TV Series

A Bench in the Park (1998)

• TV-14
• First aired January 2, 1998
• Seasons: 1 · Episodes: 1

• Drama

“When dreams are held captive, freedom becomes the greatest desire.”

Overview

Set in Syria during the political upheaval surrounding the collapse of the Syrian–Egyptian union, this psychological drama follows Dr. Hisham, a successful surgeon haunted by personal tragedy and failed relationships. His life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Hanan, an ambitious young woman determined to build a future for herself despite the restrictions surrounding her. As their lives intertwine with those of other individuals struggling with love, ambition, and political oppression, the series explores the human cost of authoritarianism and the enduring desire for freedom, blending romance, realism, and surreal dream sequences.

Starring

Mai Skaf, Karess Bashar, Jamal Soleiman