Once a Year (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1965, Once a Year is a drama and romance film directed by Ertem Eğilmez, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. A young hapless couple's devotion for each other is tested through harsh times of war as they are forced to negate patriotism and dependability to their families and nations, for a length of a lifetime before during and after the war. This movie is not a colorfull. About 5 years later, this movie was shot again wtih same actors and actresses (except for Selda Alkor).

Who’s in it. Once a Year stars Kartal Tibet as Emin, Selda Alkor as Nazlı, Reha Yurdakul as Fuat and Hulusi Kentmen as Baba, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Once a Year has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $105K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Once a Year page.

If you liked it. Fans of Once a Year tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Once a Year (1965)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Once a Year change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Once a Year worth watching?
Once a Year holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Once a Year?
Once a Year stars Kartal Tibet, Selda Alkor, Reha Yurdakul, Hulusi Kentmen and Münir Özkul.
When was Once a Year released?
Once a Year was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.