Bir Zamanlar Istanbul: A Tale of Justice and Struggle

Set against the dark and turbulent backdrop of 1990s Istanbul, Bir Zamanlar İstanbul tells the gripping story of two young individuals whose fates intertwine in their relentless fight for justice. The series delves into themes of power, corruption, and the unyielding pursuit of truth, offering a thrilling narrative that captivates audiences from the very first episode.

Plot: A Battle Between Justice and Revenge

Ali and Seher come from different worlds, yet their lives collide in a debate competition at university—an encounter that marks the beginning of an intense and transformative journey.

• Ali is a young man torn between vengeance and justice after a brutal attack on his family.

• Seher, a passionate law student, fights for social justice and truth, believing in the power of the legal system to bring change.
  
  

As they navigate the treacherous streets of Istanbul, their paths cross once again in a relentless battle against crime, corruption, and an unjust system. But in a world where powerful forces rule, standing up for what is right comes with a price. Every step they take brings them closer to danger, testing their resilience, courage, and unwavering commitment to justice.

Will they succeed in bringing justice to a city ruled by darkness, or will they become victims of the very system they seek to change?

Cast & Characters

This high-stakes drama boasts a star-studded cast, bringing its intense characters to life:

• Cihangir Ceyhan as Ali

• Alina Boz as Seher

• Hüseyin Avni Danyal as Çetin

• Murat Daltaban as Kenan

• Deniz Celiloğlu as Emin

• Kaan Taşaner as Gökhan

• Şebnem Dönmez as Nermin

• Didem Balçın as Fidan

• Özge Özder as Jale

• İpek Karapınar as Özlem

• Mirza Bahattin Doğan as Külhan

• Ümit Kantarcılar as Ogün

• Serdar Özel as Celal
  
  

When and Where to Watch?

• Channel: TRT 1

• Airing Day: Every Friday

• Premiere Date: February 7, 2025

• Streaming: Available on TRT’s digital platform, tabii, after its TV broadcast