Brought up in an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Brooklyn, New York, 19-year-old Esty Shapiro decides to flee her unhappy marriage and live abroad. Unorthodox on Netflix is a German drama series, inspired by true events, that follows Esty on the path of self-discovery as she moves to Berlin. Each day in the new land forces her to question her beliefs and lead a more secular life, even as her husband travels to Berlin to find her.
Where to Watch Unorthodox
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How Many Episodes Are in Unorthodox?
There are four episodes in Unorthodox. The runtime of the episode averages between 52-55 minutes. You can check the complete list of Unorthodox episodes and their release date below.
- “Part 1”: March 26, 2020
- “Part 2”: March 26, 2020
- “Part 3”: March 26, 2020
- “Part 4”: March 26, 2020
What Are the Critics Saying About Unorthodox?
Unorthodox has an official critics rating of 96% and an average audience score of 82% on Rotten Tomatoes.
TIME Magazine’s Judy Berman says, “Built on the quiet intensity of the lead performance by Haas, it is Esty’s transformation that makes Unorthodox so absorbing.”
Brigid Delaney from The Guardian writes, “Explaining to her new friends in Berlin why she fled, Esty says: “God expected too much of me. Now I need to find my own path.” The tension and the joy in this excellent series is watching her do it.”
New York Magazine’s Jen Chaney says, “Haas gives an extraordinary performance here, evoking fear, grief, and a mix of both naïveté and wonder at what she discovers in Berlin.”
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Is Unorthodox Suitable for Kids?
Unorthodox is rated TV-MA, which means it is meant for viewing by mature audiences only. The content material is not suitable for children under 17.
How Can I Watch Unorthodox in Its Original Language?
Unorthodox is originally in Yiddish, German, and English. To watch Unorthodox in its original language, set language settings to Yiddish or German with English subtitles from the menu options of your streaming device.
