Netflix Inc., the world's leading Internet television network, today announced a truly Turkish service, using local language, currency and adding dozens of Turkish TV shows and movies in addition to Netflix's acclaimed original programming, now starting at 15.99 TL per month. Netflix also signed an agreement with its first local telecommunications partner, mobile provider Vodafone, and is already working with Turkish TV manufacturer Vestel.
Netflix offers a new way of watching TV, giving its members the ability to enjoy TV series and films when, how and where they want with seamless, instant access across TVs, tablets, smartphones, game consoles and computers. Hollywood movies, top TV shows, Turkish titles, documentaries, independent films, stand-up comedy and a wide range of kids' titles are now available to watch instantly on
Netflix with already over 80% of the content dubbed or subtitled in Turkish.
Later in October
Netflix will also start a broad partnership with Vodafone in Turkey.
"Turkish people are great storytellers with their hugely popular and internationally recognized Turkish dramas and
Netflix aims to become one of its most vocal ambassadors" said Reed Hastings, co-founder and chief executive officer of Netflix. "We're delighted to offer a more localized
Netflix in Turkey that will continue to grow with both our
Netflix Original titles and licensed content from here and elsewhere."
Turkish Drama is one of the most loved genre globally and
Netflix has a strong slate of Turkish titles streaming in Turkey such as movies Güne?i Gördüm, Kelebe?in Rüyas?, Recep Ivedik 4 and Dü?ün Dernek 1 & 2 And TV series Leyla ile Mecnun, Suskunlar, Karaday?, Ezel, Kurt Seyit ve ?ura, Dirili? Ertu?rul, and Filinta.
For a single price,
Netflix members can enjoy a wide variety of series and films, from critically acclaimed
Netflix Original series to iconic U.S. and European films and series, plus documentaries and a wide range of programs for kids. New
Netflix Original series and films are made available around the world at the same time with all episodes available to watch whenever members please.
Netflix series now available with Turkish subtitles and dubbing include such global phenomena as House of Cards, Stranger Things, Narcos, Marvel's
DAREDEVIL and Jessica Jones, and The Get Down, award-winning documentaries Making a Murderer, Winter on Fire and Chef's Table, and original films such as Adam Sandler's The Do-Over and Ridiculous 6.
Upcoming Original series include Marvel's Luke Cage on Sept. 30, Gilmore Girls and The Crown as well as Original films True Memoirs of an International Assassin starring Kevin James, Christopher Guest's ensemble comedy Mascots, and
WAR MACHINE starring Brad Pitt.
Younger viewers will find a wide selection of Original programming for kids including Beat Bugs, Adventures of Puss in Boots, Project Mc2 and Puffin Rock.
Netflix provides a special section designed for kids to help them find appropriate programs and to give parents peace of mind. Also, there is never any advertising on Netflix.
In addition to
Netflix Originals, members in Turkey can enjoy previous full seasons of iconic American shows such as Suits, Gotham, Arrow, and
BREAKING BAD and UK series
SHERLOCK and Peaky Blinders. Hollywood and international feature films now available on
Netflix include The Hangover, Gravity, Inception, and The Dark Knight.
Netflix offers a great entertainment experience with many titles available in high-definition with Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 surround sound and some in Ultra HD 4K and HDR. Advanced recommendation technologies with up to five user profiles help members discover entertainment they'll love.
For mobile users,
Netflix offers cellular data controls to help better manage how much data members use when streaming on cellular networks, giving a greater choice whether there are on an unlimited mobile plan or one that's more restrictive. With fast.com - a simple-to-use website that helps people see how fast their Internet connection is, whether on mobile or broadband - we offer another tool that consumers can use for greater insight and control of their Internet service.
People in Turkey can try Netflix for free for one month by signing up atwww.netflix.com/tr.
Among the devices that support Netflix at launch in Turkey are:
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