BBC Acquires 'Kabul' Drama on U.S. Exit From Afghanistan

WHO:

Variety - The series "Kabul" stars the late Eric Dane and Shervin Alenabi.

Deadline - The series is produced by Mediawan for the European Alliance of broadcasters.

WHAT:

Variety - The BBC has acquired the thriller series "Kabul."

Deadline - "Kabul" is a six-part drama that follows the chaotic evacuation of various characters, including diplomats, soldiers, and civilians.

WHERE:

Variety - The series is set against the backdrop of the U.S. troops' withdrawal from Afghanistan and the Taliban's return to Kabul.

WHEN:

Deadline - The events depicted in "Kabul" are based on real-life occurrences in Afghanistan from 2021.

WHY:

Variety - The series explores the themes of chaos and evacuation during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.

HOW:

Variety - The show portrays the experiences of various characters during the evacuation process.

(UPDATED July 24, 2026 11:31 UTC)

The BBC has acquired the thriller series "Kabul," which is produced by Mediawan for the European Alliance of broadcasters. This six-part drama, starring the late Eric Dane and Shervin Alenabi, is set against the backdrop of the U.S. troops' withdrawal from Afghanistan and the Taliban's return to Kabul, following the chaotic evacuation of diplomats, soldiers, and civilians. "Kabul" explores the themes of chaos and evacuation, depicting real-life occurrences from Afghanistan in 2021.