What to watch on TV: Israeli dramedy Nothing Happened, plus political dramas worth streaming

When Israeli dramedy series Nothing Happened premiered on Hot 3 and became available on Hot VOD and Next TV, viewers were greeted with a familiar story of a long-married couple dealing with infidelity. However, the show rises above the clichés, turning the narrative into something worth watching. It is classified as a true dramedy, delving deeply into the question of when honesty is the best policy and the pain that affairs can inflict. But it also remains very funny throughout.

Created by Shirli Moshaioff, who previously wrote the series Very Important Person, the show boasts some of the best writing on television in recent years. Liat Harlev, who plays the wife Naama, and Assi Cohen, who portrays the husband Alon, are two standout performers. Their portrayal of Irena and Shauli from the comedy show Eretz Nehederet has made them popular, and their chemistry carries the show.

Naama's world is turned upside down when she discovers a flirty text from Alon in the middle of the night. She confronts her husband and an odyssey ensues, with Naama finding a 24-hour polygraph testing service to confirm Alon's actions. The series features a strong central performance from Harlev, who finds a fresh take on the wife seeking answers from her husband.

The show has been compared to the Bill Clinton-Monica Lewinsky affair, with Harlev's Naama reminiscent of Lewinsky. The comparison brings to mind the intricate details of Lewinsky's friendship with a Pentagon staffer, Linda Tripp, and the subsequent fallout involving the FBI, presidential intrigue, and political drama. Although the series does not give away spoilers, many viewers are likely to binge-watch the first six episodes.