Israel / SEASON

Season 1

12 listed episodes · First aired June 29, 2013

Season overview

A Haredi family living in an ultra-Orthodox neighborhood of Jerusalem reckons with love, loss and the doldrums of daily life.

EPISODE GUIDE

Episodes

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E1Everybody Are Looking for Love

As he mourns his late mother alongside his father Shulem, Akiva starts a new job where he meets a woman named Elisheva who diverts his attention.

E2Elisheva Agrees to Meet Akiva

While Akiva looks to get better acquainted with Elisheva, his sister Giti tries to figure out her husband's whereabouts.

E3Shulem Pushes Akiva to Get Engaged

Giti must secure a new opportunity in secret as Shulem urges Akiva to meet with a woman named Esti.

E4Giti and Akiva Find Jobs

Akiva and Giti each consider a financial proposition while their brother Zvi Arye looks to resolve a pesky problem at home with his wife Tovi.

E5Akiva hasitates

A major event leaves Akiva with second thoughts and troubles Shulem, who has other concerns about his co-worker Aliza.

E6Shulem Feels Guilt

Shulem and Akiva deal with the repercussions of their fallout as Giti and her children cope with the realities of their home life.

E7Akiva's Portrait

After a robber invades Giti's home, Shulem and Akiva both experience revelations at their respective jobs.

E8Oy No No

An incident spurs Shulem to ponder his mortality as Akiva helps his friend after trying to connect with Elisheva.

E9The Baby

In the pursuit of romance, Akiva and Shulem both take bold steps. Meanwhile, Giti faces resistance from her daughter Ruchami over family news.

E10The White Man

A significant shift takes place at Shulem's school. A stipulation affects Akiva's marital status. Elsewhere, a familiar face returns.

E11Kolonia

An admission leads to an unexpected outcome for Akiva, Giti privately wrestles with a life-changing choice and their grandmother faces hardship.

E12Cry Here

Lipa adjusts to home, Gitti takes a vacation. Shulem pushes his mother to give up the TV. Akiva tells Shulem about his agreement with Elisheva.