About
The Core
Founded in 2008 and led by Emmy-nominated creators Emre Şahin and Sarah Wetherbee, Karga Seven Pictures is an internationally focused, creatively driven production house operating across Istanbul and Los Angeles. We exist to bridge cultures, craft premium narratives, and challenge the boundaries of modern storytelling.
As a creator-founded and creatively-led powerhouse, we develop and execute high-end scripted, premium documentary, and unscripted content designed for global impact.
Our Philosophy: Global Scale, Independent Soul
At Karga Seven, versatility is our signature. We refuse to be confined by genre, format, or borders. Our portfolio spans from sweeping, meticulously researched historical epics to raw, contemporary character-driven drama.
We believe the most powerful stories are both fiercely authentic to their origins and universally resonant. Every project we touch is engineered to travel—capturing the cultural nuance of where it begins, while commanding the attention of audiences worldwide.
In 2023, Karga Seven joined The North Road Company, accelerating our global expansion and scaling our production footprint. Yet, our core remains entirely unchanged: we protect the fierce, independent spirit and uncompromising aesthetic sensibility that put us on the map.
The Vision
By fusing world-class production expertise with a sharp, forward-thinking creative vision, we partner with the world's leading platforms, networks, and visionary creators. We don't just build stories for today's algorithms—we create layered, lasting, and meaningful work designed for long-term cultural legacy.
This is storytelling without borders.
Milestones
2008 — 2026
2008
The Genesis
Karga Seven Pictures is founded in Los Angeles. Established by Emmy-nominated creators with a distinct vision: to break down traditional genre walls and build a production powerhouse driven entirely by creative instinct and premium storytelling.
2015
Global Alignment
Karga Seven joins Red Arrow Studios. A strategic partnership that expanded our international distribution network, amplifying our footprint and bringing our unique creative perspective to a rapidly growing global market.
2017
The Cross-Continental Bridge
The Istanbul Hub opens. Solidifying our unique position as a truly cross-cultural creator, we established our Istanbul headquarters to act as a bridge between East and West—fusing Hollywood-caliber scale with rich, regional narratives.
2020
Redefining the Epic
Global premiere of Rise of Empires: Ottoman on Netflix. A landmark cultural and creative achievement. The premium historical docudrama format launched in 190 countries, proving our ability to architect grand-scale, deeply authentic narratives that captivate diverse worldwide audiences.
2023
The Next Frontier
Karga Seven joins The North Road Company. Aligning with Peter Chernin's premier global studio network, a monumental step that supercharged our financing, scaled our production capabilities, and secured our position at the vanguard of premium content.
2026
Expanding the Empire
Integration into the Mediawan Group. Following Mediawan's landmark acquisition of North Road, Karga Seven joins Europe's premier independent studio collective. This integration vastly scales our European and global footprint while fiercely preserving our signature independent storytelling soul.