Get ready to be emotionally tossed around by A True Gentleman, the latest Turkish TV series set to debut on Netflix. Imagine this: gigolos who are charming but, somehow worse, a little damaged. Enter Saygın – our smooth-talking hero who works as a gigolo for rich women. But don't be fooled, in case you are, by those dashing looks: a lot is going on behind that surface.
This is a romantic comedy of self-discovery by Deniz Madanoğlu, directed by Onur Bilgetay. Confirmed bachelor Saygin's life is going exactly as planned until he meets Nehir. So, what happens when his laid-back plans collide with this sweet and naive creature? Will he keep enjoying himself as a gigolo, or will he find real happiness is a bit trickier than a charming wink?
With a great cast (think: Çagatay Ulusoy and Ebru Şahin); A True Gentleman will be a treat to your senses. Be ready to jump into a love story where things are not exactly straightforward, to say the least.
When will Netflix's A True Gentleman be released?
Mark the date: A True Gentleman is coming to Netflix on September 26, 2024. It will join a slate of international films released on the platform this year. According to Gadgets 360, it'll run for 1 hour and 50 minutes: ideal for a movie night in.
Netflix typically releases new content at midnight Pacific Time (PT) on release day, so here's a table based on a September 26, 2024 release date:
What is the plot of A True Gentleman?
It tells the story of Saygın, a male escort in Istanbul who helps wealthy women with their needs. Everything in his life takes a twist when he gets to know Nehir, a young and innocent woman who makes him think again about what he knows about love and happiness.
The official logline, shared by India Times, describes Saygın as someone who:
“Gives women the emotional fulfillment they long for, but his own happiness becomes a pressing question.”
However, Saygin's inner turmoil is what drives the movie. The more he falls for Nehir, the more he starts questioning his job and the life he's built.
A tug-of-war between what he feels he should do and what he wants to do paired with spliced private drama and action, makes for an intense story.
Cast members of A True Gentleman and the characters they play
The cast is headed by Çagatay Ulusoy, who takes on the role of Saygın, the male escort protagonist. Ulusoy is a big name in Turkish cinema and television, known for his delivery of emotion to the actors he portrays. This should be no different.
Directed by Onur Bilgetay and written by Deniz Madanoglu, the movie concentrates on the characters and dabbles into their lives. Ebru Sahin plays Nehir, the young woman who stirs up everything in Saygın's life. Sahin has a reputation in Turkish drama; she plays this character with innocence and strength.
Other cast members include:
- Haki Biçici
- Nazlı Bulum
- Senay Gürler
- Lale Basar
- Dilek Tora
- Didem Sökmen
Is there a trailer for A True Gentleman?
Yes, on September 13, 2024, Netflix released the official trailer of A True Gentleman. At 1 minute and 47 seconds long, it gives us a look into Saygın's two worlds: charming escort and passionate emotional rollercoaster he would experience once he's going to fall in love.
Social media was rocking with excitement as fans loved the visual design and the lead actor's snippets. If you haven't checked it out yet, head over to Netflix’s official YouTube channel.
You can catch the movie on Netflix starting September 26, 2024.
