Drama | History | War
Station:
HBO (US)
Status:
Ended
Start:
2019-08-12
Rating:
8/10 from 2 users
In the summer of 2014, three Jewish teenagers are kidnapped and murdered by Hamas militants. Israel is shocked, shaken and furious. Two days later, the burned body of a Palestinian teenager from eastern Jerusalem is found in a forest on the western outskirts of the city. In the ensuing days, an agent from the internal terror division of the Shin Bet investigates the murder, while the parents of the slain teenager begin their long and anguished journey toward justice and consolation.Filmed in Israel, Our Boys is based on the true events which led to the outbreak of war in Gaza. The series follows the investigation of Muhammad Abu Khdeir's murder, and tells the story of all those involved, Jews and Arabs alike, whose lives were forever changed by these events.
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S1E8 - Chapter 8: Defendants 2 and 3
Avishay and Yinon spend their first days in prison in isolation out of fear of retaliation by other prisoners, and Avishay tries to get in touch with Simon, who finds that his role in the case has turned personal after he receives a visit from his brother, Rami. Dvora stands her ground against Asher Ohayun, a religious defense lawyer working to mitigate Yosef's liability by getting him declared insane. Prosecutor Uri Korv emphasizes the importance of both Hussein and Suha being present in court, but the parents fail to see eye to eye.
Air Date: 23 Sep 2019 21:00 (CDT)
S1E9 - Chapter 9: The Perfumer and the Tanner
As the trial begins and Yosef puts on an act of insanity, Avishai's lawyer instructs him to set himself apart from Yinon, but when Avishai asks Yinon to support his version of events, the two get into a harsh confrontation. Simon takes the stand and is pressed about Avishai's culpability in the murder. Dvora sees the consequences of not cooperating with the rabbis in the orthodox community.
Air Date: 30 Sep 2019 21:00 (CDT)
S1E10 - Chapter 10: A Shaft into a Dark Tunnel
As the trial reaches its climax, a psychologist speaks to Yosef's mental state, while an emotional Avishai prepares for his testimony and a tough cross-examination. Simon finds that his good work has come at a price and, later, is confronted by Dvora when he seeks professional help. Hussein and Suha become frustrated with Uri Korb's reluctance to meet their demands, and after a verdict is handed down, they seek solace and peace.
Air Date: 07 Oct 2019 21:00 (CDT)