Yusuf and Kenan (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1979, Yusuf and Kenan is a drama film directed by Ömer Kavur, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Yusuf, 14, and Kenan, 9, are two shepherd brothers. When their father was killed as a result of a blood feud, children flee to Istanbul to find their only relative, uncle Ali. However all efforts to find him fail. They meet a street kid named Bocek (insect) under the brutal conditions of the big city. And Insect introduces them Carpik (crooked), a young man who does illegal activities. Carpik suggests Yusuf to work together. Desperate Yusuf accepts this and starts burglary with him. On the other hand Kenan has a modest personality and resists.
Who’s in it. Yusuf and Kenan stars Cem Davran as Yusuf, Tamer Çeliker as Kenan, Hakan Tanfer and Sadettin Erbil, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Yusuf and Kenan 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 Yusuf and Kenan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yusuf and Kenan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yusuf and Kenan (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yusuf and Kenan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yusuf and Kenan worth watching?
- Yusuf and Kenan holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Yusuf and Kenan?
- Yusuf and Kenan stars Cem Davran, Tamer Çeliker, Hakan Tanfer, Sadettin Erbil and Gülten Kaya.
- When was Yusuf and Kenan released?
- Yusuf and Kenan was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.