AbdulHusain AbdulRedha

Acting

AbdulHusain AbdulRedha

Born — Died

1939-12-06 — 2017-08-11

Place of birth

Kuwait

Known for

Acting

Credits

72 titles

Abdulhussain Abdulredha (15 July 1939 – 11 August 2017) was a Kuwaiti actor, playwright, and comedian, considered one of the most influential figures in Gulf and Arab entertainment. Born in Kuwait City, he played a key role in shaping modern Kuwaiti theater and television, with a career spanning over five decades. Known for his sharp humor and satirical approach, Abdulredha’s work often addressed social and political themes relevant to Kuwaiti and Gulf society. His 1981 play Bye Bye London is among his most well-known works, offering a comedic take on the cultural experiences of Gulf Arabs abroad. In addition to his theater productions, Abdulredha appeared in several television series and …

Known for

I will not walk the path of the past poster
NR

A Kuwaiti young man marries an Egyptian girl while studying in Egypt, and when he finishes his studies, he divorces her and marries his cousin, and travels without his knowledge of her pregnancy and after giving birth, Desouki marries her and raises her daughter. But after years, the father returns to Egypt and discovers that he has a daughter.

I will not walk the path of the past

1995

Al-Mqasis Market poster
7.0

The events of the work in the market and the old Kuwaiti market and the situation of traders and the problems they are exposed to and projections on the state of the Kuwaiti economy.

Al-Mqasis Market

2000

Means Well poster
6.5

Abu Radh, a crafty and opportunistic mailman, projects an image of poverty to those around him. In reality, he's a silent partner in multiple lucrative ventures that have made him incredibly wealthy. As he juggles his secret fortune with his humble facade, the question remains: can he keep his hidden wealth under wraps, or will the truth eventually catch up to him?

Means Well

1993

The Hustlers poster
9.3

Brothers Mana' and Duwas make a living as street vendors, always finding clever ways to earn extra money. Tensions flare when Duwas breaks Mana’s rule to wait until their sister Fatoun marries before he does, secretly tying the knot with Lulwa and setting off a series of comedic events.

The Hustlers

2003

Time of the Cobbler poster
NR

The events revolve around the Wali of Justice Stan (Abu Shuja), the just governor who handles the affairs of a state that has lived in the shadow of his justice and generosity of morals for a long time. Illegal Profit draws up a plan to remove the governor and the Minister of Cheb (Badran)

Time of the Cobbler

1998

The Tornado poster
5.0

Within the framework of the social drama, the events of the series revolve, where the family (Abdullah Al-Afour) lives in one house in the light of interdependence and unity, but with his son Ghazi assuming the position of a minister, things change, and many problems and personal interests appear, which affect the interdependence of this family.

The Tornado

2014

Film credits

1980s · 6 titles

After the Honey poster
7.0

The events revolve around a couple, Rashid and Amina, who did not become pregnant after a long period of marriage. So, her husband decided to marry another woman, and problems began between the two spouses.

After the Honey

1989

Bye Bye London poster
8.0

A comedy about an old married man that travels to London with his nephew who does his to save him from exposure to fraud, and being mugged in London, the play also covers some political aspects and projections in addition to social criticism of some of the Arab situations.

Bye Bye London

1982

Bye Bye Arab poster
7.0

A dark Kuwaiti comedy that follows "Arab," an idealist who embarks on a fantastical journey with "Marjan the Genie" to unite the Arab world—only to confront a reality far from his hopes.

Bye Bye Arab

1986

Al-Manakh Knights poster
8.0

The first Gulf economic play centered on an issue that affected members of Kuwaiti society, which sparked widespread controversy between Kuwaiti society and the Gulf community in general, and the issue was the "Al Manakh Market" crisis in 1982, which ended in losses exceeding $ 22 billion. Where the story tells about the second oil boom of the Gulf states at the end of the seventies and the beginning of the eighties of the twentieth century AD where the price of oil increased continuously until the Gulf countries recorded large financial surpluses, so the money poured into the stock market significantly until it opened a stock trading office in a semi-parallel office and was named a market "Al Manakh" in which money flowed greatly from almost all segments of Kuwaiti society and even foreign residents and some individuals from the Gulf states and increased frantic speculation and increased buying and selling for the future until it reached astronomical numbers.

Al-Manakh Knights

1983

The Joy Of A Nation poster
7.0

A Kuwaiti social comedy play presented to the leaders of the Gulf states at the Gulf Summit in 1985, which was written by Abdul-Hussein Abdul-Ridha, a satirical play that discusses family issues, family bonding and religious extremism, the play talks about the loss of children and the home, neglect of parents, and who is responsible for that.

The Joy Of A Nation

1984

The Deterioration poster
7.0

The work follows a man struggling with alcohol addiction, exploring its destructive effects on his family, finances, home, and the future of his children. Set in a dramatic context, it highlights the far-reaching consequences of addiction on both personal and familial stability.

The Deterioration

1985

1970s · 17 titles

Not To Hamman, Pharaoh poster
9.5

A Kuwaiti comedic romance drama following the story of an accountant that fell in love with the daughter of his employer.

Not To Hamman, Pharaoh

1977

Honeymoon Operetta poster
7.0

This Kuwaiti comedy operetta follows newlyweds Rashid and Amina as marital tensions arise. Frustrated by Rashid’s modest income and his complaints about her father, Amina directs her anger at Rashid’s mother, leading to a cascade of humorous conflicts.

Honeymoon Operetta

1979

Operetta, Oh Time poster
7.0

This lighthearted Kuwaiti operetta takes audiences on a nostalgic journey back to old Kuwait, capturing the charm and simplicity of life in a bygone era. Through lively musical numbers and comedic sketches, the operetta showcases beloved children’s games, bustling traditional cafes, and the lively alleyways of Kuwait's neighborhoods. As characters relive their joyful memories, "What a Time!" celebrates the unique cultural heritage of Kuwait, offering a playful, heartfelt glimpse into the community spirit and everyday joys of the past.

Operetta, Oh Time

1977

The Bachelor Of Al Salmiya poster
7.0

Hilal Haji Ramadan is a single person in Salmiya who is a reckless and wasteful person, which leads not to multiply debts on him and chasing his debtors, and he has a friend who is a doctor close to him, but on the contrary, he is a human being, a messenger and a shark lover. A day will come and meet Hilal his princess while she falls in the Salmiya market, and her princess is the beautiful rich girl. He falls in love with her, and the irony lies in that she herself is his fiancée, his close friend, and the events continue until the princess admires Hilal and his opposite personality of his friend and falls in love with Hilal.

The Bachelor Of Al Salmiya

1979

Pre-Marital Flirting poster
7.0

Rashid, a modest meter reader, is smitten with Amina, a gentle and beautiful woman. Visiting her home daily under the pretense of reading the electricity meter, he uses every encounter to charm her. Though she initially resists, Amina gradually falls for his endearing persistence, sparking a warm and playful romance.

Pre-Marital Flirting

1975

Fasting Operetta poster
NR

The story explores the daily lives of a married couple during Ramadan, capturing how they navigate fasting, work, worship, household responsibilities, and parenting. Through their challenges and small victories, the couple learns to balance tradition and modern demands, highlighting the spirit of Ramadan within family life.

Fasting Operetta

1975

Where to poster
NR

A girl lives in a struggle and tear between her rejection of reality and her late discovery of the truth around herself, which leads the family towards a tragedy and an irreversible end.

Where to

1973

Husband Needed Immediately poster
5.0

Husband Needed Immediately to married a wealthy woman in order to get to her old Husband since she get divorced 3 times

Husband Needed Immediately

1971

The Victim Of The House Of The Pride poster
8.0

A Kuwaiti comedy play that revolves around Saif, a loyal and diligent worker whom experiences difficulties at home which lead to disastrous results.

The Victim Of The House Of The Pride

1976

Also, Hello Dolly poster
5.5

Egyptian socialite Dalal is determined to win over Kuwaiti businessman Abdullah, who’s fallen for Dolly, a Lebanese seamstress. Dalal’s wild schemes to sabotage their romance lead to a hilarious clash of love and cultural quirks.

Also, Hello Dolly

1974

The Judge Radhi poster
NR

Radi The Judge

The Judge Radhi

1970

Besat Al Fagr poster
8.0

A woman receives marriage proposals from three young men—one rich, one handsome, and one poor who owns nothing but a magical flying carpet. Choosing love over wealth and looks, she marries the poor man and embarks on a journey with him across Iraq, Egypt, Lebanon, and India.

Besat Al Fagr

1979

30 Days of Love poster
6.0

The play takes place in a romantic comedy about the spoiled girl (Dalal), who falls in love with the pharmacist (Fahd), and her father asks him to trick her into loving her for thirty days.

30 Days of Love

1973

Samet Sons poster
8.0

A Kuwaiti play talks about the life of Kuwaitis in the years of poverty experienced by Kuwaitis before the economic boom in the seventies, and discusses work in a comic framework of economic and social problems, including poverty, education, and health, by dealing with the stories of work heroes.

Samet Sons

1975

A World of Women and a Man poster
NR

A kuwaiti play starring Abdulhussain Abdulredha and Nawal Abu Alfutooh.

A World of Women and a Man

1972

A Killer For Rent poster
NR

An unemployed man plots with his friend to murder his wealthy aunt so he can inherit her money, but their plan spirals into complications and surprises.

A Killer For Rent

1970

The bird landed, the bird flew away poster
NR

A play that revolves around the lives of two parents from two different social classes, namely (Bou Fariala) with his son and daughter, who are from the wealthy class, and (Bou Hilan) with his son (Hilan), who are from the poor class, but they are neighbors and brothers.

The bird landed, the bird flew away

1971

1960s · 13 titles

The Storm poster
7.0

The Kuwaiti short film العاصفة (The Storm) explores Kuwait's social and economic shifts before and after the discovery of oil. Through the perspectives of an older father and his modernized son, it delves into the challenges of tradition versus rapid modernization.

The Storm

1965

from the revelation of the guidance poster
6.0

The events revolve around a reckless young man who neglects his wife and son without indifference, while his father tries to urge him to take responsibility in his home and work, and treat his wife and son in the right way.

from the revelation of the guidance

1965

Appointment with Death poster
6.0

A TV Movie about a rich businessman who is told that he will die after several hours of a stroke.

Appointment with Death

1967

Vacation poster
NR

The events revolve around a man who lives an unstable and suspicious life, then it develops and becomes doubtful of everyone around him, causing him great damage to his life and his relationships.

Vacation

1968

Who doesn’t obey will be lost poster
NR

The events revolve around a man who is reckeless and neglects his family and work, and then his conditions change for the worse because of the influence of bad friends on him.

Who doesn’t obey will be lost

1967

Early Bird Gets the Worm poster
NR

A married man suffers from the tyranny and tyranny of his wife's mother and its great influence on her, so he tries in various ways to urge his wife to form her independent personality, and get rid of her mother's influence, which may negatively affect their relationship.

Early Bird Gets the Worm

1969

Seize the Day poster
NR

In Seize Your Day, a greedy fabric merchant’s selfishness sparks endless conflicts, leading him to lose both business and relationships in a satirical take on the folly of unchecked ambition.

Seize the Day

1965

Kuwait in 2000 poster
6.0

"Kuwait in 2000" is a Kuwaiti comedy play that explores the future of Kuwait during, and after the decline of oil, produced on February 5, 1965

Kuwait in 2000

1966

Mehgan Arrives Tonight poster
NR

The role of the events of the play about Bader, who works as a manager in his uncle's mayor's company, he sent to his uncle a letter that he was married in order not to marry his daughter Aisha, and when he Know that his uncle is coming from traveling, he was afraid that his matter would be revealed, and he decided to borrow the wife of his friend Fahad, so that the role of the wife would be played during the period of his uncle's presence .

Mehgan Arrives Tonight

1969

Game of Fate poster
NR

In Game of Fate, we follow Haji Ibrahim, a humble man struggling to build a better life for his family amid the social and economic hardships of 1960s Kuwait. Despite his determination, he finds himself at the mercy of fate, facing unexpected challenges that threaten to derail his dreams. Supported by his resilient wife Amina and caught in complex relationships with those around him, Haji Ibrahim’s journey captures a compelling story of ambition, sacrifice, and the unpredictable twists of life.

Game of Fate

1960

The Court of the District poster
6.5

The Court of The district is a comedy play of the daily problems in the Kuwaiti Families which is solved in the Court

The Court of the District

1967

At Odds poster
NR

A veterinarian pretends to be a human doctor to impress his fiancée, but his elaborate deception leads to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and mishaps that threaten both his relationship and his secret.

At Odds

1968

24 hours poster
5.0

The events revolve around a man who takes his wife to the doctor, as he suspects that she has gone crazy, after which many funny situations take place between them to find out her condition and whether she has really lost her mind or not.

24 hours

1967

Series credits

I will not walk the path of the past poster
NR

A Kuwaiti young man marries an Egyptian girl while studying in Egypt, and when he finishes his studies, he divorces her and marries his cousin, and travels without his knowledge of her pregnancy and after giving birth, Desouki marries her and raises her daughter. But after years, the father returns to Egypt and discovers that he has a daughter.

I will not walk the path of the past

1995

Al-Mqasis Market poster
7.0

The events of the work in the market and the old Kuwaiti market and the situation of traders and the problems they are exposed to and projections on the state of the Kuwaiti economy.

Al-Mqasis Market

2000

Means Well poster
6.5

Abu Radh, a crafty and opportunistic mailman, projects an image of poverty to those around him. In reality, he's a silent partner in multiple lucrative ventures that have made him incredibly wealthy. As he juggles his secret fortune with his humble facade, the question remains: can he keep his hidden wealth under wraps, or will the truth eventually catch up to him?

Means Well

1993

The Hustlers poster
9.3

Brothers Mana' and Duwas make a living as street vendors, always finding clever ways to earn extra money. Tensions flare when Duwas breaks Mana’s rule to wait until their sister Fatoun marries before he does, secretly tying the knot with Lulwa and setting off a series of comedic events.

The Hustlers

2003

Time of the Cobbler poster
NR

The events revolve around the Wali of Justice Stan (Abu Shuja), the just governor who handles the affairs of a state that has lived in the shadow of his justice and generosity of morals for a long time. Illegal Profit draws up a plan to remove the governor and the Minister of Cheb (Badran)

Time of the Cobbler

1998

The Tornado poster
5.0

Within the framework of the social drama, the events of the series revolve, where the family (Abdullah Al-Afour) lives in one house in the light of interdependence and unity, but with his son Ghazi assuming the position of a minister, things change, and many problems and personal interests appear, which affect the interdependence of this family.

The Tornado

2014

Darb Al-Zalaq poster
9.0

"Darb Al-Zalaq" is a classic Kuwaiti TV series that offers a window into Gulf Arab culture through the comedic and often poignant tale of two brothers, Hussein and Saad. Driven by their desire for quick wealth, they embark on a series of ill-fated business ventures, only to find themselves repeatedly caught in the traps of their own making. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, the series explores themes of greed, family ties, and the unpredictable twists of fate that are central to Arab storytelling. Through humor and satire, "Darb Al-Zalaq" reflects the challenges of balancing tradition and modernity in the Gulf, making it a cultural touchstone that resonates with audiences across generations.

Darb Al-Zalaq

1977

Private Lesson poster
NR

Suad, a secretary, secretly loves Noah, an engineer who barely notices her. Her sister Maryam intervenes with playful schemes to bring them together, sparking unexpected twists and heartfelt moments.

Private Lesson

1981

Al Tendail poster
NR

Jassem Al-Tandeel, once a wealthy and respected merchant, suffers a severe blow when a devastating fire sinks his trading vessel, claiming the lives of his crew and wiping out his fortune. As he struggles to rebuild, ruthless rival merchants seize the opportunity to tarnish his reputation and break his spirit. Despite relentless adversity, Jassem faces these challenges to restore his standing and honor in society.

Al Tendail

2008

Fates poster
9.0

"Al-Aqdar" (Fate) is a 1978 Kuwaiti drama that follows Khalifa, a man torn between tradition and change as he considers a second marriage to fulfill his dream of fatherhood. Set amid Kuwait's transformation following the oil boom, the series explores family conflicts and the impact of modernization on personal and generational values.

Fates

1978

Ajlah Wa Amlah poster
NR

The series takes place in a form of humor and comedy about the two brothers who are looking for jobs, but have difficulty finding jobs.

Ajlah Wa Amlah

1970

Sherbaka poster
NR

In a comedy framework, the series deals with the story of a shreb who works as an employee and arises between him and Al-Aidrousi funny situations and conflict within work.

Sherbaka

1972

Keep trying poster
NR

The Kuwaiti comedy series حاور زاور, produced in 1972, features a series of humorous and socially reflective scenarios centered around everyday challenges and misunderstandings in Kuwaiti society. Each episode presents a standalone comedic plot that draws on interactions among neighbors, friends, and family, using humor to highlight social issues and relationship creating an engaging viewing experience that resonated with audiences of the time.

Keep trying

1972

Diwan Al-Sabeel poster
NR

A water crisis begins in the state of Khandris, raising a lot of controversy and conflicts among officials to save the country, until they finally agree to establish a way to solve the crisis.

Diwan Al-Sabeel

2001

Bu Olaiwy Diaries poster
NR

In a comedy context, Bou-Aliwi decides to write his memoirs and sits next to him, Um Aliwi, to review what he has gone through in his life and his dealings with those around him, and remember his relationship with his wife and her pregnancy and many of the situations he went through with her.

Bu Olaiwy Diaries

1964

Bu miryan's Family poster
NR

The events revolve around the Bomerian family, whom the State of Kuwait gives a large amount of money in exchange for taking his house, so he spends money on his travels, then marries another woman in Lebanon without the knowledge of his first wife, then his second wife leaves him after seizing what money he has left, and here he regrets what he did.

Bu miryan's Family

1969

The Bullies poster
NR

In this social comedy set in a lively neighborhood, a principled legal assistant named Ateej becomes entangled in community struggles and political intrigue when he helps a young woman escape the control of her domineering uncle. As Ateej gains public attention, he finds himself drawn into a local election campaign, challenging corruption and standing up for ordinary people.

The Bullies

1980

The Millionaire poster
NR

The story revolves around a Kuwaiti man in his late fifties who fears that his fortune will be lost overnight due to an economic blow that will destroy him. He finds no escape except through his half-brother, who holds Saudi citizenship and lives in Dubai and works as a failed and unlucky veterinarian. Events begin to accelerate after they meet together in the midst of many funny paradoxes and amusing situations.

The Millionaire

2013

Al Malgouf poster
NR

"Al Malgouf" is a 1973 Kuwaiti comedy series that follows the adventures of Faleh, a young man whose meddlesome nature leads to humorous situations. His interference affects his work partner, Abu Nasser, as well as Badr and his father, creating a series of comedic events.

Al Malgouf

1973

حبل المودة poster
NR

The events revolve around a man who works in scrap spare parts and the comedic events that take place in the daily trade.

حبل المودة

2006

Behind the camera

Not To Hamman, Pharaoh poster
9.5

A Kuwaiti comedic romance drama following the story of an accountant that fell in love with the daughter of his employer.

Not To Hamman, Pharaoh

1977

Bye Bye London poster
8.0

A comedy about an old married man that travels to London with his nephew who does his to save him from exposure to fraud, and being mugged in London, the play also covers some political aspects and projections in addition to social criticism of some of the Arab situations.

Bye Bye London

1982

The Bachelor Of Al Salmiya poster
7.0

Hilal Haji Ramadan is a single person in Salmiya who is a reckless and wasteful person, which leads not to multiply debts on him and chasing his debtors, and he has a friend who is a doctor close to him, but on the contrary, he is a human being, a messenger and a shark lover. A day will come and meet Hilal his princess while she falls in the Salmiya market, and her princess is the beautiful rich girl. He falls in love with her, and the irony lies in that she herself is his fiancée, his close friend, and the events continue until the princess admires Hilal and his opposite personality of his friend and falls in love with Hilal.

The Bachelor Of Al Salmiya

1979

The Bachelor of Salmiya poster
NR

In this Kuwaiti comedy play, Hilal Hajji, a carefree young man buried in debt and dodging relentless creditors, unexpectedly crosses paths with the beautiful and affluent Amira at Salmiya market. Captivated, he falls head over heels, unaware that Amira is actually engaged to his close friend, the shrewd and opportunistic Dr. Fayez. As romantic entanglements and financial troubles collide, Hilal finds himself caught in a web of comedic misunderstandings and rivalries.

The Bachelor of Salmiya

2021

The Sword Of The Arabs poster
8.8

The play deals in a social comic framework, the period of the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait in 1990, and what was experienced by Kuwaitis and Iraqis alike during the aggression period, through the social changes that occurred in both societies in that period.

The Sword Of The Arabs

1992

Al-Manakh Knights poster
8.0

The first Gulf economic play centered on an issue that affected members of Kuwaiti society, which sparked widespread controversy between Kuwaiti society and the Gulf community in general, and the issue was the "Al Manakh Market" crisis in 1982, which ended in losses exceeding $ 22 billion. Where the story tells about the second oil boom of the Gulf states at the end of the seventies and the beginning of the eighties of the twentieth century AD where the price of oil increased continuously until the Gulf countries recorded large financial surpluses, so the money poured into the stock market significantly until it opened a stock trading office in a semi-parallel office and was named a market "Al Manakh" in which money flowed greatly from almost all segments of Kuwaiti society and even foreign residents and some individuals from the Gulf states and increased frantic speculation and increased buying and selling for the future until it reached astronomical numbers.

Al-Manakh Knights

1983

Who doesn’t obey will be lost poster
NR

The events revolve around a man who is reckeless and neglects his family and work, and then his conditions change for the worse because of the influence of bad friends on him.

Who doesn’t obey will be lost

1967

Early Bird Gets the Worm poster
NR

A married man suffers from the tyranny and tyranny of his wife's mother and its great influence on her, so he tries in various ways to urge his wife to form her independent personality, and get rid of her mother's influence, which may negatively affect their relationship.

Early Bird Gets the Worm

1969

The Joy Of A Nation poster
7.0

A Kuwaiti social comedy play presented to the leaders of the Gulf states at the Gulf Summit in 1985, which was written by Abdul-Hussein Abdul-Ridha, a satirical play that discusses family issues, family bonding and religious extremism, the play talks about the loss of children and the home, neglect of parents, and who is responsible for that.

The Joy Of A Nation

1984

The Victim Of The House Of The Pride poster
8.0

A Kuwaiti comedy play that revolves around Saif, a loyal and diligent worker whom experiences difficulties at home which lead to disastrous results.

The Victim Of The House Of The Pride

1976

Seize the Day poster
NR

In Seize Your Day, a greedy fabric merchant’s selfishness sparks endless conflicts, leading him to lose both business and relationships in a satirical take on the folly of unchecked ambition.

Seize the Day

1965

Samet Sons poster
8.0

A Kuwaiti play talks about the life of Kuwaitis in the years of poverty experienced by Kuwaitis before the economic boom in the seventies, and discusses work in a comic framework of economic and social problems, including poverty, education, and health, by dealing with the stories of work heroes.

Samet Sons

1975