A Lonely Hero’s Journey - Asian drama recommendation
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A Lonely Hero’s Journey(孤舟)

2024China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerWarWeb SeriesWorld War 2

Gu Yi Zhong, the heir of the well-known Gu Family in Suzhou, completed his studies in the architecture department of a prominent foreign university

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Recommendation: Butterfly Shadow (2023) similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Butterfly Shadow (2023)(蝶影)

2023China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesActionChinese Republican Era

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 71% similarity match.

In November of 1937, Shanghai was seized by the Japanese army under the command of Wei Da Hong and Lin Qiu Yan. The clandestine party organization transitioned to covert operations. By 1941, a covert operation known as the "Popular Beauty Plan" was initiated by the Japanese army in Shanghai. This plan aimed to disrupt China's financial market using counterfeit currency and to exploit China's valuable cultural artifacts. Wei Da Hong and Lin Qiu Yan led the party's covert action group, which encountered Tang Twenty-three, a rotund man, a slender monkey, and other young individuals along the way.

Recommendation: Nineth Uncle Legend similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Nineth Uncle Legend(九叔传说)

2024China
CrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesChinese Republican EraShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 57% similarity match.

This recounts the series of frequent terrorist incidents that occurred in Baihe Town, a town that heavily relied on water transportation during the Republic of China. These incidents included the theft of zodiac hearts, the discovery of human flesh buns, the framing of an innocent person as the real murderer, the assassination of the county magistrate, and the murder of Li Zheng Jiu's fiancé. Li Zheng Jiu, also known as "Uncle Jiu," had a talent for uncovering unusual occurrences within the community. After his brother's mysterious death a year prior, Uncle Jiu suspected a connection to the terrorist activities in Baihe Town.

Recommendation: The Eve (2023) similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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The Eve (2023)(前夜)

2023China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerWarChinese Republican Era

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, Thriller, and War themes with a 54% similarity match.

Set against the backdrop of three significant historical events pre-dating the establishment of New China, The Eve revolves around the journeys of Lin Xi, Su Nan, and other zealous young individuals who participate in the revolution and dedicate themselves to their country. The narrative unfolds during the 1941 Shanghai Concession, the 1948 Battle of Jinzhou, and the liberation of Shanghai in 1949. Lin Xi, a member of a gang, and Su Nan, a forward-thinking female student, embody the unrecognized heroes of their era. It portrays the clandestine struggles and imminent perils faced during the Anti-Japanese War of Resistance, as well as the arduous path revolutionary laborers have trodden in pursuit of their beliefs.

Recommendation: Odds to Win similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Odds to Win(胜算)

2020China
CrimeEspionageHistorical FictionSpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerWarWorld War 2Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraDrama

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical Fiction, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, Thriller, War, and World War 2 themes with a 53% similarity match.

In 1941, during the war between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union, a Communist spy working for the Japanese puppet government collaborates with Russian and Korean spies to carry out an assassination plan. With Manchukuo's allegiance to Cheng Tian, the Russians find themselves surrounded by threats. To counter this, their intelligence agency develops a covert, long-term strategy. Tang Fei, the Communist spy, is tasked with infiltrating the enemy by posing as one of them. While operating in the Security Bureau, he meets Cai Meng, a woman dedicated to resisting the Japanese regime. Together, they build trust as they work to outsmart the enemy within their own borders.

Recommendation: Qiu Chan similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Qiu Chan(秋蝉)

2024China
EspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesAdapted From A Short StoryChinese Republican EraShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 53% similarity match.

Derived from the short story "Qiu Chan" in the book "Yin Bi De Shi Jie" written by Lai Ji.

Recommendation: Head above Water similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Head above Water(浮出水面)

2017China
CrimeEspionageInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerActionNational Security

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Investigation, Mystery, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

Confidential research regarding the latest advancements in Bathyscaphe technology has been unlawfully taken

Recommendation: The Kite similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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The Kite(风筝)

2017China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalSuspenseThrillerWar

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Suspense, Thriller, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

The Chongqing military's secret weapon, Zheng Yao Xian, is renowned for his sharp intelligence and ruthless nature. However, little do people know that he is actually an operative for the Communist Party's covert intelligence agency known as "Kite."

Recommendation: The Soulmate similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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The Soulmate(甜心萌探)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesChinese Republican EraShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 50% similarity match.

Nan Yu, the main character of a game focused on pursuing romantic interests, finds herself in the Republic of China as a forensic pathologist investigating dead bodies. A strange will states that she must solve a murder in order to go back to her own world. However, she must also contend with Gao Han, the lead character of a detective game, for control of their shared body, with only one of them able to return home. Realizing Gao Han's expertise in crime-solving and her own knowledge of love, Nan Yu decides to collaborate with him to tackle the complex case, which reflects the complexities of both their worlds. In the end, Nan Yu proposes an alliance with Gao Han, acknowledging that they both need each other to succeed.

Recommendation: Day and Night Season 2 similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Day and Night Season 2(白夜破晓)

2024China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 50% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around twin siblings, Guan Hong Feng and Guan Hong Yu, who find themselves entangled in a tragic family murder. They join forces with various parties to uncover the truth behind the 213 family massacre and triumph over the criminal organization lurking in the shadows.

Recommendation: The Abyss similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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The Abyss(灭罪)

2025China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 50% similarity match.

After experiencing the killing of his father and the vanishing of his mother, Ning Zhen finds himself entangled in a dangerous puzzle once again when the mysterious symbol "Abyss" reemerges. With the past intersecting with the present, two different eras must reveal the reality to prevent a tragic recurrence.

Recommendation: LuBan Mysteries similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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LuBan Mysteries(鲁班异闻录)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesChinese Republican EraShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 50% similarity match.

Renowned master carpenter Li Mu Dun, celebrated for his expertise in traditional Luban methods, finds himself the main suspect in a string of chilling murders steeped in superstition. Eager to vindicate himself, Li joins forces with detective Yang Zong and forensic specialist Su Qing Yun. Together, this trio is driven by logic and a quest for justice as they strive to prevent further murders and uncover the reality behind the alleged “supernatural.”

Recommendation: Double Track Puzzle similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Double Track Puzzle(黑白局)

2025China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 50% similarity match.

Zhan Peng's father served as a railway policeman and was posthumously recognized as a martyr for his selfless service many years prior. Inspired by this legacy, Zhan Peng always dreamed of following his father’s path and working at the same station where his father had served. However, upon his arrival in Xiaotong to start his duties, he quickly realized that the circumstances were much more intricate than he had anticipated. Initially, he felt distrustful towards Tu Hong Jiang, a seasoned police officer he met. Zhan Peng became cautious of Tu Hong Jiang's questionable behavior during the investigation of a drug trafficking case. Yet, as time went on, Tu Hong Jiang demonstrated his integrity through his actions. As they collaborated on various cases, Zhan Peng began to respect Tu Hong Jiang, and eventually, they united their efforts to capture the mastermind behind the criminal activities.

Recommendation: The National Treasure Box similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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The National Treasure Box(国家宝藏之觐天宝匣)

2007China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWarChinese Republican EraDeath

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

During the time when the final emperor Pu Yi was confined in the northeast, a group of patriotic fighters ventured into the Emperor Tai Chi Mausoleum to safeguard a secretive mahogany box from being seized by the Japanese. This led to a chain of strange occurrences, including deaths and vanishings, linked to the box.

Recommendation: Razor similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Razor(剃刀邊緣)

2017China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysteryWarActionChinese Republican EraManchukuo

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, and War themes with a 47% similarity match.

Taking place in the 1930's, the story is centered around the Manchukuo Police Department in the vicinity of Harbin during a chaotic era of espionage in the midst of war. (Baidu)

Recommendation: Qiu Chan Season 2 similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Qiu Chan Season 2(秋蝉 第二季)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesAdapted From A Short StoryChinese Republican EraShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 47% similarity match.

Based on the short story "Qiu Chan" found in Lai Ji's novel "Yin Bi De Shi Jie".

Recommendation: Stitching Life and Death similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Stitching Life and Death(阴阳裁缝)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesSupernatural

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 47% similarity match.

Ma San, an inheritor of an ancient tailoring technique, utilizes his distinct abilities to rescue lawyer Song Yuan from a dangerous situation. Together, they join forces to solve puzzling mysteries and uphold the principles of justice.

Recommendation: Running Hunters similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Running Hunters(全员加速中之赏金猎人)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series1920sChinese Republican EraShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 47% similarity match.

Taking place in Yongxin City during the 1920s, the enigmatic demise of an antique store proprietor coupled with the heist of invaluable treasures sparks a fierce conflict. Singer Du Qing, Detective Han Zhou, and Luo Ting must navigate their suspicions of one another and collaborate to safeguard the artifacts while outsmarting formidable adversaries.

Recommendation: See the Light similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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See the Light(深红之名)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Novel Adaptation

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 47% similarity match.

In the era of the Republic of China, a clandestine pawnshop named Shenhong provides retributive justice for women who have suffered at the hands of others. Under the leadership of Si Jia Li and her crew, they assist those in need while attracting the interest of Detective Zhou Mu, whose investigation reveals an old case that connects everyone involved.

Recommendation: Wang Dahua Revolutionary Career similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Wang Dahua Revolutionary Career(王大花的革命生涯)

2015China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerWarWorld War 2Chinese Republican Era

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, Thriller, War, and World War 2 themes with a 46% similarity match.

During the early 1940s, the fight against Japanese aggression was intensifying, reaching a crucial point. The ruthless Japanese imperialism wreaked havoc on the strength of the CCP's underground movement, resulting in the sacrifice of many revolutionary comrades. Xia Jia He, a member of the underground party, was tasked with delivering a radio to Dalian by the organization. However, he was intercepted and pursued by Japanese Police Officer Junji Aoki along the way. In a twist of fate, Xia encountered his first love, Wang Da Hua, during this ordeal. Da Hua, along with her current husband Tang Quan Li, became entangled in the events that unfolded. Despite Da Hua's attempts to save her husband, Tang Quan Li's fate remained unchanged. Fueled by resentment towards Xia Jia He for causing her misery and disrupting her peaceful life, Da Hua decided to keep the radio instead of returning it to its rightful owners.

Recommendation: Criminal Profiler similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Criminal Profiler(画罪师)

2021China
HistoricalInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesDeath

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 46% similarity match.

After his Master passed away, the painter Cheng Ren was overcome with sorrow. He found a painting left behind by his Master and set out on a quest to uncover the hidden truth. Despite facing many challenges, Cheng Ren was determined to seek justice for the living and the deceased. Though initially appearing unrelated, the six cases he investigated were ultimately intertwined. Baidu

Recommendation: Man in the Mist similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Man in the Mist(雾中系铃人)

2023China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesInvestigator Male Lead

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 46% similarity match.

The notorious criminal known as "Flying Eagle" made a sudden appearance in Linjiang City, employing clever tactics to evade capture by law enforcement agencies. Tasked with investigating the case was Lu Jiang, a young expert in criminal investigations. The Pan and Xu families, longstanding rivals in Linjiang, were involved in the conflict. Pan Yue Yang, Lu Jiang's uncle, had always hoped for Lu Jiang to marry his adopted daughter, Su Pan. As business and criminal activities intertwined, Lu Jiang found himself caught in the middle and forced to make a decision.

Recommendation: South City Resentment similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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South City Resentment(南城遗恨)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican Era

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 46% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Song Inquisitor similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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The Song Inquisitor(大宋有奇案)

2025China
HistoricalInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 46% similarity match.

During the Southern Song Dynasty, judicial officer Song Ci forms an unexpected partnership with theater performers Zhao Zhi Ting, Wang Ling, and dancer He Wen Ning. Despite their diverse backgrounds, the quartet collaborates to solve four complex murder cases by employing sharp investigative techniques and forensic expertise. Their collective efforts result in bringing justice to the deceased and upholding fairness for the living, with each case further solidifying their unity and commitment to uncovering the truth.

Recommendation: East Hegemon similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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East Hegemon(江湖往事)

2008China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerWarActionAdventureChinese Republican EraMilitaryPoliticalRomance

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, Thriller, and War themes with a 44% similarity match.

The story takes place in the idealized chaos of China in the early 1900s, where patriotic rebels and deceitful spies clash in a risky battle for control of the republic. Gao Tian Wei, a brave revolutionary, experiences amnesia following a violent altercation. Without knowledge of who he is, he is unknowingly drawn into a plot and transforms into a spy for the Japanese. What will occur when his memory is eventually restored?

Recommendation: Invisible General similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Invisible General(隐形将军)

2010China
CrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerActionChinese Civil WarChinese Communist PartyKuomintang (KMT)SchemeSlight Romance

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Based on Han Jing's novel "The Hidden Commander," the following information is derived.

Recommendation: An Hong 1936 similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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An Hong 1936(暗红1936)

2011China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerWarChinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraDeath Of A TwinIdentical Twin Male LeadKuomintang (KMT)Revolution

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, Thriller, and War themes with a 44% similarity match.

In 1936, a new member of a political party stumbles upon classified information, leading to the Xi'an Incident and a tale of internal conflicts and plots. Wu Zhong Ming, who was separated from his older brother Wu Boying in his youth by criminals, joins the Communist Party and is captured during a mission. Wu Boying attempts to rescue him but tragically perishes in the process. This occurs prior to the Xi'an Incident, during a period when the city becomes a critical hub for important intelligence. In order to secure ultimate victory, the Communist Party assigns Wu Zhong Ming the task of assuming the identity of his deceased twin brother Wu Bo Ying and infiltrating the Kuomintang. (ChineseDrama.info) Based on the novel "Infiltrate" by Ma Ying.

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Insects Awaken(惊蛰)

2019China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerWarWorld War 2ActionNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraDoppelgangerDramaRomance

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, Thriller, War, and World War 2 themes with a 44% similarity match.

During the year 1941 in Shanghai, a man caught the attention of the Japanese for resembling a suspected BIS spy. He was drawn into the perilous world of espionage but under the guidance of another individual, he comes to understand his duties as a loyal citizen and devotes himself to resisting the occupation forces. Chen Shan survives by trading intelligence on the streets. Mistaken for BIS agent Xiao Zheng Guo, Chen Shan's sister Chen Xia is abducted by Japanese spy leader Huang Mu Wei in order to manipulate him into cooperating. To rescue his sister, Chen Shan undergoes rigorous training and proves to be an outstanding spy. Assuming the identity of Xiao Zheng Guo, he infiltrates the BIS headquarters in Chongqing and embarks on a dangerous mission where a single mistake could be fatal. Despite never intending to betray his homeland, as a Chinese national, Chen Shan encounters Zhang Li, a woman with strong convictions, and gradually transforms into someone willing to sacrifice everything, even his own life, for the greater good of his country.

Recommendation: Code Name similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Code Name(代号)

2016China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerActionNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraDramaMilitaryPolice Officer Male Lead

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

In 1941, Feng Jiu Si, a young police officer stationed in the British Concession, witnessed the death of an underground member of the Chinese Communist Party. This incident led to him being suspected by the CCP. At the same time, the Japanese were in the process of eliminating anti-Japanese groups in Tianjin in preparation for taking control of the British-French concession. As an undercover member of the CCP within the police force, Feng Jiu Si must demonstrate his allegiance to the CCP while working to uncover the Japanese plot.

Recommendation: Justice Bao the Legend of Young similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Justice Bao the Legend of Young(新少年包拯)

2022China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesHistorical FigureJustice BaoLawSong Dynasty

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 44% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a series of strange enigmas, including "Blood Soul Forest," "Pouling Town," and "Ghost Valley," that Bao Zheng encountered during his journey to Beijing for an exam when he was young. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Jian Die similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Jian Die(剑谍)

2009China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSpy Male LeadWarChinese Republican EraSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Spy Male Lead, and War themes with a 43% similarity match.

Several individuals are vying to acquire a confidential file that holds significant value in securing influence in Shanghai. Numerous altercations arise between factions with varying political ideologies in their quest for this document.

Recommendation: Iron Masked Singer similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Iron Masked Singer(铁面歌女)

2010China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraRomance

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

Wealthy entrepreneur Bai Yi Ming took his soon-to-be wife, A Bu, to his stunning Rose Manor. A Bu experienced a series of strange occurrences and nightmares during their stay. Seeking answers, she turned to her fiance. Bai Yi Ming had a brief affair with a woman named Hu Yin Yin, promising to marry her before disappearing without a trace. Learning of her pregnancy, Hu Yin Yin traveled to Shanghai in search of Bai Yi Ming. Fate had other plans for her, as she was eventually taken care of and loved by musician Tao Da Wei. While Bai Yi Ming was involved with other women, Tao Da Wei and Hu Yin Yin faced many challenges together. They welcomed a set of twins, and Tao Da Wei discovered Hu Yin Yin's beautiful singing voice. Tragically, Hu Yin Yin was disfigured in a terrible accident, leading her to wear a mask. Their paths crossed again when Hu Yin Yin, now known as Hu Die, encountered Bai Yi Ming once more. Despite their shared history, Bai Yi Ming pursued Hu Die. However, their story did not have a happy ending, as it was eventually revealed that Hu Die had passed away.

Recommendation: Unshakable Faith similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Unshakable Faith(画眉)

2023China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraRomance

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

Amidst numerous challenges posed by U.S. and Jiang spy operatives, Police Officer Pang Hong Mei successfully rescued Ji Danyang, a patriotic scientist recently returned from the United States, from an enemy spy. Together, they traveled to Lumen City to take part in the "Water Drop Project." Enemy special forces devised a sabotage mission called "Operation Rock," mobilized their troops, and attempted to dismantle the "Water Drop Project." Pang Hong Mei and Ji Dan Yang engaged in a fierce battle with enemy agents in Lumen, thwarted their scheme, safeguarded the "Water Drop Project," and ultimately achieved the desired outcome. The pair, who endured a life-threatening ordeal, also fulfilled their aspirations and unwavering beliefs.

Recommendation: Zhui Bu Zhe similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Zhui Bu Zhe(追捕者)

2023China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWarWeb SeriesActionShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, War, and Web Series themes with a 43% similarity match.

During the initial phase of liberation, criminal activities by bandits and Kuomintang spies were widespread in East China. To effectively counter these reactionary forces, the Social Affairs Department of the East China Bureau mobilized skilled units and formed a specialized task force to probe significant cases in Jiangcheng, East China.

Recommendation: Crime Hunt similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Crime Hunt(法网缉凶)

2025China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesCold CasePolice Officer Male Lead

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 43% similarity match.

Detective Sun's investigation into a series of homicides connected to the shooting of his father reveals hidden secrets held by his partner Chu and a scheme orchestrated by Chief Gao to expose long-concealed truths. (TMDb)

Recommendation: The Long Way Home (2025) similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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The Long Way Home (2025)(轮廓中的真相)

2025China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesHuman TraffickingShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 43% similarity match.

Detective Gu Xin He and Forensic Artist Qi Chu team up with Zhao Shi's task force dedicated to combating human trafficking after uncovering a trafficking ring. As they investigate a series of unsolved cases, they focus their efforts on dismantling the infamous syndicate known as "Auntie Gui." Qi Chu takes on an undercover assignment, putting himself in grave danger, ultimately leading to the dismantling of the criminal network and revealing Auntie Gui's disturbing strategy of using trafficking profits to fuel further illegal activities.

Recommendation: Silver Lining similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Silver Lining(遮云)

2025China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length SeriesWeb Novel Adaptation

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 43% similarity match.

Chi Xia, a novice detective, becomes part of the Dongzhou City task force to delve into the enigmatic demise of her adoptive parents. Partnering with team leader Luo Xun, she leverages her acute psychological perception alongside his astute observational abilities to solve a number of complex cases. Together, they reveal a formidable criminal syndicate and restore justice to Dongzhou City.

Recommendation: The Truth Season 2 (2023) similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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The Truth Season 2 (2023)(凶案深处)

2023China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

A decade-old case had a significant impact on the lives of multiple individuals. After ten years, these people were unexpectedly brought together by fate and joined forces to unravel the mystery. The incident involved a woman falling to her death from a building. Xiao Yi, who was on duty at the time, soon realized there was a hidden secret behind the case, possibly connected to Captain Lu Guo Xun. As Xiao Yi and the team tackled various new cases, they transitioned from being strangers to becoming a cohesive unit. Along the way, Xiao Yi caught the eye of Bai Zhe, the victim's son from the unsolved case previously investigated by Lu Guo Xun. Xiao Yi discovered Bai Zhe was conducting his own investigation, using extreme methods that Xiao Yi tried to discourage. Despite this, Bai Zhe remained resolute in seeking his version of justice. Eventually, Xiao Yi unraveled the decade-old case, bringing all involved parties to account. However, their victory was short-lived as they uncovered another unexpected individual pulling the strings from behind the scenes.

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Endless Protection(无尽的尽头)

2025China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

Centered on safeguarding the rights of minors, this series follows the establishment of a special juvenile prosecution unit. Prosecutor Lin Zhi Tao and his assistant prosecutor Bai En Yu work together to combat the darkness within society for the well-being of children. Beginning with intrigue and concluding with redemption, the story unravels mysteries and brings peace, allowing nature to take its course. (WeTV)

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The Executioner (2015)(刀下留人)

2015Hong Kong
HistoricalInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Executioner Yip Sheung-luk has carried out numerous executions throughout his career. In order to protect the pregnant daughter-in-law of his benefactor, Yuen So-sam, Sheung-luk arranges for her to seek refuge in the capital with the well-known midwife Fa Yui-hung. A series of unusual murders occur, leading Sheung-luk to use his skills to save an innocent life. However, this act lands both Sheung-luk and Yui-hung in trouble with the royal court due to the mysterious origins of the baby boy. Despite facing challenges, the unlikely pair bond and form a strong relationship. Meanwhile, a young couple, Chek Tsz-chau and Chuk Siu-moon, who have spent most of their lives in a brothel, seek shelter at Yui-hung's residence. Siu-moon implores Sheung-luk to take Tsz-chau as his apprentice, but Tsz-chau's reckless nature threatens to derail their plans. The arrival of the enigmatic magician Szema Chau alters Sheung-luk's life forever. As the baby boy's true identity is revealed, everyone involved finds themselves in imminent danger.

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Persona(重影)

2025China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

One year after Qin Hong escaped from a homicide investigation, her body is discovered to be absent from the ocean. Despite having strong evidence and a confession, the case seems to be resolved, yet Detective Liu Wang is troubled by the absence of the body and questions whether Qin Hong is really deceased, sensing that there may be additional layers to the narrative.

Recommendation: Not a Murder Story similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Not a Murder Story(非殺人小說)

2024Taiwan
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Dong, a hopeful actor who is presented with a rare chance for stardom, wakes up next to a deceased woman named Meng. With no recollection of the previous night, Dong is determined to overcome this obstacle. He cleans the area and stages it to look like a failed robbery, inadvertently leaving behind evidence. As the police investigate the crime scene, it becomes clear that all the tenants in the building are harboring secrets. Identifying the cause of Meng's death proves challenging, as each person appears to have a possible motive for the murder.

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Red Poppy(红罂粟)

2004China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Recommendation: Walking on the Tip similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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Walking on the Tip(刀尖上行走)

2011China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerWarNovel AdaptationChinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraKuomintang (KMT)Second Sino-Japanese War

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, Thriller, and War themes with a 41% similarity match.

Based on Mai Jia's novel "Dao Jian," the following information has been derived.

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The Case Solver Season 3(拆案III)

2023China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesChinese Republican EraCEO Male LeadForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic SciencePolice Inspector Male Lead

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 41% similarity match.

The story takes place during a chaotic time in Shanghai, China, amidst the Republic of China. In this tumultuous period, the forensic doctor Che Su Wei and the sophisticated detective Gu Yuan find themselves caught up in different conflicting powers. Deputy Inspector Kang Yi Chen, along with the spirited reporter Cao Qing Luo, join forces to solve a series of strange and intriguing cases, uncovering the truth along the way.

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The Black Rose (2009)(黑玫瑰)

2009China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerWarChinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraDramaRevolutionSpy Supporting Character

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, Thriller, and War themes with a 41% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Case Solver Season 2 similar to A Lonely Hero’s Journey
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The Case Solver Season 2(拆案II)

2022China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesChinese Republican EraCEO Male LeadForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic SciencePolice Inspector Male Lead

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 41% similarity match.

The drama takes place during the tumultuous era of the Republic of China in Shanghai. Shanghai's thriving city of Shiliyangchang, known as the "Enchanted Capital of the Orient" in the 1930s, was filled with hidden perplexing and unimaginable criminal incidents. Gu Yuan, recently promoted to chief inspector, teams up with the renowned female forensic doctor Che Su Wei and Kang Yi Chen, the president of the Shanghai First Chamber of Commerce, to investigate peculiar and mysterious cases together.

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Nose of Tool(刀尖)

2017China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerWarNovel AdaptationBiological WarfareChinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, Thriller, and War themes with a 41% similarity match.

Based on the book "Dao Jian" written by the renowned Chinese author of spy thrillers, Mai Jia.

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Blue Blind(青盲)

2011China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraKuomintang (KMT)Prison Escape

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

This drama is the pioneering production in China to explore the jailbreak theme in both film and television. Referred to as the "Chinese equivalent of jailbreak", it centers around a thrilling death game during a war. The storyline focuses on a daring escape following a series of deadly challenges. The narrative unfolds with the arrival of skilled jailbreakers, engaging in a series of intricate and clever escape attempts within a dark prison. This adaptation is based on Zhang Hai Fan's novel "Blue Blind Escape".

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The Wind Blows from Longxi(风起陇西)

2022China
CrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysteryWarNovel AdaptationCorruptionHidden IdentitySpy Supporting CharacterThree Kingdoms

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, and War themes with a 41% similarity match.

In the conflict between Wei and Shu, the Shu forces emerged victorious by utilizing their expertly crafted crossbows. To acquire this formidable weapon, the Wei kingdom deployed a multitude of spies to infiltrate and steal from Shu. Among these spies were Chen Gong and Xun Xu, who had successfully embedded themselves in Wei for many years. Upon uncovering Wei's scheme, they decided to split up in order to thwart it. While Chen Gong remained in Wei to gather intelligence, Xun Xu returned to Shu to conduct his own investigation. During his inquiry, Xun Xu identified the culprit behind the theft of the crossbows as Mei Chong. He also uncovered a highly skilled spy named Zhu Long, who was poised to execute the Qing Ping plan within Shu's borders. Xun Xu crafted a plan to ensnare Mei Chong, using this opportunity to dismantle the spy network operating within the Shu kingdom.

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Original Sin (2024)(原罪)

2024China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadPolice Officer Male LeadShort Length Series

Like A Lonely Hero’s Journey, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 40% similarity match.

The plot revolves around forensic specialist Dai Yu, who refuses to remove his gloves, and detective Zheng Ming, who hesitates to use his gun. Together, they team up to combat crime and undergo personal growth along the way.