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Anna: Extended Version(안나: 확장판)

2022South Korea
Abusive TeacherBrave Female LeadDramaElectionsFinancial CrimeLifeMiniseriesMute Supporting CharacterProfessor Female LeadReporter Supporting CharacterSuspenseThrillerWhite-Collar Crime

Yu Mi's life takes a drastic turn after a small deception triggers a series of events. She is married to Ji Hun, a driven and ambitious man, leading her into a world that is not what she had anticipated. Her only reliable support comes from her friend Ji Won. On the other hand, Hyun Joo lives a privileged life, seemingly unaffected by the challenges faced by others. This story is adapted from the novel "Chinmilhan Ibangin" by Jung Han Ah.

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The Imperfect Sculpture(天缺一角)

2003China
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

In a quaint museum located in the Suiren region of western China, there is a statue situated next to a well that was sculpted during the Xihan Dynasty over 2200 years ago, making it a priceless treasure. Throughout history, various governments have enacted laws to safeguard the statue, particularly during times of conflict. However, it has been frequently photographed, smuggled abroad, and exploited for profit through unauthorized rubbings.

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Doom+5(末日+5)

2015Hong Kong
LifeMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

On January 23rd, 2015, five unrelated individuals in Hong Kong stumbled upon a hidden government secret: the world was set to end at 11:45pm that night, leaving no survivors. With only 15 hours left to live, will these ordinary citizens succumb to despair or be overtaken by madness as they face their impending doom?

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Taiyo no Wana(太陽の罠)

2013Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Taking place at a household appliance company in Nagoya, the story unfolds as Meio Electrics, a leading home appliance manufacturer, receives a warning letter from Zestar Research Company in the United States. Accusing Meio of infringing on their solar panel patents, Zestar demands a significant amount in compensation and licensing fees. Hasegawa, a member of the Intellectual Property Department, is suspected of espionage amidst this unexpected turn of events, which occurs just as he embarks on his new life with his wife, Aoi. Zestar Research Company, known as a "Patent Troll," is controlled by a mysterious figure named Sawada. Meanwhile, Hama, responsible for preventing legal disputes within the company, faces criticism and disrespect from his superior, Muraoka. In a fit of rage, Hama ends up assaulting Muraoka and burying him in the mountains, sparking a tense conflict that jeopardizes the "love" and "pride" of the characters involved.

Recommendation: Kuroshinri Kanojo ga Oshieru Kindan no Shinrijutsu similar to Anna: Extended Version
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Kuroshinri Kanojo ga Oshieru Kindan no Shinrijutsu(クロシンリ 彼女が教える禁断の心理術)

2021Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

"I always seem to realize it afterwards... but it's always what she desired from the start!" Have you ever experienced that sensation? The secretive practice of "Dark Shinri-Jutsu" (also known as "Dark Psychology") involves utilizing everyday conversations, hints, words, and actions to influence the thoughts and feelings of others in order to control them according to your wishes, whether for positive and innocent purposes or to fulfill even the most sinister desires of the heart. Kuronosaki, a enigmatic, sharp-tongued, and sadistic individual, resolves numerous psychological issues, enigmas, and cases by employing this prohibited method. She may unexpectedly appear, chuckling, and ask a person struggling with interpersonal relationship problems, "Are you foolish?" before guiding them in using "black psychology" through a range of manipulative tactics such as storytelling, active listening, prompting speculation, interpreting and guiding body language, glances, gestures, and other triggering mechanisms that can be practiced in various settings, such as at home, work, or school, to effectively captivate the heart, instill motivation, guide emotional reactions, or promote communication and self-examination. A suspenseful drama filled with dark humor! Is it a life of manipulation or a life of being manipulated? (Nogizaka46.com)

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Suika(すいか)

2003Japan
DramaFinancial CrimeLifeMiniseriesWhite-Collar CrimeComedyEmbezzlementFemale Centered PlotFraud

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Financial Crime, Life, Miniseries, and White-Collar Crime themes with a 29% similarity match.

34-year-old Motoko, who works at a credit union, is shocked to discover that her closest friend and colleague, Mariko, has stolen 300 million yen and vanished. Motoko, who is single and lives with her parents, decides to leave home in search of a more fulfilling life. She comes across a charming old geshuku named "Happiness Sancha," situated by a river and surrounded by lush gardens. The building has only two other tenants: Natsuko, a long-time resident and college professor, and Kizuna, a struggling erotic manga artist. The manager, Yuka, is eager to welcome more tenants, which works out perfectly for Motoko. This heartfelt story explores the lives of four very different women who find themselves living together at "Happiness Sancha," each on their own quest for happiness.

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Dias Police: Ihou Keisatsu(ディアスポリス-異邦警察-)

2016Japan
DramaFinancial CrimeLifeSuspenseThrillerWhite-Collar CrimeActionAdapted From A MangaCriminal Male LeadDark FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadMultilingualPartial NuditySurgical Procedure

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Financial Crime, Life, Suspense, Thriller, and White-Collar Crime themes with a 29% similarity match.

Approximately 150,000 undocumented individuals reside in Tokyo, living in impoverished conditions without refugee status. In order to protect themselves, these individuals have formed a clandestine group. Within this organization, there is a bank that operates independently from the Japanese Financial Services Agency, a hospital not sanctioned by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, and an unofficial police force known as "Dias Police." The sole police officer within this group is Saki Kubozuka, whose age and nationality remain undisclosed. Despite his reserved nature, Saki Kubozuka is known for his compassionate heart and commitment to upholding justice. He dedicates himself to caring for the vulnerable and maintaining order within the community.

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JOKERxFACE(JOKER×FACE)

2019Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerAction

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Rugawa is an enigmatic individual who manages a video streaming platform known as Joker, where she generates income by uploading videos. She persuades Yanagi, a middle-aged man facing financial struggles after losing his job, to team up with her. Together, they produce videos that delve into controversial topics on Joker, such as the dark truths behind idol culture, fraudulent schemes targeting vulnerable elderly individuals, and matchmaking services disguised as legitimate businesses. Rugawa's audience is captivated by the intricate schemes she orchestrates, as she fearlessly exposes societal issues as a representative of online users. The question remains: what drives Rugawa to create such provocative content?

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Game no Tatsujin(ゲームの達人)

2000Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerNovel Adaptation

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Derived from Sidney Sheldon's book "Master of the Game."

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3000 Man(3000万)

2024Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerCrime

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The narrative revolves around a family that unexpectedly inherits a substantial fortune, leading to a significant transformation in their lives. (en.taicike.com)

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Jiken(事件)

2023Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerNovel Adaptation

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A deceased body is discovered in a storage space. The deceased is a young woman who owned a small eatery. Subsequently, a 19-year-old male is apprehended for the homicide and disposal of the body. Former judge turned attorney, Daisaburo Kikuchi, takes on the young man's legal defense. Initially appearing to be a straightforward case due to the man's confession, the situation takes a turn when he denies the allegations during the trial. Daisaburo Kikuchi delves into the case and uncovers the true circumstances behind it.

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Kakuregiku(隠れ菊)

2016Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerRestaurant

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ueshima Michiko, a homemaker, is set to inherit the Japanese-style eatery Hanazumi located near Lake Hamana. Unexpectedly, Yahagi Tae arrives claiming to be Shunpei's lover and presents Michiko with divorce papers signed by her husband. Michiko suggests that Shunpei transfer ownership of the restaurant to her in exchange for the divorce. Unaware of the restaurant's financial struggles, Michiko agrees to the deal only to discover later that it is on the brink of bankruptcy. Following the divorce, Michiko finds herself in a business partnership with both Shunpei and Tae, embarking on a challenging journey filled with obstacles.

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28 Faces of the Moon(28개의달)

2016South Korea
DramaLifeMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerDeath Of A FiancéeInvestigationMysteryRomanceShort Length Series

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 28% similarity match.

A man's life takes a drastic turn for the worse when his fiancée passes away just days ahead of their wedding.

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Elite Brigade IV(火速救兵IV)

2018Hong Kong
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerActionAnthology

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Virtual Girl(バーチャルガール)

2000Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerAmnesiaVirtual Reality

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kanako experiences amnesia following the passing of her mother. When she turns 19, she encounters a psychiatrist who has created a device known as "Virtual Reality 2000". This invention allows individuals to enter the thoughts and memories of others. The storyline is packed with suspense. (DramaWiki)

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Itoshiki Mono e(愛しき者へ)

2003Japan
DramaLifeSuspenseThrillerCharacter DevelopmentSurrogacy

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Life, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

This play explores the advantages and disadvantages of surrogacy. Haruna, a student at a medical school, comes across a man with a knife wound at a party where she is working part-time. After helping the man, she forms a close bond with him and his wife, who are struggling with infertility issues. The wife, Kaoru, decides to pursue surrogacy in order to repair her relationship with her husband. With the assistance of her doctor, Kaoru chooses Haruna as her surrogate. Despite financial difficulties, Haruna agrees to carry the couple's child. Throughout the pregnancy, Haruna grows attached to the baby growing inside her and also develops feelings for the nobleman. After giving birth, the child is handed over to Kaoru, who names her Mirei. Haruna continues to provide breast milk for the baby and longs to be a part of her life.

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ROMES(ROMES 空港防御システム)

2009Japan
LifeMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerAirport SettingThief Supporting Character

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

The Tokyo Bay International Airport, a new facility located on a man-made island, boasts the cutting-edge security system ROMES. In honor of the airport's one-year anniversary, a valuable gold statue named the "Temptress Goddess" is unveiled for public viewing. When a notorious group of thieves known as Silverfox challenges the airport's security by exploiting the ROMES system, the director seeks help from the knowledgeable Narishima Yuya, who is an expert on the system. Yuya assembles a team of specialists to confront the escalating threat posed by Silverfox. In the midst of this mission, Yuya himself harbors a personal motive for being at the airport.

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Zennin Nagaya(善人長屋)

2022Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerComedyHistorical

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

The show centers around the characters residing in the "Long House of Kind Souls," a diverse group that includes impostors posing as benevolent individuals. These characters assist common people facing challenges, come to the aid of friends in dire situations, and utilize their exceptional abilities to combat malevolent entities. (TVDb)

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Mikkoku wa Utau Season 2(密告はうたう2)

2024Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerInvestigationMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

The First Personnel Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department is a specialized team tasked with conducting inspections to uncover misconduct among the large workforce of over 40,000 personnel in the police department. Simply being under inspection can potentially ruin a police officer's career. Inspectors like Sara Masaki are known as the police within the police, carrying out their duties in solitude. After two years, Sara stumbles upon a conspiracy that will have far-reaching implications for the entire police organization.

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Soratobu Taiya(空飛ぶタイヤ)

2009Japan
LifeMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationFamily

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

A tragic incident occurs when a tire detaches from a truck in motion and strikes a mother and child, resulting in a fatal outcome. The root of the problem lies in the manufacturer's negligence to issue a recall for the vehicle. However, the delivery company is held accountable as they frantically seek proof of the suppressed recall. Along the way, they encounter banks, law enforcement, journalists from a weekly magazine, the victim's family, and other individuals, eventually uncovering the truth behind the situation.

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Ooka Echizen Season 7 (2024)(大岡越前7)

2024Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerComedyHistoricalJudge Male Lead

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

With a composed yet vibrant and compassionate demeanor, the movie showcases the endeavors of a renowned judge who safeguards the well-being and interests of the ordinary citizens of Edo

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Chase (2010)(チェイス~国税査察官~)

2010Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerDetective FictionInvestigationMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

The tale revolves around Haruma Sosuke, an experienced tax inspector, and Murakumo Shuji, a proficient consultant specializing in tax evasion. Haruma believed that his simple life and the world of tax evasion were unrelated, until one day their paths crossed...

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Zouka no Mitsu(造花の蜜)

2011Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

The story begins with the abduction of a young child, which appears to be a kidnapping for ransom. However, the kidnapper surprises everyone by not demanding a specific amount of money, instead leaving it up to the victim to decide. This puts the police in a difficult position as they try to figure out the kidnapper's motives. Adding to the challenge, the ransom exchange is set to take place in a public location during the daytime, adding insult to injury for the authorities. As the case unfolds, it becomes clear that this is just the beginning of a much larger and more complex investigation involving a 700 million yen ransom. Can Detective Hashiba, a seasoned expert in kidnapping cases, successfully apprehend the elusive criminal known as Ran?

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64 (2015)(64)

2015Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Amidst a dispute between the public relations office of D Prefectural Police and the correspondents club regarding the anonymity of perpetrators, it has been decided that a director from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department will visit the family of the victim in a significant unsolved case from 1989, just a week before the statute of limitations expires. The case involves the kidnapping and murder of Shoko-chan, which remains the most heinous crime in the history of D Prefectural Police. The family of the victim has declined the director's offer to extend condolences. A strict confidentiality order has been issued for all individuals involved in the case, including the investigators from that time. This has created a barrier between the Criminal Investigations Department and the Police Affairs Department. Additionally, a mysterious memo has surfaced, followed by a new kidnapping that bears a striking resemblance to the 1989 case just before the director's scheduled visit.

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Rika: Reverse(リカ~リバース~)

2021Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationFamilyRomance

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Illustrates the early years of the main protagonist Rika from the initial TV show in 2019. Based on the book "Rika".

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Malice (2023)(MALICE)

2023Japan
DramaMiniseriesProfessor Female LeadSuspenseThrillerDeathDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryReporter Male LeadWeb Series

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Professor Female Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Kozono Yohei, the secretary general of Shoto University, was discovered dead from stab wounds in his residence. Hoshino Naoto, a detective at Fujimi Police Station, hurries to the crime scene and observes the murder scene in the living room. Tanimura Kaho, a lecturer in the Department of International Studies at Shoto University, is determined to advance in life by any means necessary and has been involved in a romantic relationship with Kozono, who oversees personnel matters, for six months. Following Kozono's murder, Kaho is taken into custody as the prime suspect. Meanwhile, journalist Maruyama Sota receives details about the affair through an anonymous email and suspects that someone is trying to manipulate the narrative of the incident. He initiates his own inquiry. Amidst this, Hoshino grows uneasy with the investigative approach taken by senior police officials, who hastily conclude that Kaho is the perpetrator. He eventually comes to the realization that Kaho may have been set up by someone.

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Kujaku no Dance, Dare ga Mita?(クジャクのダンス、誰が見た?)

2025Japan
LifeMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerFather-Daughter RelationshipInvestigationMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yamashita Komugi, a college student, has been living with her father, a former police officer, following her mother's passing. Tragically, on Christmas Eve, Komugi's father was killed, leaving behind a cryptic note with the words "false accusation." A suspect was apprehended based on this clue. However, Komugi soon uncovers that the man accused of her father's murder is the son of a man her father had arrested 22 years ago for a similar crime. Teaming up with lawyer Matsukaze Yoshiteru, Komugi delves into the interconnected mysteries of the present and past. (DramaWiki)

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Fairy Valley Incident(神仙谷事件)

2012Taiwan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerCrimeInvestigationMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

At the renowned Fairy Valley in Taiwan, a hot spring villa hosted a soft opening for a select group of celebrities, politicians, and Hakka scholars. The tranquility of the event is shattered when a lifeless body is found the following day. Feng, a new staff member at the villa, becomes suspicious of the guests' peculiar behavior, sensing hidden connections and secrets among them. With the help of his sister and a college acquaintance, Feng embarks on a quest to unveil the truth behind the mysterious deaths that continue to occur. (CATCHPLAY+)

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The Dangerous City(城市·獵人)

2013Taiwan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerActionInvestigationMystery

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Kami no Tsuki(紙の月)

2014Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Rinka Umezawa, a homemaker, seeks out small joys in life. Her husband, Masabumi, is committed to supporting her. The couple does not have any children. Rinka decides to take on a part-time job at a bank, where she visits clients' homes and occasionally assists them with household tasks, earning their trust. During one visit to client Kojo Hirabayashi's home, she encounters his grandson Kota, who asks for money. This interaction has a profound impact on Rinka. Subsequently, she steals one hundred million yen from the bank and disappears. Two years later, Rinka's former classmates Yuko Okazaki and Aki Nakaji uncover her embezzlement scheme and confront their own inner demons.

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Copyface(コピーフェイス〜消された私〜)

2016Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationMelodramaRomance

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

In the novel "Mirror Image" by Sandra Brown, Hirosawa Nodoka, a freelance journalist, infiltrates a cosmetic surgery clinic by befriending Fuyuko, the wife of the clinic's director Asakura Shuji. Nodoka's investigative mission takes a tragic turn when the plane she is on crashes, leading to her being mistaken for Fuyuko. With the help of plastic surgery, Nodoka's face is reconstructed to resemble Fuyuko's, and she wakes up believing she is Shuji's wife due to amnesia caused by the accident. As Nodoka begins to regain her memories, she faces a difficult choice between revealing the clinic's wrongdoings and returning to her old life, or continuing to live a lie for the sake of love.

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The Limit (2021)(THE LIMIT)

2021Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerAnthologyCharacter DevelopmentCrimeMultiple MainsPsychological ManipulationRomanceStalkingViolence

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Surprising histories, undisclosed motives, and shocking revelations come to light. When individuals are placed in restricted environments with little time and resources, their true character is revealed. A single decision has the power to alter the course of their lives. (Credit: jdramas.wordpress.com)

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Ghost Writer(ゴーストライター)

2015Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerFemale Centered PlotGhostwriter Female LeadSuccessful Female LeadWriter Female Lead

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Tono Risa, a skilled writer in her thirties, is feeling stuck in her career despite her previous success

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Kyoto Ninjou Sousa File(京都人情捜査ファイル)

2015Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerDetective FictionFormer Detective Male LeadInvestigationMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

A specialized division within the police force, known as the Crime Victims Support Unit, provides assistance to individuals and their families who have been affected by a crime. They offer support, answer questions, assist with funeral arrangements, and handle media inquiries. Unlike other units, they do not have the authority to conduct official investigations, which can make it challenging to uncover the truth for those seeking answers. TogakureTetsuya, a former detective from the First Investigative Division of the Kyoto Prefectural Police, takes it upon himself to conduct independent investigations.

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Specialist (2016)(スペシャリスト)

2016Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

A decade ago, Takuma Yoshito was arrested and charged with attempted murder. Despite receiving a 15-year prison sentence, evidence later revealed that he was wrongly accused, leading to his exoneration. Subsequently, Takuma was reinstated to the Kyoto Prefectural Police due to his expertise in criminal psychology. He then transferred to Tokyo, where he joined a newly formed unit without a designated name. Motivated by the tragic death of a significant individual, Takuma decides to join the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to uncover a major conspiracy. He partners with a young female detective named Maria, who harbors a secret and happens to be the niece of the Commissioner General of the National Police Agency.

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Kuroi 10-nin no Onna (2016)(黒い十人の女)

2016Japan
LifeMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerBlack ComedyComedyInfidelityRomance

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kaze Matsukichi, a television producer, is married to the lovely Futaba. Despite having nine mistresses, both his wife and mistresses are aware of each other's presence but choose to stay with him despite his unfaithfulness. Eventually, they conspire to kill him.

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Joshu Seven(女囚セブン)

2017Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerComedyInvestigationMysteryPrison Setting

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Kamiwatari Kotone, a geisha based in Kyoto, finds herself in a difficult situation when her colleague is murdered while she is asleep after a night of revelry. Wrongfully accused of the crime, Kotone is imprisoned and faces harassment from fellow inmates. Drawing on the teachings of experienced geishas, she manages to endure the challenges in prison. Eventually, Kotone uncovers the truth behind the framing and her imprisonment.

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Chase Season 2(チェイス第2章)

2018Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerAssistant Director Female LeadInvestigationJournalist Male LeadMystery

Like Anna: Extended Version, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

BS Toto's program "Sunset News" gained national attention for uncovering the truth about a false murder accusation case. However, the fame was short-lived, and the staff quickly faded from Japan's memory, returning to their usual struggles. Aizawa Mai stumbles upon an old case involving a murder for insurance money, a child's abandoned body, and a woman named Saga Kanako who was the sole suspect. Despite maintaining her silence during the police investigation and being acquitted due to lack of evidence, Saga received compensation from the government, causing confusion among those familiar with the case. Mai teams up with freelance journalist Mikami to investigate further and discovers a possible link to hypnosis in the crime. After confirming their theory with a real-life demonstration, they are met with resistance from their boss, Hasegawa, who orders them to stop. Undeterred, Mai continues her pursuit of the truth, even reaching out to the suspect Kanako, who retaliates with a terrifying display of hypnosis. The situation escalates when Mai is found in a precarious position, prompting Mikami to rush to her aid. Can BS Toto's news program once again make waves in Japan with this dangerous story?

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Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN(名もなき復讐者 ZEGEN)

2019Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryRevenge

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The series follows the story of the main character "Zegen" as he pursues vengeance following his wife's tragic death. Li Xue Lan arrives in Japan to seek employment to cover her husband's medical expenses back in China. With Zegen's help, she starts working at a massage parlor in Kawasaki. Worried about her situation due to her temporary visa, he suggests a fake marriage with an older man. Inspired by Jou Tomioka's novel.

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Shin Kuko Senkyo(新空港占拠)

2024Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerActionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMystery

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A recent incident involving a significant takeover has taken place in an undisclosed location within Kanagawa Prefecture

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Ubawareta Bokutachi(奪われた僕たち)

2024Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerDeathMurderPsychologicalSerial Killings

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Sakai Yoichi, a self-employed video producer, was feeling trapped in his current circumstances, barely scraping by with odd jobs. Upon returning to his apartment, which doubled as his workspace, he discovered a package along with a note. The message read, "Interested in filming my activities? Get in touch. I believe you'll find it intriguing." Despite being swamped with work, Sakai opened the package absentmindedly and was taken aback. Inside was a severed human finger. Speechless, he hesitated to contact the authorities and instead reflected on the situation. "Perhaps this could be a turning point in my life..." With this intuition, he decided to reach out to the provided contact number. Subsequently, he paid a visit to the designated residence in the outskirts, where he was welcomed by a man named Mitsumi Kei. What adventures awaited Sakai after he began documenting murders following his encounter with Mitsumi Kei?

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Fantasy Tower(환상거탑)

2013South Korea
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerAnthologyFantasyInvestigationMystery

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A collection of fantasy dramas that encompasses a range of creative ideas, enigmas, and suspenseful elements.

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Prisoner(プリズナー)

2008Japan
DramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerBased On A True StoryPrison EscapePrison SettingPrisoner Male Lead

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Inspired by real events, this narrative follows a Japanese individual who is wrongfully incarcerated in Thailand and strives to break free from prison. (Tokyograph)

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2 Hours(ツーエイチ)

2004Japan
DramaLifeMiniseries

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Fei Chang Da Dang(非常搭檔)

2016China
DramaSuspenseThriller

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Saisei no Machi(再生の町)

2009Japan
DramaLifeMiniseries

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"Revitalizing Our Community" is a social drama set in a small town in Osaka, Japan. The local government is facing a financial crisis, with severely limited funds. They must decide which government sectors to reduce funding for and which to prioritize in order to sustain their town.

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Heisei Meoto Jawan(平成夫婦茶碗)

2000Japan
DramaLifeMiniseries

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A noodle shop owner struggling with debt and his incredibly resourceful wife are facing financial difficulties while trying to support their five children. Despite their limited funds, they rely on humor and clever problem-solving to make ends meet. (JDorama)

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Coffee for the Soul(心靈師)

2022Hong Kong
DramaSuspenseThriller

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Brutally Young 2.0(十八年後的終極告白2.0)

2022Hong Kong
DramaSuspenseThriller

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Yao Shang Qian, a mysterious artist, gains sudden popularity after gallery owner Fang Zhi Hao and his wife stumble upon one of his old paintings. As his fame grows, Shang Qian finds himself making compromises with his principles, while his ex-lover Shen Yue returns looking to benefit from his success. However, tragedy strikes when Shang Qian's wife, Zhuang Rui Ting, is discovered murdered.

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Other People's Money(OPM)

2022Hong Kong
MiniseriesSuspenseThriller

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In order to support scientific research, graduate student Harry joins a stock group led by stock analyst Master Koo, also known as Magic Genie. Unfortunately, Harry falls victim to a scam and loses everything. He teams up with other scam victims, Simon Sir, Katty, and Hook, to seek compensation. Together, they form a money-making alliance called OPM and venture into financial speculation involving London Gold, market manipulation, public companies, IPOs, and more. Through their endeavors, they manage to earn a profit of HK$10 billion. Some individuals pursue money to achieve their dreams, while others seek financial freedom through financial games. However, many fall prey to scams disguised as financial management strategies. As the number of victims grows, Harry and his friends must stay true to their original intentions and turn the scam into something positive.

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Secret Door (2023)(隱門)

2023Hong Kong
DramaSuspenseThriller

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Childhood friends Zhong Zi Kiu and Cheung Sam Yue have taken divergent paths due to their fathers' criminal activities. After Yue's father was incarcerated, she changed her name and started a new life, keeping her past a secret and pursuing a career as an insurance investigator. They reunite after a long time when Yue's husband unexpectedly dies, leaving behind a suspiciously increased life insurance policy. Kiu suspects foul play, considering Yue's hidden past. Now, the question remains: what is the truth behind these events?