Shtisel (Season 1)

Akiva and Shulem Shtisel, father and son, sit on a little balcony overlooking streets of the Geula neighborhood of Jerusalem. A year has passed since the mother died. All the other children have left the nest, and only Shulam and Akiva remain - quarreling, making up, and laughing about themselves and the rest of the world. All will change when Akiva meets Elisheva.

Everybody Are Looking for Love (Episode 1) 8.6
Air date: 2013-06-29
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: 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.
Elisheva Agrees to Meet Akiva (Episode 2) 8.5
Air date: 2013-07-06
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: While Akiva looks to get better acquainted with Elisheva, his sister Giti tries to figure out her husband's whereabouts.
Shulem Pushes Akiva to Get Engaged (Episode 3) 8.5
Air date: 2013-07-13
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: Giti must secure a new opportunity in secret as Shulem urges Akiva to meet with a woman named Esti.
Giti and Akiva Find Jobs (Episode 4) 8.5
Air date: 2013-07-20
Runtime: 58 min
Overview: 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.
Akiva hasitates (Episode 5) 8.4
Air date: 2013-07-27
Runtime: 50 min
Overview: A major event leaves Akiva with second thoughts and troubles Shulem, who has other concerns about his co-worker Aliza.
Shulem Feels Guilt (Episode 6) 8.5
Air date: 2013-08-03
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: Shulem and Akiva deal with the repercussions of their fallout as Giti and her children cope with the realities of their home life.
Akiva's Portrait (Episode 7) 8.5
Air date: 2013-08-10
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: After a robber invades Giti's home, Shulem and Akiva both experience revelations at their respective jobs.
Oy No No (Episode 8) 8.4
Air date: 2013-08-17
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: An incident spurs Shulem to ponder his mortality as Akiva helps his friend after trying to connect with Elisheva.
The Baby (Episode 9) 8.3
Air date: 2013-08-24
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: In the pursuit of romance, Akiva and Shulem both take bold steps. Meanwhile, Giti faces resistance from her daughter Ruchami over family news.
The White Man (Episode 10) 8.6
Air date: 2013-08-31
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: A significant shift takes place at Shulem's school. A stipulation affects Akiva's marital status. Elsewhere, a familiar face returns.
Kolonia (Episode 11) 8.6
Air date: 2013-09-07
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: An admission leads to an unexpected outcome for Akiva, Giti privately wrestles with a life-changing choice and their grandmother faces hardship.
Cry Here (Episode 12) 8.6
Air date: 2013-09-14
Runtime: 54 min
Overview: 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.