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We Were The Lucky OnesWe Were The Lucky Ones

Based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel, the television adaptation of “We Were the Lucky Ones” is a limited series inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of WWII. The series follows them across continents as they do everything in their power to survive, and to reunite. “We Were the Lucky Ones” demonstrates how in the face of the twentieth century’s darkest moment, the human spirit can endure and even thrive. The series is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.more

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Episode 1

Elves to the Rescue

Sisters Kelsie and Mackenzie write to Santa asking for cleaning help for their mom; school-teacher Ginger writes to Santa asking for supplies for her school and her fellow teachers.

Episode 2

Dinosaur Dreams

Shaborn, Lily, JJ, & Zealy write letters to Santa and kind-hearted human 'elves' step up in unexpected ways to make their Christmas wishes come true.

Episode 3

I Want a Doggie

Martina writes to Santa about her love of the Make-a-Wish foundation; Kayla asks Santa for a dog; her letter is adopted by Candy, who wants to give it forward after her late daughter received a gift through USPS's Operation Santa program last year.

Episode 4

Musical Elves

Mila's letter about her love of music is adopted by Shaw University's marching band; ballerina Ava has her wish for private ballet lessons fulfilled by CJ Emmons, the principal singer for ABC's Dancing with the Stars.

Episode 5

Disneyland!

Following her parents' divorce, Sophia asks Santa for a trip to Disneyland; Hayden asks Santa for a computer so he can do his homework; Sadaat writes to Santa asking for English lessons.

Episode 6

Change the World

Skyla writes to Santa asking for new books and materials for her youth center; RaNiya asks Santa for books about how to change the world.

Cast Conversations: Episode 6

Cast Conversations: Episode 4

The History Behind The Story

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Book To Screen

Cast Conversations: Episode 5

Cast Conversations: Episode 7

Cast Conversations: Episode 8

Cast Conversations: Episodes 1-3

About this Show

We Were The Lucky Ones

Based on Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel, the television adaptation of “We Were the Lucky Ones” is a limited series inspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of WWII. The series follows them across continents as they do everything in their power to survive, and to reunite. “We Were the Lucky Ones” demonstrates how in the face of the twentieth century’s darkest moment, the human spirit can endure and even thrive. The series is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.

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