Story Arcs, Success and Diffusion of Turkish TV Dramas

TL;DR

This study investigates the narrative structures and emotional arcs of Turkish TV dramas to understand their global popularity and emotional appeal, emphasizing cultural resonance and storytelling techniques that foster international engagement.

Contribution

It provides a novel analysis of Turkish TV dramas' scripts and emotional arcs, linking narrative features to their international virality and cultural influence.

Findings

Turkish dramas have distinctive emotional story arcs that enhance viewer engagement.

Narrative structures contribute significantly to the global popularity of Turkish TV series.

Cultural and emotional factors are key drivers of the international success of these dramas.

Abstract

Turkish TV dramas, renowned for their extensive episodes and captivating romantic narratives, have gained global popularity, leading to the central question of this study: what drives the virality of these series based on their scripts and emotional story arcs? This study explores the global popularity of Turkish TV dramas, examining their narrative structures and emotional arcs to understand their widespread appeal. It delves into the cultural and emotional factors that resonate with international audiences, highlighting T\"urkiye's significant role in the global entertainment landscape. Through a combination of sentiment analysis and narrative examination, the research offers insights into how these dramas create emotional engagement and cultural connectivity, contributing to T\"urkiye's growing influence in global media.