In Nazi-occupied Amsterdam, twenty-seven-year-old Jewish Etty Hillesum begins therapy. What starts as personal exploration becomes a spiritual awakening, documented in her diaries. Guided by psycho-chirologist Julius Spier, her mentor and lover, she undergoes a radical inner transformation. She’ll discover that even when all is taken, one can remain free within.
Cast: Julia Windischbauer, Sebastian Koch, Leopold Witte
Season 1
6 episodes
1. A Small Slice of ChaosWhile Etty faces the growing threat of fascism, she remains determined to pursue her writing ambitions. When she meets the therapist Julius Spier, the two quickly form an intense and life-changing bond.CC51minMay 21, 2026
2. The Girl Who Couldn’t KneelAs Etty’s brother Mischa appears to be missing, the Hillesum family sets out to search for him. Meanwhile, her relationship with therapist Julius Spier leaves her confused, but inspires her to begin writing a diary.CC41minMay 21, 2026
3. My Darkest Middle AgesEtty’s mental state improves as she continues writing her diary. In Amsterdam, “No entry for Jews” signs begin to appear. She is expelled from the university, while Spier falls into the hands of the Gestapo.CC54minMay 21, 2026
4. The Sky Within MeJews are forced to give up their bicycles. Spier receives a deportation order to Westerbork transit camp. When Etty is summoned, Han urges her to seek exemption through the Jewish Council.CC1 h 13 minMay 28, 2026
5. A Stepping Stone To a Great LoveWhile working for the Jewish Council, Etty sees privileged Jews being granted exemptions from deportation. Despite her opposition to the system, she tries to use it to save Spier.CC57minMay 28, 2026
6. A Bandage on Many WoundsAt her parents’ home in Deventer, Etty is awakened by Han, who wants her to go into hiding at Klaas’s house. Instead, she chooses to remain faithful to her chosen path.CC49minMay 28, 2026
Etty
In Nazi-occupied Amsterdam, twenty-seven-year-old Jewish Etty Hillesum begins therapy. What starts as personal exploration becomes a spiritual awakening, documented in her diaries. Guided by psycho-chirologist Julius Spier, her mentor and lover, she undergoes a radical inner transformation. She’ll discover that even when all is taken, one can remain free within.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Hagai Levi
- Created by
- Hagai Levi
- Studio
- Les Films du Poisson, ARTE, Topkapi Films
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
Dutch, German
