Trust No One

What comes up on the screen as the title is the Hebrew word for 'Head' or Chief, and indeed the main central character of this outstanding series is the Head of the Secret Service.

There are a number of parallel plots which will come together at the end, but will also leave us looking forward to season 2.

It starts with the rescue of a young arab woman who has been an Israeli informer in Gaza for many years, and a gripping attempt to extract her.

But details of this and of other supposedly secret activities have been leaked, and there is a very serious search being made to identify where the leaks are coming from as it is clear that it is from within.

For various reasons, the head of the service - Itamar - is under considerable pressure to resign or be dismissed, and we are gradually led to try to guess who is behind this attempted coup from the inside.

A brilliant computer expert who worked with the agency, then left to form her own independent company, comes back to try to sort out where the leaks are coming from, and this means linking up again with her former boy friend who in-between married someone else but that marriage failed. But many people in the agency saw the woman as a traitor and she spent some years in jail in the US.

At the end, many - not all - of these loose parallel strands will link up, but that is not the main joy watching this series.

Rather it is the different human situations, the personal; conflicts, the excellent acting and direction.

The Israeli lead actor has been featured in many other series, he is very good, as is the arab woman, and they are very well supported by the rest of the cast.

There are some similariies with Fauda - the situation in Gaza obviously, and that there is much arabic spoken, but this series has far less violence and shooting, is much more cerebral - 'who did or didn't do what?' very highly recommended.

"Trust No One" is an absolutely mind-blowing thriller that grabs you from the outset and doesn't let go until the final, breathless moments. Yehuda Levi delivers a commanding and utterly captivating performance as the chief of Israeli internal security, portraying a man walking a tightrope as he battles threats from every direction while desperately trying to plug a potentially catastrophic leak within his own ranks. Levi masterfully conveys the character's sharp intellect, his unwavering resolve, and the immense pressure he faces, drawing you deep into his increasingly desperate situation.

The brilliance of "Trust No One" lies in its intricately woven and relentlessly paced plot. The series expertly juggles multiple compelling storylines, creating a labyrinth of suspicion and intrigue where trust becomes a dangerous commodity. Just when you think you have a handle on things, another expertly crafted twist throws everything into question. The tension is palpable, escalating with each episode, making it utterly addictive viewing.

Beyond Levi's exceptional lead performance, the supporting cast is outstanding, each adding layers of complexity and fueling the pervasive sense of unease. The writing is sharp, intelligent, and keeps you constantly guessing, while the taut direction amplifies the suspense at every turn.

This series is a masterclass in thriller storytelling, delving into the high-stakes world of espionage and internal security with a gripping realism that feels both authentic and utterly thrilling. The themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the corrosive power of hidden agendas are explored with compelling depth.

And yes, THANK GOD this intense and mind-bending ride is fiction! "Trust No One" is the kind of thriller that stays with you long after the credits roll, prompting endless speculation and a lingering sense of unease - in the best possible way. If you crave a sophisticated, high-stakes thriller with a phenomenal lead performance, look no further. "Trust No One" is an absolute must-watch.

"Trust No One" is a gripping, edge-of-your-seat thriller that masterfully blends suspense, tension, and emotional depth. From start to finish, the story pulls you into a world of secrets, betrayal, and high-stakes danger, where no one can be trusted. At the center of it all is Yehuda Levi, whose performance is nothing short of brilliant-nuanced, intense, and completely captivating. He brings a raw emotional core to the character, making every twist hit harder. The cinematography and pacing are razor-sharp, keeping viewers hooked. This is a must-watch for fans of intelligent thrillers, strong characters, and top-tier acting.