Plot Synopsis

Written and directed by Berkun Oya, A ROUND OF APPLAUSE is a six-episode dramedy that centers on Metin, a man struggling with existential angst and longing for his past life in an orange, who navigates his quirky family across multiple decades -- from his birth through his childhood and as an adult. All six half-hour episodes of A ROUND OF APPLAUSE dropped on Thursday, February 29, 2024 on Netflix:

"Birth": Expectant young couple Mehmet and Zeynep host some spoiled houseguests -- while their most eagerly anticipated arrival is reluctant to emerge.

"Right at This Moment": Metin is born, and Zeynep and Mehmet struggle with the demands of parenting. But it's when the baby falls asleep that the drama really begins.

"First Breakup": Five-year-old Metin is brokenhearted and wants to talk things through with his ex-girlfriend. Back at home, his parents' relationship is also suffering.

"66": Metin struggles at school, preferring to make music alone in his bedroom. Zeynep announces she's not in the mood to celebrate her birthday this year.

"Plants & Friends": While working as a DJ, Metin bumps into an old flame. His mother begs for an answer to the question that's been bothering her since the day he was born.

"The Return": Frustrated by her marriage and let down by motherhood, Zeynep tells both men in her life how she feels -- but neither gives her the reaction she wants.