Turkey’s Most-Watched Netflix and Prime Video Series & Films – Streaming Top 10 Rankings (September 22–28, 2025)

Introduction

Streaming services have become the beating heart of modern entertainment. No longer confined to TV schedules, audiences now shape trends with their clicks. Every week, Netflix and Prime Video reveal what’s being watched most and for Turkey, the results often blend local drama, international thrillers, and global hits.

The week of September 22–28, 2025 was especially fascinating. From emotional romances and fantasy adventures on Netflix Turkey to exclusive Turkish dramas on Prime Video, viewers had no shortage of choices. Meanwhile, the global charts showed an entirely different flavor, reminding us how varied audiences can be.

In this blog, we’ll dive deep into:

• Netflix Turkey’s top TV shows and films.
• Prime Video Turkey’s top-ranked titles.
• Global Netflix performance, including record-breaking viewership spikes.
• Cast highlights, fan reactions, and insights that explain why these titles are trending.
• What this says about streaming competition in Turkey and beyond.

Netflix Turkey’s Most-Watched TV Shows (Sep 22–28, 2025)

1. Platonik: Blue Moon Hotel

For the second straight week, Platonik: Blue Moon Hotel held onto the #1 spot. A romantic drama set in a seaside boutique hotel, the show blends nostalgia, love triangles, and secrets beneath the moonlight.

Cast & Crew: The series stars Demet Özdemir in a career-defining role alongside Burak Deniz. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Çağan Irmak, the show’s cinematic feel is one of its biggest selling points.

Fan Reaction: Social media is buzzing with clips under hashtags like #BlueMoonHotel and #PlatonikSeries, with TikTok edits gaining millions of views. Fans especially praise the chemistry between the leads.

Why It Works: Turkish audiences often lean toward emotional, character-driven dramas, and this one hits the sweet spot of romance and escapism.

2. Billionaires’ Bunker

The much-hyped thriller created by the La Casa de Papel team climbed to #2 in Turkey. The show follows a group of tech billionaires who retreat into an underground luxury bunker during a global crisis — but greed and paranoia quickly turn survival into betrayal.

• Cast & Crew: The ensemble includes Spanish star Álvaro Morte and Turkish actor Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, giving it cross-market appeal.
• Global Spike: Beyond Turkey, it surged globally with a 177% rise in viewing hours, hitting 75.6 million hours watched.
• Cultural Impact: The show taps into ongoing discussions about wealth inequality, prepping culture, and dystopian futures. Turkish viewers on Twitter compared it to both Money Heist and Squid Game.

3. Alice in Borderland (Season 3)

The Japanese survival thriller returned with its third season, debuting at #3 in Turkey.

• Plot: Continuing the high-stakes “game of survival,” season three raises the bar with deadlier challenges and shocking character arcs.
• Fanbase: The show has a cult following in Turkey, where anime and J-drama communities have long embraced cross-Asian storytelling.
• Buzz: Reddit and Instagram fan pages praised the visuals and emotional depth, though some criticized pacing in the new season.

Netflix Turkey’s Most-Watched Movies

1. She Said Maybe (Evet, Hayır, Belki)

A German-Turkish romantic comedy that skyrocketed two spots to claim #1.

• Why Popular: Cross-cultural love stories have always performed well in Turkey, as they resonate with real-world diaspora dynamics.
• Story: A Turkish exchange student in Berlin navigates love, language barriers, and family expectations.
• Local Angle: Turkish diaspora communities celebrated the film for its relatability and humor.

2. The Woman King (Kadın Kral)

After a 20,000-ticket box office run in Turkey, the Viola Davis-led historical epic stormed onto Netflix, debuting at #2.

• Cultural Significance: Turkish critics praised its themes of empowerment, even as debates sparked online about historical accuracy.
• Performance: Its quick jump into the top-3 reflects Turkey’s openness to Hollywood epics with strong female leads.

3. Seventh Son (Yedinci Oğul)

Joseph Delaney’s fantasy adaptation gained momentum, climbing three spots in its second week.

• Trend: Fantasy has a smaller but dedicated following in Turkey.
• Cast Note: Jeff Bridges and Ben Barnes bring global star power, while the medieval aesthetics attracted Turkish historical-drama fans.

Netflix Global Standouts

Globally, Netflix’s charts told another story.

• Billionaires’ Bunker became the undisputed global leader, with 75.6 million hours viewed. Critics called it “the new Money Heist.”
• KPop Demon Hunters, an adult animated feature, topped the global film chart again with 32.2 million hours viewed. Anime-inspired content continues to outperform expectations worldwide.

Prime Video Turkey: Top Shows

1. Eşref Rüya (Dream of Eşref)

Prime Video’s crown jewel in Turkey, Eşref Rüya’s second season remained #1 for the second week.

• Story: A multigenerational drama mixing politics, family secrets, and romance.
• Star Power: Featuring Engin Akyürek and Beren Saat, the show blends A-list actors with a cinematic narrative.
• Reception: Fans lauded its nuanced portrayal of power struggles and its emotional cliffhangers.

2. Bahar

Exclusive to Prime Video, this heartwarming drama rose to #2.

• Plot: Centered on resilience and family ties, Bahar offers audiences something uplifting amid a sea of thrillers.
• Cultural Note: Turkish audiences praised the representation of women as central.

Final Thought

The week of September 22–28, 2025 showcased a dynamic landscape for streaming in Turkey. Netflix held strong with global hits and locally resonant romances, while Prime Video doubled down on Turkish exclusives that clearly struck a chord.

From Devrim Özkan dramas on TV to global thrillers like Billionaires’ Bunker, Turkish audiences are shaping streaming charts with eclectic tastes — a blend of tradition, globalism, and generational shifts.

As competition heats up between Netflix, Prime Video, and local platforms, one thing is certain: Turkey will remain a key battleground for streaming dominance in the years ahead.