Bahloul: The Wisest of the Madmen — Season 1, Episode 1: episode one
Comedy, Family • 30 min • 3 seasons, 1 episodes
Episode synopsis
Abu Wahb pretends to be insane and rides a reed as if it were a horse, earning him the name Bahloul. When a valuable necklace is stolen and the judge imprisons three people, Bahloul helps identify the real thief and clears the other two
About Bahloul: The Wisest of the Madmen
A Syrian historical series about the people of the Karkh district in Baghdad. Among its residents is a man called Abu Wahb, a wise and righteous figure who solves the city’s problems. The caliph intended to appoint him as Chief Judge, but fearing for his faith, Abu Wahb was instructed to feign madness. He then began appearing in public riding a reed, and people gave him the name ‘Bahloul.