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The Best Episodes of African Folktales Reimagined

Every episode of African Folktales Reimagined ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of African Folktales Reimagined!

Six beloved African folktales are boldly reimagined in this multilingual anthology series exploring themes of grief, love, and mysticism.
Genres:DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
Network:Netflix

Best Episodes Summary

"Enmity Djinn" is the best rated episode of "African Folktales Reimagined". It scored 7.2/10 based on 82 votes. Directed by Mohamed Echkouna and written by N/A, it aired on 3/29/2023. This episode scored 0.8 points higher than the second highest rated, "Anyango and the Ogre".

  • Enmity Djinn
    7.2/1082 votes
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    #1 - Enmity Djinn

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 3/29/2023

    An elderly woman is forced to confront a malevolent djinn that once haunted her past. From Mauritanian director Mohamed Echkouna.

    Director: Mohamed Echkouna

    Writer: N/A

  • Anyango and the Ogre
    6.4/1049 votes
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    #2 - Anyango and the Ogre

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 3/29/2023

    Three children and their mother seek solace in a folktale as they attempt to escape an abusive father. From Kenyan director Voline Ogutu.

    Director: Voline Ogutu

    Writer: N/A

  • Katera of the Punishment Island
    6.2/1070 votes
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    #3 - Katera of the Punishment Island

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/29/2023

    Abandoned on an island, a woman grieving the loss of her baby exacts revenge on the powerful man who put her there. From Ugandan director Loukman Ali.

    Director: Loukman Ali

    Writer: N/A

  • Katope
    6.0/1051 votes
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    #4 - Katope

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 3/29/2023

    A young girl born at the onset of a drought encounters a mysterious rain bird. From Tanzanian director Walt Mzengi.

    Director: Walt Mzengi Corey

    Writer: N/A

  • Halima's Choice
    5.7/1056 votes
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    #5 - Halima's Choice

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/29/2023

    Forced into an arranged marriage, Halima turns to a stranger - and the virtual world of Napata - for help. From Nigerian director Korede Azeez.

    Director: Korede Azeez

    Writer: N/A

  • MaMlambo
    5.1/1046 votes
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    #6 - MaMlambo

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/29/2023

    A mystical river being, Uma'Mlambo, watches over troubled women. From South African director Gcobisa Yako.

    Director: Gcobisa Yako

    Writer: N/A