ChaiFlicks, the world’s largest streaming platform dedicated to Jewish content from around the globe, will debut the first episode of the multi-award-winning series “On the Spectrum,” Tuesday March 17. Streaming exclusively on ChaiFlicks now, after a short stint on HBO, the series gently invites viewers into the daily lives of three 20-something roommates, each on the autism spectrum, capturing their vulnerabilities, triumphs, friendships, and quiet moments as they learn to live more independently together in an assisted-living apartment. The 10-episode series runs through May 12, aligning perfectly with National Autism Acceptance Month in April.
“On The Spectrum” won the 2018 Grand Jury Prize in the French Series Mania festival, making it the second Israeli series to claim the award. It is the first Israeli show that was accepted into the Tribeca Film Festival and the ONLY non-English show at the festival in 2018. Critics rave about the series, including “‘On The Spectrum’ has solidified itself as the most beautiful series on TV…” by Walla! News and Ha’aretz says “…a series in which a cry leads to laughter, and laughter to a cry. A rollercoaster between light and shadow, high and low.”
Meet Amit, Zohar, and Ron (“Ron-Ron”) Shulman—three individuals finding their way toward independence and connection.
Amit, a young man on the autism spectrum, is learning to navigate daily life while holding close his friendship with Erez and quietly longing for Lior, a waitress he admires. A misunderstanding born from social challenges underscores how easily intentions can be misread.
Zohar is a gentle, hopeful woman searching for love and a sense of belonging. After the loss of their parents, she is cared for by her devoted older brother, Asher, as she builds a life of her own through work and routine.
Ron, 33, is a brilliant computer expert on the autism spectrum who finds comfort in structure and honesty. Living with agoraphobia, he prefers the safety of home, where his blunt sincerity offers a uniquely honest view of the world.
“On The Spectrum” offers glimpses into the intricate lives of young autistic adults and offers their unique view and interpretation of day-to-day life. Each of the 10 episodes runs 25 minutes.
