Red Alert (TV series)

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Red Alert
Genre Drama
Created byLior Chefetz
Ruth Efroni
Directed byLior Chefetz
Starring
Country of originIsrael
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes4
Production
Producer Lawrence Bender
Production company Keshet Media Group
Original release
Network Channel 12
Paramount+
ReleaseOctober 7, 2025 (2025-10-07)

Red Alert (Israeli title: First Light, Hebrew : אור ראשון, romanized: Or Rishon) is an upcoming Israeli television miniseries based on the October 7 attacks. It was created and directed by Lior Chefetz, and produced by Keshet Media Group and Lawrence Bender. [1] The series will be released in the United States on Paramount+ and in Israel on Channel 12 on October 7, 2025, marking the second anniversary of the attacks. [2]

Contents

Premise

The four-part miniseries centers on the harrowing events of October 7, portraying the intersecting lives of civilians caught in the chaos. Among them is Bat Sheva (Sela), a mother fleeing with her daughters as her son is abducted; Ohad (Leon), a devoted father who becomes a symbol of ultimate sacrifice; and Ayoub (Sulliman), who mourns the loss of his wife while hiding with his infant behind enemy lines. The story also follows Nofar (Amsalem), a border police officer wounded while protecting others, and her colleague Liat. Kobi (Atias), an anti-terror officer, charges into danger to rescue his wife, while Tali (Sara Vino), a determined mother, becomes an unexpected hero in the search for her injured son, Itamar (Katan).

Cast

Production

In November 2024, it was confirmed that the project would be produced by American producer, Lawrence Bender. [3]

The series was shot on location in Israel, with principal photography beginning in spring 2025. [3]

Release

In September 2025, it was reported that the series will be released in the United States and internationally on October 7, 2025 through Paramount+. [4] The series will also premiere in Israel on October 7, 2025 on Channel 12. [5]

References

  1. Hibberd, James (25 September 2025). Paramount’s ‘Red Alert’ Trailer Depicts Oct. 7 Massacre in Israel for First Time The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved on 27 September 2025
  2. Zaltzman, Lior (September 25, 2025). "Two Scripted Series About October 7 Are Coming to HBO Max and Paramount+". Kveller. Retrieved September 28, 2025.
  3. 1 2 (26 November 2024). ‘Pulp Fiction’ Producer Lawrence Bender Boards Real Life-Inspired Israeli Action Drama Series ‘Red Alert’ (EXCLUSIVE) Variety. Retrieved on 27 September 2025
  4. Huston, Caitlin (22 September 2025). Paramount Acquires Rights to Series About Oct. 7 Israel Attacks The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved on 27 September 2025
  5. (22 September 2025) Paramount+ to Stream ‘Red Alert’ Series About Hamas Attack on Israel; David Ellison Says Show Highlights ‘Commitment to Storytelling Through Artistic Excellence and Accuracy’ Variety. Retrieved on 27 September 2025