6.2/1070 votes#1 - 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
- 5.7/1056 votes
#2 - 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
- 6.4/1049 votes
#3 - 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
- 7.2/1082 votes
#4 - 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
- 6.0/1051 votes
#5 - 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
- 5.1/1046 votes
#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
The Best Episodes of African Folktales Reimagined Season 1
Every episode of African Folktales Reimagined Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of African Folktales Reimagined Season 1!
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
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Katera of the Punishment Island" is the best rated episode of "African Folktales Reimagined" season 1. It scored 6.2/10 based on 70 votes. Directed by Loukman Ali and written by N/A, it aired on 3/29/2023. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Halima's Choice".