20 newest Turkish TV series of 2021: part 2

Turkish series creators are as prolific as the popular cats in this country. Viewers can already enjoy a variety of new TV shows with attractive actors and exciting plots in different genres, from melodramas to action movies. Niche 2021 provides the public with a list of the best Turkish TV series, guaranteeing each viewer fresh movies for every taste and mood.

Mavera: Hace Ahmed Yesevi (2021)

Mavera: Hace Ahmed Yesevi (2021)
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Genre: History
Cast: Sinan Tuzcu, Görkem Sevindik, Recep Usta, Mehmet Korhan Firat, Korel Cezayirli, Zara Yilmaz

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 6.5


The biographical film about the legendary preacher and founder of the Sufi school of Islamic religion, Hodja Ahmed Yasawi, depicts his life dedicated to educating people. The plot tells the story of a wise mentor who sends Hodja and his two friends to Baghdad to share their knowledge and bring the light of faith. The young men arrive in the city with enthusiasm and a desire to help. However, not everyone is happy to see the strangers, and the heroes have to face not only distrust, but also real dangers that they have to overcome.

Chrysalis (2021)

Chrysalis (2021)
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Genre: Drama
Cast: Burcu Biricik, Selma Ergeç, Feyyaz Serifoglu, Tugrul Tulek, Enis Arikan, Nihal Menzil, Nur Sürer

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 5.6


Another 2021 series eagerly awaited by fans is an adaptation of a new book by popular screenwriter and psychiatrist Gülseren Budaycioglu. The protagonist, Nalan, grew up in a wealthy family, never lacking for anything. After a brilliant education, she got a job at a large hotel chain in Koroglu, where she met Sedat, the son of the owner of the hotel empire. Their beautiful romance ended in a wedding, but Nalan’s happiness was short-lived. Soon, the man cooled off to his beautiful wife, and her pregnancy ended in a tragic outcome. Nalan sinks into despair, but is rescued by Khairi, her own chauffeur. However, it is unclear how much of his interest in her is selfless.

Synchronous (2021)

Synchronous (2021)
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Genre: Crime, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Cast: Özcan Deniz, Feyza Aktan, Cansel Elcin, Zeynep Tugçe Bayat, Orçun Oran, Kuzey Deniz

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 6.1


The series is a sci-fi thriller, an unusual genre for Turkish cinema, and tells the story of the complicated relationship between Mina and Sedat. This couple in love becomes the protagonists of several stories that take place at the same time, but in parallel worlds. The feelings of the protagonists are severely tested, and the relationship on the screen reflects the real experiences of the two actors – former spouses who play important roles after a recent divorce proceeding.

Once Upon a Time in Cyprus (2021)

Once Upon a Time in Cyprus (2021)
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Genre: Action, History
Cast: Ahmet Kural, Pelin Karahan, Serkan Çayoglu, Gülper Özdemir, Tayanç Ayaydin, Devrim Saltoglu

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 7.3


The list of top Turkish TV series of 2021 must include a historical action movie that tells the story of the events of the second half of the 20th century. Until 1963, the Greek and Turkish communities coexisted peacefully in Cyprus, but on December 21, the persecution of Turks began, which was called the “bloody Christmas”. The family of the merchant Kemal Dereli was threatened with physical violence and forced to leave their home. However, Kemal did not lose his spirit in the face of this nightmare and decided to join forces with Ankarali, an intelligence officer who arrived on the island with a mission to rescue his compatriots.

Kirmizi Kamyon (2021)

Kirmizi Kamyon (2021)
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Genre: Action, Drama
Cast: Sümeyye Aydogan, Görkem Sevindik, Nilay Deniz, Ushan Çakir, Fatih Al, Deniz Sen Hamzaoglu

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 6.4


The dramatic plot of this series brings to life the difficult everyday life of the fire service. The focus is on Ugur Bey, a man who risks his life every day for the sake of others. The foreman bravely rescues people from the fire, but unfortunately, he could not save his own wife from the flames. However, the hero’s tragedy is just beginning. The brother of his late wife, his best friend, accuses Ugur of his sister’s death, and his beloved daughter is taken away by his grandparents. The only one who supports the accused is a forensic psychologist, but he has his own personal interests in the case. Will the brave firefighter be able to defend his honor and good name?

The Shadow Team (2021)

The Shadow Team (2021)
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Genre: Action, Drama
Cast: Deniz Baysal, Serdar Yegin, Ahmet Ugur Say, Turgut Tuncalp, Gürkan Uygun, Caglar Ertugrul

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 6.6


In 2021, the topic of secret intelligence services became relevant in Turkish TV series. One of these highly rated action movies features a “Turkish James Bond” named Serdar Kiriçalcan. As a child, he survived an attack by German neo-Nazis on his family and was adopted by diplomat Mete Bey. Mete Bey raised a true patriot and superman out of the little orphan. Now Serdar serves in intelligence and leads a group of seven professionals who carry out the most risky leadership tasks, successfully neutralizing Turkey’s enemies.

My Siblings (2021)

My Siblings (2021)
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Genre: Drama
Cast: Celil Nalçakan, Cüneyt Mete, Fadik Sevin Atasoy, Ahu Yagtu, Simge Selçuk, Yigit Koçak

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 6.0


The Eren family has faced two heavy blows of fate: their housewife mother was involved in a car accident, and their construction worker father died trying to uncover the truth about the cause of the accident. Four children of different ages are left without parents and decide to stick together. To avoid being separated and sent to different families or orphanages, they decide to travel to Istanbul, where they start a new life, relying only on each other.

50M2 (2021)

50M2 (2021)
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Genre: Comedy, Drama, Thriller
Cast: Engin Öztürk, Kürsat Alniaçik, Cengiz Bozkurt, Aybüke Pusat, Tolga Tekin

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 6.9


The popular black comedy about the adventures of a petty criminal has received positive feedback from viewers in our country. The protagonist of the series, named Helge, decides to cut ties with a criminal boss and escape from his revenge. In the process of escaping, he accidentally finds himself in an atelier whose owner has recently died. The neighbors mistake Helge for the son of the deceased tailor, and he does not refute their assumptions, rejoicing in his successful reception. The boy is so enthusiastic about his new role that even after the danger has passed, he cannot give up this image, which leads to funny and embarrassing situations.

The Trusted (2021)

The Trusted (2021)
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Genre: Drama
Cast: Burak Deniz, Alina Boz, Serhat Mustafa Kiliç, Saygin Soysal, Cengiz Sezgin, Türkü Su Demirel

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 7.7


In the action-packed melodrama, the protagonist, who served in the Special Forces, receives the call sign “Marashanets” in honor of his hometown of Marash. After tragic family events, he leaves the service and decides to end his military career. The widower opens a bookstore and devotedly raises his sick daughter. One day, he meets a pretty girl named Mahur, who confides in him her problems. Marashanets uses his army skills to help her and gradually becomes closer to Mahur.

Last Summer (2021)

Last Summer (2021)
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Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller
Cast: Alperen Duymaz, Ali Atay, Hafsanur Sancaktutan, Arif Piskin, Sezer Koç, Halil Babür

Country: Turkey
Rating: IMDb – 8.0


When prosecutor Selim Kara brings a brash young man named Akgün into his home, his family is surprised. After all, what could an incorruptible servant of the law and a boy who grew up in a criminal environment have in common? However, it turns out that Akgyun’s father, a great authority, made a deal with the investigation and asked Selim to protect his son from the revenge of his associates. With the best of intentions, the prosecutor decides to give shelter to this young man with a difficult character, who has disturbed the peace of his family and won the heart of his young daughter.

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