The Rich and Lazarus

After Joshua's death the Hebrew community drifts away from its old commitments, turning toward foreign gods and moral drift. Jeremiah stands out as a lone voice trying to warn his people, and his prophecy meets violence and rejection long before any army arrives. The story moves between that national crisis and a more intimate strand about three childhood friends, Joana, Zac and Asher. As they grow up the emotional stakes sharpen: Zac and Asher both fall for Joana, but her heart is with Asher. The political and personal plotlines run in parallel, showing how faith, power and love tangle without giving away later reversals.

Released in 2017, the series was directed by Edgard Miranda and created by Paula Richard, Camilo Pellegrini and Cristianne Fridman. The show draws on biblical episodes around Jeremiah and Nebuchadnezzar II while packaging them in a serialized, family soap format for television audiences.

Critical and audience reaction has leaned positive, reflected in an average user score around 7.7 out of 10 from a modest number of voters. Reviewers and viewers tended to note the lead performances and the way the series balances melodrama with historical-religious material. Major themes include loyalty, religious conviction, political ambition and the costs of choosing love over duty.

The production stood out for merging an ancient setting with the familiar rhythms of modern soap operas, which made it accessible to viewers who enjoy both historical spectacle and interpersonal drama. Its casting, especially the dual role played by Dudu Azevedo as Asher and Lázaro, drew attention, and scenes depicting prophetic confrontation and royal arrival became memorable touchpoints among fans.

There are no widely reported major international awards attached to the series. Any recognition tended to be local or industry-specific, rather than high profile ceremonies, so the show is better known for its storytelling choices and performances than for trophy room prestige.