We Were the Lucky Ones — Official Trailer

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added: Fri, Feb 9th '24

In the official trailer for the new Hulu limited series "We Were the Lucky Ones," Joey King ("The Act") and Logan Lerman ("Hunters") confront the harrowing realities of World War II. Adapted from Georgia Hunter's bestselling novel of the same name, the series chronicles the remarkable true story of a Jewish family torn apart at the onset of WWII. Across eight gripping episodes, viewers witness their courageous journey across continents, evading the clutches of Nazi forces, and eventually reuniting decades later.

Joining King and Lerman are a talented ensemble cast, including Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, and Robin Weigert. Executive produced and written by Erica Lipez ("Julia," "The Morning Show"), who also serves as showrunner, the series benefits from the direction and executive production of Thomas Kail, acclaimed for his directing and producing work on "Hamilton" and the FX miniseries "Fosse/Verdon."

"We Were the Lucky Ones" is set to premiere exclusively on Hulu on March 28th, offering audiences a compelling portrayal of resilience, courage, and the enduring power of family in the face of unimaginable adversity.

synopsis:
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.

 

directed by   Thomas Kail

starring   Joey King, Logan Lerman, Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi, Robin Weigert

release date   March 28, 2024 (on Hulu)