The Protector
Turkish man unravels mystical secrets in Istanbul
About The Protector
Released: 2018
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 4 Seasons
Cast
Ça?atay Ulusoy, Ayça Ay?in Turan, Hazar Ergüçlü, Okan Yalab?k, Funda Eryi?it, Mehmet Kurtulu?, Engin Öztürk, Yurdaer Okur, Çi?dem Sel???k Onat, Burçin Terzio?lu, Helin Kandemir, Taner Ölmez, Bige Önal, ?layda Ali?an, Emre Mutlu, Hasan Üner, Halit Özgür Sar?
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About
The Protector is a romantic TV show that premiered in 2018. It follows the story of Hakan Demir, a young shopkeeper in Istanbul, who discovers his ancient connection to a secret, mystical order tasked with protecting the city from an immortal enemy.
As Hakan embraces his destiny as the last protector, he must navigate his new world filled with dangerous enemies, ancient relics, and unexpected love interests.
Making / Production
The Protector is a Turkish television series created by Binnur Karaevli and produced by O3 Medya. It was released worldwide on Netflix, making it accessible to a global audience.
The show combines elements of romance, fantasy, and action, creating a unique blend of genres that has captivated viewers around the world.
Actors
- Cagatay Ulusoy as Hakan Demir - The protagonist and the last protector who must protect Istanbul from supernatural forces.
- Ayca Aysin Turan as Leyla Sancak - Hakan's love interest and loyal friend who helps him in his quest.
- Hazar Ergüçlü as Zeynep Erman - Hakan's adoptive sister who has her own secrets.
- Okan Yalabik as Faysal Erdem - The leader of the secret mystical order and Hakan's mentor.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The Protector is the first-ever Turkish Netflix original series.
- The show received positive reviews for its unique blend of genres and captivating storyline.
- The series combines Turkish mythology and modern-day Istanbul to create an intriguing backdrop for the story.
Awards
The Protector has been nominated for several awards, including Best TV Series at the Seoul International Drama Awards.
Quotes
- "I am the last protector of Istanbul. It is my duty to protect this city." - Hakan Demir
- "Love is my strength and my weakness." - Leyla Sancak
- "Sometimes destiny chooses the most unexpected people to save the world." - Faysal Erdem
Music / Soundtrack
- The soundtrack for The Protector features a mix of traditional Turkish music and contemporary tracks.
- Notable songs from the show include "Fleeting Love" by Yagiz Berk Uzbay and "Dem" by Siva Ozel.
- The music adds to the atmospheric and mystical nature of the series.
About The Protector
The Protector revolves around a young Turkish man who discovers his tie to a secret ancient order tasked with protecting Istanbul.
