Salvador

Action series
8 x 45'

On the day of his daughter’s engagement, Rabbi Yigal Levi—a Torah scholar turned global advocate for Jewish prisoners—receives a desperate call: the son of his late army friend has been arrested in Mexico and thrown into one of the Yucatán’s deadliest prisons. Against his family’s objections, Yigal sets off to rescue him, only to find himself entangled in a dangerous world of corruption, and betrayal.

What begins as a mission of faith spirals into a battle for survival, forcing Yigal to cross sacred lines—breaking commandments, confronting forbidden desires, and facing the demons of his past. Alongside Maria Perez, a sharp indigenous lawyer who sees the warrior hidden beneath the rabbi’s exterior, he fights to uncover the truth behind Nati’s arrest.

Inspired by the real work of the Alef Institute, The Rabbi of Prisoners is a gripping limited series where faith, crime, and redemption collide—posing the ultimate question: can one man save a soul without losing his own?

Creators

Dana Shatz

Dana Shatz is a distinguished Israeli screenwriter, creator, editor, and songwriter known for her versatility across television, film, and music.

As a television creator and lead writer, Shatz is best known for developing The Policeman’s Daughter (2020–2024), a critically acclaimed and long-running series. She also created Nonsense News (2015) and Fairy Stories (2013–2014), demonstrating her talent for crafting imaginative and emotionally resonant narratives.

Her writing credits also include the TV series Kachol Amok (1997) and Miss Entebbe (2003), underscoring her breadth and longevity in the industry.

With a career that spans genres—from whimsical fantasies to dramatic features—Dana Shatz stands out as a creative force in Israeli entertainment, known for blending wit, depth, and originality in every project.

Sarel Piterman

Sarel Piterman is a versatile actor and screenwriter recognized for his work in both film and television.

As a screenwriter, he has co-written acclaimed projects such as Running on Sand (2023), Jeruzalem (2015), and Who Died? (2021), establishing himself as a creative voice able to blend entertainment with social and emotional depth.

As an actor, Piterman has appeared in some of Israel’s most popular productions, including Shtisel, Douze Points, The Electrifiers, and Charlie Golf One (Taagad), showcasing both range and strong on-screen presence.

With a career spanning writing and acting, Sarel Piterman has established himself as a multifaceted talent in the Israeli audiovisual industry, bringing powerful stories and memorable characters to audiences both locally and internationally.