Yılmaz Erdoğan
Biography
Yılmaz Erdoğan is a Turkish actor known for blending sharp social observation with comedy and drama. He has starred in films such as Vizontele and appeared in The Water Diviner. Born in Hakkâri, Turkey, on November 4, 1967, Erdoğan is a key figure in modern Turkish theatre and cinema. He has created the hit series Bir Demet Tiyatro and has a distinctive storytelling voice. With a career spanning numerous credits, Erdoğan's acting work has been recognized internationally.
Career overview
Yılmaz Erdoğan is a Turkish actor known for his work in film and television. He has appeared in numerous projects, with a total of 43 acting credits. Erdoğan's acting career spans a range of genres, including comedy and drama.
One of his notable performances was in the 2014 film The Water Diviner. For this role, Erdoğan received recognition at the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards. He was awarded the Best Supporting Actor at the 4th Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards for his performance in The Water Diviner.
Yılmaz Erdoğan's acting career has been marked by his versatility and range. With a career spanning over five decades, Erdoğan has established himself as a key figure in modern Turkish theatre and cinema. His distinctive storytelling voice has made him a prominent figure in the industry, with a significant impact on Turkish entertainment.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
81 titles- Secret of Pearls (2024) as Azem Yücedağ
- Secret of Pearls (2024) Creator
- Ahmet Mümtaz Taylan ile Empati (2022)
- Cici (2022) as Bekir
- Doom of Love (2022) Writer
- Grudge (2021) as Harun
- Grudge (2021) Writer
- Münaşaka (2021) as Himself
- Münaşaka (2021) Writer
- Have You Ever Seen Fireflies? (2021) as Patron
- Çok Güzel Hareketler 2 (2019)
- Çok Güzel Hareketler 2 (2019) Art Department Manager
- Çok Güzel Hareketler 2 (2019) Director
- Money Trap (2019) as Asım Noyan
- Money Trap (2019) Writer
- Money Trap (2019) Director
- Güzel Adam Süreyya (2018) as Himself - Narrator
- Love, Surreal and Odd (2017) Writer
- Love, Surreal and Odd (2017) Director
- Sour Apples (2016) as Mayor Aziz Özay
- Sour Apples (2016) Director
- Sour Apples (2016) Writer
- Telling Tales (2015) as Baba
- 8 Seconds (2015) as Dervis
- The Water Diviner (2014) as Major Hasan
- Boss Wants a Happy Ending (2014) Writer
- Boss Wants a Happy Ending (2014) Scenario Writer
- Words with Gods (2014) as (ep. "Sometimes Look Up - Kaboki")
- Coming Soon (2014) as Himself
- The Butterfly's Dream (2013) as Behçet Necatigil
- The Butterfly's Dream (2013) Director
- Rhino Season (2012) as Akbar Rezai
- Once Upon a Time in Anatolia (2011) as Komiser Naci
- Making of Once Upon A Time in Anatolia (2011)
- Jolly Life (2009) as Rıza
- Jolly Life (2009) Director
- Jolly Life (2009) Writer
- Çok Güzel Hareketler Bunlar (2008)
- Çok Güzel Hareketler Bunlar (2008) Cinematography
- Çok Güzel Hareketler Bunlar (2008) Creator
- Kalpsiz Adam (2008) Creator
- Asi Ruh (2008)
- Fire of Anatolia (2008) Supervising Producer
- Surreal Love From the Wasteland (2007) as Oyuncu
- Surreal Love From the Wasteland (2007) Writer
- Surreal Love From the Wasteland (2007) Director
- Magic Carpet Ride (2005) as Asım Noyan
- Magic Carpet Ride (2005) Director
- Magic Carpet Ride (2005) Writer
- Vizontele Tuuba (2004) as Deli Emin
- Vizontele Tuuba (2004) Director
- Vizontele Tuuba (2004) Producer
- Vizontele Tuuba (2004) Writer
- Bana Bir Şeyhler Oluyor (2003)
- Bana Bir Şeyhler Oluyor (2003) Director
- Bana Bir Şeyhler Oluyor (2003) Writer
- Cebimde Kelimeler (2002) as Yılmaz Erdoğan
- Cebimde Kelimeler (2002) Scenario Writer
- Cebimde Kelimeler (2002) Director
- Vizontele (2001) as Deli Emin
- Vizontele (2001) Director
- Vizontele (2001) Screenplay
- YANLIŞ İÇERİK (2000)
- Have You Ever Seen Fireflies? - Theatre Play (1999) as Muhabir
- Have You Ever Seen Fireflies? - Theatre Play (1999) Director
- Have You Ever Seen Fireflies? - Theatre Play (1999) Screenplay
- A Bunch Of Theatre (1995) as Mükremin Çıtır
- A Bunch Of Theatre (1995) Art Direction
- A Bunch Of Theatre (1995) Writer
- A Bunch Of Theatre (1995) Creator
- Kral Türkiye Müzik Ödülleri (1995) as Presenter
- Kral Türkiye Müzik Ödülleri (1995) as Nominee
- Otogargara (1995)
- Otogargara (1995) Writer
- Siyaset Meydanı (1994)
- Yasemince (1993)
- Siyabend and Xece (1991) as Xece's brother
- Golden Butterfly Awards (1973) as Self - Winner
- Golden Butterfly Awards (1973) as Self - Presenter
- Money Trap: The Karun Treasure
- Money Trap: The Karun Treasure Creator
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Yılmaz Erdoğan best known for?
Yılmaz Erdoğan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Secret of Pearls (2024), Secret of Pearls (2024), The Water Diviner (2014), Once Upon a Time in Anatolia (2011).
When and where was Yılmaz Erdoğan born?
Yılmaz Erdoğan was born on November 4, 1967 in Hakkâri, Turkey.
How many credits does Yılmaz Erdoğan have?
Yılmaz Erdoğan has accumulated over 81 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 2024.
What is Yılmaz Erdoğan's background in cinema and television?
Yılmaz Erdoğan is a Turkish actor known for blending sharp social observation with comedy and drama. He has starred in films such as Vizontele and appeared in The Water Diviner. Born in Hakkâri, Turkey, on November 4, 1967, Erdoğan is a key figure in modern Turkish theatre and cinema. He has created the hit series Bir ...
Yılmaz Erdoğan by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- A Bunch Of Theatre (1995) as Mükremin Çıtır — aged about 27
- Once Upon a Time in Anatolia (2011) as Komiser Naci — aged about 43
- The Water Diviner (2014) as Major Hasan — aged about 46
- Secret of Pearls (2024) as Azem Yücedağ — aged about 56
- Jolly Life (2009) as Rıza — aged about 41
- Golden Butterfly Awards (1973) as Self - Winner — aged about 5
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