Netflix is set to release its upcoming Saudi film The Fakenapping, a wild and funny film about bad luck, worse decisions, and the absurd things people do when they’re out of options.
In focus is Sattam (Mohammed AlDokhei), a failed entrepreneur and struggling father who hatches a ridiculous plan to repay his debts: by kidnapping his own father. But when his equally hopeless friends get involved and a loan shark starts closing in, the plan quickly unravels into a storm of bad timing, bigger lies, and even worse decisions.
Blending humor with heartfelt moments, The Fakenapping captures the lengths people will go to for money, pride, and family, and how every choice, no matter how small, comes with a price. At its core, the film holds up a social mirror to the quiet chaos of modern adulthood, the desperation to stay afloat, the greed that clouds judgment, and the fragile illusion of control in a world where everyone is just trying to survive.
Produced by Telfaz11, The Fakenapping is a sharp, self-aware comedy brought to life by a diverse cast including: Mohamad Aldokhei (Sattam), Yazid Almajyul (Yaqoub), Abdulaziz Al Sokayreen (Suleiman) guest star and first time actor Saeed Al-Owairan (Abo Ateq), Abdallah Aldrees (Hamdan), Khaled Hweijan (Abadi), Abrar Faisal (Hiyam), and Ali Mofrah.
The Fakenapping key credits and information
Cast
- Mohamad Aldokhei
- Yazid Almajyul
- Abdulaziz Al Sokayreen
- Saeed Al-Owairan
- Abdallah Aldrees
- Khaled Hweijan
- Abrar Faisal
- Ali Mofrah
Scriptwriters
- Ahmed Amer
- Abdulaziz Alessa
Producer
Abdullah Orabi
Produced by
Telfaz11
Genre
Feature film, comedy
Release Date
Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Thu, Dec 11. Across Saudi, netlflix.com.
