Uğur Yücel

Acting

Uğur Yücel

Born May 26, 1957 · Istanbul, Turkey (age 69)

Uğur Yücel is a Turkish film and television actor, producer, director and writer.

Known For

New York, I Love YouNew York, I Love You · 2008
New York, I Love You
6.02008
MovieComedyDrama
New York, I Love You delves into the intimate lives of New Yorkers as they grapple with, delight in and search for love. Journey from the Diamond District in the heart of Manhattan, through Chinatown and the Upper East Side, towards the Village, into Tribeca, and Brooklyn as lovers of all ages try to find romance in the Big Apple.
Toss-UpToss-Up · 2004
Toss-Up
6.92004
MovieDrama
Two soldiers return home from their military service in southeastern Turkey with disabilities.
Selamsız's BandSelamsız's Band · 1987
Selamsız's Band
7.61987
MovieComedy
Selamsiz (wich means 'no greeting') is a small town in Anatolia. The town has a lot of problems but noone from governments come and see the town. One day the mayor learns that the prime minister will come to the city. They, now, have a chance to solve their problems. However, they think that they should have a band to greet the prime minister.
BalalaykaBalalayka · 2000
Balalayka
4.92000
MovieDrama
On a misty morning, an old bus leaves Batum to go to Istanbul. As the bus stops at various places on the way, Russian women of all ages and professions, each with a unique tale, board. In this bus full of women, there are three Turkish men. Three brothers who have come together after many years to carry their father's last wish.
My WorldMy World · 2013
My World
7.52013
MovieDrama
At 2 Ela lost her ability of seeing and hearing because of a severe illness. And then she became a total disappointment of her family due to her untamed behaviors. But everything changed after an unorthodox teacher stepped into their lives to educate Ela while healing himself.
ArabesqueArabesque · 1989
Arabesque
7.31989
MovieComedyFantasy
Sener and Müjde, who can never come together because of endless obstacles and misunderstandings, slowly drift into the plaintive world of arabesque music.
BillionaireBillionaire · 1986
Billionaire
7.41986
MovieFamilyDrama
A civil servant in a small town, shunned by his family and his friends due to his lack of ambition, hits the jackpot in the national lottery. Not trusting anybody around him, he gradually starts to lose his mind.
ColdCold · 2014
Cold
5.52014
MovieDrama
Three Russian sisters work in a tavern in Kars, a city in the east of Turkiye. Two brothers who live in the same city go to that tavern. Elder of the brothers who is married works as a railway worker; controls rails and allows/stoppes trains to pass. The younger brother is an aggressive man who often causes trouble, he marries a local girl, but he doesnt give up night life. The elder brother falls in love with the youngest of the Russian sisters (Irina) and this situation changes their lives. Focusing on the problems of Turkish uneducated men and hard lives of prostitutes, the film takes its name from the freezing cold of Kars as "Soguk" means "cold" in Turkish.

Movies

New York, I Love YouNew York, I Love You · 2008
New York, I Love You
6.02008
MovieComedyDrama
New York, I Love You delves into the intimate lives of New Yorkers as they grapple with, delight in and search for love. Journey from the Diamond District in the heart of Manhattan, through Chinatown and the Upper East Side, towards the Village, into Tribeca, and Brooklyn as lovers of all ages try to find romance in the Big Apple.
Toss-UpToss-Up · 2004
Toss-Up
6.92004
MovieDrama
Two soldiers return home from their military service in southeastern Turkey with disabilities.
Selamsız's BandSelamsız's Band · 1987
Selamsız's Band
7.61987
MovieComedy
Selamsiz (wich means 'no greeting') is a small town in Anatolia. The town has a lot of problems but noone from governments come and see the town. One day the mayor learns that the prime minister will come to the city. They, now, have a chance to solve their problems. However, they think that they should have a band to greet the prime minister.
BalalaykaBalalayka · 2000
Balalayka
4.92000
MovieDrama
On a misty morning, an old bus leaves Batum to go to Istanbul. As the bus stops at various places on the way, Russian women of all ages and professions, each with a unique tale, board. In this bus full of women, there are three Turkish men. Three brothers who have come together after many years to carry their father's last wish.
My WorldMy World · 2013
My World
7.52013
MovieDrama
At 2 Ela lost her ability of seeing and hearing because of a severe illness. And then she became a total disappointment of her family due to her untamed behaviors. But everything changed after an unorthodox teacher stepped into their lives to educate Ela while healing himself.
ArabesqueArabesque · 1989
Arabesque
7.31989
MovieComedyFantasy
Sener and Müjde, who can never come together because of endless obstacles and misunderstandings, slowly drift into the plaintive world of arabesque music.
BillionaireBillionaire · 1986
Billionaire
7.41986
MovieFamilyDrama
A civil servant in a small town, shunned by his family and his friends due to his lack of ambition, hits the jackpot in the national lottery. Not trusting anybody around him, he gradually starts to lose his mind.
ColdCold · 2014
Cold
5.52014
MovieDrama
Three Russian sisters work in a tavern in Kars, a city in the east of Turkiye. Two brothers who live in the same city go to that tavern. Elder of the brothers who is married works as a railway worker; controls rails and allows/stoppes trains to pass. The younger brother is an aggressive man who often causes trouble, he marries a local girl, but he doesnt give up night life. The elder brother falls in love with the youngest of the Russian sisters (Irina) and this situation changes their lives. Focusing on the problems of Turkish uneducated men and hard lives of prostitutes, the film takes its name from the freezing cold of Kars as "Soguk" means "cold" in Turkish.
Bad CatBad Cat · 2016
Bad Cat
6.92016
MovieComedyAnimation
A foul-mouthed cat and its gang cross paths with humans.
Yaktın BeniYaktın Beni · 2015
Yaktın Beni
4.02015
MovieComedy
Hayatımın KadınısınHayatımın Kadınısın · 2006
Hayatımın Kadınısın
5.52006
Movie
Turkan Soray(46 years on silver screen) and Ugur Yucel(21 years on silver screen) are starring at this conservative work of cinema. Yucel performs an admirer of a veteran stage singer. Back in his puppy hood, he used to go to her stage concerts when she was popular. On a lonely day at his sea front restaurant, he sees her for the first time since times immemorial. Carried away by her beauty, he pursues her closely for a couple months gathering her information. He finds out that she has retired from the boards, separated from her husband and has remarried. At the apartment where she and her second husband lives, he detects a vacancy for a rental unit. Then he moves in.
I Feel in LoveI Feel in Love · 1985
I Feel in Love
6.01985
MovieComedyRomance
Şakir is instantly infatuated with Sibel in a red dress whom he meets in the parking lot of the advertising agency where he works, and he is desperate to win this fascinating woman. But there is one obstacle; Şakir is married! Despite this, Şakir is determined to pursue Sibel and will try various ways to achieve his goal.
Dünya Malı: Eksi BirDünya Malı: Eksi Bir · 2024
Dünya Malı: Eksi Bir
2024
MovieComedyAdventure
Vural has to work for Haluk, who betrayed his mentor Suphi. When Haluk plans to steal a priceless gospel, Vural gets his chance to avenge his mentor but he will have to face his own internal conflicts as well as everyone after the gospel.
Sadık AhmetSadık Ahmet · 2024
Sadık Ahmet
7.52024
MovieDrama
Dr. Sadik Ahmet fights for the democratic rights of the Western Thrace Turkish minority living in Greece. After graduating from Athens University Faculty of Medicine, Ahmet started working as a doctor in Komotini. Ahmet entered the political struggle to defend the rights of the Western Thrace Turkish minority. He became the founding chairman of the Western Thrace Turkish Minority Advisory Board (BTTDK), which was established in 1989. Ahmet was also known internationally for his work on minority rights in Greece. Ahmet, who died in 1995, became a symbol for the Turkish minority in Western Thrace.
RhinegoldRhinegold · 2022
Rhinegold
6.52022
MovieHistoryDrama
Xatar’s way from the ghetto to the top of the charts is as dramatic as it is daring. From the hell of an Iraqi jail, Giwar Hajabi emigrated to Germany as a young boy with his family in the mid-1980s and has to start right at the bottom. There are opportunities, but far more obstacles. Giwar’s rise from petty criminal to major dealer is swift. Until one shipment goes missing. In order to clear his debts with the cartel, he plans a legendary gold heist. But just as everything goes wrong, another door opens for Giwar thanks to his passion for music …
Zoraki MisafirZoraki Misafir · 2021
Zoraki Misafir
2021
MovieComedy
Harun is a producer who has produced countless television programs. However, his work has lost its popularity over time. Harun, who wants to return to the top, purchases a format from abroad at a reasonable price for this purpose. The only thing needed for his new program is to find a fool, and his assistant Yeşim happens to find the person they are looking for. Peyami, a naive young man, is exactly the kind of person the public will love. Meanwhile, Harun receives an unexpected offer from businessman Osman Koral. With Osman Koral wanting to become a partner in the company, Harun finds the financial support he needs. Organizing a dinner to finalize the deal, Harun finds himself in an unexpected situation when Peyami accidentally joins the dinner due to a misunderstanding.
The BanditThe Bandit · 1996
The Bandit
7.31996
MovieCrimeDrama
The film tells the story of a group of bandits captured in the Cudi Mountains 35 years ago. All of them have died, either from illness or vendettas; only Baran (Şener Şen) survives. After serving his 35-year sentence, Baran is released from Viranşehir Prison and learns that his birthplace is now submerged under the waters of a dam. Ceren Ana (Zübeyde Erden) tells him about the past. Baran is imprisoned because of the betrayal of his old friend Berfo (Kamran Usluer). Berfo stole the bandits gold, bought his childhood love Keje (Sermin Hürmeriç) from her father, and fled to Istanbul. While Baran is searching for Keje, he encounters a young man named Cumali (Uğur Yücel). These two men find solace in each other to avoid being swept away by the storms of the big city. And in this world where violence, betrayal, passion, boundless love and hatred intertwine, they try to survive.
Soul KitchenSoul Kitchen · 2009
Soul Kitchen
6.92009
MovieDramaComedy
In Hamburg, German-Greek chef Zinos unknowingly disturbs the peace in his locals-only restaurant by hiring a more talented chef.
Bin Yıl ÖnceBin Yıl Önce · 1985
Bin Yıl Önce
6.01985
MovieMusic
A musical comedy.
A Thousand Years Later.A Thousand Years Later. · 1985
A Thousand Years Later.
1985
Movie
Tarkan and the Roman (Byzantine) Emperor clash in the musical "A Thousand Years Ago" directed by Haldun Dormen in 1985. Popular names of the period such as Sezen Aksu, Aysen Gruda, Sener Sen, Ilyas Salman and Adile Nasit also play in the play. The play "A Thousand Years Later" is the prequel to the play "A Thousand Years Ago" which was shown in the same year.
You've Got MurderYou've Got Murder · 2019
You've Got Murder
6.22019
MovieComedyCrime
Istanbul Police Department homicide detectives encounter a murder nothing like they’ve seen before.Commissioners Emin, Salih, Asuman and deputy Alaattin begin investigating.But strange murders keep happening. They don’t have any evidence or any clues. Day by day, tempers flare and the police chiefs grow annoyed.As the murders keep piling up, the public’s interest rises. The pressure on Emin and his colleagues get intense. At last, the chief of police assigns “crime expert” Dizdar Koşu, who has recently come back from the US, to the team.Overwhelmed with panic, pressure and disdain, Emin and his friends try to solve the strangest series of murders with the most unusual methods.This fast race against time immediately turns into a tragicomedy.
Dragon TrapDragon Trap · 2010
Dragon Trap
5.52010
MovieActionCrime
When a serial killer goes after former convicted pedophiles, it is up to Police Commissioner Abbas and his Chief Celal to stop the killings.
Too Much LoveToo Much Love · 2023
Too Much Love
6.22023
MovieComedyRomance
Coşkun and his brother İrfan make a living selling pirated movies. Coşkun's dream is to become a famous comedian and make movies. One day Coşkun meets Ayla, the love of his life, with pirated movies in his hands. Coşkun suddenly finds himself in an adventure where he tries to win Ayla's heart and pursues his passion for cinema.
On BoardOn Board · 1998
On Board
7.31998
MovieDramaCrime
Sailors want to remain in their small world, which is warm and cozy and full of lies, but their routine life turns upside down when one of them gets mugged and badly beaten.

TV Shows

I Am MotherI Am Mother · 2023
I Am Mother
7.02023
SeriesFamilyDrama
It follows a woman in an abusive marriage who sends her son to Istanbul for care. The son goes missing, and after three years, she meets him again, but he now goes by a different name.
The Red RoomThe Red Room · 2020
The Red Room
4.02020
SeriesDrama
A therapy-situated series that will explore every day problems of every day people. Based on a book by Dr. Gülseren Buğdayıcıoğlu.
My Dear FamilyMy Dear Family · 2008
My Dear Family
7.12008
SeriesFamilyComedy
The story begins on a luxury cruise ship in the Caribbean, where Adanalı Samim, who had never taken on responsibilities, settles into a stable life after losing his sister and brother-in-law in a traffic accident. Years later, he lives in the same neighborhood as his fiancée, Ahsen, who left him in Adana. Ali, Samim's friend, thinks he has planned his life after meeting him. However, life happens while you're busy making other plans. Ali tracks down Ahsen, who left him, and finds her in Istanbul. He has only one acquaintance in Istanbul: Samim, his first love, and Ahsen. Life continues at full speed with fights, noise, joy, and entertainment.
Hırsız PolisHırsız Polis · 2005
Hırsız Polis
8.02005
SeriesCrimeDrama
The JudgeThe Judge · 2022
The Judge
7.02022
SeriesDrama
A judge tries to protect his son from a death-caused hit and run situation.
Nefes NefeseNefes Nefese · 2018
Nefes Nefese
5.62018
SeriesDrama
The Last DayThe Last Day · 2023
The Last Day
8.02023
SeriesDrama
A known psychologist conducts research that will carry him even further on the ladder of fame: A group of six people is made to believe that they will all die on the same day from different causes.
Second SpringSecond Spring · 1998
Second Spring
8.61998
SeriesFamilyDrama
Second Spring was a television series in Turkey broadcast between 1998-2001 by ATV. First 8 epidodes appeared between 29 October 1998-20 May 1999. The next 15 epidodes were between 17 February-25 May 2000 and the last 14 episodes were between 21 September 2000-11 January 2001. There were also reruns; in 2007 by Fox TV and in 2011-2012 by Star TV.
FatmaFatma · 2021
Fatma
6.92021
SeriesCrimeDrama
Reeling from tragedy, a nondescript house cleaner embarks on a murderous streak as she searches for her missing husband and reckons with old wounds.
AlacakaranlıkAlacakaranlık · 2003
Alacakaranlık
7.42003
Series
Aramızda KalsınAramızda Kalsın · 2013
Aramızda Kalsın
2013
SeriesFamilyComedy
YüzleşmeYüzleşme · 2019
Yüzleşme
2019
SeriesDrama
In the story of Kalender Town, which is famous for its flower cultivation and essence production, the events of the past, the secrets come out one by one, while in the town nothing will be the same as before.
FamilyFamily · 2016
Family
3.02016
SeriesFamilyDrama
A family is tragically torn apart when out of the blue the father, Yasar, decides he wants to leave. Eschewing all contact, he has no idea that his wife died very suddenly after he left, leaving his children without either of their parents.
Bet Your LifeBet Your Life · 2025
Bet Your Life
5.22025
SeriesComedySci-Fi & Fantasy
A down-and-out sports betting writer is roped into teaming up with the ghost of a bossy business tycoon demanding to crack his own murder case.
Wild AbandonWild Abandon · 2022
Wild Abandon
6.52022
SeriesDramaComedy
In the haze of a midlife crisis, an architect begins living a double life as a punk while members of his family lead their own crisis-ridden lives.
Running in the DarkRunning in the Dark · 2001
Running in the Dark
7.42001
SeriesCrimeDrama