Jinn (TV series)
Jordanian Arabic supernatural drama about teens and a summoned jinn.
Jinn is a Jordanian Arabic-language supernatural drama television series that premiered on Netflix on June 13, 2019. Created and executive produced by Mir-Jean Bou Chaaya, Elan Dassani, and Rajeev Dassani, the series follows a group of teenagers whose lives are disrupted after accidentally summoning a spiritual figure during a field trip to Petra.
Quick Facts
- Genre
- Supernatural / Teen drama / Fantasy
- Creator
- Mir-Jean Bou Chaaya / Elan Dassani / Rajeev Dassani
- Director
- Mir-Jean Bou Chaaya / Amin Matalqa
- Composer
- Etyen
- Country
- Jordan
- Language
- Arabic
- Num Seasons
- 1
- Num Episodes
- 5
- Executive Producer
- Christian Bou Chaaya / Lucien Bou Chaaya / Mir-Jean Bou Chaaya / Elan Dassani / Rajeev Dassani / Jason George
- Location
- Amman, Jordan / Petra, Jordan
- Cinematography
- Fadi Kassem
- Editor
- Daniel Grinspum
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Lore & Background
The series was announced on February 26, 2018, when Netflix gave a series order for a first season of five episodes. On August 13, 2018, it was announced that Mir-Jean Bou Chaaya would also serve as an executive producer, and writers would include Elan and Rajeev Dassani and Amin Matalqa. Principal photography began on August 13, 2018, in Amman, Jordan, and lasted ten weeks, with locations including Petra, Wadi Rum, and a dozen sites in Amman. The cast includes Salma Malhas, Hamzeh Okab, Sultan Alkhail, Aysha Shahaltough, Yasser Al Hadi, and Ban Halaweh.
Reader's Guide
Jinn is significant as one of the first Arabic-language original series produced by Netflix, aiming to bring Jordanian supernatural folklore to a global audience. The show generated controversy in Jordan for scenes involving kissing and rough language, with some government agencies threatening censorship and Jordan's top prosecutor asking the Ministry of Interior to stop its broadcast. Critical reception was mixed: it holds an 83% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from six reviews, with praise for consistency and novelty, but criticism for acting and script quality. Middle East Eye panned it as 'badly scripted, poorly acted and sloppily directed,' while Thrillist called it 'generic,' 'unrealistic,' and 'confusing.' The series remains a notable example of regional streaming content and the cultural debates it can spark.
Did You Know?
- Principal photography took place over ten weeks in Amman, Petra, and Wadi Rum, Jordan.
- The show sparked controversy in Jordan, with some government agencies threatening censorship.
- Jinn has an 83% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on six reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jinn (TV series)?
Jinn is a Jordanian supernatural drama that premiered on Netflix on June 13, 2019. It follows a group of teenagers whose lives are upended after they accidentally summon a spiritual entity during a school field trip to Petra.
What language is Jinn (TV series) in?
The entire series is performed in Jordanian Arabic, making it a notable Arabic-language original on the Netflix platform.
What is the plot of Jinn (TV series)?
A group of high school students inadvertently call forth a jinn while visiting the ancient city of Petra on a field trip. From that point on, they must navigate the dangerous consequences of the supernatural being they have unleashed.
How many episodes are in Jinn (TV series) Season 1?
The first season of Jinn consists of five episodes, all of which were released simultaneously on June 13, 2019.
Who created Jinn (TV series)?
The series was created and executive produced by Mir-Jean Bou Chaaya, Elan Dassani, and Rajeev Dassani, with production handled by Kabreet Productions and Master Key Productions.
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