Fauda's fifth season turns on the Oct. 7 attack. That attack becomes the season's core. The show hit No. 1 on Netflix in Lebanon. That result has drawn attention for the series. The New York Times reports that this season speaks to audiences' attitudes toward Israel. The report examines those attitudes in detail. The Times of Israel labels it another terrific season. IMDb has listed all main cast members for season 5. The cast list shows every main role for the new season. A jns.org piece draws a contrast between Fauda and the series Naza. The piece frames Fauda as a true account and Naza as a lie. That framing draws a sharp line between the shows. The jns.org article carries the title 'Two screens, one choice: The lie of Naza and the truth of Fauda.' The title reflects the piece's view.