The European Side
Avrupa Yakası
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About
The life and times of rather traditional Sutcuoglu family and their comedic struggles to adapt the high-profile contemporary life of Nisantasi.
Cast
Gazanfer Özcan
as Tahsin Sütçüoğlu
Gülse Birsel
as Aslı Sütçüoğlu
Engin Günaydın
as Burhan Altıntop
Ata Demirer
as Volkan Sütçüoğlu
Levent Üzümcü
as Cem Onaran
Rutkay Aziz
as Bülent Onaran
Suna Keskin
as Sedef Onaran
Şenay Gürler
as Fatoş Yıldız
Veysel Diker
as Tacettin Antepli
Yıldırım Öcek
as Saadettin Yerebakan
Yavuz Seçkin
as Sertaç Kırmızı
Hale Caneroğlu
as Yaprak İzmirli
Hasibe Eren
as Makbule Kıral
Sarp Apak
as Tanrıverdi Ekşioğulları
Şensel Uykal
as Hediye Aksoy
Binnur Kaya
as Şahika Koçarslanlı / Dilber Koçarslanlı
Celal Belgil
as Sabit Aksoy
Ececan Gümeci
as Nilay Aksoy
Hakan Yılmaz
as Osman Koçarslanlı
Ömür Arpacı
as Dursun Sarı
Seasons
Season 1
Aslı is now 30 years old and Aslı's mother İffet is trying to marry her off but Aslı does not like her mother's candidates. Aslı's biggest suitor is Tacettin, the son of a family friend, who thinks he is Aslı's betrothed after several attempts to ask for the girl's hand in marriage. Aslı is also in love with their new general manager Cem and his love is not unrequited. Volkan is also looking for ways to become famous and for this purpose he evaluates the projects of his best friend Sertaç. At the same time, he is trying to seduce Selin, who has entered Aslı's office as the boss's daughter. Yaprak, who likes Volkan's macho attitude very much, has also fallen in love with Volkan. Selin, who is jealous of Yaprak getting closer to Volkan, is also getting closer to Volkan day by day. The mother and father of the Sütçüoğlu family, İffet and Tahsin, are also not happy with these two bride candidates.
Season 2
Volkan tries to choose between Yaprak and Selin but remains undecided. On the other hand, Tacettin comes to ask for Aslı. Seeing this, Cem cannot stand Tacettin's insult and wants the girl. Tahsin Bey chooses Cem. Volkan finally decides to marry Selin. However, as a result of the mishaps that developed in the season finale, Volkan gives up on marrying Selin. In the meantime, a love affair begins between Volkan's ex-girlfriend Yaprak and Selin's ex-girlfriend Kubilay, while Volkan begins to climb the stairs of fame rapidly.
Season 3
The third season began airing on September 14, 2005 and ended on June 21, 2006. In the 3rd season, which consisted of 36 episodes, Aslı and Cem got married towards the end, Volkan was arrested for being a draft dodger and went to Trabzon to do his military service, and Burhan Altıntop, the new managing director of the magazine, moved into the lower floor of the Sütçüoğlu flat as a tenant.
Season 4
The fourth season was broadcast on September 13, 2006 and took a break on June 27, 2007. In this season, Makbule and Sacit, who came from Gaziantep, settled in the apartment next to the Sütçüoğlu residence, Fatoş and Tanrıverdi, who worked as a tea maker in the magazine office, started a love affair, Yaprak and Kubilay got married. A total of 38 episodes were shot in the fourth season and a break was taken at the 130th episode.
Season 5
The fifth season was broadcast on September 19, 2007 and ended on June 4, 2008 with its 162nd episode. A total of 32 episodes were produced in the 5th season and the relationships between Makbule and Burhan, Aslı and Osman, and Sacit and Şahika were discussed.
Season 6
The sixth season of the series was broadcasted on ATV on September 24, 2008. In the season where Binnur Kaya played two characters (Aunt Dilber and Sahika), Ifo went to Bursa. Aunt Dilber, who moved to the Sütçüoğlu apartment, started to get close to Mr. Tahsin. This continued until the death of Gazanfer Özcan, who played Uncle Tahsin. Therefore, Müşfik Kenter and Gönül Ülkü, who played the role of Makbule's mother and father, joined the cast. And Ata Demirer started to play two characters like Binnur Kaya. His other character is Azim. In the 6th season, Volkan's return from military service, the love between Sahika and Volkan, Burhan's escape from Makbule, and the relationship between Osman and Aslı are discussed. The series said goodbye to the screens in the 190th episode.
Episodes
Season 1
1. Bölüm
Aslı, who is fed up with living with her family, decides to move out. While searching for a new apartment, she runs into her brother Volkan, who is pretending to be a real estate agent. However, in reality, he is renting out homes by the hour as love nests to earn money for his dream of releasing a music album. Meanwhile, Aslı's parents have decided to marry her off to Tacettin, the son of their old summer house neighbors from Antep. On the night of the arranged proposal, chaos ensues when Aslı shows up dressed in punk attire! Elsewhere, the magazine's editor, Fatoş, gets Botox, which leaves her facial muscles paralyzed. Her constant bewildered and angry expression leads to misunderstandings and wreaks havoc on all her relationships. Amid all the chaos, Aslı unexpectedly meets the man of her dreams and falls in love!
2. Bölüm
Yaprak, the fashion editor of Avrupa Yakası, decides to host an art exhibition in the empty apartment where Aslı and Volkan plan to move. However, Volkan has his own secret plans for the same night. Meanwhile, scandalous model Gizem Deniz, set to be on the magazine's cover, causes drama by flirting with Selin's boyfriend. This leads to chaos during the photoshoot, and Gizem ends up injured. Aslı hires two interior designers to decorate the new apartment, but this friendship causes unexpected complications. At Yaprak's exhibition, Aslı is devastated when Cem, the magazine's new manager, attends with another woman, though the situation isn’t as it seems. As Istanbul's elite gathers for the exhibition, Volkan and his friends cause havoc, turning the glamorous party into pure chaos!
3. Bölüm
Aslı, Yaprak, and Fatoş decide to throw a henna night for their friend Elif, who is about to get married. When Volkan finds out that Selin is also invited to the party, he disguises himself as a woman and crashes the event in dramatic fashion! However, things take a turn for the worse when Şesu also shows up at the henna night, leading to chaos. Meanwhile, Aslı becomes intensely jealous upon hearing that Fatoş and Cem are going out to dinner, and the entire office begins to spy on them like detectives. As Aslı and Volkan are about to move into their new apartment next door, their relatives from Germany—Uncle İmdat, Aunt Azamet, and their son Adnan—arrive for a short stay. However, these strange and dangerous relatives have ulterior motives. Aslı and Volkan’s lives are about to be changed in ways they never imagined!
4. Bölüm
Volkan decides to enter a singing competition, but this must be kept secret from their father. Meanwhile, fed up with Aslı's lack of interest, Tacettin decides not to introduce Volkan to his producer relative. In response, Volkan creates a fake diary, pretending it belongs to Aslı, and fills it with pages expressing her secret love for Tacettin. After reading it, Tacettin becomes ecstatic and starts acting more "affectionately" towards Aslı, who is, of course, still fixated on Cem. Realizing she knows almost nothing about him, Aslı attempts to fill the gap by conducting a fake interview with Cem. Elsewhere, Fatoş begins dating a younger rock musician, but their schedules are completely mismatched. Sertaç advises Volkan that to succeed in the competition, he needs a tragic and interesting backstory. Volkan embraces the idea, adopting the persona of "Acılı Ayhan" and makes a big impression!
5. Bölüm
After Sertaç's brilliant idea, Volkan decides to get into the bootlegging business. The fact that a famous director plans to hold the premiere of his new movie at Aslı's house plays right into Volkan's hands. However, Volkan completely overlooks the "pirate mafia" factor. When he and Sertaç fall into the mafia’s hands and are forced to work for them, chaos ensues. Meanwhile, Aunt Azamet decides to give belly dancing lessons at home and convinces Mrs. İffet to join her. But the students who show up are not what they expected, and things quickly spiral out of control in this secret operation hidden from the father and Uncle İmdat. At the same time, Aslı begins to get to know Cem better and realizes they may not be as compatible as she originally thought.
6. Bölüm
Volkan discovers that famous record producer Celal Ağabey only signs singers who have performed live. With Sertaç's help, Volkan secures a gig at an exclusive high-society event. Meanwhile, Cem tells Aslı that she is too strict and boring, prompting her to prove him wrong by attending a late-night party where Cem will also be present. However, getting permission from her parents seems impossible. Volkan agrees to cover for her, but only on the condition that Aslı organizes a romantic dinner for him and Selin. When their parents unexpectedly show up at the dinner, chaos erupts. Elsewhere, Şesu pretends to be the magazine's fashion writer and starts dating fashion designer Müge. But his fake identity causes problems, and it turns out Müge has been lying about herself too. Volkan’s concert at the high-society event doesn’t go as planned, and when Selin and her friends show up, chaos ensues in Avrupa Yakası!
7. Bölüm
Tahsin Bey and İffet Hanım visit a doctor and decide to adopt a healthier lifestyle. They quit red meat and sweets, start exercising, and join an anti-aging program. Meanwhile, İffet invites the doctor, whom she thinks would be a good match for Aslı, to dinner. However, both this dinner and their new diet don’t go as well as expected for their health! Aslı, concerned about Volkan's deepening depression, finds him a psychologist. While Volkan starts feeling better after the sessions, there's something oddly off about the psychologist. Finally, Aslı decides to ask Cem out. Although her first attempts don’t go smoothly, she eventually succeeds. But…
8. Bölüm
Aslı discovers that Volkan's psychologist, Saadet, is actually an insane woman named Nadide! Unaware of this, Volkan spent the night with Nadide, and things take a strange turn when their parents unexpectedly arrive. Nadide introduces herself to them as Volkan's girlfriend and secretly plans to kill Aslı, whom she believes is conspiring with "hidden forces." When Yaprak also shows up at the house, things spiral out of control, and it becomes clear that this won’t be the last chaotic day with Nadide. Meanwhile, at the office, Selin's father, fed up with her laziness, removes her from her position as news director and cuts off her allowance. Selin is forced to do menial tasks alongside Şesu. Cem's girlfriend visits the office and makes an effort to befriend everyone, especially Aslı. But as always, Aslı, who despises any woman getting close to Cem, is in for a surprise!
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Stream The European Side online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated family and comedy series originally produced in Turkish and released in 2004, it's earned a solid 7.5/10 from 72 viewers worldwide.
About The European Side
The life and times of rather traditional Sutcuoglu family and their comedic struggles to adapt the high-profile contemporary life of Nisantasi. Across 6 seasons and 190 episodes, originally airing on atv.
The European Side Cast and Characters
The cast features Gazanfer Özcan (as Tahsin Sütçüoğlu), Gülse Birsel (as Aslı Sütçüoğlu), Engin Günaydın (as Burhan Altıntop), Ata Demirer (as Volkan Sütçüoğlu), and Levent Üzümcü (as Cem Onaran). Their performances are a major reason The European Side has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason The European Side keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy Turkish storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The European Side
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How many episodes does The European Side have?
The European Side has 190 episodes across 6 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The European Side good? What's the rating?
The European Side holds a 7.5/10 rating based on 72 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The European Side?
The main cast includes Gazanfer Özcan, Gülse Birsel, Engin Günaydın, and Ata Demirer, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The European Side available in Turkish?
Yes — The European Side was originally produced in Turkish and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The European Side released?
The European Side first aired in 2004.
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You can watch The European Side online for free on Bowood.TV. All 190 episodes across 6 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does The European Side have?
The European Side currently has 6 seasons and a total of 190 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The European Side about?
The life and times of rather traditional Sutcuoglu family and their comedic struggles to adapt the high-profile contemporary life of Nisantasi. It belongs to the Family, Comedy genres.
In which language is The European Side originally available?
The European Side was originally produced in TR. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original TR audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The European Side first released?
The European Side first premiered on February 11, 2004 (2004). The series has since concluded its run.
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