode 8
Salt
Prince Sattam loves his father as much as salt. But the king sees this declaration as a grave insult instead of the intended praise.
9
Episode 9
Quiet Princess
Samar`s father decides that the man who can finally make her speak will win her hand in marriage. But there`s something vitally important they`ve all overlooked.
10
Episode 10
Hartim
Hartim has a reputation as a kind man who never turns away those in need. Handala is suspicious, though. Hartim MUST have an ulterior motive. Why else would he act so nice?
11
Episode 11
Good Man
A wealthy merchant invites three strangers into his home only to ask them about the worst hardships they`ve experienced. Why?
12
Episode 12
Heritage
Jassem quickly takes advantage of Habib`s sizable inheritance, which causes friction between the two. It`s unfortunate: Some things are more important than money.
13
Episode 13
Grandmother Story
Asma fell in love with stories thanks to her childhood friend, Farrah. But as the decades passed, the two fell out of touch. What is Farrah up to these days?
Characters
Voice Actors
Sachiko Kojima (japanese)
Ryan
Main
Voice Actors
Megumi Urawa (japanese)
Sultan
Main
Voice Actors
Masako Nozawa (japanese)
Asma
Main
Voice Actors
Naomi Oozora (japanese)
Maha
Main
Staff
Masami Shimoda
Director
Atsushi Wakabayashi
Character Design
Hiroki Kikuta
Music
Atsushi Kido
Producer
Rasha Rizk
Theme Song Arrangement (OP, ED)
Rasha Rizk
Theme Song Composition (OP, ED)
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Information
Aired
Apr 03, 2020
to Jun 26, 2020
Season
SPRING 2020
Source
Unknown
Format
Unknown
Studios
Toei Animation
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SEQUEL
185541
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