Abandoned Man: What’s the Gripping New Turkish Film on Netflix About?

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By: Jessica Morrison


Experience drama and a quest for redemption in “The Forsaken Man,” a Turkish film now streaming on Netflix.

Continuing its mission to showcase compelling stories from around the globe, Netflix released “The Forsaken Man” on August 22. This Turkish film, directed by Çagri Vila Lostuvali, a well-known television series director in Turkey, features a screenplay by Deniz Madanoglu, whose series “The Innocents” received critical acclaim. The film is also directed by Murat Uyurkulak, a novelist with several works already on Netflix, including “Kübra” and “Yakamoz S-245.” The movie is produced by Onur Güvenatam of OGM Pictures, a studio known for its recent Turkish dramatic hits like “The Path of the Olive.”

The cast includes Mert Ramazan Demir (“Golden Boy, Shahmaran”) portraying a broken man falsely accused of a crime he did not commit. Alongside him is young actress Ada Erma, who plays his niece, a pivotal character in his path to recovery. The cast is rounded out by other Turkish actors such as Rahim Can Kapkap, Ercan Kemal, and Burcu Çavrar.

What is the Plot of “The Forsaken Man”?

Baran, a man scarred by a painful romantic past and time served in prison for a crime committed by his brother, struggles to rebuild his life. His dreams of opening a workshop, a tragic accident that impacts his family, and the bond he forms with his niece, Lidya, gradually help him rebuild himself. Fighting for both her future and his own, he manages to heal his wounds and rediscover purpose in his life.

Who are the Actors in “The Forsaken Man”?

  • Mert Ramazan Demir: Baran
  • Ada Erma: Lidya
  • Rahim Can Kapkap
  • Ercan Kemal
  • Burcu Çavrar
  • Edip Tepeli

Where to Watch “The Forsaken Man” Streaming?

To watch “The Forsaken Man,” available since August 22, 2025, you need to subscribe to Netflix. Access to this streaming platform comes with various subscription options: a Standard with Ads plan costing $7.99 per month, a Standard plan (ad-free with two simultaneous screens) at $14.99 per month, and a $21.99 per month plan (ad-free with four simultaneous screens).

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