‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’ Series Premieres, Highlighting Holocaust Horrors and Survival

The new Peacock series, based on Heather Morris’s novel, offers a poignant and harrowing portrayal of Auschwitz’s atrocities and a love story that endures amidst despair.

The series, directed by Tali Shalom Ezer, is based on the best-selling book 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' by Heather Morris, depicting the grueling experiences of Holocaust survivor Lale Sokolov.
Jonah Hauer-King stars as Lale, who becomes a tattooist in Auschwitz, where he meets and falls in love with Gita, played by Anna Próchniak.
The narrative intertwines Lale’s harrowing past with his present-day recounting to a writer, portrayed by Melanie Lynskey, emphasizing the lasting impact of his trauma.
Critics praise the series for its unflinching depiction of the Holocaust’s brutality and the complex dynamics of survival and complicity within the camp.
The series aims to honor the memory of the victims and educate about the dangers of antisemitism, resonating with contemporary concerns over rising antisemitic sentiments.