'We Were the Lucky Ones': Cast and character guide on who’s playing who in Hulu's historical drama series
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'We Were the Lucky Ones', an upcoming historical drama television series for Hulu, is based on the novel of the same name by Georgia Hunter.
Starring Joey King, Logan Lerman, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Amit Rahav, Hadas Yaron, Michael Aloni, and Sam Woolf in pivotal roles, the series delves into the Holocaust through the lens of the Kurc family.
The series' narrative is set against the backdrop of the 20th-century Nazi occupation, depicting the challenges faced by Jewish families during that tumultuous period.
Here's a cast and character guide to help you know who's playing who in 'We Were the Lucky Ones'.
Joey King as Halina Kurc
Joey King, who rose to stardom after starring in Netflix's 'The Kissing Booth', takes on the pivotal role of Halina Kurc in 'We Were the Lucky Ones'.
The series centers on Halina and her experiences during the Nazi occupation in the 20th century. As a Jewish woman living in this tumultuous period, Halina's story serves as a focal point for portraying the hardships and struggles faced by families during the Holocaust.
King has featured in several productions, and with each appearance, she has solidified her spot in Hollywood.
Her significant titles include 'Crazy, Stupid, Love', 'The Dark Knight Rises', 'White House Down', 'Going in Style', and 'Bullet Train', among others.
Logan Lerman as Addy Kurc
Logan Lerman, best known for his role in the 'Percy Jackson' franchise, portrays the character of Addy Kurc in the series.
Beginning his career as a child actor, Lerman has appeared in a variety of films, showcasing his versatility and talent.
His major work credits include 'The Butterfly Effect', 'My One and Only', 'The Three Musketeers', 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower', 'The Vanishing of Sidney Hall', and 'Noah and Fury', among others.
Henry Lloyd-Hughes as Genec Kurc
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Henry Lloyd-Hughes, who made his debut in 2004 with 'Murphy's Law' and later starred in 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,' portrays the character of Genec Kurc in 'We Were the Lucky Ones'.
Henry Lloyd-Hughes has garnered acclaim for his work in various productions. His other notable works include 'Miliband of Brothers', 'Weekender', 'Indian Summers', and 'The Irregulars', among others.
Amit Rahav as Jakub Kurc
Amit Rahav, best known for his role as Yanky Shapiro in the 2020 Netflix miniseries 'Unorthodox', portrays the character of Jakub Kurc in Hulu's historical drama series.
Rahav's other notable works include 'Dig', 'Total Drama Presents: The Ridonculous Race', 'Flashback', 'Cash Register', 'Matchmaking', and 'Transatlantic'.
Hadas Yaron as Mila Kurc
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Hadas Yaron, an Israeli actress known for her compelling performances, takes on the role of Mila Kurc, one of the siblings in the Kurc family, in Hulu's 'We Were the Lucky Ones'.
In 2012, Yaron achieved a significant milestone in her career when she won the Best Actress award at the Venice Film Festival for her outstanding performance in the film 'Fill the Void.'
Her other notable works include 'Out of Sight', 'Shtisel', 'Felix and Meira', 'Mary Magdalene', 'Polygraph', and 'Troppa grazia'.
Moran Rosenblatt as Herta
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Moran Rosenblatt, a versatile Israeli actress with credits in film, television, and theatre, takes on the role of Herta, the wife of Genec Kurc, in 'We Were the Lucky Ones'.
Herta navigates the challenges of wartime alongside her husband, offering a poignant depiction of love, resilience, and survival in the face of adversity.
Rosenblatt's portrayal in the 2011 film 'Lipstikka' earned her the Best Actress award at the Jerusalem Film Festival. In 2021, she starred in the Netflix series 'Hit & Run'.
Lior Ashkenazi as Sol Kurc
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Lior Ashkenazi, a versatile Israeli actor known for his work in film, television, and theater, takes on the role of Sol Kurc, the patriarch and head of the Kurc family, in 'We Were the Lucky Ones'.
Some of Ashkenazi's most famous works include his roles in the films 'Pocahontas', 'Mulan', 'Home on the Range', 'Hello Goodbye', 'Footnote', '7 Days in Entebbe', and 'My Zoe'.
Robin Weigert as Nechuma Kurc
Robin Weigert, renowned for her compelling portrayal of Calamity Jane on the television series 'Deadwood', embodies the role of Nechuma Kurc, the matriarch of the Kurc family, in 'We Were the Lucky Ones'.
Weigert received a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2004 for her role as Calamity Jane in 'Deadwood'.
Her other notable works include 'The Sleepy Time Gal', 'Loggerheads', 'The Good German', 'Things We Lost in the Fire', 'Take Me to the River', and 'Bombshell'.
How to stream 'We Were the Lucky Ones'?
'We Were the Lucky Ones' can be exclusively streamed on Hulu for viewers in the United States starting Thursday, March 28.
The platform offers both ad-free and ad-inclusive versions. The ad-inclusive version costs $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year.
The premium package is priced at $17.99 per month for an ad-free experience.
If you have a Hulu subscription, you can watch the series on the streaming platform's website or app.
'We Were the Lucky Ones' trailer
