Fauda

Name: Fauda
Released: 2015
Cast: Lior Raz, Itzik Cohen, Hisham Suliman, Shadi Mar'i, Laëtitia Eïdo

Israeli agent returns for covert Palestinian missions

Watch on Netflix

About Fauda

Released: 2015

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 4 Seasons

Cast
Lior Raz, Itzik Cohen, Hisham Suliman, Shadi Mar'i, Laëtitia Eïdo, Yuval Segal, Netta Garty, Tomer Kapon, Tsahi Halevi, Yaakov Zada Daniel, Doron Ben-David, Rona-Lee Shim'on, Idan Amedi, Boaz Konforty, Jonathan Avigdori, Aylam Orian, Meirav Shirom, Jameel Khoury, Assaf Cohen, Firas Nassar, Igal Naor, Matt Gottlieb, Ala Dakka, Khalifa Natour, George Iskandar, Marina Maximilian Blumin, Lucy Ayoub, Amir Boutrous, Inbar Lavi, Loai Nofi, Reef Neeman

About Fauda

About

Fauda is a TV drama series that first premiered in 2015. The show depicts the lives of Israeli agents who are part of the Mista'arvim unit, which operates in the undercover counter-terrorism war against Hamas in the West Bank. It focuses on the personal and professional struggles of these agents, as they navigate the complex and dangerous world of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The plot follows Doron Kavillio, a retired Israeli agent who is drawn back into active duty to hunt down a notorious Hamas terrorist, Abu Ahmad. As the story unfolds, it explores themes of loyalty, revenge, morality, and the impact of the ongoing conflict on individuals and communities.

Making / Production

Fauda was created by Avi Issacharoff and Lior Raz, both of whom served in the elite Duvdevan Unit of the Israeli Defense Forces. Raz also stars in the show as the main protagonist, Doron Kavillio. The series is known for its authentic portrayal of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its gritty realism.

The show extensively uses Arabic and Hebrew languages, adding to its authenticity. The production team collaborated with both Israeli and Palestinian consultants to ensure accuracy and balance in depicting the conflict.

Actors

Lior Raz as Doron Kavillio - the main protagonist and a former Israeli agent
Hisham Suliman as Abu Ahmad - the notorious Hamas terrorist
Laëtitia Eïdo as Dr. Shirin Al Abed - a Palestinian doctor who becomes involved in the conflict
Itzik Cohen as Gabi 'Captain Eyov' Ayub - a senior member of the Mista'arvim unit
Shadi Mar'i as Walid Al Abed - a young Palestinian man caught up in the conflict

Trivia / Interesting Facts

Fauda means "chaos" in Arabic.
The show has gained international acclaim for its realistic portrayal of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Fauda has been praised for its complex characters and morally gray storytelling.
The series has become popular among both Israeli and Palestinian viewers, sparking discussions and debates.

Awards

No significant awards have been won by Fauda as of now.

Quotes

"In this line of work, there are no good guys or bad guys, only survivors." - Doron Kavillio
"Revenge is a never-ending cycle, and it consumes everyone involved." - Dr. Shirin Al Abed
"In war, everyone loses something." - Walid Al Abed

Music

The music score for Fauda was composed by Gilad Benamram. The soundtrack features a blend of traditional West Bank music, Arabic melodies, and suspenseful instrumental tracks, enhancing the tense atmosphere of the series.