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Broadcast Pro
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
StarzPlay premieres historical drama ‘El Turco' starring Can Yaman
The six-episode series features a starry cast of actors from nine countries, combining history, action-adventure and romance. SVOD platform StarzPlay has launched the exclusive Middle East and North Africa (MENA) premiere of El Turco, a six-episode period drama starring Turkish actor Can Yaman. Inspired by real events, El Turco tells the story of Balaban Hasan, an Ottoman Janissary portrayed by Yaman, who is wounded and separated from his army following the 17th-century Siege of Vienna. Stranded in a quiet Italian village, Hasan hides under the guise of a local craftsman. But a life-altering revelation soon propels him into a turbulent path of rebellion, mystery and heroism. The series is a production of Turkish powerhouse Ay Yapim and showcases a multinational cast from nine countries. It is penned by Kerem Deren and Çişil Hazal Tenim, directed by Uluç Bayraktar (Ten Days of a Bad Man), with production design by Domenico Sica (Wonder Woman) and costumes by Carlo Poggioli (The New Pope). While El Turco is streaming exclusively on StarzPlay in MENA, its global rollout is already generating international buzz. It premiered on Voyo in Romania, IVI in Russia, and Globoplay in Brazil, with additional launches on Teleonce in Honduras and Gaın in Turkey on April 2.
Al Bawaba
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Can Yaman ‘El Turco' sets global premiere dates
ALBAWABA - Can Yaman El Turco sets global release dates and premieres soon. Madd Entertainment, located in Istanbul, published the international trailer for the highly anticipated English-language drama 'El Turco,' starring Turkish megastar Can Yaman. This six-episode series weaves history, action-adventure, and romance around a famous Ottoman person who represents Turkey and the West. 'El Turco' will premiere on Voyo in Romania, IVI in Russia, and Globoplay in Brazil on March 21, 2025. Mediaset Infinity will play a ten-minute preview today in Italy, while Canale 5 will air the whole series on March 27. The show will premiere in Honduras on Teleonce on March 23 and in Turkey on Gaín on April 2. Starz is set to arrive in MENA on April 18. Yaman plays 17th-century Ottoman soldier Hasan Balaban in 'El Turco,' an intriguing and astonishing story. Balaban arrived in Moena, 200 kilometers from the battlefront, after being severely injured during the Turkish army's 1683 effort to seize Vienna. The locals called him 'El Turco' for leading a rebellion against draconian tax regulations, making him a local hero. In a panel at the Mipcom TV market last October, Can Yaman said, 'Now, Moena is a ski resort, but many people there still feel Turkish.' He loves the character and tale. Turkish week brings out Turkish flags and a statue of a hero. "When you see that, you are so impressed," he said of the strange history. The event occurred in Italy, where I lived, and involved an Ottoman Empire hero. The script intrigued me when I first read it.' canyaman Instagram profile Ay Yapim, a famous Turkish production studio, produced this complex project. The film showcases global talent with a diverse ensemble from nine countries, including Will Kemp, Greta Ferro, David Nykl, Kieran O'Reilly, Veronica Ferres, and Maddalena Aragão, who play key roles alongside Yaman. The series was written by experienced writers Kerem Deren and Çişil Hazal Tenim and directed by Uluç Bayraktar, known for his storytelling excellence in 'Ten Days of a Bad Man.' Production designer Domenico Sica, known for 'Wonder Woman,' and costume designer Carlo Poggioli, known for 'The New Pope,' boost 'El Turco''s visual appeal. With such a talented crew behind "El Turco," we expect the series to entertain and explore the dual heritage of historical narratives. The series intends to bring to light Turkey and Italy's unique ties via conflict, heroism, and community as it launches throughout areas. The earliest playdates show an organized method to reach worldwide audiences, building anticipation for each release. We are still finalizing the entire international airing of this historical drama, but audiences are excited to witness the unfolding of distinct stories and various views. In its unique storyline about the connected destiny of numerous nations against the backdrop of history, 'El Turco' will examine identity and cultural bridges. The Legacy of Hasan Balaban, who went from soldier to popular local character, is the focus of a fascinating documentary that entertains and makes viewers think about historical legacies.
