'Kaboul' Series Premieres, Illuminating the Fall of Kabul Through Afghan Perspectives

The European co-production debuts to critical acclaim, blending fictionalized storytelling with real events to portray the 2021 Kabul evacuation and its human impact.

The series 'Kaboul' dramatizes the fall of Kabul in August 2021 and the chaotic evacuation of Afghans and Westerners through a mix of fictionalized and real-life events.
Central to the narrative is the journey of an Afghan family, highlighting the personal sacrifices and struggles faced during their escape from Taliban rule.
Western diplomats and military personnel are depicted navigating the challenges of the evacuation, reflecting the broader geopolitical implications of the U.S. withdrawal.
Creators Olivier Demangel and Thomas Finkielkraut conducted extensive research, including interviews with Afghan witnesses, to authentically portray the crisis.
A European co-production involving France Télévisions, RAI, and ZDF, the series has been praised for its focus on Afghan dignity and its nuanced exploration of displacement and exile.