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 A heartwarming Turkish drama about a young woman who moves to Istanbul and lives with an old friend of her mother's. At first, they clash, but gradually learn, grow, and heal together.

Netflix has been on a rampage collecting regional tales from across Turkey. The drastic differences in existing themes, a result of tradition wearing thin over time, have given creators enough material to weave stories from these lands. Tales of faded gilding and stained-glass windows, one of which is said to grace screens, is the Istanbul Encyclopedia.

Stars: Canan Erguder, Helin Kandemir, Tolga Tekin

Credited with creating some of the most intricate Turkish tales, from "Wound of Hesitation," "Between Two Dawns," "Tuzdan Kaide," and many more, with years of refinement and creation hidden beneath the tip of the iceberg, filmmaker Salman Nacar has devised a premise that tests the story of two deeply estranged generations through two women. Istanbul Encyclopedia offers a nuanced look at contemporary life in Turkey in this original production from the streaming giant.


Scheduled to premiere on Netflix on April 17, 2025, Istanbul Encyclopedia will follow the story of Zehra, a young student who moves to Istanbul and settles in with Nesrin, her estranged mother's best friend. The series explores the cultural and generational differences between the two women, highlighting their contrasting desires and lifestyles. As they navigate their differences, the series delves into themes of connection, secrets, and personal growth against the vibrant backdrop of Istanbul. Actresses Canan Ergüder as Nesrin and Helin Kandemir as Zehra take center stage.


While largely a Netflix production, the Turkish delights the streaming giant has collected over time are not to be ignored.


While the process may have slowed somewhat, it was in 2021 that Netflix revamped its Turkish original content, offering a diverse range of films and series. The recognition came directly from Netflix's head of original content, who hailed Turkey as an emerging hub for creative storytelling. The need to globalize this content was made evident by streaming platforms. Series such as 50 M2, Fatma, and Midnight at Pera Palace spanned genres from drama to thriller to fantasy. Films like Struggle Alley and Azizler offer highly captivating narratives from Turkey.


The plot not only focuses on the personal journeys of Nesrin and Zehra but also reflects broader social issues. By examining their struggles to understand each other, The Istanbul Encyclopedia offers insight into the complexities of modern relationships in an ever-changing world. This drama, once again, is part of Netflix's growing collection of Turkish originals, which features diverse stories from the region.

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