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Reem Abdullah

Acting Born Feb 20, 1987 Riyad, Arabia Saudita 11 credits

Biography

Reem Abdullah is a Saudi Arabian actress born on February 20, 1987, in Riyadh, Arabia Saudita. She is known for her work in the entertainment industry, particularly in television. Abdullah began her career on the Saudi comedy series "Tash Ma Tash," which is known for its liberal slant and criticism of societal ideologies. She has continued to play leading roles in popular Saudi television series. In 2012, she was invited to star in "Wadjda," a film directed by Haifaa Al-Mansour, which was the first to be shot entirely inside Saudi Arabia. Reem Abdullah's work has contributed to challenging traditional roles of women in Saudi society, making her one of the country's most prominent actresses.

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Career

Career overview

Reem Abdullah is a Saudi Arabian actress known for her work in television and film. She began her career on the Saudi comedy series "Tash Ma Tash," which is notable for its liberal slant and criticism of extreme ideologies within Saudi society. Abdullah's performances in this series helped establish her as a leading figure in Saudi television.

Abdullah's career has also included work in film, with one notable project being her collaboration with Saudi director Haifaa Al-Mansour on the movie "Wadjda." This film was shot inside Saudi Arabia, marking a significant milestone in the country's film industry.

Reem Abdullah has continued to play leading roles in popular Saudi television series, solidifying her position as one of the most well-known actresses in the country. Her career has been marked by a commitment to challenging traditional roles for women in Saudi society, and her work has been widely recognized within the industry.

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Known for

Film

Wadjda

as Mother

Frequent co-stars

Waad Mohammed 1 shared title
Abdullrahman Algohani 1 shared title
Ahd Kamel 1 shared title
Sultan Al Assaf 1 shared title
Dana Abdullilah 1 shared title
Rehab Ahmed 1 shared title
Rafa Al Sanea 1 shared title
Sara Aljaber 1 shared title
Noura Faisal 1 shared title
Talal Loay 1 shared title

Career timeline

Lyali Al Shamsi
Jak El ElmThe Sparks
Apple of Your Eye
Marzouka
Ramez Gone Mad
Almeerath
When The Moon Is Complete
Al Asouf
Wadjda
Hawameer El Sahraa

Full filmography

  • Lyali Al Shamsi (2025) as سارة
  • Jak El Elm (2024) as ام صامل
  • The Sparks (2024)
  • Apple of Your Eye (2023)
  • Marzouka (2022)
  • Ramez Gone Mad (2021)
  • Almeerath (2020) as الجوهرة
  • When The Moon Is Complete (2019)
  • Al Asouf (2018)
  • Wadjda (2012) as Mother
  • Hawameer El Sahraa (2009) as البندري