A Body That Works

📊 Series Specifications

Network Keshet 12
Episode Runtime ~ min
Total Seasons 1
Total Episodes 8
Original Language HE

A Body That Works (2023)

Created by Shay Capon , Shira Hadad , Dror Mishani
⭐ 3.4 / 5 (6 votes) 🎬 1 Seasons 📼 8 Episodes 🏷️ Drama 📡 Ended
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Series Status:

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Synopsis

An intimate and sensitive series exploring an often-controversial topic: the bond between an infertile couple and the surrogate mother carrying their future child.

Seasons & Episodes

E1 Episode 1

After another miscarriage, lawyer Iddo and editor Ellie agree to try surrogacy. They meet with telemarketer Chen as a possible candidate.

E2 Episode 2

Iddo is desperate to raise money for the surrogacy. Ellie meets with her new client, director Tomer Hemo. Chen has second thoughts about her decision.

E3 Episode 3

Feeling misunderstood, Ellie finds comfort with Tomer. Iddo faces his first day as a corporate lawyer. Chen is pulled into a custody battle by her ex.

E4 Episode 4

Chen goes on a promising date, but a medical emergency forces her to call Iddo for help. Ellie's frustrations with being left out reach a breaking point.

E5 Episode 5

With Chen needing strict bed rest, Iddo and Ellie invite her to stay at their place, leading to a confrontation that sends the couple into a spiral.

E6 Episode 6

Ellie and Tomer finish his book, but they're not finished with each other. Chen's living situation gives her ex the upper hand in their custody battle.

E7 Episode 7

Iddo shows his true colors when Tomer offers Ellie a business opportunity in London. Chen must decide what's best for her son.

E8 Episode 8

When the delivery proves more troubling than anticipated, Chen pushes Iddo to the sidelines, leading to an overdue reconciliation between her and Ellie.