El Turco

This is fantastic international series with absolutely gripping plot which starts at frame one and finishes at last frame of episode qui ding plot to opening of potential season 2. Can Yaman has delivered master performance which glues you to the screen from get go. His portrayal of torment and pain leaves you breathless while on other side his performance in love scenes with Gloria are completely convincing. Greta Ferro delivers incredible heroin Gloria with complete conviction and Will Kemp and Kieran O'Reilley deliver stunning antagonists. The shout also goes to Magnus Samuelson and his performance as Gunther.... This is must watch and must season 2 project.

El Turco is a world-class series. Everything is great: the production, the script, the director and cameramen, I would like to especially mention the production designer Domenic Sika, the hairstylist Desiree Corridoni, and of course the magnificent international cast, which includes actors from 11 countries, I applaud everyone standing up!!! Absolutely all the actors played their hearts out. Bravo!!! Can Yaman appeared completely different, completely new and how good he is in the drama, how much work was put into the role of Balaban by Can to achieve the result that we see on the screen. Bravo!!!

El Turco is a masterpiece. The plot is very interesting and very intriguing, it reveals real historical events by personal stories, fights between christians and muslis, between goods and evil. Scenography, costumes and soundtrack are amazing.

The actors have been chosen perfectly .The most impressive thing is a performance of Can Yaman as Hasan Balaban. He deserves many prizes and glory.

The action is very intensive, I couldn't stop watching El Turco until the end. I cried, was so excited and I needed a time to recover from these so strong emotions. I'm looking forward to for season 2 and recommend to everyone to watch ElTurco.

For those who have studied the historical epic of reference, it is truly like being transported there, between magic, superstitions, poverty, heroic impulses and divisions between castes and peoples. The Ottoman Empire of that presses at the gates of Catholic Europe. The characters are all well characterized, they have their own little-big story to tell.... Hasan Balaban, rejected and unjustly accused, finds courage to redeem himself and take his place among the righteous. Glory is his cure for the wounds of the body and, above all, of the soul two strangers, two lost souls who find, in each other, their own.

El Turco offers a solid blend of historical fiction and action, with a storyline centered around a Turkish warrior's unexpected journey through 17th-century Europe.

Can Yaman delivers a grounded and physically commanding performance, bringing both emotional control and impressive stunt work to the role. His action and fight sequences are handled with precision and intensity, showcasing his physical capabilities and adding realism to the character's warrior identity.

Will Kemp stands out as the antagonist, bringing sharp precision and refined menace to his role. His charismatic yet threatening presence creates a strong contrast to Yaman's more restrained hero, and their onscreen rivalry drives much of the show's tension.

Greta Ferro provides emotional balance as Gloria, adding depth beyond a typical romantic subplot. Her character contributes meaningfully to the plot's moral complexity, making her a key part of the narrative.

The production design is a highlight - from the rural European settings to the detailed costume work, the show feels authentic and immersive. However, some story beats escalate too quickly, and a few episodes could benefit from more gradual pacing. Still, the overall arc remains engaging, especially for fans of period dramas with action and character-driven tension.