Tehran (2020)
An Israeli spy thriller following a Mossad hacker-agent on a perilous undercover mission inside Iran's capital.
Tehran - Series Information
- Original Title: טהרן
- First Air Year: 2020
- Last Air Year: 2025
- Created by: Dana Eden, Moshe Zonder et al.
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 24
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: Hebrew
- Spoken Languages: Hebrew, English, Persian
- First Air Date: June 22, 2020 (United States - TV-MA), June 22, 2020 (Canada - 18+), June 22, 2020 (United Kingdom - 15), June 22, 2020 (Germany - 16), June 22, 2020 (France - 16), June 22, 2020 (India - A), June 22, 2020 (New Zealand - 16), June 22, 2020 (Australia - MA 15+), June 22, 2020 (Brazil - 16), June 22, 2020 (Mexico - B-15)
- Networks: Kan 11
- Alternative Titles: Tehran (CA), Tehran (IL), Tehran (US), Тегеран (RU), Teherán (ES), Teherán (MX), Téhéran (FR)
- Production Companies: Paper Plane Productions, Donna & Shula Productions, Cosmote TV, Ekome, Kan
- Production Countries: Israel, Greece, United States of America
Tehran - Plot
Tamar is a Mossad hacker-agent who infiltrates Tehran under a false identity to help destroy Iran's nuclear reactor. But when her mission fails, Tamar must plan an operation that will place everyone dear to her in jeopardy.
Tehran - Trailer
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A secret agent embarks on her most dangerous mission yet.
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Tehran - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Dana Eden
- Moshe Zonder
- Maor Kohn
- Daniel Syrkin
Main Cast
- Niv Sultan
- Shaun Toub
- Shervin Alenabi
- Menashe Noy
- Liraz Charhi
- Navid Negahban
- Glenn Close
- Darius Homayoun
- Hugh Laurie
- Arash Marandi
Writers
- Omri Shenhar
- Moshe Zonder
- Tony Saint
- Simon Allen
Executive Producers
- Daniel Syrkin
- Alon Aranya
- Dimitris Michalakis
- Julien Leroux
- Peter Emerson
Tehran - FAQs
Where can you stream Tehran online?
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Is Tehran based on a true story?
Tehran is a fictional spy thriller, not based on a specific true story. However, it draws heavily on real geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, incorporating authentic details about Mossad operations, Iranian society, and the ongoing nuclear standoff to create a grounded, credible narrative.
Who are the main actors in Tehran?
Tehran stars Niv Sultan as Mossad agent Tamar Rabinyan, alongside Shaun Toub, Shervin Alenabi, Menashe Noy, Liraz Charhi, and Navid Negahban. Later seasons added acclaimed Hollywood stars Glenn Close as Marjan Montazeri and Hugh Laurie as Eric Peterson.
Why did Glenn Close and Hugh Laurie join Tehran?
Glenn Close and Hugh Laurie joined Tehran in Season 3, elevating the show's international profile. Close plays Marjan Montazeri and Laurie portrays Eric Peterson. Their casting signaled the series' ambition to attract global audiences and reflected growing international co-production investment in the thriller.
How many seasons does Tehran have?
Tehran has three seasons, each comprising eight episodes, for a total of 24 episodes. The series premiered in 2020 and is currently a returning series, meaning a further season may be in development. Season 3 aired in 2025.
What is Tehran the TV series about?
Tehran follows Tamar Rabinyan, a Mossad hacker-agent who infiltrates Iran's capital under a false identity to sabotage a nuclear reactor. When her mission unravels, she must improvise a dangerous new plan that puts everyone she loves at risk, blending espionage action with moral complexity.
Did Tehran win any awards?
Yes. Tehran won the International Emmy Award for Best Drama Series in 2021, a landmark achievement for an Israeli production. The show also received nominations at the Israeli Television Academy Awards and earned widespread critical praise for its tense writing and Niv Sultan's lead performance.
What is the content rating for Tehran?
Tehran is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences. The series contains intense espionage action, violence, and complex moral themes. International ratings vary: 15 in the UK, 16 in Germany, France, Spain, and Brazil, and MA 15+ in Australia.
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