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Prequel To Smash Israeli Series ‘Shtisel’ In The Works

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Beloved Israeli drama 'Shtisel' is getting a prequel series, further expanding the beloved Haredi family's story on screens worldwide.
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  • The new prequel series will explore the origins and younger years of Akiva Shtisel, the fan-favorite protagonist from the original show.
  • With production company Fremantle and broadcaster Yes on board, the prequel is primed to capture the same emotional depth and cultural nuance that made 'Shtisel' a global hit.
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Akiva Shtisel, Fremantle, Yes, 'Shtisel'
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