Published: 9 January 2024
Last updated: 5 March 2024
Diverse Jewish representation has found a home on the small screen thanks to this fresh assortment of television shows, documentaries and miniseries.
The depth and breadth of Jewish characters and storylines on television right now seem endless.
Whether it’s Otto Frank’s heroic secretary Miep Gies or dating guru Aleeza Ben Shalom, the magical Mrs. Maisel or criminal Hasidic Wolfson family – a rich tapestry of Jewish voices and experiences are being played out on our small screens.
In the second installment of our three-part series unpacking the best Jewish media to consume this summer, we break down television: what is out there, how you can stream it and what is worth your time.
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Watch this for… an inspiring tale
A Small Light brings us the story of a lesser-known but essential character in the well-worn Anne Frank narrative – Miep Gies, Otto Frank’s employee who risked her life to help his family, and other Jewish refugees, to hide from the Nazis. Starring Jewish actors Bel Powley and Liev Schreiber, A Small Light is a biographical miniseries that premiered to widespread critical acclaim.
Where to watch: Disney+
