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JTA Seinfeld declines to say ‘free Palestine’ after Knicks game: ‘It doesn’t exist’ 11 Jun
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld, after a New York Knicks game, humorously declined to say "free Palestine" when approached by streamer FinesseFave, stating "It doesn...
11 Jun
Forward ‘Odessa’ wants to use your empathy against you 10 Jun
"Odessa" is a provocative short film by Harald Swinkels that cleverly employs what he calls an "empathy trap" to challenge viewers' assumptions. The film beg...
10 Jun
Forward Their sons are fighting for Israel, and it's driving them mad 9 Jun
Two poignant films, "Oxygen" and "A Burning Man," showcased at the Israel Film Center Festival, explore the deep anxiety of Israeli parents as their sons eng...
9 Jun
Forward ‘The Naked Woman’ asks — what would Jewish Chekhov look like? 8 Jun
"The Naked Woman" by Allie Avital and Alia Azamat Ashkenazi explores what a Jewish Chekhov might look like through the lens of a complex family drama. Set in...
8 Jun
JTA John Lithgow wins Tony Award for portraying Roald Dahl in ‘Giant,’ about Dahl’s antisemitism 8 Jun
John Lithgow won his third Tony Award for his portrayal of Roald Dahl's controversial character in the play "Giant," which addresses Dahl's antisemitic remar...
8 Jun
Forward A Hasidic wedding entertainer tries to keep up with the times — if his ego will let him 5 Jun
Israeli director Gidi Dar returns to the Hasidic world in his new film, "The Wedding Entertainer (The Tale of Moishe Badhan)," after a two-decade hiatus sinc...
5 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah 60 Minutes and Anti-Israel Bias 4 Jun
An examination of alleged anti-Israel bias within 60 Minutes highlights ongoing tensions in media representation of Israeli-Palestinian issues. The article r...
4 Jun
Kveller All the Jewish TV Coming June 2026 2 Jun
June 2026 promises an exciting array of Jewish-related television content, featuring numerous acclaimed Jewish actors and intriguing shows. Highlights includ...
2 Jun
Forward Some named names, some didn't, but it's not just a story of good guys and bad guys 2 Jun
Lionel Stander's testimony before the House Un-American Activities Committee serves as a focal point for "Are You Now or Have You Ever Been," a docudrama rev...
2 Jun
Kveller ‘Couples Therapy’ Star Orna Guralnik Is the Jewish TV Healer We Need Right Now 1 Jun
Orna Guralnik, the Israeli American therapist starring in Showtime's 'Couples Therapy,' has become a pivotal figure in modern television's portrayal of thera...
1 Jun
Tablet The God of ‘Euphoria’ 1 Jun
Revisiting the impact of the HBO series "Euphoria," this article examines its creator Sam Levinson's personal connections to the show, its cultural significa...
1 Jun
JTA London police are ‘reviewing’ video of Helen Mirren being called ‘an evil Zionist’ 29 May
Actress Helen Mirren was targeted with antisemitic verbal abuse on a London street, where she was called an "evil Zionist" due to her support for Israel. Lon...
29 May
JTA London police are ‘reviewing’ video of Helen Mirren being called ‘an evil Zionist’ 29 May
British actress Helen Mirren was the target of antisemitic verbal abuse recorded on video, which London police are currently reviewing. The incident involved...
29 May
Kveller The New Season of ‘Fauda’ Tackles October 7 29 May
The new season of "Fauda" delves into the traumatic and complex repercussions of the October 7 events, focusing on its lead character Doron Kabilio's struggl...
29 May
Forward How ‘Hacks’ botched its Yiddish line  28 May
HBO Max's series "Hacks" found itself in a linguistic mishap during a recent episode where the character Randi, portrayed by Robbie Hoffman, uses incorrect Y...
28 May
Kveller How Josh Gad’s Daughter Inspired the ‘Spaceballs’ Sequel 27 May
A delightful story unfolds as Josh Gad's daughter inspires a sequel to the cult classic Spaceballs, set for release in 2027. After an evening watching Mel Br...
27 May
Kveller This ‘90210’ Star Just Celebrated His Daughter’s Bat Mitzvah 26 May
Ian Ziering, known to many as Steve Sanders from "Beverly Hills: 90210," celebrated his youngest daughter Penna's bat mitzvah. Raised in a Jewish household i...
26 May
Kveller This Mel Brooks Series Is Actually Happening 21 May
FX has confirmed production of "Very Young Frankenstein," a series inspired by Mel Brooks' 1974 film, "Young Frankenstein." Directed by Taika Waititi and fea...
21 May
Kveller Jackie Tohn’s Jewish Summer Camp Movie Is Finally Coming to Theaters 20 May
"The Floaters," a new Jewish summer camp movie starring Jackie Tohn, Sarah Podemski, and Seth Green, is set to hit theaters on July 10. Directed by Rachel Is...
20 May
Kveller Harrison Ford Makes an Excellent Joke About His Jewish Mom 19 May
In a humorous and candid podcast interview hosted by Ted Danson, Harrison Ford shares snippets about his Jewish heritage, specifically through anecdotes abou...
19 May
Kveller A New Movie About Paul Simon Making ‘Graceland’ Is Coming 18 May
Paul Simon's groundbreaking 1986 album, Graceland, recorded with South African musicians during apartheid, is set to become a movie. The film, The Road Home,...
18 May
Forward On a new Israeli TV show, the secret lives of Orthodox Jewish atheists 18 May
The Israeli TV show "Behasture," also known as "Ambiguity," explores the hidden lives of Orthodox Jewish atheists, often referred to as "anusim." Set during ...
18 May
Israel: State of a Nation Is Hollywood shaping the lens, or are audiences projecting today’s politics onto stories? 17 May
The discussion between Jonah Platt and his co-host engages with the tension between Hollywood's influence and audience interpretation in film. They explore w...
17 May
Forward Piers Morgan is what's wrong with media coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict — and I can't stop watching him 16 May
In a column by Rob Eshman, Piers Morgan's show "Piers Morgan Uncensored" is critiqued for its approach to discussing contentious issues such as the Israeli-P...
16 May
Kveller Jewish Actors Lior Raz, Dustin Hoffman and Tovah Feldshuh Star in ‘Tuner’ 15 May
The film "Tuner," directed by Daniel Roher, is a heist movie featuring a notable Jewish cast, including Lior Raz, Dustin Hoffman, and Tovah Feldshuh. The plo...
15 May
Israel: State of a Nation It’s not “we don’t like Jewish stories.” It’s “we don’t want the headache.” 15 May
In a discussion with Eylon Levy, Jonah Platt addresses the reluctance in Hollywood to engage with Jewish stories. This hesitancy is not necessarily due to an...
15 May
Forward Writer of sitcom airing instead of Eurovision in Ireland calls broadcaster’s boycott over Israel ‘disgraceful antisemitism’ 13 May
Irish comedy writer Graham Linehan has criticized Ireland's public broadcaster RTÉ for not airing the Eurovision Song Contest due to Israel's participation, ...
13 May
Kveller We’re Obsessed With These Behind the Scenes Photos From ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 3 13 May
The article excitedly shares behind-the-scenes glimpses from the upcoming season three of the popular series "Nobody Wants This," a show centered on the inte...
13 May
Kveller Join Us for a Virtual Screening of Amanda Peet’s Super Jewish New Film ‘Fantasy Life’ 12 May
"Fantasy Life" is a new film directed by and starring Matthew Shear, featuring Amanda Peet as an actress reviving her career while forming a bond with Sam St...
12 May
Tablet Associate Producer / Audio Editor, Tablet Studios 12 May
Tablet Magazine is expanding its audio branch, Tablet Studios, and is on the lookout for a versatile Associate Producer/Audio Editor. This role involves hand...
12 May
Kveller Larry David and Barack Obama Get Kvetchy in the Trailer for New Show 11 May
Larry David is teaming up with former President Barack Obama for a new HBO Max sketch show, "Life, Larry and The Pursuit of Unhappiness," debuting on June 26...
11 May
JTA Michael Jackson biopic revives legend of Jewish music mogul who battled MTV’s ‘color barrier’ 8 May
The newly released Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael," highlights the role of Jewish music executive Walter Yetnikoff in breaking MTV's racial barriers. The f...
8 May
Kveller Jill Kargman on Making ‘Influenced,’ a Joyful Jewish Movie 8 May
Jill Kargman's new film "Influenced" is a joyful and star-studded exploration of Jewish life on New York's Upper East Side, featuring Kargman as her humorous...
8 May
Kveller ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Is Actually So Jewish 8 May
Lior Zaltzman explores the understated Jewish elements in "The Devil Wears Prada," revealing how both the book and film carry Jewish connections that many fa...
8 May
Forward Is this Apple TV thriller hasbara — or societal critique? 8 May
Apple TV's new thriller "Unconditional" explores controversial themes, drawing attention for its portrayal of Israeli characters and the politically complex ...
8 May
Forward In Max and Richard Fleischer, was father like son? 7 May
The article explores the filmic legacy of Max and Richard Fleischer, particularly focusing on their Jewish identities and influences in their work. Max, a pi...
7 May
Kveller ‘The Sopranos’ Jamie-Lynn Sigler Got Her Acting Start at Her Brother’s Bar Mitzvah 7 May
Jamie-Lynn Sigler, known for her role as Meadow Soprano, highlights her Jewish roots and acting origins in her memoir, "And So It Is: A Memoir of Acceptance ...
7 May
Forward Mike Stoller and Iris Rainer Dart talk ‘Beaches’ and reviving their Yiddish musical 5 May
Veteran artists Mike Stoller and Iris Rainer Dart reflect on their enduring contributions to musical theater, revisiting their Yiddish influences and storied...
5 May
Kveller Claire Danes To Star in (Another) Adaptation of an Israeli Hit Show Coming to Netflix 4 May
Claire Danes is set to star in and executive produce "Lovesick," a Netflix adaptation of the Israeli hit show "Cholei Ahava," also known as "The Best Worst T...
4 May
Kveller All the Jewish TV Coming in May 2026 1 May
Jewish representation in May 2026's TV lineup is somewhat sparse but varied. Highlights include Apple TV's "Friends and Neighbors," featuring a surprising Pa...
1 May
Hadassah ‘Beaches’ Is Finally a Broadway Musical 1 May
The beloved story of 'Beaches,' known for its book and film versions, has made its way to Broadway as a musical, capturing the tumultuous and enduring friend...
1 May
Kveller A Very Jewish Movie Starring Sunny Sandler and Max Greenfield Is Coming to Netflix This Summer 28 Apr
"Don't Say Good Luck," an upcoming Netflix film, is set to premiere on August 14, and promises to be a delight for Jewish audiences. Directed by Julia Hart a...
28 Apr
Forward They told Willy Loman he was everything; 'twas a great American lie 28 Apr
Talya Zax explores a new Broadway production of Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman," drawing analogies between the tragic figures of Willy Loman and Shakes...
28 Apr
Forward Apple TV's 'Your Friends & Neighbors' just gave us a stunningly authentic Jewish episode 27 Apr
The Apple TV series 'Your Friends & Neighbors' recently featured a Passover seder in its fourth episode, marking an authentic portrayal of Jewish culture on ...
27 Apr
JTA Apple TV’s ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ just gave us a stunningly authentic Passover episode 27 Apr
Apple TV's "Your Friends & Neighbors" has delivered a memorable episode featuring a Passover seder, blending accuracy with cultural nuance. The show, set in ...
27 Apr
Tablet Lemon Aid 27 Apr
Set in a near-future media landscape mired in a crisis of trust and purpose, the article examines the plight of Don Lemon, a former CNN anchor turned free sp...
27 Apr
Kveller Everything You Need to Know About the Original Israeli ‘Euphoria’ Show and Its Creators 24 Apr
Euphoria, originally an Israeli TV show created by Ron Leshem and Daphna Levin, has made waves since its adaptation for HBO Max. Rooted in the gritty realiti...
24 Apr
Kveller Netflix’s ‘Noah Kahan: Out of Body’ Is a Moving Portrait of a Young Jewish Star 23 Apr
Noah Kahan: Out of Body on Netflix offers an intimate look at rising Jewish singer Noah Kahan, exploring themes of family, mental health, and identity. The d...
23 Apr
Forward A lost film by Israeli B-movie director Sam Firstenberg gets a new life  22 Apr
Sam Firstenberg, the Israeli-born director known for his cult B-movies such as "American Ninja" and "Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo," is experiencing a renewe...
22 Apr
JTA A lost film by Israeli B-movie director Sam Firstenberg gets a new life  22 Apr
Sam Firstenberg, an acclaimed Israeli director known for cult B-movies, is experiencing a resurgence with the re-release of his lesser-known 1989 film, 'Rive...
22 Apr