The Promise
“A perilous quest in a troubled land.”
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About
The story of a young woman who goes to present-day Israel/Palestine determined to find out about her soldier grandfather's involvement in the final years of Palestine under the British mandate.
Cast
Claire Foy
as Erin Matthews
Haaz Sleiman
as Omar Habash
Christian Cooke
as Len Matthews
Katharina Schüttler
as Clara Rosenbaum
Ali Suliman
as Abu-Hassan Mohammed
Ben Miles
as Max Meyer
Pip Torrens
as Major John Arbuthnot
Perdita Weeks
as Eliza Meyer
Smadi Wolfman
as Leah Meyer
Holly Aird
as Chris Matthews
Hiam Abbass
as Old Jawda
Lucas Gregorowicz
as Captain Richard Rowntree
Luke Allen-Gale
as Corporal Jackie Clough
Ulrich Noethen
as Leo Rosenbaum
Yvonne Catterfeld
as Ziphora
Itay Tiran
as Paul Meyer
Iain McKee
as Sergeant Hugh Robbins
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
Episode 1
Just as 18-year-old Londoner Erin sets off to spend summer in Israel with her best friend, Eliza, she unearths an old diary belonging to her seriously ill grandfather, Len. Intrigued by the life of this old man she barely knows, she takes the diary with her, and is stunned to learn of his part in the post-WWII British peace-keeping force in what was then Palestine.
Episode 2
Erin finds it hard to deal with the aftermath of the suicide bombing and the parallels with her grandfather's story. She decides to visit Eliza's grandfather to get some answers, though they may be uncomfortable.
Episode 3
Len discovers the source of the leak to the Jewish militia, with tragic consequences. Erin becomes even more determined to resolve the mystery surrounding the fate of her grandfather and his friend Mohammed as she continues to read his diary and embarks on a mission to absolve Len's guilt.
Episode 4
In 1947, Jews are out on the streets celebrating the British withdrawal from Palestine and in Haifa, the exodus of Arabs has started and Len is worried about the safety of Mohammed and his family and Erin discovers her grandfather's shame. Erin refuses to give up her quest to find Mohammed's family, even when it takes her on a dangerous journey into Gaza.
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About The Promise
“A perilous quest in a troubled land.”
The story of a young woman who goes to present-day Israel/Palestine determined to find out about her soldier grandfather's involvement in the final years of Palestine under the British mandate. Across 1 season and 4 episodes, originally airing on Channel 4.
The Promise Cast and Characters
The cast features Claire Foy (as Erin Matthews), Haaz Sleiman (as Omar Habash), Christian Cooke (as Len Matthews), Katharina Schüttler (as Clara Rosenbaum), and Ali Suliman (as Abu-Hassan Mohammed). Their performances are a major reason The Promise has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason The Promise keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How many episodes does The Promise have?
The Promise has 4 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Promise good? What's the rating?
The Promise holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 26 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of The Promise?
The main cast includes Claire Foy, Haaz Sleiman, Christian Cooke, and Katharina Schüttler, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Promise available in English?
Yes — The Promise was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Promise released?
The Promise first aired in 2011.
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How many seasons and episodes does The Promise have?
The Promise currently has 1 season and a total of 4 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Promise about?
The story of a young woman who goes to present-day Israel/Palestine determined to find out about her soldier grandfather's involvement in the final years of Palestine under the British mandate. It belongs to the Drama, War & Politics genres.
In which language is The Promise originally available?
The Promise was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Promise first released?
The Promise first premiered on February 6, 2011 (2011). The series has since concluded its run.
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