The Dovekeepers

A solemn, slow-burning historical epic that immerses you in a tense desert siege, heavy with secrets and the quiet weight of survival.

Created by

Yves Simoneau

Genres

Drama

Starring

Cote De Pablo, Rachel Brosnahan, Kathryn Prescott

Overview

Set in ancient Israel, The Dovekeepers is based on the true events at Masada in 70 C.E. After being forced out of their home in Jerusalem by the Romans, 900 Jews were ensconced in a fortress at Masada, a mountain in the Judean desert. Besieged at Masada, the Jews held out for months against the vast Roman armies. The events are recounted from the perspective of a few extraordinary women who arrive at Masada with unique backstories, but a common bond for survival. Additionally, these women, who work together daily as dovekeepers, are all concealing substantial secrets. This four-hour limited event series is based on Alice Hoffman's bestselling, critically acclaimed historical novel.

How it feels

Tense, earnest, dark and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Survival, faith, isolation, betrayal

Content

Mild violence, gore, sexual content and language.

Note

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