Valley of the Wolves (2003)

One of Turkey's most iconic and influential dramas, Valley of the Wolves follows Polat Alemdar, an undercover agent who infiltrates Istanbul's most dangerous crime organisation after years of preparation. Combining organised crime, covert operations and sharp political commentary, the series fearlessly tackles Turkey's shadowy relationship between the state, the mafia and power — and became a cultural phenomenon that spawned multiple films and spin-offs.

Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama, War & Politics, Crime

What to watch after Valley of the Wolves

• Last Summer (2021) — Same feel: dramatic, serious
• Under the Trees (2005)
• Behzat Ç: An Ankara Detective Story (2010) — Two steps away in the credits
• Uyanis: Büyük Selcuklu (2020) — Gürkan Uygun appears in both
• Resurrection: Ertugrul (2014)
• Insider (2016) — Same feel: dramatic, serious