An intimate and sensitive series exploring an often-controversial topic: the bond between an infertile couple and the surrogate mother carrying their future child.
A Body That Works (Season 1)
Episode 1 (Episode 1)
Air date: 2023-02-13
Runtime: 58 min
Overview: After another miscarriage, lawyer Iddo and editor Ellie agree to try surrogacy. They meet with telemarketer Chen as a possible candidate.
Episode 2 (Episode 2)
Air date: 2023-02-20
Runtime: 52 min
Overview: Iddo is desperate to raise money for the surrogacy. Ellie meets with her new client, director Tomer Hemo. Chen has second thoughts about her decision.
Episode 3 (Episode 3)
Air date: 2023-02-27
Runtime: 58 min
Overview: Feeling misunderstood, Ellie finds comfort with Tomer. Iddo faces his first day as a corporate lawyer. Chen is pulled into a custody battle by her ex.
Episode 4 (Episode 4)
Air date: 2023-03-06
Runtime: 50 min
Overview: Chen goes on a promising date, but a medical emergency forces her to call Iddo for help. Ellie's frustrations with being left out reach a breaking point.
Episode 5 (Episode 5)
Air date: 2023-03-13
Runtime: 51 min
Overview: With Chen needing strict bed rest, Iddo and Ellie invite her to stay at their place, leading to a confrontation that sends the couple into a spiral.
Episode 6 (Episode 6)
Air date: 2023-03-20
Runtime: 54 min
Overview: Ellie and Tomer finish his book, but they're not finished with each other. Chen's living situation gives her ex the upper hand in their custody battle.
Episode 7 (Episode 7)
Air date: 2023-03-27
Runtime: 56 min
Overview: Iddo shows his true colors when Tomer offers Ellie a business opportunity in London. Chen must decide what's best for her son.
Episode 8 (Episode 8)
Air date: 2023-04-03
Runtime: 57 min
Overview: When the delivery proves more troubling than anticipated, Chen pushes Iddo to the sidelines, leading to an overdue reconciliation between her and Ellie.
Seasons
Episodes 8