Ethos

Ethos

Created by Berkun Oya

On Netflix

20201 season8 episodes49 min7.8 / 10

A dark, psychologically complex mystery that weaves together trauma, betrayal, and moral chaos across a diverse ensemble meeting in Istanbul.

A group of unique characters from dramatically different socio-cultural backgrounds meet in startling circumstances in the vibrant and colorful city of Istanbul, some by chance and some by force of will.

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Questions people ask

  • Is Ethos sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of series.

  • Does Ethos leave you hopeful? Barely. Less hopeful than 88% of series.

  • Is Ethos scary? Yes. More frightening than 79% of series.

  • Is Ethos easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 75% of series.

  • Is Ethos violent? Somewhat. More violent than 64% of series.

These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.

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52/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity51

How unlike any other series this one feels

Surprise58

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love48

How much audiences actually like it

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Ensemble

Everything like Ethos, and what each one shares →

Like Ethos

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Ethos

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Ethos, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Ethos, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Ethos, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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