Looking for some binge-worthy television shows that celebrate Jewish culture and feature Jewish characters? Look no further than this list of 10 popular shows available on streaming services. From the award-winning “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” to the groundbreaking “Transparent,” these shows offer a diverse range of perspectives on Jewish life and identity. Whether you’re in the mood for comedy, drama, or action, there’s something on this list for everyone. So grab your favorite snack and settle in for a binge-watch session of these 10 Jewish shows.
1. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Available on Amazon Prime Video
Set in the 1950s, this award-winning series follows the story of Miriam “Midge” Maisel, a Jewish housewife who discovers her talent for stand-up comedy after her husband leaves her. The Maisel family celebrates Passover in the second season, complete with a seder and traditional dishes like matzo ball soup and brisket.
2. Transparent
Available on Amazon Prime Video
This groundbreaking series follows the story of the Pfefferman family, a Jewish family living in Los Angeles, as they navigate their personal and collective identities and relationships.
3. Broad City
Available on Hulu
This comedy series follows the lives of two Jewish women, Abbi and Ilana, as they navigate their way through their 20s in New York City.
4. Seinfeld
Available on Hulu
This classic sitcom, created by Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David, features many Jewish culture references and characters, including the iconic character of Jerry Seinfeld himself.
5. Curb Your Enthusiasm
Available on HBO Max
Created by Larry David, the co-creator of Seinfeld, this comedy series follows the fictionalized version of Larry David as he navigates his personal and professional life in Los Angeles.
6. Unorthodox
Available on Netflix
This limited series tells the story of a young Jewish woman named Esty, who leaves her ultra-Orthodox community in Brooklyn and moves to Berlin to start a new life.
7. Fauda
Available on Netflix
This Israeli political thriller follows the lives of an Israeli special forces unit as they pursue a notorious Hamas terrorist.
8. Shtisel
Available on Netflix
This Israeli drama series follows the lives of an ultra-Orthodox Jewish family living in Jerusalem as they navigate their personal relationships and religious obligations.
9. The Nanny
Available on HBO Max
This classic sitcom features the Jewish character of Fran Fine, a nanny from Queens who goes to work for a wealthy Jewish family in Manhattan.
10. Hunters
Available on Amazon Prime Video
This drama series follows a diverse group of Nazi hunters in 1970s New York City who discover a plot to create a Fourth Reich in America. The main character, played by Al Pacino, is a Jewish survivor of the Holocaust.
No matter what mood you are for a streaming binge, these 10 Jewish shows are a great way to experience Jewish culture and storytelling. From the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel to Hunters, these shows offer a diverse range of genres and styles which earn them the title of the ChiTribe Top 10 Jewish Streaming Shows. Whether you are in the mood for a classic comedy like Seinfeld or a more dramatic series like Unorthodox, these shows are definitely worth a watch. In case you didn’t already binge these during the pandemic, time to relax, and enjoy some of the best Jewish content that streaming has to offer.
