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Animals(アニマルズ)

2022Japan
Bickering Mains' RelationshipBusinessCEO Supporting CharacterDramaFriendshipLove SquareMakeoverModel Supporting CharacterOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManPhotographer Supporting CharacterRomanceWorkplace Setting

Shikamori Umi is a stressed-out office worker who is constantly pushed to her limits by her demanding boss. Despite being told she is vital to the company, Umi struggles to find time for herself and gets very little sleep. During a live broadcast, Umi falls asleep, leading to a viral moment where she is dubbed the 'sleeping AD' and her boss is criticized as 'old-fashioned'. Feeling unhappy with her current situation, Umi decides to make a change and joins a makeup agency called Animal Beauty as an intern. There, she meets Kazao, a friendly photographer, and Sakaki Keisuke, the attractive CEO. As Umi works hard to improve herself, will she also find love and overcome her challenges?

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Recommendation: It's Hard to Be a Lady similar to Animals
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It's Hard to Be a Lady(当个大小姐真难)

2020China
DramaFriendshipOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingArranged Marriage

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Office Worker Female Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 36% similarity match.

Lu Qing Qing, a recent addition to a magazine as an intern, finds herself facing opposition from Yao Man Qian but receives encouragement from her coworkers. Her mother, who owns a martial arts school, attempts to set up a marriage between Lu Qing Qing and Wei Sheng Lan. However, Lu unintentionally insults Wei's mother, leading to her being sent to a monastery to learn proper manners. While there, she forms a bond with Lin Yue, who assists her in overcoming obstacles. With Lin's help, Lu Qing Qing returns to the workplace, prepared to take on new challenges.

Recommendation: Anego (2005) similar to Animals
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Anego (2005)(アネゴ)

2005Japan
BusinessDramaOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingNovel AdaptationAge GapAge GapCo-workers' RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstOffice SettingOffice Worker Male Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 32% similarity match.

Naoko Noda, an employee at a trading company, is affectionately referred to as "anego" by her younger colleagues. The term "anego" translates to "older sister", but in this context, it is used as a nickname for Naoko due to her role as a supportive figure who offers guidance to her coworkers. This series authentically portrays Naoko's daily experiences, including her romantic relationships, personal challenges, and uncertainties about the future.

Recommendation: Fighting Youth similar to Animals
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Fighting Youth(正青春)

2021China
BusinessDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapCosmetic IndustryOffice Setting

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

This drama follows the journey of Zhang Xiao Yu, a fresh face in the corporate world, as she impresses Lin Rui, the sales division director at a well-known cosmetics company, with her exceptional skills. Lin Rui has gained recognition from the board of directors at SW, a cosmetics company based in France, for her numerous accomplishments as the sales director. She is on track to succeed her boss, Shu Wan Ting, but faces obstacles along the way. To protect her position, Shu Wan Ting enlists Fang Jing, Lin Rui's competitor, to oversee a new department. Zhang Xiao Yu enters the picture as Lin Rui's secretary and becomes entangled in the office politics. Despite the challenges she faces, Zhang Xiao Yu flourishes in her career and finds love amidst the chaos.

Recommendation: Mushroom Law similar to Animals
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Mushroom Law(发酵吧,创业菌!)

2018China
BusinessFriendshipRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

A tale of young entrepreneurs from the post-90s generation. When a group of six individuals join forces, they rely on their own abilities rather than their privileged backgrounds to pursue their aspirations. Qiao Xi Man, a successful student in the US, decides to leave school against her mother's wishes in order to start a new business in China with her boyfriend, Hao Fan, and Song Shang Ji. Despite fitting the stereotype of a wealthy young person, Song Shang Ji is willing to make sacrifices for his dreams, even if it means facing disapproval from his family. With a talent for programming, he is determined and confident in his pursuit of success.

Recommendation: Game of Wisdom similar to Animals
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Game of Wisdom(大博弈)

2022China
BusinessDramaFriendshipWorkplace Setting

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Due to mismanagement, Northern Machinery Corporation was facing financial difficulties. Sun He Ping, who had experience as an overseas sales manager in Southeast Asia, was urgently brought back to become the director of the company. With a strong background in international markets, Sun He Ping decided to align Northern Machinery Plant with Hanzhong Group, led by his former classmate Yang Liu. This move allowed him to implement significant and innovative changes within the organization.

Recommendation: Thirty Something similar to Animals
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Thirty Something(我的30定律)

2015Taiwan
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomance

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

At a crossroads in her career and personal life, a 30-year-old woman named He Mei Liang faces the challenge of starting over. Despite expecting to be thriving in her career, He Mei Liang unexpectedly loses her job in medical equipment sales due to her inability to assert herself. Feeling defeated, she decides to pursue a career in insurance sales, a field she once looked down upon. Determined to succeed, He Mei Liang partners with experienced insurance salesman You Zi Jie, who guides her through the ins and outs of the industry. Can Zi Jie assist He Mei Liang in rebuilding her life and career?

Recommendation: Best Get Going similar to Animals
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Best Get Going(加油吧实习生)

2015China
BusinessDramaFriendshipLove SquareRomanceWorkplace SettingCollege To Working LifeEnemies To LoversFrenemyFriends To LoversLifeMultiple CouplesRich Man-Poor WomanWorkplace Romance

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, Love Square, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

Navigating adulthood can be overwhelming. A close-knit group of friends consisting of Song Nuan, Zhou Ge Ge, Ruo Han, and Ning Ba La are classmates and roommates embarking on internships as they approach graduation. Zhao Xiao Chuan, employed in the IT field, harbors feelings for Ge Ge, who is more interested in his close friend, Zhang Sheng. Zhang Sheng, the son of a wealthy family, is under immense pressure from his mother to gain real-world experience. However, he finds joy in teasing Song Nuan, who is resilient in the face of adversity. As they confront work and family obstacles, will the friends be able to support each other through the challenges of adulthood?

Recommendation: Best Arrangement (2018) similar to Animals
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Best Arrangement (2018)(最好的安排)

2018China
BusinessDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceRestaurant

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

In the summer of 2011, Zhao Zi Hui finds herself in a romantic relationship with her employer, Yan Ruo Qiu. However, her grandmother falls ill and travels from Dongbei to Shanghai for medical treatment. Around the same time, Yan Ruo Qiu's former wife returns, hoping to reconcile with him. Amidst these challenges, Zi Hui encounters Xu Tian at the hospital, who proposes they open a restaurant together. Initially dismissing it as a joke, Zi Hui eventually recognizes Xu Tian's determination and courage, leading them to establish a restaurant together. As they work closely and bond over time, their relationship blossoms beyond just business partners.

Recommendation: Miss Devil: HR's Devil Mako Tsubaki similar to Animals
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Miss Devil: HR's Devil Mako Tsubaki(Missデビル 人事の悪魔・椿眞子)

2018Japan
BusinessDramaOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManWorkplace SettingBadass Female LeadLawMiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Male Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

Saito Hiroshi, a compassionate individual raised in a supportive household, is about to embark on a career at a well-established insurance firm. On his first day, he encounters the stringent HR staff member, Tsubaki Mako. The new hires begin a two-week training period, during which Mako instructs them to compose a "retirement wish" as their initial task. Mako informs the group that only 10 out of the 50 recruits will be selected to continue after the training.

Recommendation: Wild Bloom similar to Animals
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Wild Bloom(风吹半夏)

2022China
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomanceWorkplace Setting1990sNovel AdaptationAge GapEmotionally Strong Female LeadMetal Industry

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

In the 1990s, Xu Ban Xia demonstrated remarkable vision and strength as she navigated through challenges in the male-dominated steel industry. Despite losing her mother at birth and receiving no care from her father, Xu Ban Xia grew into a resilient, proud, and fearless individual. Together with her friends Xiao Chen and TongXiao Qi, she entered the scrap steel transportation business, facing numerous difficulties with her adventurous spirit and practical approach. Despite the industry's male dominance, Xu Ban Xia managed to overcome obstacles and even survive life-threatening situations. Eventually, she expanded her business internationally, demonstrating a sharp market sense and a commitment to personal growth while also finding love.

Recommendation: Tie the Knot similar to Animals
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Tie the Knot(媽咪的男朋友)

2014Taiwan
BusinessDramaFriendshipOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceComedyFamilyIndependent Female LeadMultiple MainsNice Male Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

In life, things do not always go according to plan. Li Xiao Mei, a successful manager at a wedding consulting company, discovers she needs to undergo a procedure to remove her uterus. In order to fulfill her dream of having a child, Xiao Mei decides to use a sperm donor before the operation. Meanwhile, a wedding dress designer named Liu Zi Jun falls for Xiao Mei and competes for her affection against her new boss, Huang Shi Jia. Who will Xiao Mei ultimately choose to marry?

Recommendation: Brand similar to Animals
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Brand(ブランド)

2000Japan
BusinessDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapArranged RelationshipBoss-Employee RelationshipFashion IndustryWorkplace Romance

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

Miki Imai stars as Midori, a successful executive in the fashion industry who is starting to question if there is more to life than just her career. Her colleague and former flame, Eisaku Yoshida, suggests that she needs to settle down and start a family, but Midori believes that her search for meaning goes much deeper than that. As she ponders the purpose of her existence, Midori crosses paths with Koichiro, the heir to a renowned tea ceremony dynasty, who has always known his place in the world. Despite his family's expectations, Koichiro decides to pursue a career in the fashion industry, where he falls for an older woman. This unexpected romance leads him on a journey of self-discovery and exploration of different career paths.

Recommendation: Lotus Rain similar to Animals
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Lotus Rain(蓮花雨)

2009China
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomanceMelodramaTime Skip

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

On December 20, 1999, China regained control of Macau. The members of the music group Lotus Rain - Qiao Zi Liang, Tong Jie, and Lan Yong Ren - all graduated from high school that same year. Tong Jie went to England for further studies, Qiao Zi Liang attended university in Guangzhou, and Yong Ren enrolled in a police academy in Macau. When Tong Jie returned to Macau four years later, he was surprised to learn that Yong Ren had switched careers from a police officer to a bartender. Zi Liang reconnected with classmates from Macau and Guangzhou, including Tong Zhen and Xiao Yao. Tong Jie's twin sister, Tong Zhen, and Xiao Yao both developed feelings for Zi Liang without realizing they were both interested in the same person. Yan Ming Ming, the daughter of Hong Kong's Yan Enterprises, visited Macau and purchased a significant amount of property owned by Tong Shan He. Tong Shan He arranged for his son, Tong Jie, to interact with the Yan family, only to discover that Yan Tian, the head of Yan Enterprises, had a longstanding feud with him from 20 years ago. Tong Shan He realized that Yan Tian's real motive for buying property in Macau was to seek revenge against him.

Recommendation: Sweet Life (2021) similar to Animals
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Sweet Life (2021)(甜蜜)

2021China
BusinessDramaRomanceWorkplace SettingFamilyStrong Female Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Tian Mi once lived a luxurious and happy life as a spoiled young woman, until her husband, Liu De'en, passed away suddenly, leaving her with a significant amount of debt. Her life took a drastic turn for the worse overnight. With the help of Chang Sheng, a private banker, Tian Mi found the courage to start the journey towards paying off her debts. Through hard work over the years, Tian Mi became financially independent and skilled in managing her finances. Together, Tian Mi and Chang Sheng established a company specializing in wealth management, where their mutual support and encouragement eventually led to the blossoming of love between the two kind-hearted individuals.

Recommendation: Dream (2024) similar to Animals
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Dream (2024)(创想季)

2024China
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomanceChasing A DreamEntrepreneur Male Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Four university friends reunite post-graduation and make a collective decision to launch a business venture. They aim to cater to the needs of struggling Beijing tenants by combining the innovative mindset of the Internet era with a fresh business approach. Through teamwork, perseverance, and overcoming various obstacles, they eventually succeed in realizing their aspirations.

Recommendation: Central Affairs similar to Animals
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Central Affairs(情陷夜中環)

2005Hong Kong
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomanceFamilyMelodrama

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

"Season" Sum Si Sun's lawyer license is revoked due to an error, leading her to transition to a role as an insurance sales representative at MIG. While working there, she encounters "Queenie" Yu Chi San, her supervisor known for using deceitful tactics to reach her objectives, "Johnny" Hon Ji Kin, a colleague who ignites something within her, and "Charles" Kwan Cheuk Hong, the former boyfriend of her mentor. As Season becomes more involved with MIG, her relationships become more complex, causing her to gradually adopt a cold and manipulative demeanor. The question remains: will she accomplish her ultimate goal?

Recommendation: Central Affairs Season 2 similar to Animals
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Central Affairs Season 2(情陷夜中环 II)

2006Hong Kong
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomanceFamilyMelodrama

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Gong So, a pawnshop proprietor in Hong Kong, marries a female employee Dung Ji Su from Guang Zhou, China, in a typical cross-border marriage of the 1980s. However, they do not stay together post-marriage and continue with their separate lives. Meanwhile, Ji Su gives birth to two adorable daughters, Gong Hoi Chiu and Gong Hoi Lan. After several attempts, Ji Su and her daughters finally receive approval to relocate to Hong Kong. Just as they are preparing to make the move, Ji Su is robbed at the train station. Robert Chui Chi Man, the gang member Ji Su encounters at the station, assists her in pursuing the robbers, leaving Hoi Lan under the care of her older sister Hoi Chiu. The situation takes a turn for the worse when Hoi Lan is kidnapped amidst the commotion! Hoi Chiu chooses not to seek assistance, despite being able to prevent the unfortunate incident.

Recommendation: Riders: Catch Tomorrow similar to Animals
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Riders: Catch Tomorrow(라이더스: 내일을 잡아라)

2015South Korea
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomanceFriends To LoversLife

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Cha Ki Joon is a highly educated young man who embarks on his career with an impressive entry-level position at a major company. However, he finds himself dissatisfied with his life. In a spontaneous decision, Ki Joon chooses to resign from his job and launch a new venture alongside his childhood friends, Yoon So Dam and Go Tae Ra. So Dam has been juggling various part-time positions while pursuing her dream of becoming an illustrator. Tae Ra, a former competitive cyclist, opts to join Ki Joon in his entrepreneurial endeavor, which involves creating rickshaws of all things. As the trio navigates the challenges of adulthood, evolving friendships, and emerging romantic connections, can their unconventional business thrive?

Recommendation: May-December Love Season 2 similar to Animals
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May-December Love Season 2(小丈夫)

2016China
DramaFriendshipOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceAge GapAge GapFamily

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Yao Lan, a serious and mature woman of 33, falls deeply in love with the lively and romantic Lu Xiao Bei, who is nine years her junior. Can they navigate the obstacles in their path and find happiness together? (Viki)

Recommendation: Dear Designer similar to Animals
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Dear Designer(亲爱的设计师)

2020China
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingFashion Designer Female LeadFashion IndustryFriends To EnemiesGhost Designer Female LeadMelodramaRich Male Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 26% similarity match.

Fashion designer Shen Tian Tian is taken under the wing of renowned fashion icon Li Man Li and begins her career as an anonymous designer for Li's daughter, Tang Guo Er

Recommendation: Muchaburi!: Watashi ga Shachou ni Naru nante similar to Animals
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Muchaburi!: Watashi ga Shachou ni Naru nante(ムチャブリ! わたしが社長になるなんて)

2022Japan
BusinessDramaOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipLove TriangleMiniseriesOffice SettingSecretary Female LeadWorkplace Romance

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 26% similarity match.

Takanashi Hinako, a 30-year-old woman working as a secretary at Relation Gate for 8 years, is often given challenging tasks by the company's dynamic president. This has kept her single for the last 6 years and occupied her time, leaving her little opportunity to plan for the future. Unexpectedly, the president assigns her a daunting new challenge - to become the president of the company's subsidiary. (News Yahoo)

Recommendation: The Gravity of a Rainbow similar to Animals
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The Gravity of a Rainbow(彩虹的重力)

2019China
DramaFriendshipOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceCity SettingDisapproving ParentLove Triangle

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Office Worker Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

A tale of three contemporary women who face different challenges in their professional lives, leading to shifts in their relationships and quest for love. He Cai Hong is determined to find her ideal partner and ends up falling for the versatile professor Ji Huang, with whom she shares common interests. However, Cai Hong's mother disapproves of her daughter's choice as she is set on having Su Dong Lin, a wealthy man, as her future son-in-law. Meanwhile, Xia Feng loses his job, prompting Cai Hong to assist Han Qing. Due to a mix-up, Han Qing lands a job at Xia Feng's former company and excels in her new role, becoming a formidable rival for Cai Hong's friend Lili and straining the trio's friendship. Witnessing the consequences of the decisions made by those around her, Cai Hong ultimately makes her own choice, which garners the support of her loved ones.

Recommendation: Underwear similar to Animals
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Underwear(アンダーウェア)

2015Japan
BusinessDramaModel Supporting CharacterWorkplace SettingCEO Female LeadFashion Designer Supporting CharacterFashion Industry

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Model Supporting Character, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Tokita Mayuko, a passionate enthusiast of textiles, studied textile technology in university. She and her friend Kouno Yuri relocated to Tokyo where they both secured positions in Ginza. Mayuko aspires to innovate new fabric varieties, but finds herself working in a high-end handmade lingerie boutique named Emotion due to a mix-up. Her supervisor Nanjo Mayumi, a renowned figure in the Japanese lingerie sector, criticizes her style as unsophisticated and not in line with the company's aesthetic, prompting her to make changes. Initially resistant, Mayuko gradually grows fond of her work and the brand.

Recommendation: One Page Love similar to Animals
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One Page Love(1ページの恋)

2019Japan
DramaFriendshipLove SquareRomanceFirst LoveReverse-HaremUnrequited Love

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Love Square, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

At the age of 17, Minase Akari visited Uki Island for a family trip and developed feelings for Morita Ikumi, the son of the guesthouse owner. They both confessed their love for each other while witnessing a rare meteor shower that occurs every four years. They made a pact to reunite at the same location four years later. However, on the agreed-upon day, Ikumi was nowhere to be found despite Akari's arrival. Instead, Hoshino Aritoshi appeared with a camera. Aritoshi is known for his charm with women, but he is also likable. Akari has had a passion for drawing since childhood and continues to maintain a sketchbook. Although she has secured a job offer from a design company, she struggles to determine the specific type of work she desires. Her childhood friend, Inui Yamato, advises her to take her time and discover her true calling. The question remains: which of the two men will Akari choose? (Jdrama Weblog)

Recommendation: Super Rookie similar to Animals
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Super Rookie(신입사원)

2005South Korea
BusinessDramaRomanceWorkplace SettingComedyOffice SettingOffice Worker Male Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Super Rookie is a witty comedy that inspires and empowers young individuals facing challenging times. The narrative follows a young man named Kang Ho, who unexpectedly lands a position at a prestigious firm, LK, due to a glitch in the computer system. Lacking a notable family or educational background, he is often viewed as a slacker by conventional standards. To make matters worse, he appears to dedicate his life to reading comic books, playing cards, and kickboxing. Nonetheless, he possesses a vibrant spirit, street smarts, athleticism, loyalty, and charm, particularly around women. The drama unfolds his journey into this new role, his experiences at work, and the relationships and passions that shape his life in an engaging manner. Despite the challenges he faces, he remains undeterred. Kang Ho's optimistic attitude, along with Mi Ok's determination to enhance her circumstances, offers today's youth a chance to reflect on their own lives and consider what is genuinely significant.

Recommendation: Hataraki Man similar to Animals
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Hataraki Man(働きマン)

2007Japan
DramaOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaEditor Female LeadEntertainment IndustryLifeOffice SettingTeamworkWorkplace Romance

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Matsukata Hiroko is a magazine editor who leads a hectic life. Despite being a typical 28-year-old woman who enjoys spending time with her boyfriend Shinji, following fashion trends, and maintaining a private life, she fully devotes herself to her job when in work mode. This dedication has earned her the nickname "Hataraki Man" from her colleagues. Despite her success at work, Matsukata still feels unfulfilled. (NTV)

Recommendation: Women in Taipei similar to Animals
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Women in Taipei(台北女子圖鑒)

2022Taiwan
DramaFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingBiographicalFamilyWeb Series

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yi Shan, a young woman from Tainan, dreams of visiting Taipei

Recommendation: Doki no Sakura similar to Animals
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Doki no Sakura(同期のサクラ)

2019Japan
DramaFriendshipOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManEccentric Female LeadFamilyMiniseries

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Office Worker Female Lead, and Older Woman-Younger Man themes with a 25% similarity match.

Sakura was raised on a secluded island and harbors a strong desire to construct a bridge connecting her community. In 2009, she becomes a member of a prominent construction firm and eagerly shares her ambition with her coworkers. Sakura's unwavering dedication to realizing her dream inspires those around her at the company.

Recommendation: Flying Mode of Love similar to Animals
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Flying Mode of Love(爱的飞行模式)

2020China
BusinessDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingAerospace IndustryAviation IndustryDeathDeath Of A MotherFlight Attendant Female LeadLifePlane Setting

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

A love story unfolds between a mature woman and a young man both employed in the aviation industry. To honor his deceased mother's desires, Li Qianyun conquers his fear of heights with the support of flight attendant He Xiaoxiao. (Chinesedrama.info)

Recommendation: Jitenshaya-san no Takahashi-kun similar to Animals
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Jitenshaya-san no Takahashi-kun(自転車屋さんの高橋くん)

2022Japan
DramaOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingCharacter DevelopmentMother-Daughter RelationshipOffice SettingOffice Worker Supporting CharacterShy Female LeadSingle Mother-Father Supporting CharacterStraightforward Male Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

The story revolves around the romantic relationship between Takahashi Ryohei, a compassionate young delinquent who manages a bike store, and Hanno Tomoko, a reserved 30-year-old office employee.

Recommendation: Love By Design similar to Animals
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Love By Design(必勝練習生)

2016Taiwan
DramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipCEO Male LeadWorkplace Romance

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

After being let go from her long-time job, Li Shu Fen struggles to secure new employment. Desperate for work, she leverages her youthful appearance to land a position as a 25-year-old newcomer at a prominent fashion company by fibbing about her age. As she navigates her new role, she crosses paths with the company's president, risking exposure of her deception. Will Shu Fen be able to maintain her facade in pursuit of her dream to become a fashion designer?

Recommendation: Konya wa Konoji de similar to Animals
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Konya wa Konoji de(今夜はコの字で)

2020Japan
DramaFriendshipOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingNovel AdaptationAdvertising Agency SettingFoodLifeOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRestaurant

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Office Worker Female Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yoshioka Toshinori, a 28-year-old worker at an advertising firm, leads a hectic life constantly shuttling between his workplace and home. One day, he encounters his former colleague, Tanaka Keiko, who suggests that visiting a U-shaped bar might be just the thing he needs. With newfound bravery, Toshinori steps through the door and is greeted by a fantastical realm unlike any he has ever experienced.

Recommendation: The Ladder of Love similar to Animals
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The Ladder of Love(爱的阶梯)

2016China
BusinessFriendshipLove SquareRomanceWorkplace SettingArranged MarriageConspiracyHeir Male LeadMelodramaPower StruggleRivalryUnrequited LoveWorkplace Politics

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Love Square, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Being born into wealth comes with its own set of challenges. Zhang Hao Tian, the inheritor of a major company, finds himself surrounded by plots and schemes aimed at undermining him. Despite his affection for Chen Qiu Yan, Hao Tian is forced into a marriage with Song Zi Han, with Luo Shan unable to prevent it. Meanwhile, Hao Tian's college buddies, Lu Feng and Chu Yao Hui, encounter their own obstacles as they strive to find fulfillment in their lives.

Recommendation: Office Watch Season 3 similar to Animals
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Office Watch Season 3(오피스워치 시즌3)

2019South Korea
DramaOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyEccentric Female LeadEccentric Male LeadOffice SettingShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative surrounding the advertisement planning team at WHYNOT Communications reveals a group that often disregards company directives. Instead of focusing on their tasks, they prioritize gossip over work and relationships over career advancement.

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Kemono ni Narenai Watashitachi(獣になれない私たち)

2018Japan
BusinessDramaFriendshipOffice Worker Female LeadWorkplace SettingAccountant Male LeadAccountingClingy ExImmature Male LeadLifeLovers To FriendsOffice SettingSlight Comedy

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, Office Worker Female Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Shinkai Akira, a 30-year-old woman, is known for her constant smile and exceptional work performance. She is known for her caring nature towards others. Nemoto Kosei, a 33-year-old accountant, is well-liked by women for his friendly demeanor. Despite this, he struggles with trust and forming romantic connections. Akira and Kosei cross paths at a bar and are drawn to each other.

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The Queen of Office(직장의 신)

2013South Korea
BusinessDramaOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingArrogant Male LeadComedyContract Employee Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadEx Comes BackEx-couple RelationshipFood IndustryOffice Setting

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

This drama revolves around Miss Kim, a prominent contract worker whose charm is so powerful that not even a top-level executive can sway her. She finds herself in conflict with the elite Jang Kyu Jik.

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Wish Woosh Season 2(우웅우웅2)

2019South Korea
DramaOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyConfident Female LeadMiniseriesOffice SettingShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

The story revolves around Min Ji Woo and her thoughts and anxieties about love. She is a diligent, self-assured, and almost flawless employee. However, everything changes when a new colleague arrives at her workplace, disrupting her life completely.

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Kore wa Keihi de Ochimasen!(これは経費で落ちません!)

2019Japan
BusinessOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingNovel AdaptationComedyMale Chases Female FirstMiniseriesOffice SettingSingle Female LeadTeamworkWorkplace Romance

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Office Worker Female Lead, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative focuses on the everyday experiences of Sana Morikawa, a 30-year-old unmarried woman employed in the financial division of a soap manufacturing company

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All the Way to the Sun(一路朝阳)

2023China
BusinessDramaOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapChasing A DreamDifficult AdulthoodDysfunctional MarriageLawyer Female LeadLifePast FailureReal Estate Agent Supporting Character

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Li Mu Jia, a determined young woman from Beidiao, rose through the ranks from an assistant to a successful attorney at a prestigious law firm in Beijing

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To Be a Brave One(致勇敢的你)

2022China
BusinessDramaFriendshipOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceBetrayed By A Significant OtherBoss-Employee RelationshipChildhood ConnectionEmotionally Strong Male LeadHealthy Mains’ RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstMultiple CouplesSlight Comedy

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

An Yu, a once beautiful and talented girl born into a wealthy family, faced a devastating loss when her father passed away amidst allegations of financial wrongdoing. Following a four-year prison sentence, she was released and given a fresh start under the discreet protection of Shao Mo Li. An Yu gradually uncovered the truth behind her family's downfall, discovering a betrayal orchestrated by her ex-husband Zhou Yuan, her uncle Lin Zhan Hong, and other deceitful individuals. During their childhood, An Yu shielded Shao Mo Li from bullying at the orphanage, and now, as adults, he remained by her side as a loyal guardian.

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Oshi no Oujisama(推しの王子様)

2021Japan
BusinessMakeoverOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingCohabitationComedyCEO Female LeadGame Designer Male LeadNaive Male LeadSuccessful Female LeadVideo Game IndustryYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Makeover, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Izumi Hidaka, aged 36, serves as the CEO of the startup gaming company, Pegasus Ink. In the past, she created the game Love My Pegasus, which garnered significant popularity among its target audience of women. Izumi has since developed a keen interest in the character Kento-sama from the game. One night, Izumi encounters Wataru Igarashi, who bears a striking resemblance to Kento-sama, while inebriated. Despite their physical similarities, Izumi is taken aback by Wataru's lack of resemblance to her idealized game character in terms of manners, culture, and personality. Wataru Igarashi is 23 years old.

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Dal Ja's Spring(달자의 봄)

2007South Korea
BusinessDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapAirhead Female LeadComedyContract RelationshipEnemies To FriendsIndependent Female LeadSlice Of LifeTime Skip

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

The drama seeks to humorously and honestly depict the experiences and relentless quest for love of a single woman in her thirties. It also sheds light on the careers and lives of women in this age group, centering on Dal Ja, a 33-year-old gifted managing director at a home shopping network, who faces a pivotal decision about remaining single or marrying before she ages further. Tae Bong, a handsome man six years her junior, takes on the role of her pretend boyfriend. Gi Jung represents an individual who aspires to a perfect and logical romance. The love triangle involving Dal Ja, Tae Bong, and Gi Jung creates tension between the concepts of love and marriage.

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Meet in Youth Love in Foods(像我们一样年轻)

2018China
Bickering Mains' RelationshipBusinessFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingArtist Male LeadChef Female LeadChildhood Friends RelationshipFoodLifeMultiple CouplesRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor Woman

Like Animals, this drama also features Bickering Mains' Relationship, Business, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

A tale follows the journey of an artist and a chef as they bravely pursue their aspirations despite facing various challenges. Their ambitions become entangled in a family conflict over inheritance. Gao Xing, a skilled artist who sells his artwork online, remains unaffected by his billionaire parents' wealth as he dedicates himself to perfecting his skills. Yang Xiao Rou, a culinary prodigy, joins forces with Gao Xing from different backgrounds and temperaments to navigate the power struggles within the Gao Family while working towards opening a top-tier restaurant. (ChineseDrama.info) - Two versions available: 36 episodes (TV) // 42 episodes (DVD)

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Running After the Love(大猫儿追爱记)

2015China
DramaOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterWorkplace Romance

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

The storyline revolves around a group of young individuals transitioning into the workforce, experiencing the ups and downs of life, and ultimately discovering their own paths and love stories. (Le.com)

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Useless Her(下午一点的她)

2020China
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomanceFamilySismanceSlice Of LifeWeb Series

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Xiao Wen and Su Xi initially did not get along, but soon realized they shared similar traits and fears. Xiao Wen has not received her salary from work for six months, and her father has moved on with a new partner, Zhu Yun, shortly after her mother's tragic accident. Xiao Wen blames herself for her mother's death after ignoring her mother's phone call, leading to the accident at her grandmother's house. Su Xi, on the other hand, is a perfectionist who has struggled with her parents' divorce, feeling abandoned by her mother and sorry for her father. Despite their differences, Xiao Wen and Su Xi eventually transition from dislike to empathy and eventually become a source of support for each other. Life may not always be perfect, but moving forward with positivity is key.

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Dream House (2022)(新居之约)

2022China
BusinessDramaRomanceWorkplace SettingEnemies To LoversFamilyInterior Designer Male LeadManager Male Lead

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Yang Guang is the head of a small business specializing in interior decorating. His main goal is to support himself and his family. However, his leniency towards his relatives led to significant problems. He eventually joins a larger firm as a project manager, where he meets the talented designer Chen Xi. Initially, Yang Guang and Chen Xi clash due to a misunderstanding, coming from completely different backgrounds. Despite this, they discover a strong synergy while collaborating on a project. Through their work together, they overcome their initial biases and form a successful partnership. The challenges they face in the industry only strengthen their resolve to create the perfect homes for their clients. As they work tirelessly towards this goal, their professional success grows and their relationship blossoms.

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Strength to Fly(将爱之因为爱情)

2022China
BusinessDramaFriendshipRomanceCampus SettingLifeMultiple MainsWinery

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Four female friends, Chen Yi Xin, Zhu Dan Ke, Du Shan, and Qiao Xiao Xuan, were nearing the end of their time in university. To celebrate their youth, they decided to create a batch of wine together. As they embarked on this project, their lives took an unexpected turn when they became entangled with a winery and encountered a dubious wine seller. Through wisdom, faith, love, and friendship, they were able to find their true path in life.

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Dream Chaser League(追梦者联盟)

2022China
DramaFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingChasing A DreamComedyMultiple MainsYouth

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A contemporary play follows the journeys of six young individuals as they passionately pursue their dreams. (DramaWiki)

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Tokyo, Aidano, Koidano(東京、愛だの、恋だの)

2021Japan
DramaFriendshipOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceLifeMiniseriesNice Female LeadWeb Series

Like Animals, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Office Worker Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

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Ryosangata Riko: Saigo no Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki(量産型リコ -最後のプラモ女子の人生組み立て記-)

2024Japan
BusinessDramaOffice Worker Female LeadWorkplace SettingFamilyLifeMiniseriesSisters' Relationship

Like Animals, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Worker Female Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Komukai Riko, the second daughter in the family, has an older sister known for her strength and a younger sister who is more carefree. After briefly working in Tokyo, Riko returned to her parents' home following her grandfather's passing. While sorting through her belongings on the rooftop where the family gathered for the first time in four years, Riko discovered an unfinished plastic model. With the guidance of Yassan, she visited the Yajima model shop frequented by her grandfather and decided to try her hand at building her first plastic model. Feeling a deeper connection to her grandfather and family, Riko made the decision to spend the summer at her parents' house to fulfill her grandfather's unaccomplished wishes.