Israeli Series 'Fauda' Tops Netflix Charts in Nine Muslim Countries Amid Boycott Calls
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The Israeli series 'Fauda' has become the most-watched show on Netflix in nine Arab countries and Turkey, despite facing boycott calls. The latest season, focusing on the October 7th attacks, has sparked debate about political influence on streaming choices in the Arab world.
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- 'Fauda' is a top Netflix series in nine Arab nations and Turkey.
- The latest season is based on the October 7th attacks.
- Boycott calls have been made against the show.
- Its success sparks debate on politics and streaming.
- Some Arab media criticize Netflix's role.
The Israeli television series 'Fauda' has achieved significant viewership on Netflix globally, reaching the top spot in nine Arab countries and Turkey, despite calls for a boycott. The fifth season, which premiered on September 8 and is based on the events of the October 7th Hamas attack, entered the top ten most-watched series in several Arab nations.
This success in the Arab world has reignited discussions about the relationship between political tensions and audience behavior on streaming platforms, particularly concerning content with a pro-Israeli narrative that deals with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The series' popularity comes despite criticism from some Arab media outlets.
The Palestinian news site Al-Quds accused Netflix of legitimizing 'genocide' with the show, even while acknowledging the brutality depicted in episodes recreating the October 7th massacre. The nine Arab countries where 'Fauda' is leading include Lebanon, Oman, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Morocco, Bahrain, and Qatar. Turkey, a Muslim country that severed ties with Israel after the October 7th attacks, also features on the list of top-viewing nations.
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