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Limited Series – We Were the Lucky Ones

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A Jewish family separated at the start of World War II is determined to survive and reunite.
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We Were the Lucky Ones — Limited Series

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Equal parts harrowing and life-affirming, We Were the Lucky Ones is a sensitively told tale of perseverance given tear-inducing heart by its wonderful ensemble.

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Amy Amatangelo Tellyvisions We Were the Lucky Ones is powerful and cathartic. The family’s sprawling story never becomes unwieldy. Jul 25, 2025 Full Review Hugo Rifkind The Times (UK) One striking feature, not often seen in Holocaust dramas, is the edge of adventure that exists amid the terror, with these all being young, attractive, dynamic people who are about as mobile and resilient as it gets. Jun 21, 2024 Full Review Lucy Mangan Guardian It’s been commissioned, created, acted and broadcast in absolute good faith. There is not an ounce of cynicism in it. But little is new here, and that means most of its power is generated almost automatically. Rated: 3/5 Jun 20, 2024 Full Review Ernesto Diezmartinez Letras Libres The miniseries "We Were the Lucky Ones" is a story about the Holocaust, with certain elements that distinguish it from similar productions and make it resonate with today's world.[Full review in Spanish] Rated: 2.5/4 Apr 30, 2025 Full Review Paula Vázquez Prieto La Nación (Argentina) We Were the Lucky Ones has a classic structure that progresses through the stories of the dispersed family members... [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 3/5 Aug 28, 2024 Full Review Abe Friedtanzer Cinema Daily US Nearly eighty years after the end of World War II, this show serves as a stark and important reminder of the ease with which hatred can spread and people can be cast as others in a way that makes them seem less than human. Rated: B+ Jul 27, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Nicole W Charming, well-acted and enjoyable. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/13/25 Full Review Giovanna Q A beautiful story that captivates viewers instantly as we are told through multiple points of view the tragic war story of this family which also show the power that love and hope have even amongst the darkest moments through the amazing acting of such an amazing cast. Logan Lerman as always brought to the screen his all and left no crumbs. And the outstanding Joey King brought a new view to her as an actress as she takes a more adult and mature role which only is show us just how deep her potential goes. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/15/24 Full Review Patrick E. M Absolutely moving. A must Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/28/24 Full Review Isabelle M Incredible series. It was such an emotional watch and was very informative. Not a dry eye by the last episode. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/26/24 Full Review Braxton M Just finished watching this very emotional series. Was very true to the actual events of the holocaust and would definitely recommend. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/07/24 Full Review nicole m I loved this show! It was powerful and moving with a strong female lead! The acting was great and the story was very well written. I give it 10 out of 10!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/16/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Joey King

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Logan Lerman

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Hadas Yaron

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Henry Lloyd-Hughes

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Amit Rahav

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Sam Woolf

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 28, 2024 Radom The Kurc family celebrates Passover in Radom, Poland; one year later, the onset of World War II forces a devastating separation. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 28, 2024 Lvov Halina and Bella start their passage to Lvov; Sol, Nechuma and Mila must find a new home in German-occupied Radom; Addy is conscripted into a Polish unit of the French army. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 28, 2024 Siberia Genek and Herta are sent on a grueling train ride; Addy escapes Europe by sea; Halina starts a new job in Soviet-Occupied Lvov. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 4, 2024 Casablanca Mila does everything to protect young Felicia; Halina, Jakob and Bella face new danger in Lvov; Addy searches for Eliska in Morocco. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 11, 2024 Ilha Das Flores Halina, Jakob and Bella search for those missing in Lvov; Addy and Eliska attempt to enter Brazil; Genek faces a Siberian winter and a question of faith; Sol and Nechuma observe Rosh Hashanah. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 18, 2024 Warsaw With Sol and Nechuma in danger, Halina attempts to find refuge for her parents; Mila learns to assimilate in Warsaw; Bella searches for solace at the AVL Factory; Jakob faces life alone in the Radom ghetto. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 25, 2024 Monte Cassino Halina and Adam prepare for impending violence in Warsaw; Genek embarks on a dangerous mission; Addy struggles to move on with the unknown fate of his family. Details Episode 8 Aired May 2, 2024 Rio Halina's strength and hope are put to the test; Addy builds a new life in Rio; the end of the war triggers the Kurc family's final search for answers. Details

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Season Info

Director
Neasa Hardiman, Amit Gupta, Thomas Kail
Executive Producer
Georgia Hunter, Erica Lipez, Thomas Kail, Jennifer Todd, Adam Milch, Amit Gupta, Neasa Hardiman
Screenwriter
Georgia Hunter, Erica Lipez, Adam Milch
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama, War
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 28, 2024