Elif (2014)
A beloved Turkish family drama following a resilient young girl navigating secrets, class divides, and the meaning of belonging.
Elif - Series Information
- Original Title: Elif
- First Air Year: 2014
- Last Air Year: 2019
- Created by: Green Yapım
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Family, Soap
- Content Rating (US): NR
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (60 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 5
- Number of Episodes: 1,137
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Turkish
- Spoken Languages: Turkish
- First Air Date: September 15, 2014 (United States - NR), September 15, 2014 (Germany - 16), September 15, 2014 (France - 18), September 15, 2014 (Mexico - AA), September 15, 2014 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: Kanal 7
- Alternative Titles: Ελίφ (GR)
- Production Countries: Turkey
Elif - Plot
A kind 6-year-old girl is placed under the protection of her mother's best friend, who keeps a well-hidden secret, and is a maid for a wealthy family, in whose mansion she lives.
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Elif - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Green Yapım
Main Cast
- Isabella Damla Güvenilir
- Selin Sezgin
- Deniz Irem Morkoç
- Hasan Balliktas
- Derya Şen
- Kıvılcım Kaya
- Cemre Melis Çınar
- Melisa Döngel
- Volkan Çolpan
- Caner Atacan
Elif - FAQs
Who plays Elif in the Turkish series Elif?
The title character Elif Şimşek is portrayed by child actress Isabella Damla Güvenilir, whose emotionally powerful performance became one of the most celebrated aspects of the series. Her portrayal of the resilient young girl earned widespread praise from audiences across Turkey and internationally.
Where can you stream Elif online?
Elif is available to stream online. You can check current streaming availability, rental, and purchase options for your region by visiting JustWatch, which aggregates all platforms carrying the series and keeps listings up to date.
How many episodes does Elif have in total?
Elif ran for a total of 1,137 episodes across five seasons. Season 1 had 183 episodes, Season 2 had 230, Season 3 had 256, Season 4 had 250, and Season 5 concluded the series with 218 episodes, making it one of Turkey's longest-running dramas.
What is the Turkish series Elif about?
Elif centers on a kind-hearted six-year-old girl who is placed under the care of her late mother's best friend, a maid employed by a wealthy family. The story explores themes of innocence, class disparity, hidden secrets, and the bonds that form between unlikely people.
When did Elif first air on Kanal 7?
Elif premiered on September 15, 2014, on the Turkish television channel Kanal 7. The series ran continuously for five seasons before concluding in 2019, spanning nearly five years of broadcast and accumulating a devoted audience across multiple countries.
Is Elif cancelled or did it end naturally?
Elif concluded its run in 2019 after five complete seasons, ending naturally rather than being cancelled abruptly. The series is no longer in production. Its finale brought closure to the long-running storyline that had captivated audiences since its 2014 premiere on Kanal 7.
Did Elif gain popularity outside Turkey?
Yes, Elif attracted significant international viewership, particularly in Greece, Germany, France, Mexico, and Spain, where it was broadcast with localized ratings. Its universal themes of childhood innocence and family struggle resonated with audiences well beyond Turkey's borders.
What content rating does Elif carry?
Elif is rated NR (Not Rated) in the United States. In other markets it carries different classifications: rated 16 in Germany and Spain, 18 in France, and AA in Mexico, reflecting varying regional standards for family-oriented dramatic content.
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