The availability of the historical drama series, Dirili: Erturul, through the streaming platform Netflix, significantly broadened its accessibility to a global audience. This Turkish television series, centered around the life of Erturul Gazi, a 13th-century Oghuz Turk warrior and the father of Osman I, the founder of the Ottoman Empire, gained considerable international viewership thanks to its presence on the service.
The series’ widespread streaming availability led to increased awareness of Ottoman history and Turkish culture. By being readily available on a major streaming platform, the show overcame geographical barriers and language limitations, with numerous subtitles and dubbing options offered. This facilitated its reception and appreciation across diverse cultural backgrounds, fostering greater cross-cultural understanding and sparking interest in Ottoman history and related academic studies.
