Fauda's fifth season is built around the Oct. 7 attack. That attack serves as the central focus. The show hit No. 1 on Netflix in Lebanon. That result marks a milestone for the series. The New York Times reports that this season addresses audiences' attitudes toward Israel. The report highlights those attitudes in detail. The Times of Israel names it another terrific season. IMDb has posted all main cast members for season 5. The cast list includes the full lineup for the new season. A jns.org piece draws a contrast between Fauda and the series Naza. The piece frames Fauda as the truth and Naza as a lie. That framing draws a sharp line between the shows. The jns.org article is titled 'Two screens, one choice: The lie of Naza and the truth of Fauda.' The title sums up the stance.