Yango Play unveils teaser for new crime thriller series ‘Prestige'
Directed by Amr Salama and written by Ingy Abou El-Soud, the series is produced by The Planet Studios.
Yango Play, the all-in-one super entertainment platform, has dropped the teaser for its latest original series, Prestige, set to premiere in April. Designed as the post-Ramadan binge, the series blends crime and suspense in a dramatic framework, further expanding Yango's lineup of original productions.
Directed by Amr Salama and written by Ingy Abou El-Soud, Prestige is produced by The Planet Studios, the powerhouse behind hit productions like Safah El Giza (The Giza Killer) and Bimbo. The series boasts a star-studded cast, including Mohamed Abdel Rahman, Mostafa Gharib, Randa Ebeid, Dina, Sami Maghawry, Bassam Ragab, Alaa Sanan, Amina El Banna, Moaz Nabil and Omar El Sherif. Additionally, rapper Ziad Zaza and content creator Abdulaaty make notable appearances.
The teaser sets a suspenseful tone, transporting viewers to an old café in the heart of Cairo, where a group of people becomes stranded due to an unexpected storm. However, the real tension begins when a sudden power outage exposes a shocking murder, transforming the situation into an intense whodunit filled with mystery and intrigue.
Spanning eight episodes, Prestige offers an experience for thriller enthusiasts, seamlessly intertwining suspense and crime with sharp comedic moments to keep audiences engaged until the very end.
Available across the Middle East and Egypt, Yango Play can be accessed on all devices. For a limited time, the platform is offering a free one-month trial, giving users the chance to explore a diverse library of exclusive and premium content tailored to various tastes.
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