Something Useful (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2017, Something Useful is a drama film directed by Pelin Esmer, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Leyla, a lawyer and a poet, takes the long-distance train to attend her high school reunion dinner. On the train, she meets Canan, a young nursing student in distress. As the conversation develops, Leyla learns that Canan is travelling to assist with the suicide of a paralysed man, Yavuz, who wants to die. At the end of the long over- night trip, surrounded by the stories of people both on and off the train, Leyla decides to accompany Canan on her difficult visit.
Who’s in it. Something Useful stars Öykü Karayel as Canan, Yiğit Özşener as Yavuz, Başak Köklükaya as Leyla and Ayşenil Şamlıoğlu as Gülistan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Something Useful has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Something Useful page.
If you liked it. Fans of Something Useful tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Something Useful (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Something Useful change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Something Useful worth watching?
- Something Useful holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Something Useful?
- Something Useful stars Öykü Karayel, Yiğit Özşener, Başak Köklükaya, Ayşenil Şamlıoğlu and Berfu Öngören.
- When was Something Useful released?
- Something Useful was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.