Movies like Fıstık Gibi (1970)
The best movies like Fıstık Gibi (1970) are Çalgı Çengi (2011), Saban, Son of Saban (1977) and Oh Dear (2010). If Fıstık Gibi hooked you with its comedy, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedAfter the Ball (2015)6.3/10 from 269 votes
- NewestSteve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life (2018)Released 2018
Çalgı Çengi (2011)
Salih and Gürkan, two cousins from Ankara, are struggling musicians that are trying to make a living by performing at private events such as bachelorette parties. Nihat, a low profile event manager, finds a gig for the duo which leads them to encounter with unexpected guests in their "dressing room".
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSaban, Son of Saban (1977)
Clumsy soldiers Şaban and Ramazan fall for a singer-dancer and accidentally become secret policemen tracking down a missing diamond.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisOh Dear (2010)
Hüseyin is a young man who lives with his grandfather and grandmother in a village in Thracian Turkey. The two great loves of his life are his clarinet and Müjgan, a nurse. Although Hüseyin is content with his life, with his music and dreams of Mügan, due to an unexpected development he leaves his village. He ends up in Istanbul where he finds support first in his clarinet and then in the friendship of the singer Firuzan. Firuzan is a popular nightclub performer who is eagerly working on an album as she leads a colorful but complicated life. When Firuzan meets Huseyin, the course of events gives away to a hilarious adventure.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Rutles: All You Need Is Cash (1978)
The story of the rise and fall of the Pre-Fab Four.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTosun Pasha (1976)
Late 19th century in Alexandria. Two traditionally rival Turkish families, "Seferoglu"s and "Tellioglu"s are competing for the "Green Valley". The winner will be determined by Daver Bey, who has a beautiful young daughter, Leyla. Both families try to arrange a marriage between a man from their family and Leyla, so that Daver Bey will be inclined to give the green valley to his "relatives". Tellioglus, who are behind in the race, desperately find a final solution: They will fake their idiotic butler, Saban, as the highest ranked Ottoman soldier in Egypt: Tosun Pasha.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisTokatçı (1984)
A tragicomedy dramatizing how an innocent villager is driven into the crime world only to collect enough cash to make his biggest dream come true: Return to his village home and marry the girl next door.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMr. Bones (2001)
A medicine man is sent looking for the son of his tribal king, and brings back an American golfer and a host of goons intent on keeping him in the golf tournament.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisÇarıklı Milyoner (1983)
Hilmi Tok is a billionaire businessman. He dies one day while driving his own car. His real estate assets goes his son Bayram.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisWedding Association (2013)
Ismail's son, Tarik returns to his village after long years of being away and announces that he is engaged to a Latvian woman named Nugesha and although he doesn't have the means for it, Ismail still wants to be the one who pays for the expenses of the wedding. Several problems ensue as he tries to make sure that there is enough money for the wedding.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBottle Rocket (1993)
Dysfunctional friends Dignan and Anthony plan and execute a robbery with their pot-growing friend, Bob. The short film that inspired Wes Anderson’s feature debut.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSelamsız's Band (1987)
Selamsiz (wich means 'no greeting') is a small town in Anatolia. The town has a lot of problems but noone from governments come and see the town. One day the mayor learns that the prime minister will come to the city. They, now, have a chance to solve their problems. However, they think that they should have a band to greet the prime minister.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisTrickster (1981)
Rıfkı, who lives in Germany, returns to his village, which he left years ago, to sell the properties inherited from his late father. A few coincidences that occur upon his arrival in the village lead to his name being associated with the 'Saint' title.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisTrouble on Wheels (2015)
After the death of his wife and father, Kudret, who has always lived by the book, decides to go on a road trip to save a girl.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Stupid Millionaire (1974)
The funny treasure hunt of 4 rural brothers in Istanbul, after the recent death of their father who left them a treasure map as heritage.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisKaçma Birader (2016)
A family with diversified members travels to İstanbul from Yozgat after their youngest son fell in love with a girl.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTarzan Rıfkı (1986)
A story about a poor and guilt guy who is being used by mafia for dirty work.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAfter the Ball (2015)
After the Ball, a retail fairy tale set in the world of fashion. Kate's dream is to design for couturier houses. Although she is a bright new talent, Kate can't get a job. No one trusts the daughter of Lee Kassell, a retail guru who markets clothes "inspired" by the very designers Kate wants to work for. Who wants a spy among the sequins and stilettos? Reluctantly, Kate joins the family business where she must navigate around her duplicitous stepmother and two wicked stepsisters. But with the help of a prince of a guy in the shoe department her godmother's vintage clothes and a shocking switch of identities, Kate exposes the evil trio, saves her father's company -- and proves that everyone can wear a fabulous dress.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisOh Dear 2 (2011)
A clarinetist from a village in Turkey's Thracian region tries to reach his fiancé, who works as a nurse in a village near Çanakkale, to give her a ring to win back her heart.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSteve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life (2018)
Comedians and writers Steve Martin and Martin Short perform a live comedy set with music by The Steep Canyon Rangers and jazz pianist, Jeff Babko, at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Stöned Age (1994)
Determined to avoid another night of driving aimlessly around Torrance in the Blue Torpedo, Joe and Hubbs set out on a quest for fine chicks. Their paths soon cross with Tack, from whom they learn about a pair of foreign radical chicks hanging out near the Frankie Avalon place. Over Joe's objections, Hubbs worms Tack out of the deal, and the pair take a slow ride toward their destiny.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFatoş Sokakların Meleği (1971)
Ayşe is the child of a poor family. Her father, Rıfat, has been in prison for many years. After her father is released from prison, he forces Ayşe to beg and steal. Fatoş is the spoiled child of a wealthy family. Her father died in an accident. She lives with her mother and grandfather. One day, she sneaks out of the house to play outside. While walking on the street, she encounters Ayşe's father, Rıfat. Rıfat mistakes Fatoş, who resembles Ayşe, for his own daughter. He takes her home by force. Ayşe, meanwhile, is caught stealing by a man. While chasing Ayşe, the man ends up at Fatoş's house. The gardener mistakes Ayşe for Fatoş and takes her inside. The two children unwillingly switch places. They explain the situation to their families, but no one believes them. This mix-up will change the lives of both children.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Vuruldum Bir Kıza (1968)
Fadime and Memiş, who are in love with each other, are children of enemy families. Their families oppose this relationship. A theater company arrives in the village, where Berkant performs. Memiş and his father go to Istanbul with the company to find a bride. Fadime runs away from home to become a singer. In the city, she meets Berkant and begins working as his maid. Over time, she falls in love with Berkant. To win his favor, she completely changes her appearance. She begins performing on stage as Afrodit. She also uses Memiş to make Berkant jealous. However, nothing will go as planned.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Bir Damat Aranıyor (1968)
Intersection of the roads of twins allotted years ago.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Balıkçı Osman (1973)
Osman lives with his mother. His only dream is to buy a boat, earn more money from fishing, and marry Mualla. His older brother Zekeriya, who is involved in shady business, is wealthy but does not help them. Osman goes to his brother's place to improve his mother's living conditions and overhears a secret conversation. His brother is planning to rob singer Meral. Osman decides to protect Meral at any cost.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Yırtık Niyazi (1971)
Niyazi and Sansar live a poor life in a boarding house. The boarding house owner, Binnaz, brings Gül, whom she met in prison, to live at the boarding house. Gül and Niyazi fall in love with each other. One day, Gül, who is singing at a nightclub, catches Tanju's attention. Tanju offers Gül a position as a lead singer. This incident will cause a rift between Gül and Niyazi.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Saffet Beni Affet (1976)
Saffet, who came to Istanbul from his village without a penny to his name, starts working as an apprentice. With the money he saves, he buys a sherbet cart and starts selling sherbet. He then owns a shop and a chain of fruit juice factories. Despite being very wealthy, Saffet leads an unhappy life. To alleviate this unhappiness, he marries three times. These three women, who are very different from one another, will make Saffet's life a living hell.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Bülbül Ailesi (1976)
The Bülbül family consists of Hazım Bey and his wife Asiye Hanım, their daughter Nevin, their son-in-law Ramazan, and their son Tosun. Hazım Bey retired after thirty years of civil service. Ramazan is caught between enduring his mother-in-law's sharp remarks, trying to fulfill his father-in-law's various requests while he stays home all day, and dealing with his brother-in-law Tosun. Tosun, who cannot hold down a job, falls in love with every woman he sees, and when he receives a negative response, he attempts suicide. He will once again cause trouble for his family.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Nöri Kantar Ailesi (1975)
Nuri Kantar lives a happy life with his wife and relatives. He is the chairman of the board of directors of his company. Kuşkonmazoğlu is a member of the board of directors and a partner in the company. Due to a mix-up caused by their similar names, Nuri Kantar is believed to have died. Taking advantage of the situation, Nuri Kantar hides himself to observe what will happen after his death. Kuşkonmazoğlu attempts to defraud the company in Nuri Kantar's absence. When Nuri Kantar, who has been quietly observing the events, emerges, everything will come to light.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Zoraki Milyoner (1962)
The story of a millionaire on the run from his enemies and a young man who looks like him. Events begin when two people, one a millionaire and the other a poor man, who look like twins, swap places.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
Berduş (1969)
Kemal and Nuri are two friends who make a living as street vendors. They live together in a house they rent from Mrs. Mualla. The two friends' business is not going well. Their customers are not satisfied with their goods. On top of that, they are in trouble with the police. They cannot pay the rent because they cannot make ends meet. Moreover, they now need even more money. They have become friends with two cousins they rescued from drowning. Nermin and her cousin are impressed by Kemal and Nuri’s sincerity. Their friendship is growing. The two friends are too ashamed to mention their financial difficulties, so they don’t let it show. However, things are getting increasingly complicated.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both comedy
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Fıstık Gibi?
The closest matches to Fıstık Gibi are Çalgı Çengi (2011), Saban, Son of Saban (1977) and Oh Dear (2010). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Fıstık Gibi?
Start with Çalgı Çengi (2011), the closest match to Fıstık Gibi.
What is the highest-rated movie like Fıstık Gibi?
After the Ball (2015), rated 6.3/10 by 269 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Fıstık Gibi?
Steve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life (2018) is the most recent release on this list.
How are movies similar to Fıstık Gibi chosen?
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