Unorthodox
A defiant Hasidic woman flees an arranged marriage in Brooklyn for the liberating streets of Berlin, determined to rebuild her life on her own terms—while the relentless grip of her community threatens to drag her back into danger.
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A Hasidic Jewish woman living in Brooklyn escapes an arranged marriage and flees to Berlin, where she is sheltered by a group of musicians. However, her past soon catches up with her.
Seasons & Episodes
Season 14 episodes · premiered Mar 26, 2020
- 1.01Part 1Mar 26, 2020Rate
Estranged from her strict Hasidic upbringing after an unsuccessful first year of marriage, Esty escapes to Berlin, where she begins to discover a sense of independence and self-identity.
- 1.02Part 2Mar 26, 2020Rate
Esty finds herself questioning her past beliefs as she engages with her friends in Berlin, who offer both challenge and support in her personal growth. Meanwhile, Yanky and Moishe set out on a mission to locate her.
- 1.03Part 3Mar 26, 2020Rate
Moishe covertly collects information on Esty, while she seeks assistance to prepare for a crucial scholarship audition.
- 1.04Part 4Mar 26, 2020Rate
Moishe aggressively confronts Esty, prompting her to seek support from Leah. Following Esty's audition, she and Yanky engage in a heated confrontation.
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31 unique people credited
Top billed cast
Shira Haas
as Esther Shapiro
Amit Rahav
as Yanky Shapiro
Jeff Wilbusch
as Moishe Lefkovitch
Alex Reid
as Leah Mandelbaum Schwartz
Ronit Asheri
as Malka Schwartz
Delia Mayer
as Miriam Shapiro (4 Episodes)
Dina Doron
as Babby
Aaron Altaras
as Robert (4 Episodes)
David Mandelbaum
as Zeidy
Gera Sandler
as Mordecai Schwartz
Lili Rosen
as Rabbi
Tamar Amit Joseph
as Yael Roubeni (4 Episodes)
Supporting cast
18Felix Mayr
as Mike (4 Episodes)
Safinaz Sattar
as Dasia (4 Episodes)
Langston Uibel
as Axmed (4 Episodes)
Aziz Dyab
as Salim (4 Episodes)
Yousef Sweid
as Karim Nuri (3 Episodes)
Isabel Schosnig
as Nina (3 Episodes)
Lenn Kudrjawizki
as Igor (2 Episodes)
Harvey Friedman
as Symcha Shapiro (2 Episodes)
Tal Hever
as Aaron Shapiro (2 Episodes)
Ita Korenzecher
as Rivka (2 Episodes)
Michal Birnbaum
as Kallah Teacher (2 Episodes)
Dennenesch Zoude
as Sosena (2 Episodes)
Melissa Weisz
as Chaya (2 Episodes)
Lena Lauzemis
as Dr. Krahne (1 Episode)
Mihaela Sirbu
as Mrs. Cohen (1 Episode)
Lena Kalisch
as Blima (1 Episode)
Irina Potapenko
as Trine (1 Episode)
Malky Goldman
as Sheindi (1 Episode)
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1Awards & Nominations
2 winsIndependent Spirit Award
- Won2021Best Female Performance in a Scripted Series — Shira Haas
Primetime Emmy Award
- Won2020Outstanding Directing for a Limited Series, Movie, or Dramatic Special — Maria Schrader
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