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Movie

Bir Zamanlar Anadolu'da

  • Drama
  • Crime
Confirmed2011-09-237.57.6Trakt

A group of men lead a search for a victim of a murder to whom a suspect named Kenan and his mentally challenged brother confessed. However, the search is proving more difficult than expected as Kenan is fuzzy as to the body's location. As the group continues looking and the night begins dragging on, its members can't help but chat with each other about everyday life, as the conversations turn more and more serious, revealing their deeper secrets and profound stories.

Once Upon a Time in Anatolia is a 2011 Turkish drama-crime film that follows a nightlong search for a murder victim led by police and a confessed suspect. As the group travels through the Anatolian landscape searching for a body, their conversations gradually shift from mundane chatter to deeply personal revelations that expose hidden secrets and complex human truths.

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Streaming availability in United States

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Not available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.

Available in: Australia · France · United Kingdom · GG · Ireland · Italy · +3 more

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Available to stream in Turkey— but not in United States.

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In cinemas

Theatrical release in United States

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In cinemas
2011-09-23

No date confirmed for United States yet · Earliest worldwide: Wide release in Turkey

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FAQ

Once Upon a Time in Anatolia — frequently asked

When was Once Upon a Time in Anatolia released?

The film was released on September 23, 2011.

What is the main plot of Once Upon a Time in Anatolia?

The story follows a group of men, including police and a murder suspect named Kenan, searching through the night for the body of a murder victim. As the physical search drags on with Kenan unable to clearly remember the burial location, the men engage in conversations that gradually reveal their personal struggles and deeper secrets.

Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in Anatolia?

The film is available on various streaming platforms and for purchase through digital retailers; availability varies by region.

Is this a Turkish film?

Yes, Once Upon a Time in Anatolia is a Turkish drama-crime film directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan.

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