Israeli actress Shira Haas, best known as the star of the Netflix four-part series “Unorthodox,” and for her role in the popular Israeli TV drama “Shtisel,” has been tapped to play Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir in an upcoming American TV series. The 25-year old actress has won two Ophir Awards – the Israeli equivalent of the Academy Awards — for which she was nominated five times. She was also nominated for a Golden Globe and an Emmy. 

The series is based on the nonfiction work Lioness: Golda Meir and the Nation of Israel by Francine Klagsbrun. The book chronicles the life and career of Meir, one of the most influential figures in the history of Israel.

Barbara Streisand is executive producer. Head writer is Eric Tuchman, writer and producer of the TV series “The Handmaid’s Tale.”