The Small Town (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1997, The Small Town is a drama film directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of a family living in a small godforsaken town in Turkey seen through the eyes of children and dealing with the growing complexity when one becomes an adult.
Who’s in it. The Small Town stars Mehmet Emin Toprak as Saffet (as M. Emin Toprak), Havva Saglam as Asiye, Cihat Bütün as Ali and Fatma Ceylan as Nine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Small Town has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Small Town page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Small Town tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Small Town (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Small Town change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Small Town worth watching?
- The Small Town holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Small Town?
- The Small Town stars Mehmet Emin Toprak, Havva Saglam, Cihat Bütün, Fatma Ceylan and Emin Ceylan.
- When was The Small Town released?
- The Small Town was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.