Turkish Cinema, as it is commonly referred to in the country, began to develop in the early-to-mid-1900s. In comparison to other countries in the world, Turkey and its film industry may appear to be a bit of a laggard. However, this should not discourage viewers from enjoying best turkish movies on Netflix.
Since the 1950s, Turkey has been producing some of the highest quality films annually, and these films can now be viewed in the comfort of one’s own home through the streaming service Netflix. Therefore, we have compiled a list of the best Turkish movies available on Netflix that can be watched right now.
Miracle in Cell No.7
 | Miracle in Cell No.7 | |
| Genre Drama, Comedy | Runtime 2 Hours 7 Minutes | |
| Director Hwan-kyung Lee | 8.1/10 | |
| Cast Seung-ryong Ryu, Kal So-won, Dal-su Oh | ||
Miracle in Cell is a remake of the popular South Korean comedy-drama, “Miracle in Cell”. One of the few films on this list that has made it to the international market. The movie follows the daughter of a mentally handicapped father and her struggle to prove the innocence of her father after he is charged with murder.
The movie was watched by over 5.3m people, making it the #1 movie of 2019 in Turkey cinemas. The film was so well-received that it was Turkey’s entry into the Best International Feature Film category at the 90th Academy Awards.
Cici
 | Cici | |
| Genre Drama, Comedy | Runtime 161 minutes | |
| Rated R / 18+ | 8.4/10 | |
| Cast Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Al Pacino, Kurt Russell | ||
Cici, which translates to ‘beautiful’ or ‘nice’ in Turkish, is an intense and emotional drama that shows the true nature of what family is to the people of Turkey. The story follows a family that moves away from a rural Turkish village to seek a better life in the city after the death of one of their members.
After 30 years, they find themselves back in the village they fled years ago, and the old feelings and emotions of the past start to resurface. A captivating story and outstanding performances from the entire cast make ‘Cici’ one of the top Turkish films to watch on Netflix.
My Mother’s Wound
 | My Mother’s Wound | |
| Genre Drama, Mystery, War | Runtime 2 Hours | |
| Director Ozan Açiktan | 7.3/10 | |
| Cast Ozan Güven, Meryem Uzerli, Belçim Bilgin | ||
My Mother’s Wound is an emotional drama that focuses on the lives of the Bosnians living during the war, especially the story of Salih, an orphaned 18-year-old. Salih sets off on a journey to find his parents, but as he does so, he uncovers some intriguing information that will lead him on a path of vengeance.
He pretends to be a job seeker while on his journey and finds employment on a farm, where he learns to love the life he has created for himself. The performance of the Turkish-born actor Bora Akkas as Salih is outstanding, and when combined with the powerful story, the characters, and the stunning cinematography, you have a truly remarkable film.
The Miracle
 | The Miracle | |
| Genre Drama, Comedy | Runtime 1 Hour 30 Minutes | |
| Director Thaddeus O’Sullivan | 6.5/10 | |
| Cast Laura Linney, Kathy Bates, Maggie Smith | ||
If you are looking for a film that will open your eyes to a new side of Turkey, then The Miracle might be just what you are looking for. The film is set in the 1960s and portrays the life of a school teacher in a rural Kurdish village.
After a long trek over two mountains to get to the village, the teacher is surprised to find out that the village doesn’t even have a school. However, he forms an unlikely friendship with a disabled local, and together they construct a small building that serves as a school. The Miracle is often called a Turkish masterpiece by its director, Mahsun Kural, and for good reason.
Don’t Leave
 | Don’t Leave | |
| Genre Drama, Romance | Runtime 1 Hour 47 Minutes | |
| Director Ozan Açiktan | 5.2/10 | |
| Cast urak Deniz, Dilan Çiçek Deniz, Ceyda Düvenci | ||
The story of Semih is a familiar one to many, as he goes through the ups and downs of a sudden breakup that leaves him in a state of shock. There were no red flags, no signs of cheating, just a cold end to what he thought was a beautiful, growing relationship.
He is sent on a journey to find answers, all while dealing with the consequences of his everyday life. The story of Semih shines a light on what can happen to those unlucky enough to find themselves in Semih’s shoes, and how feelings can take precedence over any rational thought.
Grudge
 | Grudge | |
| Genre Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller | Runtime 1 Hour 45 Minutes | |
| Director Turkan Derya | 5.5/10 | |
| Cast Yilmaz Erdogan, Ahmet Mümtaz Taylan, Cem Yigit Uzümoglu | ||
Grudge is the first of the first thrillers on this list. It’s a fast-paced and suspenseful film that will keep you glued to your seat. After capturing and apprehending a criminal gang in Istanbul, a respected police chief is about to be promoted.
But before he can do so, he gets caught up in a mysterious conspiracy that involves one of his old cases. Grudge has a unique story that makes it stand out from other Turkish-made thrillers. The acting is amazing, and you won’t want to turn it off early. And the ending is the icing on the cake!
In Good Hands
 | In Good Hands | |
| Genre Comedy, Drama, Romance | Runtime 1 Hour 54 Minutes | |
| Director Ketche | 5.7/10 | |
| Cast Asli Enver, Kaan Urgancioglu, Mert Ege Ak | ||
If you’re looking for a movie that sums up what Turkish cinema is all about, you’ve come to the right place. In Good Hands captures all the emotions you want to feel when watching a romantic drama, and it’s no wonder why the Turks love it so much! Melissa has been diagnosed with terminal cancer, and her life expectancy has just gone up by five months.
As she struggles to accept this news, she meets Firat, a bachelor who may have the skills to take care of her son when she passes. It’s an interesting and meaningful movie that will definitely tug at your heartstrings.
My Father’s Violin
 | My Father’s Violin | |
| Genre Drama | Runtime 1 Hour 52 Minutes | |
| Director Andaç Haznedaroglu | 6.4/10 | |
| Cast Engin Altan Düzyatan, Belçim Bilgin, Gülizar Nisa Uray | ||
Music is one of the most powerful forces in the world. It unites people from all walks of life, from all faiths, and even from far away from home. My Father’s Violin tells the story of a concert conductor in Turkey who meets his little orphaned niece.
They form a strong bond through music, and social services try to separate them, but love wins out. The simple yet powerful story will make you feel all kinds of things, and the classic scores put together for this movie are an absolute delight to listen to. It’s a true story that’s perfect for a light-hearted watch.
Vizontele
 | Vizontele | |
| Genre Drama, Comedy | Runtime 1 Hour 50 Minutes | |
| Director Yilmaz Erdogan, Ömer Faruk Sorak | 8.0/10 | |
| Cast Yilmaz Erdogan, Demet Akbag, Altan Erkekli | ||
Vizontele is one of the oldest movies on our list. It reminds us of what it used to be like to own and watch our own TV. It’s a classic Turkish film directed by renowned Turkish director Yilmaz Erdogan. You may think it’s as boring as the plot, but you won’t want to miss it if you get the chance. In Gevas, a small town in Turkey, no one has ever seen a television before.
When the town mayor is the first one to own a TV set, chaos breaks out. It’s a funny film with a great cast that is simple and pure. It broke almost all of the Turkish box office records at the time, and it’s probably one of the greatest films to have come out of Turkey.
G.O.R.A
 | G.O.R.A | |
| Genre Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi | Runtime 2 Hours 7 Minutes | |
| Director Ömer Faruk Sorak | 8.0/10 | |
| Cast Cem Yilmaz, Özge Özberk, Ozan Güven | ||
There aren’t many Turkish sci-fi movies out there, but of those, G. O. R. A might just be the best of the period. It’s a sci-fi-comedy mash-up, following the adventures of Arif (played by Yusef Ozturk), a carpet salesman and fake UFO photographer who is taken to the alien world of G. O.R. A.
When the planet is about to be wiped out by a meteorite, Arif finds himself at the center of the alien invaders’ escape plan. A well-written script and entertaining scenes keep the film fresh, and the acting in the movie is second to none, with Cem Yildmaz and others in top form.
Wrapping it up!
To sum up, Turkish cinema has made a lot of progress since its beginnings in the early 20th century. In the past, the film industry in Turkey was considered to be one of the worst in the world compared to other countries. However, over the years, Turkey has produced many world-class films. Many of them are now available on streaming services such as Netflix.
