The Hero (2025)
Synopsis
After risking his life to pull a teenager from the clutches of a fatal fire, a middle-aged man becomes a local hero – only to find himself amidst an inevitable power battle against a cunning thug.
Network
MBC Shahid
Episodes
Displacement
In a crisis-ridden village, Youssef opens his school to displaced villagers fleeing a nearby battlefield, unaware that his decision will put him to a major test.
Ticking Bomb
As the cold tightens its grip on everyone, chaos intensifies between the villagers, leaving Youssef torn between two bitter choices: provide for them or let fate take its course.
Life And Death
As the village mourns, Youssef tries to maintain order. Tensions rise between Marwan and Maryam over their future. Faraj rescues a starving baby.
The First Disappointment
After family tensions escalate, Rama’s father refuses that Faraj marries her. On the other hand, Adnan is hellbent on revenge — no matter how.
The Fire
Youssef refuses to succumb to Adnan’s threats and is determined to keep protecting his home and the displaced villagers. Yet, an untamable fire places him before an unknown fate.
The Hero
Youssef returns home, but things are no longer the way they used to be—for him and his family. An honest cry for help from the displaced goes viral on social media, upsetting the authorities.
New Beginnings
Rania is overwhelmed by fatigue. Faraj tries to make things right with Youssef, who gives him an ultimatum. Maryam gets cold feet about her travel plans.
Reality Check
Faraj tries to make up with the villagers. Rama struggles to adapt to her new home. Maryam finds herself torn between two bitter choices.
Disappointments
Rama feels homesick and longs for her mum. The authorities hold a ceremony at the school to honour Youssef – but there’s more than meets the eye…
The Hero
Zayd’s arrival strikes suspicion among the villagers. Tensions rise between Youssef and Majd. Faraj embarks on his new job, but his recklessness soon puts him in danger.
Fake Bombs
Rama is desperate to find someone to help Faraj. Maryam hides a secret from her mum, who is fighting a battle at home and at work.
Confronting Disability
Youssef stuggles to accept his new assignment at work. Faraj is forced to enter a new world to make money. Imad puts Rania in a tough position.
Reclaiming Your Place
Rania tries to be a shoulder to cry on for Youssef, whose struggle with disability grows by the day. The school’s ground floor is flooded with water while Faraj sinks deeper into the world of smuggling.
Fortunes Reversed
Despite being seen as a traitor and a felon by the villagers, Faraj stands up against everyone. Youssef’s health deteriorates by the day.
The Hero
Youssef’s role as a mediator diminishes by the day. The bombings intensify near the village, pushing everybody to flee.
Under Siege
Rania tries to bring her family together amidst the bombings. The villagers are concerned about the lack of resources. Maryam’s fear pushes her to follow her heart.
Kill Or Get Killed
Faraj returns from the battlefield with a psychological burden. Youssef faces the reality of holding a weapon. Marwan and Maryam confront their fear of what’s to come.
The Monster
A guilt-ridden Faraj breaks down in front of Youssef, who tries to go back to teaching. Rania faces the unthinkable.
Pending Matters
Rania is stuck between a rock and a hard place. Faraj’s power grows by the day. Maryam and Marwan try to seize the opportunity to leave the country.
The Beginning Of Destruction
Faraj is under more pressure to continue his smuggling operations. Maryam warns Majd about drifting towards the dark side while the family prepares for her marriage celebration.
Who Am I?
Maryam tries to make her way out of the village with Marwan and asks for Faraj’s help. Youssef finds out about Imad’s harassment against Rania, which puts him under a major moral test.
The Beginning Of Confrontation
After the shooting outside the municipality, Rania and Youssef stand at a crossroads again. The police arrive in the village for the compulsory military service, putting Marwan and Maryam in a tough situation.
Stain
Rania is disappointed with Youssef, who later scolds Faraj at the wrong timing. Maryam and Marwan suffer a setback in their relationship.
Episode 24
Faraj asserts his dominance as he scolds Adnan for the trouble he has caused. Majd’s guilt takes him over. Maryam spirals into despair after losing contact with Marwan.
The End Is Not Here
Maryam is forced to face a harsh reality all alone. Sulafa turns to Faraj for help to flee the country immediately. Imad threatens Rania.
Episode 26
While Maryam does all she can to get smuggled outside the country, Sulafa’s reputation in the village is tarnished. Rama’s jealousy goes out of hand.
Episode 27
Maryam and Sulafa seek another smuggler to help them. Faraj takes a bold step in Youssef’s presence. Majd tries to prove himself in front of everyone.
Episode 28
After reaching a dead end, Maryam has no choice but to confide in her mum, who is determined to get her out of trouble. Faraj’s mother defends Rama.
Episode 29
Youssef leaves letters for Rania, Maryam and Majd, pouring out everything he never dared to say to their faces. Rama is determined to stay away from Faraj, who later plans a new mission.
Episode 30
Faraj offers the villagers a deal that will put him above all. But when Maryam discovers what he really does for a living, his plans are upended after a heated confrontation between them.
Cast
Details
Original Title
البطل
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
30
Production
MBC Shahid
