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Lost in Time: A Journey Through Turkish History with the 12 Best Historical Drama Series – DIZI TOP
DIZI TOP – Step back in time to explore the fascinating history of Turkey, from the grandeur of the Ottoman and Seljuk Empires to the intense struggles of the Turkish War of Independence – 12 Best Historical Dramas Series capturing the significance of the events that have molded this great nation.
The Chronicles of Turkey – Step back in time and explore the rich and captivating history of the Ottoman and Seljuk Empires with the Top 12 Turkish Historical Drama Series. From the adventures of Ertugrul Bey to the most powerful women of the Ottoman empire, Kösem Sultan and Hurrem, to Mehmed The Conqueror and to the intense struggles of the Turkish War of Independence, each of these dramas provides a unique perspective on history, bringing to life the political events, battles, and personal struggles of key figures in Turkish history.
With powerful performances by renowned Turkish actors such as Engin Altan Düzyatan, Burak Özçivit, Barış Arduç, Kenan Imirzalioglu, Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, and Halit Ergenç, get ready to be transported to a time of courage and sacrifice, while exploring the Top 12 Turkish Historical drama and romantic series that have captured the hearts of the audience.
Whether you are a history buff or simply looking for a new series to watch, this list will provide a comprehensive look at Turkey’s rich cultural heritage and its impact on the world.
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12. Rise of Empires: Ottoman (2020-2022), starring Cem Yigit Uzümoglu, Tommaso Basili, Daniel Nuță, and Tuba Büyüküstün
Rise of Empires: Ottoman (2020-2022), starring Cem Yigit Uzümoglu, Tommaso Basili, Daniel Nuță, and Tuba Büyüküstün is a Turkish historical docudrama series created for Netflix. The series follows the story of Mehmed the Conqueror and the fall of Constantinople in the first season, and season 2 focuses on the rivalry between Mehmed II and Vlad Ţepeş or Vlad the Impaler, a Wallachian prince whose signature was to impale his enemies.
A hybrid between historical series and documentary, with 6 episodes in each season, Rise of Empires: Ottoman is a must-watch for fans of Turkey’s history. Charles Dance is the English narrator of the Turkish historical docudrama series Rise of Empires: Ottoman.Advertisements ↓
11. Destan (2021), starring Ebru Şahin, Edip Tepeli, and Selim Bayraktar
Destan (2021), starring Ebru Şahin, Edip Tepeli, and Selim Bayraktar, is a Turkish historical action drama series set during the 8th century. The Destan series is a fictional representation of a historical epic love story inspired by Turkish folklore and not based on historical events.
The Destan dizi series depicts the epic love story of Akkiz, who was orphaned by Alpagu Khan, killing her father, and Batuga, Alpagu’s disabled son, and their journey to gain justice and revenge against Gök Khan. Produced by Mehmet Bozdağ for ATV, the Destan series has one season consisting of 28 episodes.Advertisements ↓
10. Alparslan: Büyük Selçuklu (2021), starring Barış Arduç and Mehmet Özgür
Alparslan: Büyük Selçuklu (2021), starring Barış Arduç, Barış Bağcı and Mehmet Özgür, is a Turkish historical drama series that showcases the political events and wars during Alp Arslan’s reign as Prince of the Seljuk Empire. Produced by Akli Film for TRT, the dizi series has two seasons consisting of 44 episodes.
The series Alparslan: Büyük Selçuklu is a sequel to the Turkish historical drama Uyanış: Büyük Selçuklu (2020), which was created by Serdar Özönalan and directed by Sedat İnci. Alparslan was known for his military prowess, which was instrumental for the expansion and consolidation of the Seljuk Empire during the 11th century.Advertisements ↓
9. Fatih / Mehmed the Conqueror (2018), starring Kenan Imirzalioglu
Fatih / Mehmed the Conqueror (2018), starring Kenan Imirzalioglu, Çetin Tekindor, Gürkan Uygun, and Hande Soral, is a Turkish historical drama series that depicts the life of Sultan Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire, who conquered Constantinople and brought an end to the Byzantine Empire. Produced by Med Yapım for Kanal D, the Fatih dizi series consisted of only five episodes.
The 2018 series focuses on the political and military events of Fatih Mehmed’s reign, and how he emerged as one of the greatest conquerors in history. It highlights the battles, diplomacy, and strategy that went into Mehmed’s successful conquest of Constantinople, and the consolidation of the Ottoman Empire as a major world power. The Fatih dizi series offers a dramatized portrayal of the life of a historical figure who had a significant impact on the course of world history.Advertisements ↓
8. Uyanış: Büyük Selçuklu (2020), starring Ekin Koç, Sevda Erginci, Buğra Gülsoy, Barış Arduç, and Fahriye Evcen
Uyanış: Büyük Selçuklu (2020), starring Ekin Koç, Sevda Erginci, Buğra Gülsoy, Barış Arduç, and Fahriye Evcen, is a Turkish historical drama series that takes place in the 11th century, during the reign of the Seljuk Empire. Produced by Akli Film for TRT, the dizi series has one season consisting of 34 episodes, provides a unique perspective on how the Selçuklu Empire became an Islamic state.
The historical drama series Uyanış: Büyük Selçuklu (2020) focuses on the life of Malik-Shah I, a powerful and influential figure in the Seljuk court, as she navigates political intrigue, battles for power, and the challenges of maintaining her position of influence for her son, Ahmad Sanjar.Advertisements ↓
7. Vatanim Sensin (2016), starring Halit Ergenç and Bergüzar Korel
Vatanim Sensin (2016), starring Halit Ergenç, Bergüzar Korel, Boran Kuzum, Onur Saylak, Kubilay Aka, Pinar Deniz, and Miray Daner, is a historical drama series set during the Turkish War of Independence in 1919. The dizi series features Halit Ergenc as Cevdet, a national hero and key figure in the war between Turkey and Greece.
The historical drama series Vatanim Sensin (2016) follows the dramatic events and socio-political changes that test the love between Cevdet and Azize, a devoted mother fighting to keep her family together amidst the war’s cruelty. Cevdet finds himself as a tragic hero, faced with the ruin of his family, unable to prevent it, and forced to choose between his oath and the love he feels for Azize. The series depicts a powerful tale of love, sacrifice, and bravery in the face of war and adversity. Produced by O3 Production for Kanal D, the Turkish historical series Vatanim Sensin (2016) has two seasons consisting of 59 episodes.Advertisements ↓
6. Payitaht: Abdülhamid (2017), starring Bülent İnal
Payitaht: Abdülhamid (2017), starring Bülent İnal, is a Turkish historical drama series that revolves around the reign of Sultan Abdulhamid II, the 34th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, who ruled from 1876 to 1909. Produced by ES Film for TRT, the Turkish series Payitaht: Abdülhamid (2017) ran for five seasons, consisting of 154 episodes.
The series Payitaht: Abdülhamid (2007) portrays the events of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and focuses on the political and personal struggles of Sultan Abdulhamid II as he tries to maintain the Ottoman Empire’s power and integrity in the face of internal and external challenges. The Turkish historical series also explores Sultan Abdülhamid ‘s efforts to modernize the empire and improve the lives of its citizens, as well as his interactions with other historical figures such as Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom.Advertisements ↓
5. Kurt Seyit ve Şura (2014), starring Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, and Fahriye Evcen
Kurt Seyit ve Şura (2014), starring Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, and Fahriye Evcen, is a Turkish historical romantic drama series following the forbidden love story between Kurt Seyit, a high-ranking Ottoman army officer, and Şura, a Russian aristocrat. Inspired by a real-life story, the dizi series Kurt Seyit ve Şura (2014) is an adaptation of the novel of the same name written by author Faruk Nafiz Çamlıbel
Set during the tumultuous events of World War I and the Russian Revolution, the Turkish drama series explores themes of love, war, and political intrigue as Kurt and Şura navigate their forbidden romance amid chaos and historical upheaval. Produced by Ay Yapım for Star TV, the Turkish romantic historical series Kurt Seyit ve Şura (2014) has two seasons which consist of 21 episodes.Advertisements ↓
4. Kösem (2015), starring Beren Saat, Ekin Koç, Hülya Avșar, Nurgül Yeșilçay, Metin Akdülger, and Farah Zeynep Abdullah
Kösem (2015), starring Beren Saat, Ekin Koç, Hülya Avșar, Nurgül Yeșilçay, Metin Akdülger, and Farah Zeynep Abdullah, is a Turkish historical drama series set in Ottoman Empire during the reign of Sultan Ahmed I, in the early 17th century.
The Turkish drama series Kösem (2015) highlights the role of women in the Ottoman Empire and the power they held, despite being in a patriarchal society. Produced by Tims Productions for STAR TV and FOX, the historical drama Kösem (2015) has two seasons, consisting of 60 episodes.
The Turkish historical drama series is based on the real-life events of Kösem Sultan, who quickly rose to prominence due to her beauty and intelligence. She became the favorite of Sultan Ahmed I and bore him several children, including the future Sultan Murad IV. After the death of Ahmed I, Kösem Sultan used her political influence to secure the throne for her son and became one of the most-powerful female figure in the Ottoman Empire.Advertisements ↓
3. Muhteşem Yüzyıl (2011), starring Halit Ergenç, Meryem Uzerli, Vahide Perçin, Nur Fettahoğlu, Selma Ergeç and Burak Özçivit
Muhteşem Yüzyıl (2011), starring Halit Ergenç, Meryem Uzerli, Vahide Perçin, Nur Fettahoğlu, Selma Ergeç, Mehmet Günsür, and Burak Özçivit, is a Turkish historical drama series set in the 16th century tells the story of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, the longest-reigning Sultan of the Ottoman Empire.
Muhteşem Yüzyıl (2011) explores Sultan Suleiman’s relationship and love affair with Hurrem, including the challenges and obstacles they face, as well as the impact on the Ottoman court and the political landscape of the empire.
Hurrem Sultan, also known as Roxelana, was the first official wife of an Ottoman, a prominent figure during the reign of her husband. A slave known for her influence over the Sultan and involvement in politics and court life, Hurrem rises to become one of the first most powerful and influential women in the Ottoman court. Produced by TIMS&B Production for Show TV, the Turkish historical dizi series Muhteşem Yüzyıl (2011) ran for four seasons, with a total of 104 episodes.Advertisements ↓
2. Kuruluş Osman (2019), starring Burak Özçivit and Özge Törer
Kuruluş Osman (2019), starring Burak Özçivit and Özge Törer, is a Turkish historical drama and adventure series following the life of Osman I, the founder of the Ottoman Empire, as he battles to expand his territory and secure the future of his people.
Created for ATV, Kuruluş Osman is a sequel to the popular TV series Diriliş: Ertuğrul and takes place in the late 13th century, providing a unique perspective on the early years of the Ottoman Empire. Mehmet Bozdağ signed the drama series Kuruluş Osman (2019), who is also the producer of Diriliş: Ertuğrul (2014). The Turkish historical series Kuruluş Osman (2019) has four seasons – 114 episodes, as of today.
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1. Diriliş: Ertuğrul (2014), starring Engin Altan Düzyatan and Esra Bilgiç
Diriliş: Ertuğrul (2014), starring Engin Altan Düzyatan and Esra Bilgiç, is a Turkish historical drama and adventure series set in the 13th century during the reign of the Mongol Empire. The Turkish historical series follows the life of Ertuğrul Bey, the father of Osman I, the founder of the Ottoman Empire. Produced by Tekden Film for TRT, the drama series Diriliş: Ertuğrul (2014) has a total of 5 seasons consisting of 150 episodes.
The series Diriliş: Ertuğrul starts with the Kayi tribe forced to migrate to a new settlement, where Ertuğrul must navigate the political landscape, protect his tribe, and fight for their survival. Ertuğrul faces many challenges along the way, including threats from the Byzantine Empire. The Turkish historical dizi series Diriliş: Ertuğrul (2014) showcases the early days of the Ottoman Empire and the events that led to its rise to power.What Do You Think?
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