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When a mysterious virus threatens children’s lives, an ordinary father becomes ‘Captain Shedeed’, facing his nemesis, Dr. Sam, in a race against time to choose between fear and responsibility, and to prove power comes from courage and moral choice.
Captain Shedeed is a family superhero series set in a grounded, distinctly Egyptian world where heroism is tested not by superpowers, but by choices. The story follows a simple father living an ordinary life, who is suddenly forced into extraordinary circumstances when a dangerous virus begins to spread, threatening the lives of children. Behind the outbreak stands Dr. Sam, a brilliant but morally corrupt scientist who believes the end justifies any means. As the creator of the virus, Dr. Sam seeks control, power, and recognition—regardless of the human cost.

Caught between his responsibilities as a father and his growing role as Captain Shedeed, the hero embarks on a tense journey to stop the virus, protect the innocent, and confront his own fears and limitations. His struggle is not only against Dr. Sam, but against doubt, exhaustion, and the weight of moral responsibility. Blending stop-motion animation, 2D animation, and live-action, Captain Shedeed offers a visually ambitious experience that merges fantasy, adventure, and humour with deeply rooted social and emotional themes. The series invites young audiences and families to question what real strength means, and whether courage lies in power, or in standing up when everything is at stake.

Credits

Director
Ramy El Gabry
Screenwriter
Ramy El Gabry
Producer
Ramy El Gabry
Production Company
Divine Touch Productions

About the Director

Ramy El Gabry
Ramy El Gabry grew up creating imaginary worlds on the kitchen floor, inspired by the everyday sounds of their home. Ramy studied cinema at the International Academy, learning from filmmakers including Ali Badrakhan and Tawfiq Saleh, and later trained under directors such as Dawood Abdel Sayed. Over the past 15 years, they have written, produced, and directed numerous short films in collaboration
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