Rotana Group


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25/03/2026

Rotana Group is a media group that owns a network of television channels and radio stations catering to both Arab and international audiences. It offers specialized entertainment and educational programs around the clock, including talk shows and programs covering general topics such as culture, arts, society, and sport.

Rotana channels

Rotana includes sixteen channels, some of which are free-to-air while others are encrypted, all featuring high-definition quality. These channels are Rotana Cinema KSA, Rotana Cinema Egypt, Rotana Classic, Rotana Comedy, Rotana Khalijia, LBC, Rotana Drama, Rotana Mousica, Rotana Clip, Cinéma+ FR (a channel broadcasting Arabic films subtitled in French), Rotana Aflam+ HD, Cinema+ US (a channel broadcasting Arabic films subtitled in English, targeting viewers in the United States), Rotana+ HD, Kids (a children's channel), M+ HD (a music channel), and Al Resala.

Films on Rotana channels

Artistic content is a key part of Rotana channels, which own a vast library of Arabic films available for viewing on television or through Rotana VOD. Rotana broadcasts Arabic films via Rotana Cinema, Rotana Aflam, and Rotana Classic (a channel specializing in classic films). Additionally, it offers programs that introduce artistic figures to audiences through exclusive interviews and discussions, along with reports on the latest news about Arab and international celebrities and artists.

Music on Rotana channels

Rotana channels give special attention to music through Rotana Mousica and Rotana Clip, which showcase concerts, music videos, and performances by both contemporary and past-generation artists.

Other Rotana channels

Rotana Khalejia is a channel that focuses on Saudi and Gulf affairs, including economic, political, and artistic topics.

LBC is a channel that focuses on women's interests, including lifestyle, cooking, fashion, health and finance programs, as well as Egyptian and Arabic series.

Rotana Drama is a channel that broadcasts television series around the clock.

Al Resala is a channel that presents television content aimed at promoting peace and noble values, and countering extremism and terrorism. It seeks to reach audiences in English, French, Urdu, and Malay.

Rotana studios

Rotana owns studios that produce, distribute, and market content. It is one of the leading producers and owners of Arabic films, holding a significant share of both newly produced and classic Arabic films, with a catalog of approximately two thousand titles. Additionally, Rotana supplies Arabic films to television channels and streaming platforms.

Rotana Studios Library

Rotana Studios holds a vast library of Arabic films, some of which were produced nearly a century ago. Rotana is one of the largest owners and distributors of new Arabic films, accounting for 60 percent of the films produced.

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