That's how the LA Times describes WWTLO in its list of The Best Shows of 2024, adding that it’s "a study of character under the pressure of history." We certainly appreciate finding ourselves in such good company. Scroll down to the photo of Joey King as Halina for the full story.
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Kudos to Erica Lipez, our brilliant writer/creator/showrunner/executive producer, for being awarded the Coalition for Faith & Media's Spirituality in Entertainment Honor. A ceremony hosted by Variety will celebrate "individuals who are supporting often underrepresented themes of faith in storytelling and entertainment." Erica could not be more deserving of this prestigious tribute, which aims to ensure…
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Screencraft interviewed writer/producer/show runner Erica Lipez for her thoughts on the challenges of adapting "We Were the Lucky Ones" for television. Erica described one of her key principles: “... if you create an environment where people feel safe and empowered, where their voices are heard, and you listen to them, you will get such incredible…
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After seven months of filming in Romania, spanning the winter of 2022-23, we finished up in sunny Spain the following spring. Our set designers transformed various locations in Andalusia - including Malaga, Marbella and Cadiz - into Rio de Janeiro, Dakar, Casablanca, Montecassino, Uzbekistan, Tel Aviv and the Austrian Alps. Read the full story here.
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Awards Daily 2025 took a deep dive into some of the emotions and cinematic decisions behind the WWTLO adaptation. "Director and Executive Producer Thomas Kail has a strong connection with this story," writes Joey Moser, "and he makes this limited series feel overwhelmingly urgent." Describing the scene when Nechuma is not allowed back into her…
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Variety examined our adaptation in the context of the need to find new perspectives amidst "a mighty wave of content that comes 85 years after the war began with Hitler’s invasion of Poland in 1939, an event depicted in We Were the Lucky Ones.” Show runner and executive producer Erica Lipez noted that "embedded in…
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I thoroughly enjoyed my two days in Los Angeles engaging with the community as part of the Beverly Hills Reads! program. A public presentation was followed the next day by assemblies at Beverly Hills High School. Beverly Hills Courier reported on the community event. More on the student event here.
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Brazilian Ambassador to France Souza Dantas, based in Vichy during the German occupation, saved hundreds of lives by issuing unauthorized visas to Jews and others facing deportation and worse. Kveller details this history, including the fact that my grandfather was one of the fortunate recipients of the Ambassador's compassion. Full story here.
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For those who can read Portuguese, here's an article in the Brazilian magazine Claudia about We Were the Lucky Ones or, as the series is called in Brazil, Nós Tivemos Sorte. I love that they feature a shot of the Farinholt family cameo in the scene where Addy races through the streets of Rio for…
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In a thoughtful essay, ReformJudaism.org describes how WWTLO differs from other Holocaust stories by being framed inside the Kurc family, "with doses of humor and humanity." "It's easy to put yourself in their shoes,"the article says, noting "the care and depth creator Erica Lipez imbues in its telling." "Taking the story out of the history…
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With the launch of WWTLO overseas, the UK journal JewishNews gave the series a close look and interviewed Amit Rahav, who plays Jakob, and whose grandmother is herself a survivor. Amit reflected on his experience in the series, which he says has had a visceral impact on his sense of Jewishness. “It’s really made me…
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Variety interviewed Joey and our brilliant costume designer, Lisa Duncan, to discuss how her detailed research and careful choices supported the development of Halina's character. Bright, stylish outfits in pre-war scenes give way to more somber tones as wartime life darkened. There were 46 costume changes in all for Halina - each one offering insight…
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Thank you, Beverly Hills, CA, for inviting me to share some WWTLO love with the community and engage with the students of Beverly Hills High the next day. I love the statement by the city's mayor: “Reading has the power to inspire, educate and unite us all.” Beverly Hills Courier article here.
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Another fun conversation, this one with Lianna Cohen on her author-themed podcast, Get Lit With Lianna. Answering questions about everything from my research to the screen adaptation to the casting (which Lianna calls "phenomenal"), I had a chance to share some of the behind-the-scenes moments that deeply influenced me. Full interview here.
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The Television Academy's Emmy Magazine wrote a thoughtful summary of our series, and included some wonderful stills by our set photographer Vlad Cioplea. The article details the approach we adopted for the adaptation: to tell the story through the eyes (and hearts) of one family. "The series is sweeping as it follows the various Kurcs…
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Erica and I were honored to share this interview on the Women in Entertainment series "In Her Words," discussing our adaptation choices in detail. The focus on character, on family, led Erica to recall meeting 28 ("hilarious" in her words) Kurc family members in person for an early screening in DC. Full video interview here.
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This video chat on The Latest With Maya was a real honor and a pleasure. Maya, who broadcasts from a studio created by Ryan Seacrest at the Children's Hospital Colorado to provide opportunities for young patients, survived a childhood brain tumor and now hosts her own show. She is a charmer and asked the best…
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Thrilled to receive TWO nominations for the 2024 Astra TV Awards - for Best Limited Series and Best Actress in a Limited Series or Movie (Joey King)! The Astra Award mission is to "embrace and elevate inclusive voices" and recognize "new, diverse and rising talent." Awards Daily notes that "the Limited Series categories are the…
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So much fun chatting with cousins Michel and José ("Zé") Kurc on a zoom from Brazil. The host, Rabbi Nilton Bonder, asked me to tell how WWTLO came about. Michel spoke eloquently of the continuity of family connections throughout the generations, recalling my grandfather Addy's frequent visits to Brazil and the cousins' trips to the…
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The UBJ (United Business Journal) gave recognition to the outstanding performances by our cast. "From seasoned veterans to rising stars, each member of the ensemble delivers nuanced performances ..." and notes that "As each episode unfolds, the cast’s collective talent shines brightly, illuminating a chapter of history that must never be forgotten." Full story here.
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In this story, Time highlights artifacts that contributed to my historical research, including my grandfather Addy's wallet, which contained a treasure trove of papers documenting his desperate attempt in 1940 to escape Europe - visa applications (denied), military records, and more. A replica of the wallet was created as a prop for Logan Lerman, who…
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With a 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, WWTLO is recognized as one of the best shows on Hulu. Collider notes that the adaptation is based on "a narrative that spans continents and explores the dark years of the Holocaust through a heartbreakingly human perspective" and concludes, "Though no doubt a challenging task, the series miraculously manages…
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The Boston Globe finds the series "potent" and "devastating" but notes that "There is a theme of hope hovering over ... with the title and its ironic claim providing a consistent tinge of optimism — luck!" The article goes on: "One of the strengths of We Were the Lucky Ones, brought to TV by Erica…
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It was fun telling the story of "We Were the Lucky Ones" to New Canaan Darien + Rowayton magazine, along with fellow Rowaytonites Jill Arden and Dre Loomis Towey. The article includes a photo of our family cameo, shot in Cadiz, Spain (for Rio de Janeiro) and even our dog Dash is now immortalized in…
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I could not be more proud of our brilliant writer and showrunner Erica Lipez, nominated for a 2024 Humanitas Prize in the Limited Series Teleplay category for her spectacular final episode, "Rio." It's truly a masterpiece in which every scene, every word is a gem. "The Humanitas Prizes have recognized writers who explore the human…
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I was honored to chat with Awards Radar about the process of bringing We Were the Lucky Ones to the screen. Watch the full interview here.
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When The Hollywood Reporter asked me to write an essay for the "Emmy Season - The Report" in its 6/3/2024 issue, I dove down memory lane to my teens, when the idea for We Were the Lucky Ones first hit my radar. Next I time-traveled to the conversation with Tommy Kail that launched the last…
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In June 2024 the series launched on Disney+ in France, UK and several other countries including Israel and Brazil. I love hearing from family and friends who are watching and sending reviews. Le Parisien calls Sur Les Ailes de la Chance (the French title) "une série poignante, déchirante, bouleversante, éprouvante évidemment. Pourtant, c’est l’espoir et…
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I was honored to be on a panel at the Paley Center for Media, part of its PaleyImpact program to raise awareness of antisemitism. Our topic was "Preserving Survivors' Legacy Through Holocaust Stories." Also on the panel were two documentary film makers and Susanna Fogel, director/executive producer of "A Small Light." We all agreed about…
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I love that in this Gold Derby interview, Tommy remembers how we met through his childhood buddy Robert, whom I later married. He also recalls being influenced, as a young man thinking about going into the arts, by conversations with my actor / writer / director father, Tom Hunter. You can watch the interview here.…
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Our showrunner, lead writer and executive producer Erica Lipez spoke with Screencraft about adapting WWTLO for TV. From making sure the audience understood the family dynamic to creating an ideal environment for the cast and crew to shine, Erica's vision was the magic dust spread throughout the entire endeavor. Full story here.
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Tommy and I enjoyed chatting with Zibby Owens for this podcast in the series "Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books." (How about that title - sadly it's too often true, but luckily not always!) Tommy describes WWTLO as a story about telling a story - just after Covid isolation - about a family trying…
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Telly Visions goes on to describe the series as "Emotionally moving. Impeccably acted. Deftly directed. At times utterly devastating, but always brimming with hope." The article gives credit "not only to the amazing story of the Kurc family and the strong script and smart direction but also to a solid cast that delivers performances that…
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In this zoom I virtually jumped the pond to Paris to talk with the host of "The Bloodflow Podcast," Jonathan Hammel, who also happens to be a physician, an author, and a musician. I fully enjoyed chatting with this multitalented Frenchman about the origins of WWTLO. Part of the story is published in The The…
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UK-based actor Sam Woolf, who brilliantly portrays my great-uncle Adam, spoke with 1883 Magazine about his experiences on and off set. "I was humbled by Adam’s quiet patience and determinism, his reservation and his passion. He was an extraordinary man." Referring to the rest of the cast, Sam said, "We were all very aware of…
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Tommy Kail shared his perspectives on directing WWTLO with The Hollywood Reporter, noting that he'd been mulling over the story since he and I met 25 years ago. About the production, he noted that "we wanted this to be something that felt close to us and not dusty. And if we could do that, then…
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The Wrap lauded the "stellar talent" on the series and "the impeccable work done by the cast and crew," adding that "the show differentiates itself by staying true to its central theme of family." The article concludes that "It’s a sweeping adventure, a tragic history lesson, and an inspiring tale of love, hope and resilience."…
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I love that Daily Beast recognized both the Kurc family members and offered well deserved praise for the exquisite costuming (Lisa Duncan) and cinematography (Tim Ives). "Each member of the Kurc family is honored; this spotlight extends from how exquisitely they’re costumed, framed, and lit to the attention paid to every agonizing decision they make…
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Our brilliant casting director, Fiona Weir, deserves high praise for the incredible ensemble of actors she found. Speaking with Variety, Fiona said she knew from the start that "we had to create a group that organically felt like a family.” She talked about the challenges and rewards of casting internationally, with American, British and Israeli…
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Joey opened up to The Hollywood Reporter about her feelings of responsibility in playing a real-life person - my great-aunt Halina. She prepared extensively, facing the challenges of depicting someone "who went through something terrible." In the end, Joey says Halina was her favorite role to date. “It was really special to feel that kind…
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IndieWire lists our musical score as one of the best of the year, and I couldn't agree more. "A gorgeously elegant and elegiac Rachel Portman theme would’ve been enough to be thankful for. But Portman’s collaboration with Jon Ehrlich on the “We Were The Lucky Ones” score goes well beyond one emotional note. The music…
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Tommy spoke with Kveller about how working on our series connected him with his own family history, what he learned from his 100-year-old grandmother and how "Fiddler on the Roof," which he views as a story about community, has been a "huge influence" on his work. He credited Erica Lipez, show runner, with delivering a…
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Logan and Joey spoke with the LA Times about what it was like to prepare for and play their roles as Addy and Halina. “What matters to me more than anything in this story is the truth of this family, their history and what they experienced,” Logan told the LA Times. “It doesn’t lean on…
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One of my true heroes in making the tv series is our brilliant production designer, James Merrifield. His boundless imagination, tireless attention to detail and creative execution of every set were phenomenal. The first one I visited - the Kurc's pre-war apartment with a table set for Seder - brought me to tears due to…
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MSN recommended our show as a top pick to watch over Memorial Day. "We Were the Lucky Ones has been met with overwhelmingly positive reviews..." they wrote, adding that "it combines the harrowing reality of pain and loss amid war with stories of hope, love, and perseverance. It’s tough to watch at times, but the…
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Just announced: We Were the Lucky Ones airs in the UK and Ireland on Disney+ starting on June 19, 2024. It premiered in Israel, Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands on May 1. Stay tuned for more international roll-out dates. Full story here.
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I won't lie - it feels great for our show to be singled out by USA Today as one of the best of 2024 so far. And I love the image they chose - the opening moment of the first episode, when Halina receives a message through the Red Cross that would change her life…
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Take a peek at the side-by-side images published in The Wrap showing our wonderful actors and the character each one plays. We didn't cast for look-alikes, but rather for complimentary personalities. Left are Logan Lerman and his character, my grandfather Addy Kurc. You can see all the main characters here.
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In The Wrap's digital cover story, Logan and Joey discussed their personal connections to the story behind We Were the Lucky Ones. “It was really appealing to explore the Jewish refugee experience, which I really hadn’t seen before,” Logan said. “It’s about people that are at the center of these conflicts and the real human stories and…
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WWTLO director and executive producer Tommy Kail sheds light on his process and passions in an in-depth interview on Deadline's Behind the Lens. Brilliant as always! I especially love Tommy's recall of meeting my now-husband at summer camp, and of being inspired, years later, by conversations with my father Tom Hunter on writing and show…
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Heartfelt appreciation to Joey for her thoughtful, delightful and insightful comments at The Hollywood Reporter's live THR Frontrunners Forum. Her description of getting to know the character she played - Halina, my great-aunt - in all her strength and spunkiness is inspiring, as are her reflections about the deep connections that came from working with…
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Erica Lipez, our amazing lead writer, showrunner and executive producer, talked with an audience of hundreds on a Kveller zoom about the challenges and rewards of bringing this story to the world. Kudos and eternal thanks to Erica, now my close friend, whom I admire without bounds. You can watch the conversation here. .
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When the script called for Selim to sing a lullaby to his baby daughter, Felicia, before leaving for the army, Israeli actor Michael Aloni chose a tune his mother used to sing in Polish. I love that example of cast members bringing their own experiences to their parts. Michael's interview with Kveller is here.
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Seems like everyone's talking about the series finale! Episode 8, which aired on May 2, definitely brought out a lot of emotions. Kveller spoke with director Tommy Kail, showrunner Erica Lipez, several cast members and me for some perspectives on what went into it. Full story here.
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Moran Rosenblatt spoke with TV Insider about her personal connection to the role of Herta and about becoming a mother on screen and then in real life. The Israeli actress, whose family was in the Holocaust, said of the ending when the Kurc family reunites, “The strongest feeling I felt was relief, but it was…
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Screenshot I'm in love with the score for "We Were the Lucky Ones." In this Gold Derby interview, composers Rachel Portman and Jon Ehrlich discuss their approach to writing the music. Rachel (who previously won an Emmy for her "Emma" score) noted about our series: "This project felt so important." The…
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When asked by Gold Derby how the cast members made such strong connections, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, who plays my great-uncle Genek, said "The secret sauce was in the topspin." It was his idea to bring the actors together for regular tennis games during time off while filming in Bucharest, Romania - and this became a key…
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Based on all the feedback we're getting from family, friends and even complete strangers, the finale was incredibly emotional. Director Tommy Kail provided Daily Beast with insights on the powerful impact of the show in general. And I was especially moved that he mentioned my dad, Thomas Hunter, as an inspiration. Full story here.
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One of the great pleasures of adapting "We Were the Lucky Ones" to the screen was working with casting director Fiona Weir, who deeply shared our vision of ensuring familial bonds between actors. “Even though our family was from different parts of the world ... they had this commonality of connection to the story,” Fiona…
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IndieWire asked our executive producer and director, Tommy Kail, for his thoughts on how to approach a story with the wide scope of "We Were the Lucky Ones" - 12 characters navigating a war across four continents and nine years. You can find the full story, and a link to an audio conversation on IndieWire's…
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In my conversation with Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper, we explored how understanding history can help us find empathy in today's world. The interviewer quoted me as saying, "Especially with young people, with students, I don't want the Holocaust to be ancient history. I want it to feel relevant... So now's the time to be bringing…
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This one makes me tear up! In our Gold Derby interview, Tommy shares how my dad encouraged him as a young man just starting to think about a profession in the arts. I felt the presence of my dad - Tom Hunter, a published author himself - throughout every bit of the writing process. Here…
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Michael Aloni put his whole heart into playing the role of my great uncle Selim, married to Mila Kurc, my grandfather's older sister. He told The Jerusalem Post: "I think this show is a great tool to deliver a message to the world, to remind people...that we must never forget what happened and that this…
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This flash from the past - my grandmother Caroline at my college graduation - popped up in a recent UVAToday article. I can't help but wonder: Who could have predicted back then that 24 years later, my granny would be seen by the world - in a wonderful interpretation by Nicole Bloom in Episodes 7…
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I chatted with Bakari Sellers on the day that the series finale aired in the U.S. Thanks, Bakari, for your insightful author-to-author questions. The podcast can be heard here.
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Thank you so much, "Bridgerton" author Julia Quinn, for the Best Book to Screen pick! You can watch the segment here.
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What a thrill to watch Joey and Logan help prepare and enjoy a gorgeous Passover Seder in this Hulu-Bon Appetit partnership. Chef Gabe Kennedy demos mouth watering recipes and Designer Rebekah Lowin's table setting is spectacular. I love rewatching this video, intercut with Passover scenes from our show. Watch the video.
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I was delighted to join Joey and Logan on Morning Joe to discuss the series. Willie Geist asked about the research and the actors' sense of responsibility in playing real people. Joe Scarborough was curious about the show's timeliness. It was a pleasure to be on this live show with such perceptive and gracious hosts.…
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Lisa Duncan's stunning costume designs and eye for authenticity did wonders to bring our series to life. After careful research, she either found actual 1930s and 40s clothing or fabricated it, using period styles and textiles. To see some of her incredible creations, scroll down through the photos in this reveal by Frock Flicks. Full…
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Variety interviewed Amit, who plays Jakob in "We Were the Lucky Ones," and reported, "Growing up in Israel meant that ... Amit Rahav was taught about the Holocaust at any early age. His childhood in Tel Aviv included a school trip to concentration camps in Poland," a mandatory part of the school curriculum. Full story…
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Hulu partnered up with Ancestry.com to shine a light on the value of researching one's family history. A favorite part of this video for me is catching glimpses of my cousins - in Spain, on Martha's Vineyard - and of my real grandparents, Caroline and Eddy. Full video here.
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Sam Woolf, the wonderful actor who plays Adam opposite Joey King's Halina, told Wonderland Magazine about "reading Erica Lipez’s script and thinking it was one of the best pieces of writing I’d seen." Among his favorite memories from the shoot: "a collection of dinners with the cast that all run into one long memory of…
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In an interview with Variety, Robin Weigert discussed what motivates the character she plays in the series, Nechuma (my great grandmother). She sees Nechuma as "the nurturer," and when her five children are scattered, she nurtures and comforts her husband, Sol, played by Lior Ashkenazi. Full story here.
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Logan Lerman, who plays Addy (my grandfather) in the series, spoke candidly with Bazaar about his career choices and what it meant to be part of "We Were the Lucky Ones." Describing his own grandfather's experience of escaping the Nazis by fleeing to China, Logan said he was "able to draw from his own ancestry to create…
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The lovely, funny and uber-talented Hadas Yaron, who plays Mila in the series, shared some candid photos and personal reflections with Town and Country Magazine. When the interview was published, the world was waiting with bated breath to learn Mila's fate after the harrowing ending of Episode 4. Full story here.
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I was deeply moved to learn that before shooting began, Sam Woolf (Adam in the series) traveled to Poland to experience Łódź, where his own family of Holocaust survivors came from. The Direct unearthed some more fascinating details about this amazing actor and--since we met on set---good friend. Full story here.
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Thomas Kail, our phenomenal director, talked to LA Times Magazine about the guiding principles for casting We Were the Lucky Ones. Referring to concepts we developed with writer/showrunner Erica Lipez, Tommy explained, "Something that we all thought about deeply was, ‘How can we find that person who connects in the most profound way with each…
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Several journals reported on how the We Were the Lucky Ones series underscores the importance of preserving family histories through the voices of Holocaust survivors. Cast members said they found parallels between the experiences of the characters they portrayed and those of their own grandparents or great grandparents. Some pointed out the difficulty for some…
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I sat down with Lisa McCree for an in-depth interview aired on LA Times Today. Along with several clips from the show, we delved into the backstory of bringing my family's story to the screen. You can watch the interview here.
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Amit spoke with Kveller about how the cast of We Were the Lucky Ones felt like a family. Growing up in Israel, the grandson of a Holocaust survivor, Amit (Jakob in the show) said "it felt very natural to me to take these roles and tell the stories. I would do it again, and again, and…
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Hadas Yaron, who plays Mila, spoke with Kveller about how some of her scenes reminded her of her own great-grandfather's story. "I’m alive because he was alive," Hadas said. "He was alive. He was murdered. And then all these years later, I’m telling a story of something that actually happened to him. My brain at times was…
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In a conversation with aish, I revisited the early days when a high school assignment and a family reunion sparked my curiosity---which eventually led me to research and write We Were the Lucky Ones. Asked about my latest project, a second book: "I'm in the final stages of editing it, it's called One Good Thing,…
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The Harvard Crimson weighed in on the show, noting that it "aims to show all sides, all emotions, and all situations through one family’s true story. Rich or poor, Orthodox or secular, escapee or detainee, the characters attempt to represent them all. Additionally, the show tries to humanize the characters as much as possible in…
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The Wrap asked me to explain how I came to learn about the wartime experiences of my great aunt Felicia, played by Artemisia Pagliano in the early episodes. Felicia was just one year old at the start of the war. I was fortunate to have been able to spend time with her in Paris to…
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"...this is one miniseries sure to bowl you over with its story," says WhatCulture, explaining that it "takes a familiar tragedy and injects it with fresh, life-affirming insight." The show is further described as "intimate, gorgeously shot, and vital." Full story here.
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At the Television Critics Association preview in February, TV Insider shot some cool photos of Logan and Joey, who play siblings Addy and Halina in We Were the Lucky Ones. Full story and more shots here.
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The True Story Behind Hulu's Holocaust Drama We Were the Lucky Ones. Read to learn more about the Kurc family's recent donation of wartime artifacts to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum.
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Los Angeles Times insists that We Were the Lucky Ones is not a history lesson. Instead, it's "a human story, of husbands and wives, parents and children, friends and lovers..." adding, "Its purpose, as television, is to make you feel, for the characters and by extension for a people — to experience, such as might be…
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I'm so appreciative of Paula's endorsement of my family story, which she read before it was published seven years ago. Book and Film Globe goes on to say the television adaptation "illuminates how in the face of the twentieth century’s darkest moment, the human spirit can endure and thrive against all odds. Logan Lerman also…
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"Hulu reveals a heart-wrenching exploration of love and loss across the realms with the We Were The Lucky Ones trailer," writes the UK-based Indiependent. "A title weighted with emotional nuance, the adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestseller is a confronting reminder of a deplorable period in history." Full story.
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"For those holding their breath waiting for the release of 'We Were the Lucky Ones,' prepare to exhale," writes SlashFilm. "The highly anticipated series premieres Thursday, March 28 on Hulu, just over a month from now. The first three episodes of the show will be available to stream on the premiere date and the subsequent…
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High on Films reports: "Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel, We Were the Lucky Ones, tells the incredible true story of a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II. In this Hulu Original limited series adaptation of the book, Joey King and Logan Lerman recount one of the darkest moments in…
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In its reveal of "The Most Anticipated TV Shows in March 2024," Primetimer notes: "As unlikely as it sounds, We Were the Lucky Ones aims to be one of the more uplifting Holocaust dramas out there. Hulu's adaptation of Georgia Hunter's novel (itself inspired by the experience of Hunter's grandfather) follows a Polish Jewish family as they…
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"Hulu reveals a heart-wrenching exploration of love and loss across the realms with the We Were The Lucky Ones trailer," writes the UK-based Indiependent. "A title weighted with emotional nuance, the adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestseller is a confronting reminder of a deplorable period in history." Full story.
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Collider has published an in-depth story about the book, the series, and what went into creating them, mentioning that I "drew inspiration from [my] family history to write the book, uncovering [my] grandfather's experience as a Holocaust survivor." Many details follow, but ... spoiler alert! (unless you've read the book)
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"Helping to usher in the spring is the new Hulu limited series We Were the Lucky Ones," says What to Watch. "The series follows one family's story of trying to survive in the midst of World War II and the horrific events of the Holocaust. As chaos and hatred surround them, these family members rely…
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The Washington Post lists new shows to be released in the coming weeks. "Hulu’s We Were the Lucky Ones, an adaptation of the Georgia Hunter novel, follows a Jewish family separated during World War II (March 28)." View trailer.
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What a thrill to join a panel for the Television Critics Association as Hulu officially launched the trailer for our series, and to share the stage with director, producer and dear friend Tommy Kail, showrunner Erica Lipez and two of our incredible cast, Joey King and Logan Lerman. Read more.
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Indiewire describes the series as "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" and "a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds." Full story here.
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