Aussie Comedy Here Come the Habibs Being Adapted for Mexico

The Mexican production company El Estudio has licensed the Australian comedy format Here Come the Habibs from Happy Accidents.

Originally developed and produced in Australia for Channel 9, Here Come the Habibs made its mark as the first mainstream comedy series featuring a Middle Eastern family in a leading role on commercial Australian television.

The comedy series follows the journey of a Lebanese family whose lives transform overnight after they win the lottery. When they move into an upscale neighborhood, cultures clash as the boisterous family shakes up their new, more reserved community.

The format is from the Australian production company Jungle Entertainment.

The Mexican adaptation will be set in Mexico City and aims to provide a fresh perspective, adding new layers of analysis to the familiar fish-out-of-water story. The series explores contemporary themes of class mobility, cultural identity and social integration.

“El Estudio shares our vision for creating content that resonates across cultures while maintaining local authenticity,” said Holly Hines and Eric Jarboe, co-CEOs at Happy Accidents. “Jungle’s format Here Come the Habibs is the perfect vehicle for showcasing the rich diversity of society and the intersectional experience of family through comedy. We’re excited to see this well-loved story reimagined in the vibrant tapestry of Mexico for new audiences.”

Pablo Cruz at El Estudio added, “We’re thrilled to be working with Happy Accidents to bring this exceptional format to Mexico. Their expertise in the U.S. and international markets combined with our deep understanding of Mexican audiences creates the perfect synergy for adapting this fascinating story.”