Shlomo Bar-Aba
Tzvi
Overview
What happens when millions fall on you without any preparation? 6 new lottery winners are surprised to learn the will not get the money immediately. A new low mandates them to take a workshop to prepare them to their new lives as millioners.
Seasons
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 season
- Episodes
- 8 episodes
- First aired
- Jun 13, 2023
Cast
Reviews
4 min readThe Lottery of the Soul
I’ve always been suspicious of lottery winners. Not the people—the idea. The fantasy that a single number could rewrite a life feels like a fairy tale designed to sell scratch cards, a capitalist bedtime story where the moral is always more.
So when I sat down with Six Zeros, the Israeli comedy-drama about six strangers forced into a mandatory workshop before claiming their jackpot, I expected satire. What I got instead was something far messier: a show about the way money doesn’t just change what you have, but who you are. And how, sometimes, the person you become is someone you never wanted to meet.
The premise is deceptively simple. A new law—because of course there’s a new law—requires lottery winners to complete an eight-week "preparation" course before they can access their millions. The workshop, led by the dryly efficient Ayelet (Roni Dalumi), is less about financial literacy and more about emotional triage.
The six winners, plucked from different corners of Israeli life, are a study in contrasts: a kibbutz couple in their seventies, a young bride-to-be, a café owner drowning in debt, a cynical journalist, and a man who won’t even admit he bought the ticket. Their reactions to sudden wealth range from euphoria to terror, but the real tension comes from what they do with it. Not the money—themselves.
This is where Six Zeros shines. It’s a comedy, yes, but one that understands the difference between laughing at someone and laughing with them as they unravel. The humor isn’t in the premise (though it’s clever) but in the details: the way Shlomo Bar-Aba’s kibbutznik, Yehuda, keeps misplacing his winning ticket like it’s a grocery list; the way his wife, played by Liora Rivlin, stares at their bank statement as if it’s written in a language she doesn’t speak.
Audience Opinions
Audience 7.8/10
"A charming and relatable comedy-drama about lottery winners navigating sudden wealth, buoyed by strong performances and heartfelt moments."
Viewers appreciate the series for its engaging portrayal of six strangers grappling with the unexpected challenges of winning the lottery. The ensemble cast, particularly Shlomo Bar-Aba and Liora Rivlin, delivers standout performances that add depth to the story. latestnetflix.com's read is that while the premise is familiar, the show’s humor and emotional resonance keep it enjoyable, though some find the pacing uneven and the character arcs underdeveloped.
What viewers praise
- Strong ensemble cast The performances, especially by Shlomo Bar-Aba and Liora Rivlin, are widely praised for bringing authenticity and warmth to their roles.
- Relatable premise The concept of lottery winners adjusting to sudden wealth resonates with audiences, offering a mix of humor and drama that feels grounded.
- Heartfelt moments The series balances comedy with emotional depth, making the characters’ struggles and triumphs engaging.
- Audience score The show holds a solid audience score, reflecting its broad appeal and positive reception among viewers.
Common complaints
- Familiar storyline Some viewers note that the premise and plot developments feel predictable, lacking fresh twists on the lottery-winner trope.
- Uneven pacing A few episodes drag or feel disjointed, disrupting the flow of the narrative for some audiences.
- Underdeveloped characters While the main cast shines, some supporting characters lack depth, leaving their arcs feeling incomplete.
Recommended for
Comedy-drama fans Ensemble cast enthusiasts Stories about sudden wealth Heartfelt character-driven shows Israeli television viewers
Buzz & Rumors
Public reportsNetflix Bets Big on Israeli Comedy-Drama Six Zeros—Here’s What We Know
Netflix has snapped up Six Zeros, the award-winning Israeli comedy-drama that explores the chaotic aftermath of a life-changing lottery win. latestnetflix.com's read is that the series, which premiered in 2023 on Israel’s public broadcaster Kan 11, follows six strangers forced into a mandatory workshop before they can claim their jackpot—millions that come with six zeros and a mountain of unintended consequences 
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A Lottery Win That Changes Everything
At its core, Six Zeros is a darkly comedic take on sudden wealth. The premise: six lottery winners, each from wildly different backgrounds, must attend a government-mandated workshop designed to help them "adapt" to their new millionaire status. The catch? The workshop is less about financial planning and more about the psychological unraveling that comes with a seven-figure windfall . Think The White Lotus meets Game of Thrones—if the throne was a pile of cash and the dragons were bad decisions.
The ensemble cast includes veteran Israeli actors Shlomo Bar-Aba (Fauda) and Liora Rivlin, alongside rising stars like Elisha Banai and Shani Klein. Their characters’ struggles—greed, paranoia, family drama, and the sudden loss of purpose—drive the series’ sharp social satire .
From Local Hit to Global Streamer
Originally titled Shisha Afasim (Hebrew for "six zeros"), the show was created by Noya Oren and directed by Nir Bergman, a name familiar to fans of Israeli cinema (Yana’s Friends, Broken Wings). It premiered on Kan 11 in June 2023 and quickly became a critical darling, earning the Best Comedy Drama award at the 2024 Israeli Television Academy Awards .
Netflix’s acquisition, announced in mid-2024, marks a major vote of confidence in the series’ international appeal. While the streamer hasn’t revealed a release date for Six Zeros outside Israel, the move aligns with its recent push into foreign-language content—especially from regions with strong storytelling traditions .
Behind the Scenes: What’s Next?
Details about a second season remain unconfirmed, but the show’s success at home and Netflix’s investment suggest it’s a strong possibility. The first season’s tight, character-driven narrative leaves plenty of room for expansion—will the workshop return with a new batch of winners, or will the original six spiral further into chaos?
One thing’s certain: Six Zeros isn’t just about the money. It’s about the zeros that get added to bank accounts—and the ones that get subtracted from lives. Whether it’s the pressure of newfound wealth or the absurdity of bureaucratic "help," the series promises to keep audiences hooked on the highs and lows of hitting the jackpot .
For now, fans outside Israel will have to wait for Netflix’s rollout. But if the awards and early buzz are any indication, Six Zeros could be the next foreign-language sleeper hit.
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