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What to watch for Passover: best movies and TV shows

Whether you’re winding down after a long seder or just looking for something festive to stream, these Passover movies and TV episodes bring the story of Exodus — and a little humor — to your screen.

Looking for love in front of a live audience at the Jewish Dating Game

The Jewish Dating Game turns the search for connection into performance and community. What it reveals about how young Jews in New York City are trying to find each other.

Albert Einstein: Rebel. Reject. Genius. (Part 1)

The Girl Rabbi of the Golden West: Ray Frank

Noam Bettan’s ‘Michelle’ could keep Israel’s Eurovision hot streak alive

Noam Bettan’s Eurovision song “Michelle” is a sweeping love song, but Israel’s entry arrives amid boycotts, protests, and political tension.

Is Harry Styles Jewish? Unpacking his best Jewish moments

From living with an Orthodox family to eating kosher Chinese, here are Harry Styles’ most memorable Jewish moments.

Everything you want to know about ‘A Court of Thrones and Roses’ author Sarah J. Maas’ Jewish identity

Sarah J. Maas just gave ACOTAR fans what they’ve been begging for: real release dates. But did you know the mother of romantasy is Jewish?

The Gambling Rabbi of Venice: Leone da Modena

‘Marcel on the Train’ tells the story of how Marcel Marceau used comedy to save Jewish children in World War II

“Marcel on the Train” brings Marcel Marceau’s little-known WWII rescue story to the stage, asking what humor is for when the world is brutal.

What became of Zionism?: The history of Israel (Part 5 of 5)

Everything you wanted to know about ‘Drag Race’ and ‘House of Villains’ star Plane Jane’s Jewish identity

Before “House of Villains” opens its doors, here’s everything you need to know about the resident pot-stirrer of “Drag Race,” Plane Jane.

The best Purim movies about Queen Esther

While a holiday like Passover has the incredible film “The Prince of Egypt,” Purim has no such movie. Here are some films you can watch.

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