To Dad and Mom with Love
Season 1
1980 • 13 Episodes
In the heart of 1980s Kuwait, a middle-class family faces quiet but mounting pressures behind closed doors. As everyday events spiral into deeper emotional challenges, parents and children alike struggle to protect their bonds in a home caught between tradition and change.
Episodes
1. The Crutch
October 1, 1980
A family accident sparks tension at home, revealing unspoken frustrations and emotional distance among its members.
2. The Watchful Eye
October 8, 1980
A father’s concern over his children’s behavior grows, as troubling signs begin to surface in both home and school.
3. The Project
October 15, 1980
A new business venture pulls one parent away from the family, leaving the burden of responsibility to grow heavier at home.
4. The Secretary
October 22, 1980
Lingering doubts and long hours at work begin to erode the trust between husband and wife.
5. The Return
October 29, 1980
Domestic disagreements deepen, casting a shadow over the children’s well-being and stability.
6. Sick Leave
November 5, 1980
When the heart of the household steps away, the family is forced to confront just how much they’ve taken for granted.
7. The Gift
November 12, 1980
An attempt to bring relief into the home is disrupted by behavior that sparks disappointment and concern.
8. Such a Good Boy
November 19, 1980
A guest’s extended stay stirs quiet resentment, as cracks in the family’s unity become harder to ignore.
9. Dawaih
November 26, 1980
Unspoken rivalries and comparisons unsettle the household, stirring feelings of jealousy and alienation.
10. The Nightmare (Part 1)
December 3, 1980
As exam season begins, pressure builds—leading some to take risks, while others begin to falter under the weight.
11. The Nightmare (Part 2)
December 10, 1980
Consequences take shape as the family struggles to regain control, unsure how to guide those who’ve lost their way.
12. Relief
December 17, 1980
A financial setback threatens the family’s security, testing pride, dependence, and the strength of sibling ties.
13. The Awaited Guest
December 24, 1980
A coming change stirs both joy and anxiety, forcing each family member to reevaluate their place in the home.