What to watch in Israel this week: Lansky’s Zionism, E.T. on Disney+, and the James Bond curse

KAN 11 and KAN BOX are airing a three-part documentary series, "Lansky – The Zionist Gangster," about Jewish American mobster Meyer Lansky. The first episode, available for streaming, details Lansky's early 1970s stay in Israel while fleeing tax evasion charges, portraying his love for the country despite his criminal empire built on bootlegging and establishing Las Vegas. Future episodes will explore his contributions to Israel's founding through financial aid and arms smuggling. Interviewees include Lansky's grandchildren. Additionally, Disney+ has added classic films like "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" and the "Back to the Future" trilogy, featuring Michael J. Fox, who continues to act while advocating for Parkinson's research. Lastly, the Yes VOD documentary "Ian Fleming: The Curse of James Bond" explores the life of the 007 creator, highlighting his wartime intelligence work as the most compelling aspect, despite its uneven portrayal of his personal struggles and the "curse" of his literary success.