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Unorthodox 2020

★ 7.7/10 · 760 votes TV-MA Drama 1 seasons · 4 eps Ended

Created by Anna Winger, Alexa Karolinski

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What is Unorthodox?

Unorthodox is a television series first released in 2020. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
TV series
Year
2020
Status
Ended
Episodes
4
First aired
Mar 26, 2020
Last aired
Mar 26, 2020
Original language
DE
Origin
DE
Networks
Netflix
Genres
Drama
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“A Brooklyn Hasidic woman escapes an arranged marriage, finding refuge among Berlin musicians.”

# intense# intimate# culturally-charged# character-driven
Reasons to watch
  • Based on Deborah Feldman's memoir, offering an authentic perspective
  • Features compelling performances
  • Shows vivid contrast between Brooklyn and Berlin
Keep in mind
  • Mature themes may be heavy for some viewers

Watch it if you’re interested in stories of personal liberation and cultural clash.

The series is rated TV‑MA and contains mature themes, including religious oppression and personal trauma.

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Cast

Shira Haas Esther Shapiro
Amit Rahav Yakov Shapiro
Jeff Wilbusch Moische Lefkovitch
Alex Reid Leah Mandelbaum Schwartz
Delia Mayer Miriam Shapiro
Ronit Asheri Malka Schwarz
Aaron Altaras Robert
Dina Doron Babby
David Mandelbaum Zeidy
Gera Sandler Mordecai Schwartz
Lili Rosen Rabbi
Tamar Amit-Joseph Yael Roubeni

Frequently asked questions

Is Unorthodox based on a true story?

Yes, it is loosely based on Deborah Feldman's 2012 autobiography.

When did Unorthodox debut on Netflix?

It premiered on Netflix on March 26, 2020.

What is the main character’s background?

She is a Hasidic Jewish woman from Brooklyn.

Where does the series take place?

The story begins in Brooklyn and continues in Berlin.

What genre best describes Unorthodox?

It is a German‑American drama miniseries.