Shtisel

Shtisel

Akiva and Shulem Shtisel, father and son, sit on a little balcony overlooking streets of the Geula neighborhood of Jerusalem. A year has passed since the mother died. All the other children have left the nest, and only Shulam and Akiva remain - quarreling, making up, and laughing about themselves and the rest of the world. All will change when Akiva meets Elisheva.

Drama

Seasons

Everybody Are Looking for Love

1. Everybody Are Looking for Love

Air Date: 2013-06-29

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.

Elisheva Agrees to Meet Akiva

2. Elisheva Agrees to Meet Akiva

Air Date: 2013-07-06

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

Shulem Pushes Akiva to Get Engaged

3. Shulem Pushes Akiva to Get Engaged

Air Date: 2013-07-13

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

Giti and Akiva Find Jobs

4. Giti and Akiva Find Jobs

Air Date: 2013-07-20

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.

Akiva hasitates

5. Akiva hasitates

Air Date: 2013-07-27

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

Shulem Feels Guilt

6. Shulem Feels Guilt

Air Date: 2013-08-03

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

Akiva's Portrait

7. Akiva's Portrait

Air Date: 2013-08-10

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

Oy No No

8. Oy No No

Air Date: 2013-08-17

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

The Baby

9. The Baby

Air Date: 2013-08-24

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

The White Man

10. The White Man

Air Date: 2013-08-31

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

Kolonia

11. Kolonia

Air Date: 2013-09-07

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

Cry Here

12. Cry Here

Air Date: 2013-09-14

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.

Lemons

1. Lemons

Air Date: 2015-10-31

Shulem's brother Nuchem pays the family a timely visit with his daughter Libbi. Elsewhere, Giti and her husband Lippe respond to a peculiar ad.

A Very Important Friend

2. A Very Important Friend

Air Date: 2015-11-07

While Libbi encourages Akiva to seek artistic inspiration, Giti and Lippe find themselves in a debate over a baby name.

Shteingletz and Shutenshtein

3. Shteingletz and Shutenshtein

Air Date: 2015-11-14

As Giti struggles to forgive Lippe, Shulem and Nuchem investigate a matchmaking mystery involving Libbi.

Mauricio

4. Mauricio

Air Date: 2015-11-21

Ruchami and a student named Hanina become closer. Akiva and Libbi confront the tension in the air. Akiva's grandmother receives unfortunate news.

Love Pains

5. Love Pains

Air Date: 2015-11-28

After Akiva is awarded an arts residency, his acceptance speech takes a turn. Giti and Lippe deal with the ramifications of Ruchami's impromptu wedding.

Snow

6. Snow

Air Date: 2015-12-05

Matters of the heart lead Akiva and Shulem to each make rash decisions while Zvi Arye grapples with an important question on his mind.

The Lost Children's Good Will

7. The Lost Children's Good Will

Air Date: 2015-12-12

Akiva seeks space away from his father. Giti tries to facilitate a resolution for Ruchami's situation.

Jerusalem Customs

8. Jerusalem Customs

Air Date: 2015-12-19

Akiva gets immersed in the company of a fellow artist as the Shtisel family quickly comes together after a somber discovery.

The Consoled

9. The Consoled

Air Date: 2015-12-26

As the Shtisels mourn a loss, Akiva must choose between his career and family. Meanwhile, Giti and Lippe force an end to their conflict with Ruchami.

The Tragic Symphony

10. The Tragic Symphony

Air Date: 2016-01-02

Nuchem asks Shulem for help as Akiva faces a roadblock in his efforts to move forward with his life.

Concealment in the Concealment

11. Concealment in the Concealment

Air Date: 2016-01-09

While artistic opportunities yield different results for Akiva and Zvi Arye, Giti and Lippe make some seismic changes within their own family.

Last Of The Season

12. Last Of The Season

Air Date: 2016-01-16

A career triumph comes at a price for Akiva while Giti's family must come to terms with issues on multiple fronts.

White Flags

1. White Flags

Air Date: 2020-12-20

Deep in grief, Akiva struggles to fit into the art world. Shulem makes a mistake, threatening his place in the Cheder. Yosa'le meets the wrong girl.

The Bird

2. The Bird

Air Date: 2020-12-27

Shulem carves his own path, enraging the community. Hanina seeks guidance to break an impasse with Ruchami. Akiva tries to win back his paintings.

Public Telephone

3. Public Telephone

Air Date: 2021-01-03

Yosa'le keeps getting calls, but the line is silent. Under pressure from Giti, he pursues meetings with Shira Levinson. Akiva makes a blunder.

First Smile

4. First Smile

Air Date: 2021-01-10

Akiva finds a surprising savior to help with his daughter's situation. Ruchami makes a difficult decision. Shulem stumbles forth with Nechama.

White

5. White

Air Date: 2021-01-17

Yosa'le struggles with his feelings for the two Shiras. Ruchami and Hanina come to the same conclusion without realizing it. Lippe has an idea.

Cestrum Nocturnum

6. Cestrum Nocturnum

Air Date: 2021-01-24

Akiva panics when he finds himself getting closer to Racheli. Zvi Arie and Tovi have opposing perspectives. Shulem's heart aches, in different ways.

A Long Path that is Short

7. A Long Path that is Short

Air Date: 2021-01-31

Hanina is worried about Ruchami's predicament. Akiva and Racheli discover their truths by enacting a fiction for the social worker.

Mame, Mame

8. Mame, Mame

Air Date: 2021-02-07

Akiva is still blinded by his love for Libbi and can't fully see Racheli. Yosa'le reunites with the first Shira, but Giti disapproves.

Where Does Everyone Suddenly Go?

9. Where Does Everyone Suddenly Go?

Air Date: 2021-02-14

Shulem has confrontations with Akiva, Racheli, Nechama and Nuchem. Ruchami fights for her life, and her baby's.

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Rating

8.1/10

Release Date

2013-06-29

Episodes

33 (3 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

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Production Companies

Abot Hameiri