Ayla
Directed by Can Ulkay · 2017 ·
Is Ayla worth watching?
Yes. Ayla (2017) earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (92%) responded more warmly than critics (85%). See the 3 inputs.
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Also known as Ayla, la hija de la guerra Ayla : La fille de la guerre Ayla: A Filha da Guerra 아일라 艾拉：战争之女 艾拉，戰爭下的女兒 Ayla - La figlia senza nome
BKM Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Netflix in Turkey. Check local listings for your region.
Where to watch Ayla by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | Prime Video |
| Turkey | Netflix |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (85/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (92%).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
- IMDb users score it 8/10.
- Celluloid Score 82% combines 3 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, war pick
Not ideal for
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Is Ayla worth watching?
Yes — Ayla earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, war pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Ulkay's true-story weepie dominated Turkish box office and bridged cultures with sentimental force.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (92%) responded more warmly than critics (85%).
What is Ayla about?
During the Korean War, a Turkish soldier adopts a lost Korean girl, forming a bond that spans decades and continents.
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Critic Reviews
Ayla (2017) Review: A Soldier's Unplanned Fatherhood
★★★★½
Ayla is Can Ulkay's Korean War drama about a Turkish soldier who takes in a lost Korean girl, a true-story tearjerker that earns most of its tears.
Yes. It is an unashamed weepie built on a remarkable true story, best for viewers who welcome big emotion and don't mind being steered toward it.
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Ayla: frequently asked questions
Is Ayla worth watching?
Yes. Ayla (2017) has a Celluloid Score of 82%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Ayla?
Elsewhere: Prime Video in Japan; Netflix in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Ayla?
Ayla runs 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).
What is Ayla rated?
Ayla is rated PG-13 in the United States, 15 in South Korea and R18+ in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Ayla?
Ayla is directed by Can Ulkay and stars İsmail Hacıoğlu, Çetin Tekindor, Kim Seol.
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