The decision, made in coordination with Amedi, comes after earlier announcements that he would not return due to scheduling conflicts. A source close to the production told Ynetnews the move was designed to "keep all options on the table."
“There’s a great deal of mutual love and respect between Amedi and Fauda, so this is a solution that works well for both sides,” the source said.
Series co-creator Avi Issacharoff praised Amedi in an interview with Yedioth Ahronoth’s 7 Nights magazine, calling him “the most amazing person I’ve met.” He added, “In my view, he should be prime minister one day. He’s also a good friend and an exceptional human being.”
Producer Liat Benasuly said Amedi’s growing commitments as a musician made it difficult for him to continue with the series. “Over the seasons, we’ve seen Idan grow and, of course, become a star,” she said. “But unfortunately, he won’t be part of the fifth season. It’s simply too much—his performances, adjusting to routine, and our filming schedule.”
According to Benasuly, a storyline had already been written for Amedi’s character, but he informed the team that he would not be able to participate fully in the new season. The production decided to proceed without delay and incorporate a guest appearance instead.
Fauda, produced by Israel’s Yes Studios, follows an elite Israeli counterterrorism unit and has drawn an international following since its debut in 2015. The series was later sold to Netflix, where it gained a global audience.
