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Movie · 2021

Paper Lives

Original title: Kağıttan Hayatlar

★ 8.0 TMDB · 417 IMDb ↗ Turkish production
97 minRUNTIME
2021YEAR

Paper Lives is available in the US on Netflix.

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Paper Lives streaming guide

Streaming info last updated: June 27, 2026

Paper Lives (2021) is a drama movie from Türkiye. In the US, it streams on Netflix by subscription.

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  • SubscriptionNetflix
  • GenreDrama
  • OriginTürkiye · 2021

Plot

In the streets of Istanbul, ailing waste warehouse worker Mehmet takes a small boy under his wing and must soon confront his own traumatic childhood.

DirectorCan Ulkay
CountryTürkiye
GenresDrama

Cast

Çağatay UlusoyÇağatay UlusoyMehmet
Emir Ali DoğrulAli
Ersin ArıcıErsin ArıcıGonzales
Turgay TanülküTurgay TanülküTahsin
Selen ÖztürkSelen ÖztürkMom
Tomris ÇetinelTomris ÇetinelYaşlı Kadın
Enver AktayEnver

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Paper Lives?

Paper Lives is available in the US on Netflix. You’ll find each platform’s current options and “Watch” links in the “Where to Watch in the US” section on this page.

Is Paper Lives available with English subtitles or dubbing?

Paper Lives is a Turkish production, so its original language is most likely Turkish. English subtitles and dubbing depend on the platform; check the player’s audio and subtitle menus.

Which subscription includes Paper Lives?

Paper Lives is included with a subscription to Netflix, so subscribers can watch it at no extra cost.

Can I watch Paper Lives for free?

Not right now. In the US, Paper Lives is only available with a subscription. We’ll update this page if a free option appears.

How long is Paper Lives?

Paper Lives runs about 97 minutes (1h 37m).

What genre is Paper Lives?

Paper Lives is a drama movie from Türkiye.

Who stars in Paper Lives?

The main cast of Paper Lives includes Çağatay Ulusoy, Emir Ali Doğrul, Ersin Arıcı, Turgay Tanülkü, Selen Öztürk, and Tomris Çetinel.

What is the IMDb / TMDB rating of Paper Lives?

Paper Lives has a TMDB rating of 8.0 out of 10 (417 votes). You can check its current IMDb rating via the IMDb link on this page.

Can I watch Paper Lives on my phone or smart TV?

Yes. Netflix works on iOS and Android, in web browsers, and on most smart TVs, so you can watch Paper Lives on the device of your choice.

When was Paper Lives released?

Paper Lives was released in 2021.

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