Director: Maysam Meraji
Cast: Javad Razavian, Elika Abdolrazaghi, Behrad Kharazi, Yasha Jamali, Reza Shafiyjam
Fofo is a 2023 Iranian fantasy-mystery children's series directed by Maysam Meraji, following an alien visitor who lands in an unexpected place on Earth and must find a way to navigate a world utterly unlike his own — blending science-fiction wonder with warm family storytelling.
What is Fofo about?
Fofo, a small creature from a distant planet called Kamado, is snatched away from his home world by a being known as Mitamita, who intends to transport him to a completely different planet. During the journey through space, Fofo is thrown from the spacecraft and tumbles down the chimney of a house belonging to a child named Arta. Stranded in a strange land with no means of returning home, Fofo must adapt to life among humans while the two unlikely companions slowly form a bond. The series unfolds across short, playful episodes that balance comic misunderstandings with genuine warmth, keeping young audiences engaged through each new discovery.
Cast & crew
The series features Javad Razavian, Elika Abdolrazaghi, Behrad Kharazi, Yasha Jamali, Reza Shafiyjam, Setareh Hosseini, and Yousef Sayadi in its ensemble. Director Maysam Meraji brings a light, inventive touch to the production, crafting a world where the everyday and the fantastical sit naturally side by side.
Context & significance
Iranian children's television has a long tradition of blending fantasy with moral warmth, from classic puppet shows to contemporary animated adventures, and Fofo fits squarely within that lineage while giving it a distinctly science-fiction spin. For diaspora families, the series offers a rare chance to share Persian-language children's content that feels both modern and rooted in a recognizable storytelling sensibility. Parents raising kids abroad often search for accessible Farsi-language programming that holds a child's attention without leaning on translation — Fofo, with its short runtime and visual humour, answers that need. The 2023 production date places it among the fresher entries in Iranian family programming, making it a relevant pick for households looking to keep Persian alive for the next generation.
Where & how to watch
Fofo is available on K-Time with the original Persian audio. You can watch on the web, on your TV, or on your phone — no VPN required, no geo-blocking, and no extra download needed. Start watching today and cancel anytime.