About this season
In a community bound by an age-old tradition, how possible is it to revamp a business for the dead? A Moroccan-Belgian entrepreneur attempts to find out.
Episodes (8)
1. Pilot
Aired 26 October 2021 • 51 min
In Brussels, first-generation Moroccan immigrant and funerary business owner Omar retires, leaving his right-hand daughter and rebellious son in charge.
2. Barking Dogs
Aired 2 November 2021 • 46 min
Convinced that his idea is the future of the business, Ismael sets out to do some marketing with JB. Meanwhile, Omar keeps a big secret from his family.
3. Death of a Promise
Aired 9 November 2021 • 50 min
Ismael's one-off burial suddenly becomes the firm's specialty, so along with Nadia they prepare for the next one — a challenging, high-profile service.
4. He Who Digs a Well
Aired 16 November 2021 • 45 min
To buy Vanessa's silence and save the project, Ismael and JB get crafty and think out of the box. A miserable Rachid faces criticism from the community.
5. Palace Street
Aired 23 November 2021 • 45 min
Business booms and the firm gets nominated for an award, so Ismael sets out to secure funds for an expansion amid clashes with Rachid over customers.
6. Concession F24
Aired 30 November 2021 • 48 min
A tragic event ends Omar's trip and his return sets off a series of revelations and clashes complicating Ismael's situation. Brahim's truth gets out.
7. Diwan Awards
Aired 7 December 2021 • 44 min
Ahead of the Diwan Awards, Nadia scrambles to save the business and seeks Ismael's help. The arrival of an unannounced guest stirs up some family drama.
8. Nejma
Aired 14 December 2021 • 52 min
A furious Ismael heads out on a risky mission to Tangiers, his Moroccan hometown, putting family ties and the business at stake.