Season 1 Plot
A Haredi family living in an ultra-Orthodox neighborhood of Jerusalem reckons with love, loss and the doldrums of daily life.
Shtisel Season 1 aired on June 29th, 2013.
Season 1 Episodes
1. Everybody Are Looking for Love
As he mourns his late mother alongside his father Shulem, Akiva starts a new job where he meets a woman named Elisheva who diverts his attention.
2. Elisheva Agrees to Meet Akiva
While Akiva looks to get better acquainted with Elisheva, his sister Giti tries to figure out her husband's whereabouts.
3. Shulem Pushes Akiva to Get Engaged
Giti must secure a new opportunity in secret as Shulem urges Akiva to meet with a woman named Esti.
4. Giti and Akiva Find Jobs
Akiva and Giti each consider a financial proposition while their brother Zvi Arye looks to resolve a pesky problem at home with his wife Tovi.
5. Akiva hasitates
A major event leaves Akiva with second thoughts and troubles Shulem, who has other concerns about his co-worker Aliza.
6. Shulem Feels Guilt
Shulem and Akiva deal with the repercussions of their fallout as Giti and her children cope with the realities of their home life.
7. Akiva's Portrait
After a robber invades Giti's home, Shulem and Akiva both experience revelations at their respective jobs.
8. Oy No No
An incident spurs Shulem to ponder his mortality as Akiva helps his friend after trying to connect with Elisheva.
9. The Baby
In the pursuit of romance, Akiva and Shulem both take bold steps. Meanwhile, Giti faces resistance from her daughter Ruchami over family news.
10. The White Man
A significant shift takes place at Shulem's school. A stipulation affects Akiva's marital status. Elsewhere, a familiar face returns.
11. Kolonia
An admission leads to an unexpected outcome for Akiva, Giti privately wrestles with a life-changing choice and their grandmother faces hardship.
12. Cry Here
Lipa adjusts to home, Gitti takes a vacation. Shulem pushes his mother to give up the TV. Akiva tells Shulem about his agreement with Elisheva.
