[Editor’s note: This interview contains spoilers for the final episode of Hulu’s “We Were the Lucky Ones.”]
It’s always darkest before the dawn, and that was certainly the case for “We Were the Lucky Ones,” the Hulu miniseries based on the true story of the Kurc family, Jews from Poland who managed to all survive WWII.
The final episode (the show concluded May 2) begins with Halina Kurc (Joey King) imprisoned in Germany. Successfully hiding in plain sight for years, she is eventually captured, and regularly beaten up in jail. All hope seems lost.
“[They were] some of the most intense scenes in the whole show [for] my character,” King told IndieWire. “It’s tough, it’s violent. It’s tough to watch, but it’s also really important. And I think where we landed with it was very helpful in showcasing how brutal it was without being gratuitous. [Showrunner Erica Lipez,] she never wanted to be gratuitous [about] violence towards women. I really love that point of view.
It’s always darkest before the dawn, and that was certainly the case for “We Were the Lucky Ones,” the Hulu miniseries based on the true story of the Kurc family, Jews from Poland who managed to all survive WWII.
The final episode (the show concluded May 2) begins with Halina Kurc (Joey King) imprisoned in Germany. Successfully hiding in plain sight for years, she is eventually captured, and regularly beaten up in jail. All hope seems lost.
“[They were] some of the most intense scenes in the whole show [for] my character,” King told IndieWire. “It’s tough, it’s violent. It’s tough to watch, but it’s also really important. And I think where we landed with it was very helpful in showcasing how brutal it was without being gratuitous. [Showrunner Erica Lipez,] she never wanted to be gratuitous [about] violence towards women. I really love that point of view.
- 5/3/2024
- by Erin Strecker
- Indiewire
Hulu’s “We Were the Lucky Ones,” based on the book by Georgia Hunter, tells the true story of the Kurcs, a Jewish family who lived in Poland at the onset of World War II. The series follows the Kurcs as the events of the war and the Holocaust separate parents and children, tearing families apart.
As casting director Fiona Weir read the script for the first episode, showrunner Erica Lipez stressed that despite the grim setting, it ultimately was a celebratory story — and it was important she get the family dynamics right.
Speaking with Variety, Weir says Hunter, who based the book on her family experiences, turned out to be her most valuable source. “These were real people that she either knew or discovered, so there was lots to talk about in who these people were. And then, we had to create a group that organically felt like a family,...
As casting director Fiona Weir read the script for the first episode, showrunner Erica Lipez stressed that despite the grim setting, it ultimately was a celebratory story — and it was important she get the family dynamics right.
Speaking with Variety, Weir says Hunter, who based the book on her family experiences, turned out to be her most valuable source. “These were real people that she either knew or discovered, so there was lots to talk about in who these people were. And then, we had to create a group that organically felt like a family,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
IndieWire launched our “Pass the Remote” FYC TV screening series, produced in partnership with Disney, with a dynamic casting directors panel April 25 and two Disney Storytellers panels April 29.
Next up? An “Abbott Elementary” panel on May 20 celebrating the third season of the Emmy-winning hit. Like all events in the “Pass the Remote” screening series, it will take place at the Vidiots Foundation in Los Angeles’s Eagle Rock neighborhood.
Learn more and register for an invite here.
The creator, executive producer, and, as Janine Teagues, star of the show, Quinta Brunson, will be in attendance on the panel, as will executive producers Patrick Schumacher, Justin Halperin, Randall Einhorn, and Brian Rubenstein. Brunson became only the second Black actress in history to win the Best Actress in a Comedy Series Emmy, which she did earlier this year at the strike-delayed ceremony in January. She’s also won the Peabody Award and...
Next up? An “Abbott Elementary” panel on May 20 celebrating the third season of the Emmy-winning hit. Like all events in the “Pass the Remote” screening series, it will take place at the Vidiots Foundation in Los Angeles’s Eagle Rock neighborhood.
Learn more and register for an invite here.
The creator, executive producer, and, as Janine Teagues, star of the show, Quinta Brunson, will be in attendance on the panel, as will executive producers Patrick Schumacher, Justin Halperin, Randall Einhorn, and Brian Rubenstein. Brunson became only the second Black actress in history to win the Best Actress in a Comedy Series Emmy, which she did earlier this year at the strike-delayed ceremony in January. She’s also won the Peabody Award and...
- 4/30/2024
- by Christian Blauvelt
- Indiewire
Hulu’s acclaimed new limited series “We Were the Lucky Ones” is led by Logan Lerman. who give the best performance of his career. Adapted from Georgia Hunter‘s 2017 book of the same, the story follows the Kurcs, a Polish Jewish family torn apart by WWII. It’s a difficult watch but creator Erica Lipez has crafted a gripping, vital narrative with Lerman at the center of the show. He plays Addy Kurc, the middle child who pursues a career as a composer in post-war Paris. Critics agree, Lerman is a revelation in this role.
Proma Khosla (Indie Wire) stated: “As Addy, Lerman is siloed from the other siblings for almost the entire series, but never waivers in his portrayal of someone sustained by hope and eventually in the haze of grief.”
Maggie Levitt (Collider) observed: “Lerman is another clear standout in the series, though his performance is more subtle...
Proma Khosla (Indie Wire) stated: “As Addy, Lerman is siloed from the other siblings for almost the entire series, but never waivers in his portrayal of someone sustained by hope and eventually in the haze of grief.”
Maggie Levitt (Collider) observed: “Lerman is another clear standout in the series, though his performance is more subtle...
- 4/26/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Hulu’s “We Were the Lucky Ones” is primed for a big night at this year’s Emmys. Adapted from the Georgia Hunter‘s 2017 book of the same name, the limited series follows the Kurcs, a Polish Jewish family who were split apart during World War II: some members go into hiding and others are forced into concentration camps. The series, brutal and dark, follows the family’s attempts to reunite after the war ends. It’s a tough watch but a vital one and the series, created by Erica Lipez, is intelligent in its portrayal of such hard subject matter, as noted by critics.
Aramide Tinubu (Variety) stated: “Devastating, and profoundly moving, ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ illustrates the scope of World War II, the inhumanity of others and the anguish of disconnection and loss.”
Matthew Gilbert (Boston Globe) observed: “Yes, the miniseries is challenging, and steeped in heartbreak,...
Aramide Tinubu (Variety) stated: “Devastating, and profoundly moving, ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ illustrates the scope of World War II, the inhumanity of others and the anguish of disconnection and loss.”
Matthew Gilbert (Boston Globe) observed: “Yes, the miniseries is challenging, and steeped in heartbreak,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
We Were the Lucky Ones is a harrowing tale based on a true story about a Jewish family who is trying to find their way back to one another after being separated during the Holocaust.
Because the series follows one family, it has a more “intimate lens” into the Holocaust, giving showrunner Erica Lipez an opportunity to depict a story of that period in history “that people haven’t seen before” — including fewer depictions of violence.
“I have pretty strong feelings about gratuitous violence and I think it’s actually sometimes evoking violence without seeing it can be just as scary,” she said during the show’s Deadline Contenders TV Panel on Saturday. “Particularly in the early episodes, when the violence isn’t happening to the family, but it is starting to escalate around them and that danger is coming — your relationship to violence is people don’t usually just...
Because the series follows one family, it has a more “intimate lens” into the Holocaust, giving showrunner Erica Lipez an opportunity to depict a story of that period in history “that people haven’t seen before” — including fewer depictions of violence.
“I have pretty strong feelings about gratuitous violence and I think it’s actually sometimes evoking violence without seeing it can be just as scary,” she said during the show’s Deadline Contenders TV Panel on Saturday. “Particularly in the early episodes, when the violence isn’t happening to the family, but it is starting to escalate around them and that danger is coming — your relationship to violence is people don’t usually just...
- 4/14/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Director Thomas Kail says that if you were to boil the arc of “We Were the Lucky Ones” down to its essence, then the Hulu limited series is about a large family who has dinner together and then tries to make sure they have dinner together again. Which is no mean feat for any family of 12; it’s an even more impossible ask when it’s a family of Polish Jews during World War II trying to stay one step ahead of the Germans and/or hiding their Jewishness from anti-semites on all sides.
Kail, showrunner Erica Lipez, and the rest of the “We Were the Lucky Ones’” creative team had a number of choices for how to handle the Kurc family story. It could’ve easily followed just Halina (Joey King), the youngest daughter who finds herself drawn into the resistance, or Addy (Logan Lerman), who can only worry...
Kail, showrunner Erica Lipez, and the rest of the “We Were the Lucky Ones’” creative team had a number of choices for how to handle the Kurc family story. It could’ve easily followed just Halina (Joey King), the youngest daughter who finds herself drawn into the resistance, or Addy (Logan Lerman), who can only worry...
- 4/4/2024
- by Sarah Shachat
- Indiewire
Georgia Hunter is still in disbelief that her family’s story of surviving the Holocaust has been adapted into the Hulu limited series “We Were the Lucky Ones” headlined by Logan Lerman and Joey King. Based on Hunter’s novel of the same name, the show stars Lerman as her grandfather, Addy, and King as his little sister Halina, two of five Polish siblings trying to stay alive and bring their family back together during World War II.
“It’s surreal,” Hunter said at the March 21 premiere of the show, held at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles. “It’s really wonderful. We’ve been editing and watching it on small screens, so to see it up here with this incredible group of people, with all of you, I feel pretty good.”
On the red carpet, Lerman spoke to Variety about the significance of sharing “We Were the Lucky Ones” with the world.
“It’s surreal,” Hunter said at the March 21 premiere of the show, held at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles. “It’s really wonderful. We’ve been editing and watching it on small screens, so to see it up here with this incredible group of people, with all of you, I feel pretty good.”
On the red carpet, Lerman spoke to Variety about the significance of sharing “We Were the Lucky Ones” with the world.
- 3/30/2024
- by Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
“We Were the Lucky Ones” has its warning built into the title. The Hulu series based on the book by Georgia Hunter and adapted by Erica Lipez is about how one family survived and separated during the Holocaust, all of it underscored by that title — this is what they went through, the horror they witnessed and endured, the sadness that befell them, and they were lucky.
The series kicks off in Radom, Poland before the War, with the Kurc family: Siblings Halina (Joey King), Addy (Logan Lerman), Genek (Henry Lloyd-Hughes), Jakob (Amit Rahav), and Mila (Hadas Yaron) — and their parents, Sol (Lior Ashkenazi) and Nechuma (Robin Weigert). The Kurcs are close-knit, their home echoing with overlapping voices and laughter at the holidays, and they already feel the pangs of missing Addy, who lives in Paris.
War creeps in, but at first, life continues. Lipez limits the show’s scope exactly right,...
The series kicks off in Radom, Poland before the War, with the Kurc family: Siblings Halina (Joey King), Addy (Logan Lerman), Genek (Henry Lloyd-Hughes), Jakob (Amit Rahav), and Mila (Hadas Yaron) — and their parents, Sol (Lior Ashkenazi) and Nechuma (Robin Weigert). The Kurcs are close-knit, their home echoing with overlapping voices and laughter at the holidays, and they already feel the pangs of missing Addy, who lives in Paris.
War creeps in, but at first, life continues. Lipez limits the show’s scope exactly right,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Proma Khosla
- Indiewire
There has been no shortage of television series centering the horrors of the Holocaust. Last year alone, Netflix’s “Transatlantic” depicted a group of resistors living in Marseille, and National Geographic’s “A Small Light” offered a retelling of Anne Frank’s experience through the eyes of Miep Gies, the woman who aided the Franks during their years in hiding. Though both of these series and those like them are important, Hulu’s “We Were the Lucky Ones,” an adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s best-selling novel based on a true story, showcases something different. The show chronicles a family torn apart by war and hatred. Devastating, and profoundly moving, “We Were the Lucky Ones” illustrates the scope of World War II, the inhumanity of others and the anguish of disconnection and loss.
The series premiere, titled “Radom,” opens in an overcrowded Red Cross office in Poland in 1945. Halina Kurc (an...
The series premiere, titled “Radom,” opens in an overcrowded Red Cross office in Poland in 1945. Halina Kurc (an...
- 3/27/2024
- by Aramide Tinubu
- Variety Film + TV
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“The only thing I know for certain, is that there’s no reason I should be alive, and yet, I am,” says Hadas Yaron’s character, Mila Kurc, in the trailer for Hulu‘s new historical drama, We Were the Lucky Ones,...
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“The only thing I know for certain, is that there’s no reason I should be alive, and yet, I am,” says Hadas Yaron’s character, Mila Kurc, in the trailer for Hulu‘s new historical drama, We Were the Lucky Ones,...
- 3/27/2024
- by John Lonsdale
- Rollingstone.com
Depending on the moment, the title of Hulu’s We Were the Lucky Ones might sound like a bitter lament or a prayer of thanks, a sigh of relief or an expression of anguish. In the end, it also simply sounds true. Based on the novel by Georgia Hunter — which in turn was inspired by the actual history of her ancestors — the miniseries traces the far-flung journeys of the Kurcs, a Polish Jewish family, throughout World War II. That their paths will be harrowing is not in doubt; a sobering opening caption reminds us that “By the end of the Holocaust, 90% of Poland’s three million Jews were annihilated.”
Yet an exercise in misery this isn’t. No matter how devastating these stories get, what binds all of them together is a sense of hope — stubborn, hard-won, fainter at certain times than others but always undeniably there. So overwhelming is...
Yet an exercise in misery this isn’t. No matter how devastating these stories get, what binds all of them together is a sense of hope — stubborn, hard-won, fainter at certain times than others but always undeniably there. So overwhelming is...
- 3/25/2024
- by Angie Han
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Plot: Based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel, the television adaptation of “We Were the Lucky Ones” is a limited series inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of WWII. The series follows them across continents as they do everything in their power to survive and to reunite. “We Were the Lucky Ones” demonstrates how, in the face of the twentieth century’s darkest moment, the human spirit can endure and even thrive. The series is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.
Review: One of the most important lessons of history is never to forget it. In recent years, as political strife has shifted around the globe from one region to the next, entertainment has always been an outlet to tell stories of inspiration as well as the stark horrors of what happens when...
Review: One of the most important lessons of history is never to forget it. In recent years, as political strife has shifted around the globe from one region to the next, entertainment has always been an outlet to tell stories of inspiration as well as the stark horrors of what happens when...
- 3/25/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Hulu has dropped the official trailer for We Were The Lucky Ones, its upcoming limited series adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s bestselling novel.
We Were The Lucky Ones is “inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive and reunite,” according to the official synopsis. “The series demonstrates how in the face of the twentieth century’s darkest moment, the human spirit can endure and even thrive. The series is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.
Joey King and Logan Lerman star along with Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert.
The series is written and executive produced by Erica Lipez, who also serves as showrunner. Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon) directs and executive produces along with...
We Were The Lucky Ones is “inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive and reunite,” according to the official synopsis. “The series demonstrates how in the face of the twentieth century’s darkest moment, the human spirit can endure and even thrive. The series is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.
Joey King and Logan Lerman star along with Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert.
The series is written and executive produced by Erica Lipez, who also serves as showrunner. Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon) directs and executive produces along with...
- 2/9/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Joey King and Logan Lerman are making their first appearance together to promote their new Hulu series We Were the Lucky Ones!
The co-stars, who previously worked together on Bullet Train, attended the show’s panel during Hulu’s portion of the Television Critics Association Press Tour on Friday morning (February 9) at The Langham Huntington in Pasadena, Calif.
Joey and Logan were joined by director Thomas Kail, showrunner Erica Lipez, and author Georgia Hunter, who wrote the novel that served as inspiration for the series.
The television adaptation of We Were the Lucky Ones is a limited series inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive and reunite. The show will premiere on Hulu with three episodes on March 28, and new episodes launching weekly.
The first trailer was just released!
Keep reading to find out more…
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The co-stars, who previously worked together on Bullet Train, attended the show’s panel during Hulu’s portion of the Television Critics Association Press Tour on Friday morning (February 9) at The Langham Huntington in Pasadena, Calif.
Joey and Logan were joined by director Thomas Kail, showrunner Erica Lipez, and author Georgia Hunter, who wrote the novel that served as inspiration for the series.
The television adaptation of We Were the Lucky Ones is a limited series inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive and reunite. The show will premiere on Hulu with three episodes on March 28, and new episodes launching weekly.
The first trailer was just released!
Keep reading to find out more…
Fyi:...
- 2/9/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The common theme uniting Hulu day before the press corps Thursday at the Television Critics Association’s winter press tour was the importance of telling personal stories.
Hulu’s day started with an impassioned speech from Joey King encouraging Gen Z to learn about the Holocaust via We Were the Lucky Ones, with Jon Bon Jovi getting personal about his career and return from vocal cord surgery in Thank You, Goodnight, through Onyx Collective’s How to Die Alone with Natasha Rothwell explaining the differences she feels between being lonely and being alone and the morning sessions concluding with Candice Carty-Williams explaining how she adapted her deeply personal book.
Here are the highlights:
We Were the Lucky Ones
Based on author and co-exec producer Georgia Hunter’s true story of her Jewish family from the book of the same name, the limited series stars Joey King and Logan Lerman in...
Hulu’s day started with an impassioned speech from Joey King encouraging Gen Z to learn about the Holocaust via We Were the Lucky Ones, with Jon Bon Jovi getting personal about his career and return from vocal cord surgery in Thank You, Goodnight, through Onyx Collective’s How to Die Alone with Natasha Rothwell explaining the differences she feels between being lonely and being alone and the morning sessions concluding with Candice Carty-Williams explaining how she adapted her deeply personal book.
Here are the highlights:
We Were the Lucky Ones
Based on author and co-exec producer Georgia Hunter’s true story of her Jewish family from the book of the same name, the limited series stars Joey King and Logan Lerman in...
- 2/9/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Joey King and Logan Lerman are part of a family torn apart amid WWII in Hulu limited series “We Were the Lucky Ones.”
The limited drama series is based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling book of the same name. The Hulu show is inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II.
Per the official logline, “We Were the Lucky Ones” demonstrates how in the face of the twentieth century’s darkest moment, the human spirit can endure and even thrive. The series is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.
The series co-stars Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert, and was unveiled as part of the Hulu Spring 2024 slate.
“We Were the Lucky Ones” is executive produced and written by Erica Lipez,...
The limited drama series is based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling book of the same name. The Hulu show is inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II.
Per the official logline, “We Were the Lucky Ones” demonstrates how in the face of the twentieth century’s darkest moment, the human spirit can endure and even thrive. The series is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.
The series co-stars Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert, and was unveiled as part of the Hulu Spring 2024 slate.
“We Were the Lucky Ones” is executive produced and written by Erica Lipez,...
- 2/9/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Hulu has officially announced its Spring 2024 slate of shows and movies landing on the streaming platform.
New installments of “Extraordinary” (Season 2) and “The Kardashians” (Season 5) will debut soon, and a fresh crop of highly anticipated titles are also set to premiere.
“The Act” star Joey King returns to Hulu with “We Were the Lucky Ones” based on the true story of a Jewish family separated at the start of WWII. Logan Lerman co-stars in the film based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling book. A trailer was released ahead of the limited series’ March 28 premiere; “The Morning Show” writer Erica Lipez serves as showrunner, with “Fosse/Verdon” helmer Thomas Kail directing.
Oscar nominee Lily Gladstone continues her TV reign following “Reservation Dogs” with “Under the Bridge,” another adaptation of a true story. Based on author Rebecca Godfrey’s book, “Under the Bridge” captures the 1997 true story of 14-year-old Reena...
New installments of “Extraordinary” (Season 2) and “The Kardashians” (Season 5) will debut soon, and a fresh crop of highly anticipated titles are also set to premiere.
“The Act” star Joey King returns to Hulu with “We Were the Lucky Ones” based on the true story of a Jewish family separated at the start of WWII. Logan Lerman co-stars in the film based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling book. A trailer was released ahead of the limited series’ March 28 premiere; “The Morning Show” writer Erica Lipez serves as showrunner, with “Fosse/Verdon” helmer Thomas Kail directing.
Oscar nominee Lily Gladstone continues her TV reign following “Reservation Dogs” with “Under the Bridge,” another adaptation of a true story. Based on author Rebecca Godfrey’s book, “Under the Bridge” captures the 1997 true story of 14-year-old Reena...
- 2/9/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
The fifth episode of “True Detective: Night Country” will be available to stream early on Max beginning Feb. 9 at 9 p.m. Et/ 6 p.m. Pt, in order to avoid the Sunday night streamroller that is the Super Bowl. The show will still get its HBO linear premiere on Feb. 11 at 9 p.m. Et/Pt, opposite the Big Game.
Jodie Foster, Kali Reis, Finn Bennett and Fiona Shaw star in the series, with Christopher Eccleston, Isabella Star Lablanc and John Hawkes rounding out the cast. Anna Lambe, Aka Niviâna and Joel D. Montgrand are guest stars.
Issa López serves as showrunner, writer and director. Foster executive produces alongside Mari Jo Winkler, Barry Jenkins, Adele Romanski and Mark Ceryak for Pastel. Chris Mundy, Alan Page Arriaga, Steve Golin, Richard Brown, Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Cary Joji Fukunaga and Nic Pizzolatto also executive produce.
First Looks
Hulu has unveiled the trailer for the...
Jodie Foster, Kali Reis, Finn Bennett and Fiona Shaw star in the series, with Christopher Eccleston, Isabella Star Lablanc and John Hawkes rounding out the cast. Anna Lambe, Aka Niviâna and Joel D. Montgrand are guest stars.
Issa López serves as showrunner, writer and director. Foster executive produces alongside Mari Jo Winkler, Barry Jenkins, Adele Romanski and Mark Ceryak for Pastel. Chris Mundy, Alan Page Arriaga, Steve Golin, Richard Brown, Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Cary Joji Fukunaga and Nic Pizzolatto also executive produce.
First Looks
Hulu has unveiled the trailer for the...
- 2/5/2024
- by Caroline Brew
- Variety Film + TV
We Were the Lucky Ones is coming soon to Hulu, and viewers are now getting their first look at the limited series. The streaming service has released several first-look photos for the drama based on the novel by Georgia Hunter. The eight-episode series is written and executive-produced by showrunner Erica Lipez.
Starring Joey King, Logan Lerman, Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert, the series tells the true story of a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II and their fight to survive and find their loved ones.
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Starring Joey King, Logan Lerman, Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert, the series tells the true story of a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II and their fight to survive and find their loved ones.
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- 1/25/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Joey King is heading back to Hulu for the limited series We Were the Lucky Ones and the first look photos have been revealed!
The 24-year-old Emmy-nominated actress is teaming up with Bullet Train co-star Logan Lerman again for the new series, directed by Hamilton‘s Thomas Kail.
Based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel, the television adaptation of We Were the Lucky Ones is a limited series inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive and reunite.
Keep reading to find out more…
Also starring in the series are Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert.
The show will premiere on Hulu with three episodes on March 28, and new episodes launching weekly.
Showrunner Erica Lipez opened up about Joey‘s character...
The 24-year-old Emmy-nominated actress is teaming up with Bullet Train co-star Logan Lerman again for the new series, directed by Hamilton‘s Thomas Kail.
Based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel, the television adaptation of We Were the Lucky Ones is a limited series inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive and reunite.
Keep reading to find out more…
Also starring in the series are Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert.
The show will premiere on Hulu with three episodes on March 28, and new episodes launching weekly.
Showrunner Erica Lipez opened up about Joey‘s character...
- 1/23/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Hulu Unveils First Look at Joey King, Logan Lerman Series ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ (TV News Roundup)
Hulu debuted first look images from its new limited series “We Were the Lucky Ones,” starring Joey King and Logan Lerman. The first three episodes will premiere on the streamer on March 28, with the following episodes coming out weekly.
The series is a television adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s novel “We Were the Lucky Ones.” Based on a true story, the show follows a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II on their quest to survive and reunite, per the release.
Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi and Robin Weigert round out the cast.
Erica Lipez (“Julia” and “The Morning Show”) serves as the showrunner, in addition to writing the series. Thomas Kail (“Fosse/Verdon”) directs and executive produces with Jennifer Todd, who executive produces for Old 320 Sycamore. Adam Milch executive produces, with Hunter co-executive producing. The...
The series is a television adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s novel “We Were the Lucky Ones.” Based on a true story, the show follows a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II on their quest to survive and reunite, per the release.
Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi and Robin Weigert round out the cast.
Erica Lipez (“Julia” and “The Morning Show”) serves as the showrunner, in addition to writing the series. Thomas Kail (“Fosse/Verdon”) directs and executive produces with Jennifer Todd, who executive produces for Old 320 Sycamore. Adam Milch executive produces, with Hunter co-executive producing. The...
- 1/22/2024
- by Caroline Brew, Diego Ramos Bechara and Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
Hulu has set March 28 for the launch of We Were the Lucky Ones, its upcoming limited series based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel. It will premiere with three episodes on March 28, followed by new episodes launching weekly. The streamer also unveiled some first-look images (see above and below).
The limited series adaptation is inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive and reunite.
Joey King, Logan Lerman, Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert star.
The series is executive produced and written by Erica Lipez, who also serves as showrunner. Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon) directs and executive produces along with Jennifer Todd who will also executive produce for Old 320 Sycamore. Adam Milch will executive produce and Hunter will co-executive produce.
The limited series adaptation is inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive and reunite.
Joey King, Logan Lerman, Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert star.
The series is executive produced and written by Erica Lipez, who also serves as showrunner. Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon) directs and executive produces along with Jennifer Todd who will also executive produce for Old 320 Sycamore. Adam Milch will executive produce and Hunter will co-executive produce.
- 1/22/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“Julia” has been canceled at Max after two seasons, Variety has learned.
“We are so honored to have partnered with Chris Keyser, Daniel Goldfarb and their masterful creative team and dynamic cast, led by Sarah Lancashire, as they cooked up ‘Julia,'” a Max spokesperson said in a statement. “Thanks to their beautiful work over two seasons of this heartful, sensual, and inspiring show, we can forever celebrate the incredible legacy of Julia Child.”
The period dramedy originally debuted on the streamer in March 2022, with Season 2 launching in November 2023. Both seasons consisted of eight episodes each.
The series was based on the life of Julia Child, the groundbreaking chef and author who brought French food to the American masses through her cook books and her hit television show, “The French Chef.”
Child was portrayed in the series by Sarah Lancashire. The cast also included David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford,...
“We are so honored to have partnered with Chris Keyser, Daniel Goldfarb and their masterful creative team and dynamic cast, led by Sarah Lancashire, as they cooked up ‘Julia,'” a Max spokesperson said in a statement. “Thanks to their beautiful work over two seasons of this heartful, sensual, and inspiring show, we can forever celebrate the incredible legacy of Julia Child.”
The period dramedy originally debuted on the streamer in March 2022, with Season 2 launching in November 2023. Both seasons consisted of eight episodes each.
The series was based on the life of Julia Child, the groundbreaking chef and author who brought French food to the American masses through her cook books and her hit television show, “The French Chef.”
Child was portrayed in the series by Sarah Lancashire. The cast also included David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford,...
- 1/11/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Max is not proceeding with a third season of its comedy-drama Julia. The decision comes a couple of weeks after the Season 2 finale of the Julia Child series was released Dec. 21.
Chris Keyser served as showrunner on Julia, which was created by Daniel Goldfarb, who wrote the pilot, and stars Sarah Lancashire as The French Chef creator.
“We are so honored to have partnered with Chris Keyser, Daniel Goldfarb and their masterful creative team and dynamic cast, led by Sarah Lancashire, as they cooked up Julia,” a rep for Max said in a statement. “Thanks to their beautiful work over two seasons of this heartful, sensual, and inspiring show, we can forever celebrate the incredible legacy of Julia Child.”
Julia’s main cast includes two Frasier/Cheers alums, David Hyde Pierce and Bebe Neuwirth. Pierce has said that he has no interest in reprising his role as Niles in the Frasier reboot on Paramount+,...
Chris Keyser served as showrunner on Julia, which was created by Daniel Goldfarb, who wrote the pilot, and stars Sarah Lancashire as The French Chef creator.
“We are so honored to have partnered with Chris Keyser, Daniel Goldfarb and their masterful creative team and dynamic cast, led by Sarah Lancashire, as they cooked up Julia,” a rep for Max said in a statement. “Thanks to their beautiful work over two seasons of this heartful, sensual, and inspiring show, we can forever celebrate the incredible legacy of Julia Child.”
Julia’s main cast includes two Frasier/Cheers alums, David Hyde Pierce and Bebe Neuwirth. Pierce has said that he has no interest in reprising his role as Niles in the Frasier reboot on Paramount+,...
- 1/11/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Max is turning off the heat on Julia.
The Warner Bros. Discovery-backed streamer has canceled its Julia Child-inspired series Julia following a two-season run. The news comes after the second season wrapped its run Dec. 21 and amid an era of belt tightening across the television landscape, with Julia joining Our Flag Means Death in being axed at the streamer this week alone. Both seasons of Julia will continue to be available to stream on Max.
From creator Daniel Goldfarb and showrunner Chris Keyser, Sarah Lancashire starred as Child opposite David Hyde Pierce. Max did not own the show and instead paid a licensing fee to producers Lionsgate Television, which is in the midst of spinning off from premium cable network Starz.
“We are so honored to have partnered with Chris Keyser, Daniel Goldfarb and their masterful creative team and dynamic cast, led by Sarah Lancashire, as they cooked up Julia.
The Warner Bros. Discovery-backed streamer has canceled its Julia Child-inspired series Julia following a two-season run. The news comes after the second season wrapped its run Dec. 21 and amid an era of belt tightening across the television landscape, with Julia joining Our Flag Means Death in being axed at the streamer this week alone. Both seasons of Julia will continue to be available to stream on Max.
From creator Daniel Goldfarb and showrunner Chris Keyser, Sarah Lancashire starred as Child opposite David Hyde Pierce. Max did not own the show and instead paid a licensing fee to producers Lionsgate Television, which is in the midst of spinning off from premium cable network Starz.
“We are so honored to have partnered with Chris Keyser, Daniel Goldfarb and their masterful creative team and dynamic cast, led by Sarah Lancashire, as they cooked up Julia.
- 1/11/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Max’s official trailer for the second season of the critically acclaimed drama Julia finds the brilliant chef discovering she’s now a star thanks to the popularity of The French Chef. The trailer also confirms the new season will kick off on November 16, 2023 with the premiere of the first three episodes.
Additional episodes of the eight-episode season will stream once a week, with the season finale set for December 21.
Sarah Lancashire returns to lead the cast as Julia Child, and David Hyde Pierce is back as Julia’s supportive husband, Paul. The cast also includes Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, and Robert Joy.
Poster for ‘Julia’ season 2 (Photo Credit: Max)
“With her trailblazing cooking show up and running on the air, Julia grapples with her rising celebrity and what that means for her, her colleagues, and her show. In season two, Julia and her devoted husband...
Additional episodes of the eight-episode season will stream once a week, with the season finale set for December 21.
Sarah Lancashire returns to lead the cast as Julia Child, and David Hyde Pierce is back as Julia’s supportive husband, Paul. The cast also includes Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, and Robert Joy.
Poster for ‘Julia’ season 2 (Photo Credit: Max)
“With her trailblazing cooking show up and running on the air, Julia grapples with her rising celebrity and what that means for her, her colleagues, and her show. In season two, Julia and her devoted husband...
- 10/24/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Max has released the trailer for Season 2 of “Julia,” the streamer’s series about the life of Julia Child, which will have a three-episode premiere on Thursday, Nov. 16. One episode will release weekly following the premiere, through Dec. 21.
Returning series regulars include Sarah Lancashire, David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, and Robert Joy.
The second season continues to follow Julia (Lancashire) and her husband Paul after the launch of her famous cooking show.
The logline reads, “With her trailblazing cooking show up and running on the air, Julia grapples with her rising celebrity and what that means for her, her colleagues and her show. In Season 2, Julia and her devoted husband Paul return from Simca’s home in France to find that her success has changed everything.”
The summary continues, “Through her singular joie de vivre, she and her team must navigate Wgbh, the White...
Returning series regulars include Sarah Lancashire, David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, and Robert Joy.
The second season continues to follow Julia (Lancashire) and her husband Paul after the launch of her famous cooking show.
The logline reads, “With her trailblazing cooking show up and running on the air, Julia grapples with her rising celebrity and what that means for her, her colleagues and her show. In Season 2, Julia and her devoted husband Paul return from Simca’s home in France to find that her success has changed everything.”
The summary continues, “Through her singular joie de vivre, she and her team must navigate Wgbh, the White...
- 10/24/2023
- by Caroline Brew, Jaden Thompson and Valerie Wu
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Ido Samuel (Fill The Void) and Lihi Kornowski (Crimes Of The Future) are the latest to join Hulu Originals limited series We Were The Lucky Ones in recurring roles.
Already announced for the drama, which is now filming, are Joey King, Logan Lerman, Robin Weigert, Michael Aloni, Henry Lloyd Hughes, Hadas Yaron and Lior Ashkenazi.
Based on Georgia Hunter’s well-received novel, the series is inspired by the true story of a Jewish family which was separated at the start of World War II but is determined to survive and reunite.
Samuel will plays Isaac. A loyal friend, he tries to help Mila (Yaron) and her young daughter Felicia escape the ghetto, but his effectiveness—and his relationship with the Kurc family—is painfully tested by his role in the Jewish Police. Kornowski will play Eliska. Young, wealthy and beautiful, she meets Addy (Lerman) on a ship carrying refugees attempting to escape the Nazis.
Already announced for the drama, which is now filming, are Joey King, Logan Lerman, Robin Weigert, Michael Aloni, Henry Lloyd Hughes, Hadas Yaron and Lior Ashkenazi.
Based on Georgia Hunter’s well-received novel, the series is inspired by the true story of a Jewish family which was separated at the start of World War II but is determined to survive and reunite.
Samuel will plays Isaac. A loyal friend, he tries to help Mila (Yaron) and her young daughter Felicia escape the ghetto, but his effectiveness—and his relationship with the Kurc family—is painfully tested by his role in the Jewish Police. Kornowski will play Eliska. Young, wealthy and beautiful, she meets Addy (Lerman) on a ship carrying refugees attempting to escape the Nazis.
- 1/17/2023
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Hulu’s We Were the Lucky Ones continues to expand its already impressive ensemble.
Henry Lloyd Hughes, Moran Rosenblatt and Sam Woolf are joining the Hulu Originals limited series that’s based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times Bestseller by the same name.
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Hughes will play the series regular role Genek, the eldest of the Kurc siblings who carries himself with irresistible charm and swagger. A lawyer by trade, he grapples with his pride and his faith as he navigates the horrors of war. Hughes was recently seen in the Apple TV series Mammals and will soon be seen...
Henry Lloyd Hughes, Moran Rosenblatt and Sam Woolf are joining the Hulu Originals limited series that’s based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times Bestseller by the same name.
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Hughes will play the series regular role Genek, the eldest of the Kurc siblings who carries himself with irresistible charm and swagger. A lawyer by trade, he grapples with his pride and his faith as he navigates the horrors of war. Hughes was recently seen in the Apple TV series Mammals and will soon be seen...
- 12/15/2022
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Hulu’s We Were the Lucky Ones is adding Amit Rahav, Eva Feiler and Hadas Yaron in series regular roles.
Rahav will star as Jakob in the limited series. The youngest of his brothers, Jakob is a photographer. Sweet and soulful, there is hardly anywhere he’d rather be than beside his high school sweetheart, Bella (Eva Feiler), or peering down through the viewfinder of his camera. Rahav is repped by Lighthouse Management + Media, Add Content Agency and Ziffren.
Feiler (The Crown) will star as Bella, who is deeply engrained in the fabric of the Kurc family and is Jakob’s (Amit Rahav) long-time love. Kind and clever and forever devoted to her own close-knit family, Bella’s is a journey of heartbreak, courage and unconditional love. Feiler is repped by Sarah MacCormick at Curtis Brown.
Yaron (Mary Magdalene) will star as the thoughtful and diligent,...
Rahav will star as Jakob in the limited series. The youngest of his brothers, Jakob is a photographer. Sweet and soulful, there is hardly anywhere he’d rather be than beside his high school sweetheart, Bella (Eva Feiler), or peering down through the viewfinder of his camera. Rahav is repped by Lighthouse Management + Media, Add Content Agency and Ziffren.
Feiler (The Crown) will star as Bella, who is deeply engrained in the fabric of the Kurc family and is Jakob’s (Amit Rahav) long-time love. Kind and clever and forever devoted to her own close-knit family, Bella’s is a journey of heartbreak, courage and unconditional love. Feiler is repped by Sarah MacCormick at Curtis Brown.
Yaron (Mary Magdalene) will star as the thoughtful and diligent,...
- 12/6/2022
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Robin Weigert and Lior Ashkenazi have been cast in series regular roles on the Hulu Limited Series We Were The Lucky Ones that stars Joey King.
Robin will star as Nechuma, the Kurc matriarch who is the beating heart and center of the family. She is a proud and capable business owner.
Lior will star as Sol, the sage and beloved patriarch of the Kurc family. Sol has great warmth and determination and strives to remain level-headed despite the growing hardships his family faces.
Based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times Bestseller We were the Lucky Ones, the limited series is inspired by the true story of a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, yet determined to survive and reunite. Deadline revealed exclusively in April that King joined the project.
The limited series is executive produced and written by Erica Lipez, who also serves as showrunner. Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon) directs and executive produces along with Jennifer Todd who will also executive produce for Old 320 Sycamore. Adam Milch will executive produce and Hunter will co-executive produce. The Hulu series is a production of 20th Television, a part of Disney Television Studios.
Weigert is best known for her roles in Deadwood, Sons of Anarchy, and Big Little Lies. Other TV credits include the AMC series Dietland, as well as Hulu’s Castle Rock. Most recently she can be seen in the Paramount horror/thriller Smile. She’s repped by Marc Hamou and Jb Roberts at Thruline Entertainment, and Lisa Lieberman at Innovative Artists.
Ashkenazi starred in Israel’s original version of In Treatment, which was later adapted in the United States by HBO. He also appeared in HBO’s Our Boys and Valley of Tears, and can currently be seen on Netflix’s Hit & Run opposite Lior Raz and Sanaa Lathan. He’s repped by Black Bear Management.
Robin will star as Nechuma, the Kurc matriarch who is the beating heart and center of the family. She is a proud and capable business owner.
Lior will star as Sol, the sage and beloved patriarch of the Kurc family. Sol has great warmth and determination and strives to remain level-headed despite the growing hardships his family faces.
Based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times Bestseller We were the Lucky Ones, the limited series is inspired by the true story of a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, yet determined to survive and reunite. Deadline revealed exclusively in April that King joined the project.
The limited series is executive produced and written by Erica Lipez, who also serves as showrunner. Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon) directs and executive produces along with Jennifer Todd who will also executive produce for Old 320 Sycamore. Adam Milch will executive produce and Hunter will co-executive produce. The Hulu series is a production of 20th Television, a part of Disney Television Studios.
Weigert is best known for her roles in Deadwood, Sons of Anarchy, and Big Little Lies. Other TV credits include the AMC series Dietland, as well as Hulu’s Castle Rock. Most recently she can be seen in the Paramount horror/thriller Smile. She’s repped by Marc Hamou and Jb Roberts at Thruline Entertainment, and Lisa Lieberman at Innovative Artists.
Ashkenazi starred in Israel’s original version of In Treatment, which was later adapted in the United States by HBO. He also appeared in HBO’s Our Boys and Valley of Tears, and can currently be seen on Netflix’s Hit & Run opposite Lior Raz and Sanaa Lathan. He’s repped by Black Bear Management.
- 11/14/2022
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Logan Lerman will star alongside Joey King in Hulu’s developing limited series “We Were the Lucky Ones,” based on Georgia Hunter’s best-selling novel, TheWrap has learned.
Lerman will portray Addy, a Polish and Jewish 25-year-old who lives in Paris as an engineer, but who also builds his musical composing career. Addy is the middle child in his family, and he is able to mediate conflict between people with differences. He is also very handy. The character of Addy is inspired by the story of Georgia Hunter’s grandfather as a young man in the late 1930’s.
The logline for the series reads: “Inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive—and to reunite. Based on the New York Times Bestseller, “We Were the Lucky Ones” is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.
Lerman will portray Addy, a Polish and Jewish 25-year-old who lives in Paris as an engineer, but who also builds his musical composing career. Addy is the middle child in his family, and he is able to mediate conflict between people with differences. He is also very handy. The character of Addy is inspired by the story of Georgia Hunter’s grandfather as a young man in the late 1930’s.
The logline for the series reads: “Inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive—and to reunite. Based on the New York Times Bestseller, “We Were the Lucky Ones” is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.
- 9/20/2022
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Logan Lerman has been cast in “We Were the Lucky Ones,” Hulu’s upcoming limited series based on Georgia Hunter’s 2017 novel of the same name.
Inspired by a true story, the series follows a Polish Jewish family that is separated by World War II and determined to survive and reunite. Lerman plays Addy, the middle child, who is 25 years old at the start of the war. He is an adventurer who lives in Paris as an engineer while also enjoying budding success as a music composer, and has an ability to find common ground with dissimilar people and a talent to fix anything. Addy’s character is inspired by Hunter’s grandfather, who was a young man in the late 1930s.
Lerman is best known for leading the 2010 and 2013 “Percy Jackson” films as well as 2012’s “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” with additional credits including “The Butterfly Effect,...
Inspired by a true story, the series follows a Polish Jewish family that is separated by World War II and determined to survive and reunite. Lerman plays Addy, the middle child, who is 25 years old at the start of the war. He is an adventurer who lives in Paris as an engineer while also enjoying budding success as a music composer, and has an ability to find common ground with dissimilar people and a talent to fix anything. Addy’s character is inspired by Hunter’s grandfather, who was a young man in the late 1930s.
Lerman is best known for leading the 2010 and 2013 “Percy Jackson” films as well as 2012’s “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” with additional credits including “The Butterfly Effect,...
- 9/20/2022
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Logan Lerman, fresh from starring alongside Brad Pitt in Bullet Train, has signed on to his latest high-profile TV role.
Lerman will star in Hulu’s limited series We Were the Lucky Ones, alongside Joey King, who also starred in the action feature.
The series is based on Georgia Hunter’s bestseller about a Jewish family separated at the start of WWII, determined to survive and reunite.
2022 Hulu Pilots & Series Orders
Lerman, who stars in Amazon’s Hunters — exec produced by Jordan Peele, which is returning for a second season — will play Addy, a 25-year-old Polish, Jewish middle child. He is an adventurer who lives in Paris as an engineer and is enjoying budding success as a music composer. He has an ability to find common ground with dissimilar people and a talent to fix anything. The character is inspired by the story of Georgia Hunter’s grandfather as...
Lerman will star in Hulu’s limited series We Were the Lucky Ones, alongside Joey King, who also starred in the action feature.
The series is based on Georgia Hunter’s bestseller about a Jewish family separated at the start of WWII, determined to survive and reunite.
2022 Hulu Pilots & Series Orders
Lerman, who stars in Amazon’s Hunters — exec produced by Jordan Peele, which is returning for a second season — will play Addy, a 25-year-old Polish, Jewish middle child. He is an adventurer who lives in Paris as an engineer and is enjoying budding success as a music composer. He has an ability to find common ground with dissimilar people and a talent to fix anything. The character is inspired by the story of Georgia Hunter’s grandfather as...
- 9/20/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Rachel Bloom has joined the cast of “Julia” Season 2 at HBO Max, Variety has learned exclusively.
The series is inspired by the life of Julia Child and her long-running cooking show “The French Chef.” The first season debuted in March 2022 and the show was renewed in May.
Bloom will appear in a recurring role as Elaine Levitch. The character is described as “a dynamo who comes to Wgbh by way of CBS to work with Julia on ‘The French Chef.'”
Bloom will next be seen in the Steve Levitan Hulu comedy series “Reboot,” which premieres Sept. 20. She is best known for her work on the CW musical dramedy series “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” which she co-created and executive produced in addition to starring. She received five Emmy nominations and two Golden Globe nominations for her work on the series, winning one of each. Her recent credits include the Disney+ film “Chip...
The series is inspired by the life of Julia Child and her long-running cooking show “The French Chef.” The first season debuted in March 2022 and the show was renewed in May.
Bloom will appear in a recurring role as Elaine Levitch. The character is described as “a dynamo who comes to Wgbh by way of CBS to work with Julia on ‘The French Chef.'”
Bloom will next be seen in the Steve Levitan Hulu comedy series “Reboot,” which premieres Sept. 20. She is best known for her work on the CW musical dramedy series “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” which she co-created and executive produced in addition to starring. She received five Emmy nominations and two Golden Globe nominations for her work on the series, winning one of each. Her recent credits include the Disney+ film “Chip...
- 9/13/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
On Wednesday, HBO Max renewed the comedy series “Julia” for a second season. The series, which debuted on March 31 on HBO Max, concludes its first season on May 5.
As HBO Max noted in its press release, “Julia” “is inspired by Julia Child’s extraordinary life and her long-running television series, “The French Chef,” which pioneered the modern cooking show. Through Julia’s life and her singular joie de vivre, the series explores a pivotal time in American history – the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women’s movement, the nature of celebrity and America’s cultural evolution. At its heart, the series is a portrait of a loving marriage with a shifting power dynamic.”
The first season stars Sarah Lancashire as the titular chef, alongside David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, and Brittany Bradford.
“Julia Child tends to make people happy.
As HBO Max noted in its press release, “Julia” “is inspired by Julia Child’s extraordinary life and her long-running television series, “The French Chef,” which pioneered the modern cooking show. Through Julia’s life and her singular joie de vivre, the series explores a pivotal time in American history – the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women’s movement, the nature of celebrity and America’s cultural evolution. At its heart, the series is a portrait of a loving marriage with a shifting power dynamic.”
The first season stars Sarah Lancashire as the titular chef, alongside David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, and Brittany Bradford.
“Julia Child tends to make people happy.
- 5/4/2022
- by Caillou Pettis
- Gold Derby
HBO Max is dishing up more Julia Child.
The streamer has renewed drama series Julia, starring Sarah Lancashire as Child, for a second season.
Cancellations/Renewals Scorecard: TV Shows Ended Or Continuing In 2021-22 Season
It comes after the series about The French Chef creator launched on March 31 and ahead of the finale of its eight-part series.
Julia is inspired by Child’s life and her long-running television series, The French Chef, which pioneered the popular cooking-show genre. Through Julia and her singular can-do spirit, the series explores an evolving time in American history: the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women’s movement, the nature of celebrity and America’s cultural growth. At its heart, the series is a portrait of a loving marriage with an evolving and complicated power dynamic.
Julia also features David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz and Fiona Glascott.
The streamer has renewed drama series Julia, starring Sarah Lancashire as Child, for a second season.
Cancellations/Renewals Scorecard: TV Shows Ended Or Continuing In 2021-22 Season
It comes after the series about The French Chef creator launched on March 31 and ahead of the finale of its eight-part series.
Julia is inspired by Child’s life and her long-running television series, The French Chef, which pioneered the popular cooking-show genre. Through Julia and her singular can-do spirit, the series explores an evolving time in American history: the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women’s movement, the nature of celebrity and America’s cultural growth. At its heart, the series is a portrait of a loving marriage with an evolving and complicated power dynamic.
Julia also features David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz and Fiona Glascott.
- 5/4/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
“Julia” has been renewed for Season 2 at HBO Max.
The series is inspired by the life of Julia Childs and her long-running cooking show “The French Chef.” Through Childs’ perspective, the series explores the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women’s movement, the nature of celebrity and America’s cultural evolution.
Sarah Lancashire stars as Childs. The cast also includes David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, and Fiona Glascott. Guest stars in Season 1 included Isabella Rossellini, Judith Light, Robert Joy, Erin Neufer, Jefferson Mays, James Cromwell, and Adriane Lenox.
“Through her masterful performance, Sarah Lancashire welcomed us into the life of Julia Child, a trailblazer who, among her many accomplishments, redefined the possibilities of public television and, in turn, brought French cuisine and culture into American living rooms,” said Sarah Aubrey, head of original content at HBO Max. “We are grateful to our creative team,...
The series is inspired by the life of Julia Childs and her long-running cooking show “The French Chef.” Through Childs’ perspective, the series explores the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women’s movement, the nature of celebrity and America’s cultural evolution.
Sarah Lancashire stars as Childs. The cast also includes David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, and Fiona Glascott. Guest stars in Season 1 included Isabella Rossellini, Judith Light, Robert Joy, Erin Neufer, Jefferson Mays, James Cromwell, and Adriane Lenox.
“Through her masterful performance, Sarah Lancashire welcomed us into the life of Julia Child, a trailblazer who, among her many accomplishments, redefined the possibilities of public television and, in turn, brought French cuisine and culture into American living rooms,” said Sarah Aubrey, head of original content at HBO Max. “We are grateful to our creative team,...
- 5/4/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
HBO Max has renewed “Julia” for a second season. The news comes ahead of the Season 1 finale, which debuts on the streamer this week.
The series, starring Sarah Lancashire as Julia Child, is inspired by Child’s extraordinary life and her long-running television series, “The French Chef,” which pioneered the modern cooking show. Season 1 chronicles Child’s attempt to defy gender norms as a woman leading a public television show.
In addition to Lancashire, the Season 1 cast includes David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz and Fiona Glascott. Guest stars were Isabella Rossellini, Judith Light, Robert Joy, Erin Neufer, Jefferson Mays, James Cromwell and Adriane Lenox.
“Julia Child tends to make people happy. In a bleak world, she is a welcome balm. Making this show has done the same for us. Working with our cast — with Sarah and David — our production team, writers, directors and editors, who have become our friends,...
The series, starring Sarah Lancashire as Julia Child, is inspired by Child’s extraordinary life and her long-running television series, “The French Chef,” which pioneered the modern cooking show. Season 1 chronicles Child’s attempt to defy gender norms as a woman leading a public television show.
In addition to Lancashire, the Season 1 cast includes David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz and Fiona Glascott. Guest stars were Isabella Rossellini, Judith Light, Robert Joy, Erin Neufer, Jefferson Mays, James Cromwell and Adriane Lenox.
“Julia Child tends to make people happy. In a bleak world, she is a welcome balm. Making this show has done the same for us. Working with our cast — with Sarah and David — our production team, writers, directors and editors, who have become our friends,...
- 5/4/2022
- by Katie Campione
- The Wrap
Joey King will star in the Hulu adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s bestselling novel We Were the Lucky Ones, the streaming service announced April 29. We Were the Lucky Ones tells the story of a Jewish family separated in WWII and determined to reunite. Hulu has given the adaptation an eight-episode limited series order. It will be written and executive produced by Erica Lipez. Thomas Kail has signed on to direct and executive produce, and Hunter will also serve as an executive producer. Hunter’s novel is inspired by her own ancestors. “I’ll never forget the day, at 15 years old, I learned that I came from a family of Holocaust survivors,” the author said in a statement, per Deadline. “It was a discovery that changed my life, inspiring a decade-long journey to unearth and record my family’s story. When We Were the Lucky Ones landed in my dear friend...
- 4/29/2022
- TV Insider
Joey King is returning to Hulu.
The star has joined We Were the Lucky Ones, a limited series based on Georgia Hunter's novel about a Jewish family separated at the beginning of WWII.
The project will be executive produced and written by Erica Lipez and directed and executive produced by Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon).
Hunter is on board to EP alongside Jennifer Todd.
“I’ll never forget the day, at fifteen years old, I learned that I came from a family of Holocaust survivors,” said Hunter in a statement.
“It was a discovery that changed my life, inspiring a decade-long journey to unearth and record my family’s story."
"When We Were the Lucky Ones landed in my dear friend Tommy Kail’s hands, I knew it had found its home."
"I couldn’t be more excited to partner with him, with our incredible show runner, Erica Lipez, and...
The star has joined We Were the Lucky Ones, a limited series based on Georgia Hunter's novel about a Jewish family separated at the beginning of WWII.
The project will be executive produced and written by Erica Lipez and directed and executive produced by Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon).
Hunter is on board to EP alongside Jennifer Todd.
“I’ll never forget the day, at fifteen years old, I learned that I came from a family of Holocaust survivors,” said Hunter in a statement.
“It was a discovery that changed my life, inspiring a decade-long journey to unearth and record my family’s story."
"When We Were the Lucky Ones landed in my dear friend Tommy Kail’s hands, I knew it had found its home."
"I couldn’t be more excited to partner with him, with our incredible show runner, Erica Lipez, and...
- 4/29/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Joey King — who snagged an Emmy nomination for Hulu’s The Act — has been tapped to headline another weighty limited series for the streamer.
The actress will star in Holocaust-themed drama We Were the Lucky Ones, an eight-episode adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s best-selling novel of the same name.
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Written and EP’d by Morning Show and Bates Motel vet Erica Lipez, Lucky Ones is inspired by the...
The actress will star in Holocaust-themed drama We Were the Lucky Ones, an eight-episode adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s best-selling novel of the same name.
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Written and EP’d by Morning Show and Bates Motel vet Erica Lipez, Lucky Ones is inspired by the...
- 4/29/2022
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
Hulu has ordered to series We Were the Lucky Ones, a limited series from Old 320 Sycamore and 20th Television that’s based on Georgia Hunter’s bestseller about a Jewish family separated at the start of WWII yet determined to reunite. Eight episodes are planned.
Joey King (The Act) will star in the project that will be executive produced and written by Erica Lipez and directed/EPed by Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon). Hunter will co-executive produce along, Jennifer Todd will exec produce, and Kate Sullivan will produce.
2022 Hulu Pilots & Series Orders
“I’ll never forget the day, at 15 years old, I learned that I came from a family of Holocaust survivors,” said Hunter in a statement. “It was a discovery that changed my life, inspiring a decade-long journey to unearth and record my family’s story. When We Were the Lucky Ones landed in my...
Joey King (The Act) will star in the project that will be executive produced and written by Erica Lipez and directed/EPed by Thomas Kail (Fosse/Verdon). Hunter will co-executive produce along, Jennifer Todd will exec produce, and Kate Sullivan will produce.
2022 Hulu Pilots & Series Orders
“I’ll never forget the day, at 15 years old, I learned that I came from a family of Holocaust survivors,” said Hunter in a statement. “It was a discovery that changed my life, inspiring a decade-long journey to unearth and record my family’s story. When We Were the Lucky Ones landed in my...
- 4/29/2022
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Hulu has ordered a limited series adaptation of the Georgia Hunter novel “We Were the Lucky Ones” with Joey King attached to star, Variety has learned.
Hulu has given the show an eight episode order. It is inspired by the true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive—and to reunite.
Erica Lipez is adapting the book for the screen and will executive produce. Thomas Kail will direct and executive produce via Old 320 Sycamore. Jennifer Todd of Old 320 Sycamore will also executive produce, with the company’s Kate Sullivan producing. Hunter will serve as a co-executive producer on the project. 20th Television will be the studio.
“I’ll never forget the day, at fifteen-years-old, I learned that I came from a family of Holocaust survivors,” Hunter said. “It was a discovery that changed my life, inspiring a decade-long journey to unearth...
Hulu has given the show an eight episode order. It is inspired by the true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive—and to reunite.
Erica Lipez is adapting the book for the screen and will executive produce. Thomas Kail will direct and executive produce via Old 320 Sycamore. Jennifer Todd of Old 320 Sycamore will also executive produce, with the company’s Kate Sullivan producing. Hunter will serve as a co-executive producer on the project. 20th Television will be the studio.
“I’ll never forget the day, at fifteen-years-old, I learned that I came from a family of Holocaust survivors,” Hunter said. “It was a discovery that changed my life, inspiring a decade-long journey to unearth...
- 4/29/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Hulu has ordered “We Were the Lucky Ones” to series, starring Joey King.
King will star in the adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel of the same name. The limited series from Old 320 Sycamore and 20th Television will span eight episodes.
Here’s a description of the show from the streamer: “Inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive — and to reunite. Based on the New York Times Bestseller, ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.”
Thomas Kail, who directed Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “Hamilton,” and FX’s “Fosse/Verdon,” is set to direct and executive produce. Erica Lipez will write and executive produce alongside Jennifer Todd. Kate Sullivan will produce.
“Georgia and I have been friends for 25 years and I am deeply...
King will star in the adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel of the same name. The limited series from Old 320 Sycamore and 20th Television will span eight episodes.
Here’s a description of the show from the streamer: “Inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive — and to reunite. Based on the New York Times Bestseller, ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.”
Thomas Kail, who directed Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “Hamilton,” and FX’s “Fosse/Verdon,” is set to direct and executive produce. Erica Lipez will write and executive produce alongside Jennifer Todd. Kate Sullivan will produce.
“Georgia and I have been friends for 25 years and I am deeply...
- 4/29/2022
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Deadline has the first exclusive track from Jeff Danna’s score for Julia, which is set for release tomorrow via Watertower Music.
HBO Max’s eight episode comedy series is inspired by Julia Child’s (Sarah Lancashire) extraordinary life and her long-running television series, The French Chef, which pioneered the modern cooking show. Through Julia’s life and her singular joie de vivre, the series explores a pivotal time in American history—the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women’s movement, the nature of celebrity and America’s cultural evolution. At its heart, the show is a portrait of a loving marriage with a shifting power dynamic.
One of Danna’s main challenges in his work here was to develop a theme that could speak to both the culinary icon’s spirit, and the series’ “brilliant and warm showcase” of her early years on television.
HBO Max’s eight episode comedy series is inspired by Julia Child’s (Sarah Lancashire) extraordinary life and her long-running television series, The French Chef, which pioneered the modern cooking show. Through Julia’s life and her singular joie de vivre, the series explores a pivotal time in American history—the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women’s movement, the nature of celebrity and America’s cultural evolution. At its heart, the show is a portrait of a loving marriage with a shifting power dynamic.
One of Danna’s main challenges in his work here was to develop a theme that could speak to both the culinary icon’s spirit, and the series’ “brilliant and warm showcase” of her early years on television.
- 3/31/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
“Don’t Look Up” and “Coda” have won the top feature film awards from the Writers Guild of America, which held its annual WGA Awards on Sunday evening.
On the heels of its Producers Guild Award victory on Saturday, “Coda” kicked off the show by winning the first award of the night, for Best Adapted Screenplay. The category also included “Dune,” “Nightmare Alley,” “tick, tick…Boom!” and “West Side Story” — but two of the biggest challengers to “Coda” in the Oscar race for adapted screenplay, “The Power of the Dog” and “The Lost Daughter,” were not eligible for the award because of WGA regulations.
In the Best Original Screenplay category, “Don’t Look Up” scored a surprise victory over “Licorice Pizza,” which was favored to take the award, and “King Richard.” Two other Oscar nominees, “Belfast” and “The Worst Person in the World,” were ineligible.
Television awards included “Succession” and “Hacks” for drama and comedy series,...
On the heels of its Producers Guild Award victory on Saturday, “Coda” kicked off the show by winning the first award of the night, for Best Adapted Screenplay. The category also included “Dune,” “Nightmare Alley,” “tick, tick…Boom!” and “West Side Story” — but two of the biggest challengers to “Coda” in the Oscar race for adapted screenplay, “The Power of the Dog” and “The Lost Daughter,” were not eligible for the award because of WGA regulations.
In the Best Original Screenplay category, “Don’t Look Up” scored a surprise victory over “Licorice Pizza,” which was favored to take the award, and “King Richard.” Two other Oscar nominees, “Belfast” and “The Worst Person in the World,” were ineligible.
Television awards included “Succession” and “Hacks” for drama and comedy series,...
- 3/21/2022
- by Steve Pond
- The Wrap
You made it through the Screen Actors Guild Awards, the Directors Guild Awards, and the Producers Guild Awards, too. The wait for the Oscars is almost over, but one more major guild had yet to give out its trophies before the Academy Awards. Tonight, Hollywood’s top writers came together for the Writers Guild of America Awards, which honored the finest achievements in film and television writing.
On the film side, the nominees were actually quite different from what you’ll see at the Oscars next week. In the Original Screenplay category, “Licorice Pizza,” “Don’t Look Up,” and “King Richard” were still nominated, but “Belfast” and “The Worst Person in the World” were replaced with “Being the Ricardos.” The Adapted Screenplay category was even more distinct, with only two Oscar contenders (“Dune” and “Coda”) nominated.
But it ultimately did not matter, as two Oscar nominees took the top prizes. “Coda...
On the film side, the nominees were actually quite different from what you’ll see at the Oscars next week. In the Original Screenplay category, “Licorice Pizza,” “Don’t Look Up,” and “King Richard” were still nominated, but “Belfast” and “The Worst Person in the World” were replaced with “Being the Ricardos.” The Adapted Screenplay category was even more distinct, with only two Oscar contenders (“Dune” and “Coda”) nominated.
But it ultimately did not matter, as two Oscar nominees took the top prizes. “Coda...
- 3/20/2022
- by Christian Zilko
- Indiewire
Sunday’s 74th Writers Guild of America Awards will wrap up the guild season, along with the American Society of Cinematographers Awards. Will the winners be an Oscar preview?
“Licorice Pizza,” written by Paul Thomas Anderson, and “Coda,” by Sian Heder, are favored to win Best Original Screenplay and Best Adapted Screenplay, respectively. However, they are not facing off against many of their Oscar rivals as the WGA’s rules have rendered several scripts ineligible, including Oscar nominees “Belfast” and “The Worst Person in the World” in original, and “Drive My Car,” “The Lost Daughter” and “The Power of the Dog” in adapted. But if they both prevail, they will have bagged the two top industry prizes as they won at BAFTA last weekend right in the middle of final Oscar voting (it ends Tuesday).
The TV field features heavy-hitters “Succession” and “Ted Lasso,” both of which are expected to...
“Licorice Pizza,” written by Paul Thomas Anderson, and “Coda,” by Sian Heder, are favored to win Best Original Screenplay and Best Adapted Screenplay, respectively. However, they are not facing off against many of their Oscar rivals as the WGA’s rules have rendered several scripts ineligible, including Oscar nominees “Belfast” and “The Worst Person in the World” in original, and “Drive My Car,” “The Lost Daughter” and “The Power of the Dog” in adapted. But if they both prevail, they will have bagged the two top industry prizes as they won at BAFTA last weekend right in the middle of final Oscar voting (it ends Tuesday).
The TV field features heavy-hitters “Succession” and “Ted Lasso,” both of which are expected to...
- 3/20/2022
- by Joyce Eng
- Gold Derby
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