A Jew in America is a three-part documentary series offering an in-depth, fascinating, and up-to-date perspective on American Jewish identity from establishing the State of Israel to the present day. The series examines the connections, tensions, and challenges accompanying the Jewish community in the United States and its relationship with the State of Israel and addresses the challenges of American Jewish identity in an era of rising antisemitism and shifting dynamics with Israel, particularly in the wake of the events of October 7th."

A Jew in America is the first Israeli series to describe the historical and mutual connection between the two largest Jewish communities worldwide. It opens a deep conversation about the mutual commitment between Israel and American Jews. This series not only presents history but also looks to the future, encouraging viewers to reexamine the evolving roles of both sides in this multifaceted relationship.

The series unfolds the complexity of dual emotional belonging, the struggle over values, and the intricate relations between the American Jewish community and the State of Israel through personal stories of key historical and contemporary figures. The series explores the challenges of American Jewish identity in all its layers, focusing on moral and ethical commitment and the dynamic connection with Israel.

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The series includes three episodes:

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Episode 1: Dual Identity – The impact of the establishment of the State of Israel on American Jews and the process of forming the relationship between the communities during its formative years..

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Episode 2: Jewish Identity – Examines the cultural tensions and gaps that emerged following Israel's wars and the question of who is a Jew.

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Episode 3: Identity Under Test - follows the struggles of the younger generation trying to redefine their relationship with Israel in an era of growing anti-Semitism.

The series highlights historical figures such as Eddie Jacobs, Golda Meir, and Henry Kissinger, as well as contemporary voices like author Joshua Aaron Cohen, Rabbi Angela Warnick Buchdahl, Rabbi David J. Wolpe, Dennis Ross, Elliot Abrams, Yossi Klein Halevi, Daniel Gordis, Shabbos Kestenbaum, Erin Schrode, and others.

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