HBO Max will broadcast teh first scripted series too depict the devastating Oct. 7 attack on Israel. The streaming service has secured exclusive U.S. rights to the limited series, titled *One Day in October*.
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The four-episode series chronicles Hamas's surprise attack in 2023, which resulted in the deaths of 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals and the kidnapping of 251 others. Filmed on location in Israel, *One Day in October* is based on real-life accounts. Producers describe the project as weaving together "seven emotionally gripping and artistically interwoven narratives of love, courage, sacrifice and survival." The series aims to reveal "the human cost and resilience born out of chaos" through stories of families torn apart, moments of hope, and bravery against the odds, portraying the experiences of victims and survivors.
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The show is scheduled to premiere on Oct. 7, marking the two-year anniversary of the attack.
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Fernando Szew,president of Fox Entertainment Studios,stated that the team approached the series "with the utmost care,sensitivity and urgency" to ensure authenticity and respect for the victims and survivors. He added that the team "have truly created compelling storytelling that we are proud to showcase."
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*one Day in October* is co-produced by Fox Entertainment Studios, yes TV, New York-based Sparks Go, and Israel's ZOA Films.
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Daniel Finkelman, founder of Sparks Go, emphasized that film and television serve as a way to "bear witness" to ordinary people in ext
Did you know? – The Oct. 7 attack, the focus of the series, was a surprise assault by Hamas on Israel. the series aims to portray the human cost of the attack through interwoven narratives of survival and resilience. The show premieres on the second anniversary of the attack.
Daniel Finkelman, founder of Sparks Go, emphasized that film and television serve as a way to “bear witness” to ordinary people in extraordinary moments. “In a time when truth is fragile,” he said, “the moast powerful thing we can do is to appeal to humanity itself. My hope is that these stories will open hearts and spark meaningful conversation.”
Reader question: – How do you think this series will impact the ongoing conversation about the conflict? Share your thoughts on the role of art in addressing sensitive topics like this one.
The Oct. 7 attack triggered a protracted and controversial war between Israel and Hamas. The conflict has led to the deaths of 64,871 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, according to the Palestinian ministry of Health. Approximately 48 Israelis remain held hostage.
Pro tip: – The series is based on real accounts and filmed in Israel. The show aims to portray the human cost and resilience born out of chaos. The series is co-produced by Fox Entertainment Studios,yes TV,Sparks Go,and ZOA Films.
The series is created by Daniel Finkelman and Oded Davidoff. The cast includes Swell Ariel Or, Noa Kedar, Naomi Levov, Hisham Suliman, Wael Hamdoun, and Yuval Semo.
