yes Studios introduces its latest high-stakes drama, Embassy Down, a gripping six-part action series set to debut on the international stage at the upcoming Series Mania event.
Embassy Down is a high-stakes, edge-of-seat, international drama told in Hebrew, Arabic, English and French. It has been written by Shlomo Moshiach and was created by Shlomo Moshiach, Ariel Benbaji and Ester Namdar-Tamam. The series is directed by Ariel Benbaji and produced by ARTZA Productions (The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem, Stockholm) and yes TV, in collaboration with United King Films. yes Studios, home to major international series such as Fauda, Your Honor, Night Therapy and The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem, is the international distributor for both the finished series and the scripted format. Written by Shlomo Moshiach—the acclaimed creator behind Your Honor and The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem—this tense and emotional drama draws inspiration from real events. Embassy Down transports viewers to 2011, a time of widespread turmoil across the Arab world known as the “Arab Spring.”
At the heart of the story are five Israelis trapped inside the Israeli embassy in Cairo’s Tahrir Square as thousands of furious demonstrators attempt to breach the building, tearing down its walls. As they endure a harrowing 24-hour siege, desperation sets in. With no way out and danger closing in, tensions rise between security agent Tal Shemtov and his childhood friend Roy Barzani—now his boss and head of security—while Barzani’s girlfriend, Hagar, finds herself entangled in a secret that could change everything. As political pressure mounts and personal loyalties are tested, the meaning of solidarity and the unbreakable military promise that “no soldier is left behind” are called into question. Against the backdrop of fragile diplomatic relations between Egypt and Israel, personal and national stakes are pushed to the edge.
Premiering on yes TV on February 4, the series boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including Sean Softi (Checkout, Chanshi), Maor Schwietzer (Shtisel, Red Skies), Yael Elkana (The Chef), Ran Kaplan (Superdaddy), Yoel Rozenkier (The Commune, Plan A), Ali Ali (The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem), Hisham Suliman (Fauda, Your Honor), Wael Hamdoun (Ento Arab, One Day in October), Igal Naor (Oslo, Munich Games), Moris Cohen (The Malevolent Bride), and Dina Sanderson (The Commune, Uri & Ella).
Sharon Levi, Managing Director of yes Studios, describes the series as a compelling blend of intense action, personal conflicts, and geopolitical drama:“Embassy Down takes a pivotal historical moment and turns it into an electrifying story of survival, failed rescue attempts, and deep personal and professional tensions—all set against the backdrop of volatile international politics. The script immediately drew me in, especially with its unique dual timeline: one unfolding in real-time during the siege in Cairo, and the other a year later in France, slowly building momentum until it all comes together in a breathtaking finale.”
She adds:“With its powerful storyline, multi-layered characters, high-energy action, and striking international locations, we believe Embassy Down will captivate major buyers worldwide. We are excited to welcome another impeccably produced series from ARTZA Productions to our growing catalog.”
