Kuruluş: Osman — the enthralling Turkish historical drama — continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its vivid retelling of Osman I’s formation of the Ottoman Empire. Premiering on November 20, 2019, on ATV, the series picks up where Diriliş: Ertuğrul left off, following the fierce and resolute Osman Ghazi in his relentless quest to establish a sovereign Turkish state (Wikipedia).
Spanning six seasons and over 190 episodes, the drama paints a sprawling narrative of Osman’s battles against the Byzantine Empire, the Mongol Ilkhanate, and internal traitors while striving to unite the Kayı tribe and cement his authority (Wikipedia). Season 1 (2019–2020) sets the stage with Osman navigating treacherous political currents, confronting deceptive foes like Alişar and Sofia of Kulucahisar—and ultimately winning both victory and love when he marries Bala Hatun (Wikipedia, Moviefone). The saga continues through Season 5 (2023–2024) and culminates in Season 6 (2024–2025), each filled with gripping developments in Osman’s reign (Wikipedia).
Produced by Bozdağ Film under the creative helm of Mehmet Bozdağ, the series is helmed by talented actors such as Burak Özçivit (Osman Bey), Özge Törer (Bala Hatun), and Yıldız Çağrı Atiksoy (Malhun Hatun) (Wikipedia, The Ottoman Wiki). Lavish production values further elevate the series: elaborate sets in Riva, Istanbul, including castles, mosques, baths, and even an 800-meter artificial lake, brought the medieval world to vibrant life, with a massive behind-the-scenes effort of 60 carpentry teams and 1,500 workers (Wikipedia).
The acclaim has been both local and global. In Turkey, Kuruluş: Osman consistently dominates viewership charts. On the awards circuit, the show has amassed numerous honors—including the 2020 Venice TV Award for “Best Series,” multiple acting awards for Burak Özçivit and Özge Törer, and accolades from Crystal Globe, Media Oscar, and various Turkish and international award bodies (Wikipedia, Wikipedia). Internationally, it has been sold to over 65 countries and translated into more than 25 languages—impressive reach that rivals major global productions (Wikipedia).
In essence, Kuruluş: Osman combines historical legacy, emotional drama, and cinematic spectacle. With page-turning storylines that explore themes of leadership, loyalty, faith, and sacrifice—as Osman emerges from the shadows of his father’s legacy to define a dynasty of his own—the series has firmly established itself as a cornerstone of modern Turkish television.
External Links for More Insights:
- Wikipedia – Kuruluş: Osman: Provides series overview, episode list, plot, cast, and production details.
- Wikipedia – Season 6: Offers specifics on the latest season’s release and production team.
- Wikipedia – Awards and Nominations: Detailed breakdown of all major recognitions through 2025.
- Wikipedia – Osman I: Historical context of the real figure behind the central character of the series.