The Slippery Path

The Slippery Path ·درب الزلق

"Darb Al-Zalaq" is a classic Kuwaiti TV series that offers a window into Gulf Arab culture through the comedic and often poignant tale of two brothers, Hussein and Saad. Driven by their desire for quick wealth, they embark on a series of ill-fated business ventures, only to find themselves repeatedly caught in the traps of their own making. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, the series explores themes of greed, family ties, and the unpredictable twists of fate that are central to Arab storytelling. Through humor and satire, "Darb Al-Zalaq" reflects the challenges of balancing tradition and modernity in the Gulf, making it a cultural touchstone that resonates with audiences across generations.

Comedy

Drama

The Slippery Path ·درب الزلق

Comedy

Drama

Created By
First Aired on: Sep 16, 1977
Popularity: 3.1175: 3 votes
Networks: (KW)
Production: Kuwait TV (KW)
Status: Ended: Show Ended

Seasons & episodes

Total 1 seasons, 13 episodes

Season 1

Aired 48 years ago

13 Episodes

Episode 1Episode 130 min
Abu Saleh resents the decision of the Home Appraisal Committee and does not want to sell his house, and quarrels with his neighbour, Hussein, for leaving his motorbike on the road and Saad informs his mother of his desire to marry.
Episode 2Episode 230 min
The valuation committee measures Hussein's house, the latter tries to bribe the employee, and Hussein is late for his work and his manager does not agree to sign the delay receipt.
Episode 3Episode 330 min
Hussein receives the home appraisal message, and succeeds in convincing the committee to raise the appraisal price, while Posand fights with the commission to reduce the price of his home.
Episode 4Episode 430 min
Hussein receives the money the right to value the house and he thinks with his brother Saad about working on a project to invest the money and Hussein gets fired from his work.
Episode 5Episode 530 min
Saad and his mother try to persuade Hussein to apologize to his uncle, Hussein opens the shoe-selling project and Saad asks for his share or be the owner of the project, and the two go to Saleh to ask for his daughter's hand for Saad.