Ramy

I was sitting watching tv when the trailer for this series came on.

Something felt wrong.

As a Muslim who grew up in a Western society for 22 years, I do not like the way Muslims are being portrayed.

Speaking as an Egyptian-American Muslim, I can relate to a lot of what happens on the show. I've been through similar struggles before and I'm even currently going through that same identity struggle. One of the great aspects of the show that I can't stress enough is it's authenticity. While these struggles obviously don't portray what every Muslim goes through, I have been able to relate to most of the aspects of the show through either past experiences I've been through myself or through someone else I know. From the struggles that Ramy personally experiences, or the struggles that his sister and parents deal with, they all show a truth that many of us have lived with and it's refreshing seeing this accurate depiction.

The show is obviously controversial, as it deals with the struggles a Muslim might face while trying to balance beliefs and desires. I think it deals well with the controversy by not shying away from it. Not everyone might like the way that a Muslim might be portrayed but I think it does well in showing this other side of faith and having to deal with that struggle, and that even the most devout Muslims should be able to empathize with.

Regardless, the show is extremely well done. Everyone's acting on the show is beyond incredible, and goes to show the insane amount of talent that a lot of these actors have, even characters with minor roles. The writing is a bit iffy at times, but it still does an overall incredible job and provides a perfect mix of comedy while still keeping true to the purpose of the show in beautifully showing Ramy's identity struggle. Loved the soundtrack as well!

Before watching the show I was a bit skeptical at how it would turn out, but I have been incredibly surprised. It's amazing that there's finally a show that deals with the life of a Middle Eastern person living in the 'West'. All in all though, this isn't a great show because it's the first of its kind. This is a great show because it simply is a great show. An incredible job and I can't wait to see more of either this show or similar projects in the future.

As a saudi muslim living in america i can say this is the story of my life. i cant Believe what I'm watching its soooooo good. every episode is better than the last one I am so blown away. of my favourite shows

I loved season 1 funny, original, and thought provoking. Season 2 takes on a different tone that still is original and thought provoking but not as funny as Season 1.

First, this review is from an Arab Muslim because a lot of the negative reviews highlight that they are Arab Muslims. After finishing season 2 of Ramy, I was left with a lot and a lot of questions that needed an answer. answers not from the series or the creators, but from myself. and only me.

Ramy wasn't just a great story during those two seasons. it was a real journey on it we discover how people feel and think and present themselves to the world and the inner state of mind.

each time I thought to myself, "this person needs an episode for him so we can get to know more of the background of him", the series flies by a story that is emotionally captivating and irreversibly makes all the characters very important with their role in the plot.

it taught me things I have never thought of before. for the real people like "Ramy Hassan" out there, I hope they find their way. to pause their life for some time and re-think about the things they do and want.

there is not a single actor who hasn't been AMAZING in this show. I want to thank every single person who helped in creating this work of art and human narration to self and to others.

Ramy: season 1, 9/10 Ramy: Season 2, 10/10