Top Israeli Tv Shows【 2025 】

At times like these, finding the little things that bring you comfort and make you smile—like watching some of the Top Israeli Tv Shows—can be the secret to staying calm.

Top Israeli TV Shows:

Fauda (Netflix)

So, watching several of the best Israeli TV series in English may be just what you need. Here are the 10 best TV series originating from Israel to make your isolation time more fun.

The word “Fauda” translates to “chaos” in Arabic, which perfectly captures the essence of the series. As one of the Top Israeli TV Shows, it’s inspired by the experiences of creator and actor Lior Raz, and explores covert operations. Lior served in the Duvdevan Unit, famous for its secret missions.

The plot follows the protagonist as he reunites with his former unit to track down a known terrorist. As the mission progresses, the protagonist goes undercover. The line between good and evil becomes blurred. It becomes harder to distinguish between hero and villain.

Annex: The series has four seasons and is preparing the fifth, due out in 2026.

It addresses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from two points of view. It combines intense action with complex characters. Its success has established Lior Raz as a benchmark in Israeli entertainment.

Hostages (Netflix)

“Hostages”, called ‘Bnei Aruba’ in Hebrew, is an exciting Israeli thriller. The narrative focuses on a burglary. It has many unexpected twists and turns that keep viewers interested. Dr.

Yael Danon (Ayelet Zurer) must poison the prime minister on the operating table. Should she fail to comply, the attackers surrounding her house will harm her family. This includes her naughty son, her husband and her pregnant teenage daughter.

The motive of the invaders remains a mystery. This is merely one of the numerous mysteries in the series. The series focuses more on human decisions than politics. These decisions occur in life and death situations.

Annex: Tension grows within the Danon family and among the captors. This makes it hard to tell who are the victims and who are the villains. Its relentless narrative has made it a benchmark of Israeli psychological thrillers.

In Treatment / BeTipul (HBO)

Attributed to Israeli television’s worldwide broadcast, “In Treatment” is a direct adaptation of the 2005 hit series, BeTipul. As one of the Top Israeli TV Shows, the series follows a therapist and his complicated relationships with his patients. It shows the dynamics of therapy in a subtle way.

Annex: The series has been hailed as one of the best Israeli dramas of all time, winning Emmy and Golden Globe awards. Its intimate format and deep dialogue influenced adaptations in multiple countries.

Homeland (Showtime)

Homeland is based on the Israeli series Prisoners of War. The story follows Carrie Mathison, a CIA agent. She investigates a prisoner of war who may face compromise.

Annex: The original Israeli series, Hatufim, depicts the trauma of soldiers who are released after years of captivity. Homeland adapts this idea to the U.S. context and becomes an international phenomenon.

The Baker and the Beauty” (Amazon Prime)

This telenovela follows the romance between Amos, a humble baker, and Noa, a supermodel. Featuring an overprotective Yemeni Jewish mother and dramatic obstacles, the series mixes comedy and romance.

Annex: Channel 4’s Walter Iuzzolino describes it as “an addictive and delightful remedy.” Its success lies in its balance of humor and melodrama, reflecting the cultural tensions in Israeli society.

When Heroes FLY (NETFLIX)

The series is based on Israel’s The A Word. It is known for its careful portrayal of autism and how it affects family life.

Annex: *Won Best Series at the 2018 Canneseries Festival. Its dual narrative (Israel-Colombia) and focus on post-war trauma make it unique.

The A Word (BBC)

Follows the Hughes family after their youngest son’s autism diagnosis, exploring communication and personal growth.

Many people recognize it for its careful portrayal of autism and its effects on family life.

Srugim (Amazon Prime)

Compared to Friends but in an Orthodox context, it follows religious singles in Jerusalem.

Annex: Addresses issues such as feminism, homosexuality and divorce in religious communities, offering a look rarely seen on television.

Shtisel (Netflix)

Drama about the ultra-Orthodox Shtisel family, starring Akiva (Michael Aloni).

Annex: The series has been praised for showing the haredi community in a more human way. It highlights their struggles between tradition and modern life without using stereotypes.

Mixed Signals (Fox)

Comedy about three friends balancing relationships and independence.

Annex: Although less known internationally, it is an example of Israeli thematic diversity, with snappy humor and relatable characters.

Checkout (Netflix)

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Pagar is the Israeli comedy that turned a supermarket into a carnival of unforgettable characters. Counted among the Top Israeli TV Shows, it’s packed with viral phrases, everyday humor, and a cast that rocks—this series is as addictive as snacking while waiting in line.

Seven Figures   (Netflix)

Can you imagine winning the lottery and being sent to school before being paid? In Seven Figures, that happens to six lucky people who must learn not to melt into jets and whims. With seven prizes under its arm, this Israeli series is a little gem. You laugh, you reflect… and you even do the math!

Kissufim

Kissufim narrates the life of young soldiers in a kibbutz next to Gaza en 1977, in times of fragile peace and strong wills. Based on real events and filmed on location before the 2023 attack, it is a film that hurts more today, but also moves. History, memory and humanity on the front line.

 A Body That Works

A Body That Works starts with a surrogacy deal, but ends up entangling hearts, secrets and more than one couple. This 7-episode series features the heartthrob from “Fauda” and Gal Gadot’s best friend. It has drama, tension, and humor in just the right amounts.

East Side

East Side blends fiction and reality in tense Jerusalem. Counted among the Top Israeli TV Shows, it portrays people fighting over houses and memories, meter by meter. Based on real events, with drama and uncomfortable truth, it’s ideal if you like stories that don’t wash their hands. Watch it on Netflix

Black Space  (Channel 13)

Black Space opens with a school shooting and a case that seems solved… until it’s not. This Israeli series draws inspiration from an unsolved true crime. It combines suspense, social criticism, and surprising twists that keep you hooked. Ideal for marathoning with the lights on.

Nevsu (Channel 12)

Nevsu is an Israeli comedy about a blended family navigating the delights (and entanglements) of multicultural parenting. It won an Emmy and came back with a bang thanks to Netflix, which revived it for new audiences. Ideal for a good laugh while the world gets complicated.

The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem (Netflix)

The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem is a novel with love, secrets and family drama that crosses generations and eras. With a Turkish café feel and first class actors, this Israeli gem takes you on a journey through Jerusalem and its history. Ideal for marathoning with a blanket and nostalgia.

Borders (Netflix)

Looking for a series with drama and personal shenanigans? Borders are for you.

Avi is a young man searching for purpose. He joins the Israeli Border Police to confront his past. However, he becomes more tangled than a headphone cord.

Meni Yaesh created this 8-episode series, which stars Ben Sultan, Niv’s brother from “Tehran.” Netflix changed the name to make it sound less warlike.

Between Walls   (HOT)

“Between the Walls is a documentary that shows the tension in Jerusalem. It follows a diverse border police team as they deal with challenges of faith and work.” Premiering in 2021 on HOT, now available streaming, it invites you to explore the complex from the inside.

Other series you can’t miss from Top Israeli Tv Shows are:

• Tehran (Apple TV+): Thriller about a Mossad spy in Iran, with reviews for its realism and performances.
• The series “The Jews are Coming” (Hay’hudim Ba’im) is humorous.. It looks at Jewish history with humor, from Moses to today. Controversial and unfiltered, it leaves no one with a single head… and no tablet of the commandments intact.
• Our Boys” is an intense series based on true events that narrates a brutal crime and the investigation that unmasks it. Uncomfortable but necessary, it confronts you with the harshest truths of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
• Shababnikim (The New Black): Comedy about rebellious ultra-Orthodox youth, with a fresh look at religion and modernity.