False Flag is an Israeli television series produced by Keshet International that aired in 2015. The show is a thriller that centers around five ordinary people who find themselves under suspicion by the authorities after a high-profile kidnapping takes place in Israel. The series explores the concept of national security and surveillance, while also delving into the personal lives and secrets of the characters.
The show stars Miki Leon as Sean Tilson, an American citizen living in Israel who becomes one of the suspects after it is discovered that his passport was used to rent the van used in the kidnapping. Angel Bonanni plays Ben Rephael, a graphics designer who is initially suspected due to his use of a computer that has been linked to the kidnapping. Moris Cohen plays Shmuel Sokolov, a teacher with a secret past and links to a radical left-wing group.
The other suspects include Natalie Alfassia (played by Ania Bukstein), a journalist who was present at the scene of the kidnapping after receiving a tip-off, and Emma Lipman (played by Orna Salinger), a housewife who is linked to the kidnapping through her husband. These five characters find themselves under intense scrutiny as the authorities try to uncover the truth about the kidnapping.
The show is fast-paced and tense, with each episode raising new questions and suspicions about the characters. The series is also notable for its use of surveillance footage and online communication, which adds a modern twist to the traditional thriller genre. The show has been praised for its strong performances by the cast, as well as its high production values and gripping storyline.
The series was created by Amit Cohen and Maria Feldman, and has since aired in several countries around the world. The show has been adapted for international audiences, including a French version called Le Bureau des L
False Flag is a series that ran for 2 seasons (10 episodes) between October 29, 2015 and on Keshet