Resurrection: Ertugrul (2014–2019)
Resurrection: Ertugrul is a Turkish historical, action series broadcast on TRT 1, first aired in 2014–2019. In 13th-century Anatolia, Kayi leader Ertugrul Bey searches for a new homeland while confronting political, military and internal threats. The series combines a historical setting with fictional adventure and drama.
Resurrection: Ertugrul cast: Engin Altan Düzyatan (Ertuğrul), Hülya Darcan (Hayme Ana), Cengiz Coşkun (Turgut Alp), Nurettin Sönmez (Bamsı Beyrek), Celal Al (Abdurrahman), Edip Zeydan (Dumrul Alp).
Detailed content was compiled from sources with AI; pending editorial review. Editor: Uğur Arı.
Plot
Resurrection: Ertugrul follows the Kayi tribe’s search for a secure homeland in 13th-century Anatolia and Ertugrul Bey’s rise as its leader. After rescuing Halime and her family, Ertugrul becomes involved in conflicts involving the Seljuks, Crusader and Templar forces, Byzantine frontier powers, rival Turkoman leaders and Mongol commanders. Across five seasons, the series explores migration, family loyalty, betrayal, justice, political independence and Ertugrul’s family, including his son Osman. The historical setting does not mean that every event or relationship in the drama is historically documented.
Origins of the story
Adaptation status
No verified source work such as a novel, story, film, series, play or memoir was identified in the reviewed sources. The series is presented as a historical-period drama rather than a confirmed adaptation.
Connection to reality
The series uses Ertugrul Bey, the Kayi tribe and 13th-century Anatolia as its historical framework, while academic commentary identifies a substantial combination of historical material and fictional drama.
Iconic filming locations
The story setting and the real filming site are identified separately.
Bozdağ Film Platoları
Riva, Beykoz · İstanbul · Türkiye
- Use in filming
- Filming plateau for Diriliş Ertuğrul
- Place represented in the story
- Not explicitly stated in the sources
- Scenes and context
- The production company’s plateau website identifies the site as a filming location for Diriliş Ertuğrul.
Riva exterior set
Riva, Beykoz · İstanbul · Türkiye
- Use in filming
- Exterior scenes and the camp plateau
- Place represented in the story
- The Kayı camp and other historical fictional surroundings
- Scenes and context
- A 2015 interview with the producer states that a camp set was built on land leased from Galatasaray Sports Club in Riva and that exterior filming took place there.
Beykoz Kundura Fabrikası
Beykoz · İstanbul · Türkiye
- Use in filming
- Interior scenes and constructed plateau sets
- Place represented in the story
- Aleppo, the Aleppo Palace, fortress interiors, dungeons and other historical interiors
- Scenes and context
- Sources state that Aleppo and various palace, fortress, dungeon, bazaar and tent interiors were constructed in the covered and open areas.
Riva Black Sea coast
Riva, Beykoz · İstanbul · Türkiye
- Use in filming
- Exterior scenes and natural-environment filming
- Place represented in the story
- Not explicitly stated in the sources
- Scenes and context
- A producer interview lists Riva among the series’ exterior filming areas.
Ağva
Ağva, Şile · İstanbul · Türkiye
- Use in filming
- Exterior scenes and natural-environment filming
- Place represented in the story
- Not explicitly stated in the sources
- Scenes and context
- A producer interview lists Ağva among the series’ exterior filming locations; no specific street or structure is identified.
Hacılı
Hacılı, Şile · İstanbul · Türkiye
- Use in filming
- Exterior scenes and natural-environment filming
- Place represented in the story
- Not explicitly stated in the sources
- Scenes and context
- A producer interview lists Hacılı among the series’ exterior filming locations; no specific street or structure is identified.
Location details were compiled from sources with AI assistance and are pending editorial review.
Trailer
Details
- Year
- 2014–2019
- Channel
- TRT 1
- Genre
- historical, action
- Seasons
- 5
- Episodes
- 150
- Rating
- 7.9
Cast
Character Map
Hero
- ↳ Halime Hatun — spouse
- ↳ Hayme Ana — parent
- ↳ Suleyman Shah — parent
- ↳ Gundogdu — sibling
- ↳ Turgut Alp — friend
- ↳ Bamsi Beyrek — friend
- ↳ Dogan Alp — friend
- ↳ Noyan — enemy
- ↳ Osman — parent
- ↳ Ibn Arabi — friend
Antagonist
Supporting
- ↳ Selcan Hatun — spouse
What's in this series?
13th-Century Anatolia and the Historical Framework
The series presents Ertugrul Bey’s struggle to establish a homeland in Anatolia and the challenges faced by the Kayi tribe. Academic commentary also emphasizes that the drama combines a historical framework with fictional events and expanded character relationships.
Production and Screenwriting Context
The project design, production and screenwriting are associated with Mehmet Bozdağ; Metin Günay directed the series, and Tekden Film produced it for TRT 1.
The Tension Between History and Fiction
Academic discussion treats the series as a period drama that uses historical figures and settings within a fictional adventure structure. It should therefore not be used as a complete historical record.
International Circulation and Cultural Impact
A TRT World Research Centre study discusses the series within the internationalization of Turkish television and debates about cultural diplomacy and regional cultural influence.
Frequently asked questions
How many episodes is Resurrection: Ertugrul?
Resurrection: Ertugrul has 150 episodes across 5 seasons.
When did Resurrection: Ertugrul air?
Resurrection: Ertugrul first aired in 2014–2019 on TRT 1.
Who is in the cast of Resurrection: Ertugrul?
The main cast includes Engin Altan Düzyatan (Ertuğrul), Hülya Darcan (Hayme Ana), Cengiz Coşkun (Turgut Alp), Nurettin Sönmez (Bamsı Beyrek), Celal Al (Abdurrahman), Edip Zeydan (Dumrul Alp).
Sources
- Diriliş 'Ertuğrul' — TRT 1
- Diriliş 'Ertuğrul' 1. Bölüm — TRT 1
- Diriliş 'Ertuğrul' bölüm arşivi — TRT 1
- Diriliş 'Ertuğrul' Oyuncuları — TRT 1
- Diriliş'ten Kitap Kampanyası! — TRT 1
- Diriliş 'Ertuğrul' — tabii
- Bölümümüz Mezunlarından Diriliş Ertuğrul Dizi Yapımcısı ile Röportaj — Sakarya Üniversitesi Tarih Bölümü
- Diriliş Ertuğrul üzerine akademik değerlendirme — Millî Folklor
- The Lasting Appeal of Turkish Entertainment — TRT World Research Centre
- 'Game of Thrones'tan daha iyi projeler çıkaracak gücümüz var' — Anadolu Ajansı
- Resurrection: Ertugrul — IMDb
- Resurrection: Ertugrul — Hain Kim? — IMDb
