Athena (2013) - Asian drama recommendation
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Athena (2013)(雅典娜女神)

2013China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionLove TriangleMelodramaRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarSpy Female LeadWar

The story revolves around the foreign community in Shanghai in 1932. It follows a Spy Agent known as Athena, who must balance national warfare and personal family struggles. Liu Li Zi, also known as Goddess of Revenge, appears to be a popular beauty at the Bailemen entertainment house, but she is actually a female spy embedded among Japanese officials seeking revenge for her family. (Michelle Ye's Realm - RM1314)

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Athena 2013

Recommendation: Bloodbath Island similar to Athena (2013)
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Bloodbath Island(喋血孤岛)

2013China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarSpy Female LeadWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, Second Sino-Japanese War, Spy Female Lead, and War themes with a 83% similarity match.

Led by Sui Jun Bo, the operatives endured intense and harsh training on a remote island to prepare for their mission against Japanese forces. Each member of the team had a unique and challenging background, ranging from harsh and unforgiving to brave and daring. With the guidance of their instructor, they successfully carried out one perilous mission after another.

Recommendation: My Father Is an Undercover similar to Athena (2013)
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My Father Is an Undercover(俺爹是卧底)

2016China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionMelodramaWarDrama

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Melodrama, and War themes with a 62% similarity match.

The narrative follows a father who infiltrates an enemy stronghold in search of his missing son amid the Anti-Japanese Conflict

Recommendation: The Red similar to Athena (2013)
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The Red(红色)

2014China
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 58% similarity match.

In 1937, the Japanese imperialists initiated a violent war against China, putting the Chinese nation in a crucial phase. Xu Tian, a color-blind accountant in Shanghai with military training, chose to stay close to his mother following his father's passing. After encountering a group of patriots connected to his late father, he was inspired by their patriotic fervor. Utilizing his keen intellect, he aided the patriots in transporting crucial materials, attracting the attention of the Japanese occupying forces in the city. Amidst these events, he formed bonds with Jin, a former conman now businessman, and Tielin, a police officer in the Shanghai French Concession. Simultaneously, pharmacist Tian Dan sought refuge in Xu's home after losing her parents in a situation he was deeply involved in. Against the backdrop of the national crisis, individuals navigated their interconnected lives driven by motives of revenge, duty, self-interest, or ideology.

Recommendation: Red Sakura Sword similar to Athena (2013)
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Red Sakura Sword(红樱剑)

2014China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 58% similarity match.

Recommendation: Burning Iron similar to Athena (2013)
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Burning Iron(铁在烧)

2015China
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 58% similarity match.

The play depicts the experiences of three individuals during a challenging period in history. Diverse characters navigate through a tumultuous time, facing both positive and negative circumstances while resisting Japanese influence.

Recommendation: Jian Die similar to Athena (2013)
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Jian Die(剑谍)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarSpy Male Lead

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 54% 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: The Inquiry 1938 similar to Athena (2013)
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The Inquiry 1938(密查)

2019China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarRevolution

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 54% similarity match.

During a critical period in Chinese history when the Kuomintang and the Communists were in alliance, a prominent Communist party leader mysteriously disappears. In response, an inquiry is launched to determine what happened to him. In 1938, Chiang Kai Shek, influenced by malicious advice, orders the covert elimination of Xuan Xia Fu. This controversial decision sparks outrage from both factions, leading the Kuomintang to establish a special task force to investigate Xuan Xia Fu's disappearance. Wu Zhong Ming, a former Kuomintang operative and member of the Communist resistance, is chosen by both sides to lead the investigation, embarking on a challenging quest for the truth.

Recommendation: Mysterious Female Agent similar to Athena (2013)
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Mysterious Female Agent(枪下玫瑰)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarSpy Female LeadAnti-WarDrama

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Second Sino-Japanese War, and Spy Female Lead themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Dark War Before Dawn similar to Athena (2013)
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Dark War Before Dawn(黎明前的暗战)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Code Thirteen similar to Athena (2013)
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Code Thirteen(代号十三钗)

2012China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSpy Female LeadWarDramaMilitarySpy Supporting CharacterStrong Female Lead

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Spy Female Lead, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

In the midst of the Anti-Japanese War, a skilled team of female spies plays a crucial role in overcoming the enemy forces. Guo Chun Guang, a trained operative working for the Communist Party, assumes the guise of a dentist in Shanghai to gather vital information on the opposition. Meanwhile, Gu Xue Feng is appointed as the new head of the Shanghai branch for the Kuomintang (KMT) military government and is entrusted with assembling an all-female special unit called Code Thirteen. Will CanLi Feng Huang successfully lead Code Thirteen in intercepting enemy communications and securing victory in the war? (Viki)

Recommendation: Hei Hu Zhi Feng Ying similar to Athena (2013)
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Hei Hu Zhi Feng Ying(黑狐之风影)

2016China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Half a Step Away similar to Athena (2013)
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Half a Step Away(半步之遥)

2017China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

The tale of Chang Hong Min, Song Qing, Lu Tian Yu, Wang Qiong Hua, and their comrades in the Qiongya Column in Hainan, Guangdong, battling Japanese soldiers, collaborators, outlaws, and Nationalist forces as they journey to Yan'an. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Fog of Crisis similar to Athena (2013)
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Fog of Crisis(危机迷雾)

2019China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionRomance

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

A narrative unfolds depicting a revolutionary who faces numerous perils in his crusade for his nation and eventually joins the Communist Party. During the 1930s, Xiong Bao Shan, the head of a criminal organization controlling Shanghai's waterways, uses up all his resources in a final confrontation against the Japanese invaders. However, before he can achieve victory, he is killed in his own residence. This incident leaves his son-in-law, Chen Lei, wounded, and forces his daughter, Xiong Hui Ming, to escape Shanghai with their child. Chen Lei suspects Sun Ben Li, who has ties to the Japanese Chamber of Commerce, as the perpetrator and aligns himself with police superintendent Zeng Ru Long, a long-standing adversary of the Xiong Family, in pursuit of justice. Misinterpreting Chen Lei's actions as a betrayal, Xiong Hui Ming rises to the leadership of the criminal organization. Will they be able to join forces against their adversaries?

Recommendation: Expedition Steel similar to Athena (2013)
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Expedition Steel(滇西往事)

2007China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Borrow Gun similar to Athena (2013)
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Borrow Gun(借枪)

2011China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarNovel AdaptationMultiple Mains

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Second Sino-Japanese War themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Snow Queen (2018) similar to Athena (2013)
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The Snow Queen (2018)(北国英雄)

2018China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWarDramaMartial ArtsRevolutionStrong Female LeadTaoism

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, and War themes with a 47% similarity match.

In the era when Manchuria was under the control of the Empire of Japan, a young woman hailing from the Northern Country faces a life-or-death confrontation with her adversaries and is dubbed as the Snow Queen. Following the Mukden Incident in 1931, the Gu Family, known for their resistance against the Japanese forces, is brutally wiped out. The sole survivor, their adopted daughter Gu Xue Ying, flees and journeys to Qiqihar to rendezvous with her betrothed Gu Zhao Long, who is embedded within the Manchukuo military. Convinced of her fiancee's treachery, Gu Xue Ying swears to seek revenge. Her quest leads her to the Qian Mountains, where she joins a group of rebels and participates in the Defense of Harbin. Throughout the conflicts, she crosses paths with Gu Zhao Long multiple times as adversaries on the battlefield. Meanwhile, she discovers herself developing feelings for military tactician Shen Lei Zhi.

Recommendation: Razor similar to Athena (2013)
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Razor(剃刀邊緣)

2017China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionWarInvestigationManchukuoMystery

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, 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: Forever Designation similar to Athena (2013)
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Forever Designation(永不磨灭的番号)

2011China
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarMilitary

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 46% similarity match.

A sudden blockade forces militia captain Li Chi Shui to take charge on the front line. He employs tactical strategies to build and train his brigade, which eventually grows stronger. The county brigade is tasked with halting an advance by over 30,000 elite Japanese troops to protect the Eighth Route Army headquarters in the rear. Facing this critical mission, Li Chi Shui requests for a regular main force to be designated. The soldiers of the county brigade march into battle with the chief's promise in mind. They fight relentlessly for days and nights, defending the Eighth Route Army's honor with their lives. After more than a month, the chief returns to the battlefield and fulfills his promise in front of the fallen soldiers' graves. He declares that the designation bestowed upon them will endure for generations, emphasizing their commitment to defending the Chinese nation against any enemy.

Recommendation: Met as Strangers, Once Acquainted similar to Athena (2013)
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Met as Strangers, Once Acquainted(相逢何必曾相识)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarFamily

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 46% similarity match.

Recommendation: Bullet Hole similar to Athena (2013)
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Bullet Hole(彈孔)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionWarMilitary

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 46% similarity match.

Recommendation: Red Rose similar to Athena (2013)
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Red Rose(红蔷薇)

2017China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceMultiple Mains

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 46% similarity match.

In 1927, during the upheaval of an anti-government uprising, Xia Heng Xuan passed away while rescuing a member of the Communist Party named Ren Zhi Yuan. He left behind his younger sister Xia Yu Zhu and her servant Shuang Ju. Yu Zhu, who is fragile, struggles to support herself, while Shuang Ju joins a special group within the Kuomintang upon the suggestion of Zhi Yuan's partner, Xiao Cheng Bi. Some time later, Yu Zhu coincidentally saves Zhi Yuan, leading her to be deeply moved when he sacrifices his life. This prompts Yu Zhu to join the clandestine branch of the Communist Party, where she meets Xiao Jun Hao, Cheng Bi's younger sibling, who is on the same mission. As they collaborate, their relationship transforms into something more than friendship.

Recommendation: Li San Qiang similar to Athena (2013)
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Li San Qiang(李三枪)

2017China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarRevolution

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 46% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Li San Qiang, a member of an underground party, who rises to the position of governor in Wuze county and displays bravery and intelligence in protecting his homeland during the Anti-Japanese War. When the war reached a stalemate, the iron-rich Wuze County became a prime target for the Japanese forces. The Kuomintang faced difficulties in appointing a county head due to previous assassinations. Eventually, Li San Qiang successfully secures the position with the support of his wife Wang Qiao Gu, her brother Wang Tie Chui, and fellow party members. Despite appearing carefree on the surface, Li San Qiang manipulates events from behind the scenes, causing suspicion among other leaders about his political affiliations. However, when the identity of one of the underground party members is revealed, Li San Qiang leads his county in bravely defending against Japanese invasion.

Recommendation: East Hegemon similar to Athena (2013)
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East Hegemon(江湖往事)

2008China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWarAdventureMilitaryPoliticalSpy Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, 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: The Stalker similar to Athena (2013)
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The Stalker(潜行者)

2015China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWarDramaMartial ArtsMilitaryProfessor Male LeadSpy Male LeadWorld War 2

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, and War themes with a 44% similarity match.

Li Zheng Bai, a professor of economics, finds himself unexpectedly embroiled in a battle against the Japanese-installed puppet republic. He leads a unique team consisting of individuals with diverse backgrounds, including an addict, a thief, and a murderer. Along the way, he crosses paths with Lu Qing Yao, who ultimately becomes the love of his life.

Recommendation: The Literati in Troubled Times similar to Athena (2013)
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The Literati in Troubled Times(乱世书香)

2015China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarAssassinationFamily RelationshipRevolutionScholar Male LeadSmart Male LeadSpy Male Lead

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 44% similarity match.

During his childhood, Lu Shu Bai demonstrated exceptional intelligence and was given the opportunity to study under Xu Jian Bo, the leader of an academic household. Xu Jian Bo was so impressed by Lu Shu Bai that he invited him to join his family as a son, along with Xu Shu Cheng and Xu Shu Rong. The three siblings enjoyed a happy upbringing until the outbreak of the War of Resistance against Japan.

Recommendation: Insects Awaken similar to Athena (2013)
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Insects Awaken(惊蛰)

2019China
ActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWarNovel AdaptationDoppelgangerDramaSuspenseThrillerWorld War 2

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, and War 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: One Sword Sweeps All similar to Athena (2013)
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One Sword Sweeps All(一剑横空)

2019China
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarMartial ArtsStrong Female LeadSword-fightWorld War 2

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 44% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the journey of three individuals from the renowned Shengjia Troupe, a Beijing Opera ensemble in the northern region. It depicts their quest for vengeance and integration into the resistance movement during wartime. In the 1930s, a fierce conflict erupts between the Shengjia Troupe and outlaw Jiang You Cai. As a result, Sheng Zhong Hao's father and mentor sustain severe injuries. Before passing away, Zhong Hao's father compels his son to swear that he will not seek revenge. Overwhelmed by grief, Sheng Zhong Hao accompanies his martial siblings Wen Li Xuan and Zhen Yu Huan as they escape towards Tianjin. Along the way, they become separated after encountering military personnel. Zhong Hao is apprehended and sent to a Japanese labor camp. In captivity, he misses the chance to reunite with his beloved Zhen Yu Huan. After a prolonged period, the trio reunites on the battlefield. Sheng Zhong Hao ultimately joins the resistance against Japan, fighting alongside his comrades once more.

Recommendation: Kai Guo Qian Ye similar to Athena (2013)
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Kai Guo Qian Ye(开国前夜)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionWarChinese Communist PartyKuomintang (KMT)

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Ultimate Mission (2016) similar to Athena (2013)
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Ultimate Mission (2016)(终极使命)

2016China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionWarDramaMilitary Training

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 43% similarity match.

During the Northern Expedition, brothers Chen Li Fu and Chen Guo Fu established a covert organization known as the Central Club. Their main goal was to gather information about both internal and external Party affairs. In early 1927, they organized a secret training program in Zhejiang, where they recruited young patriots like Lin Tian Zheng, Xu Song, Shen Wen Jie, and Gu Yi Nan. The intense training not only fostered strong bonds among the recruits but also left a lasting impression on their instructor, Gao Han, a member of the Communist Party. Guided by Gao Han, Lin Tian Zheng and his comrades embarked on their first mission. However, they found themselves entangled in an unexpected conspiracy. The head of the training program, Qian Xin Zhi, issued a directive to capture Lin Tian Zheng and the others. When the April 12 Incident occurred, they witnessed the deceit of the Kuomintang and decided to assist Gao Han in rescuing the communist trainees detained by the Kuomintang. Their actions ultimately led to the exposure of Qian Xin Zhi's treachery.

Recommendation: Farewell to Arms similar to Athena (2013)
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Farewell to Arms(烽烟尽处)

2022China
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarNovel AdaptationJapanese Colonial Rule

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 43% similarity match.

In 1937, the conflict with Japanese aggression began, setting the stage for the tale. Zhang Han Shi / Zhang Song Ling, a humble individual from a scholarly lineage, finds himself at the center of the story. Tragedy strikes on the night before his wedding, leading to the brutal murder of his wife and family. Miraculously surviving the ordeal, he sets out on a path of vengeance, aligning himself with the communist party and the growing anti-Japanese resistance movement.

Recommendation: The Eve (2023) similar to Athena (2013)
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The Eve (2023)(前夜)

2023China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionWarSuspenseThriller

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 43% 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: Unshakable Faith similar to Athena (2013)
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Unshakable Faith(画眉)

2023China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance 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: A Leaf in the Storm similar to Athena (2013)
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A Leaf in the Storm(风声鹤唳)

2003China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarNovel AdaptationDrama

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 43% similarity match.

"A Leaf in the Storm" portrays the tale of two households and youthful romantics at the onset of the Sino-Japanese Conflict. Derived from Lin Yu Tang's book "Feng Sheng He Li."

Recommendation: Xue Zhong Hong similar to Athena (2013)
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Xue Zhong Hong(雪中红)

2008China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionLove TriangleRomance

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 42% similarity match.

Recommendation: Cold Arrow similar to Athena (2013)
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Cold Arrow(冷箭)

2009China
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Action, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 42% similarity match.

Recommendation: Shan Bei Han Zi similar to Athena (2013)
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Shan Bei Han Zi(陕北汉子)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, and War themes with a 42% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Bai Wen Huan, who is the head of the Northern Shaanxi Brothers Association

Recommendation: Drunk Red Dust similar to Athena (2013)
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Drunk Red Dust(醉红尘)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Romance, and War themes with a 42% similarity match.

During the 1930s in Shanghai, Peng Yu Tian, a National Army officer, bravely fought against the Japanese forces and was gravely wounded. He was saved by Lei Jin Yi, a field nurse, and the two developed a deep bond. Just as they were preparing to wed, Peng was called back to the battlefield. Tragically, Peng's family was targeted and bombed by the Japanese. Lei managed to escape with Peng's child and later assumed a new identity as Shen Han Bing, working as a dancer to support her family. Meanwhile, Peng, believing Lei had perished in the bombing, went on to marry a wealthy businessman named Wu Jiang. However, fate brought Peng and Lei back together when they crossed paths at a party hosted by Wujiang. As a member of the Communist underground, Peng was tasked with investigating Wu Jiang, and sought Lei's help in uncovering the truth. It was ultimately revealed that Wu Jiang was a Japanese spy posing as a Chinese. After the Anti-Japanese War, Wu Jiang attempted to flee with Lei, but was apprehended and met his end at the hands of Peng and Lei.

Recommendation: Secret War Tai Yang Mountain similar to Athena (2013)
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Secret War Tai Yang Mountain(密战太阳山)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Second Sino-Japanese War, and War themes with a 42% similarity match.

In 1942, in the northern region of Fujian, Qian Wei Min, a member of the underground CCP party, was tasked with retrieving the "Wuyi Cadre School List" from the leader of the Sun Mountain known as "Balchangcao", as well as collecting military funds for the New Fourth Army. Meanwhile, Xue Zi Qi, the head of the Kuomintang's Special Intelligence Bureau, had devised the "Zhong Kui Operation" to capture the "Cruise officinalis" with the help of Qian Wei Min. The Japanese espionage leader Toshiro Tanaka aimed to exploit this situation to further their plans for invading China. However, Qian Wei Min uncovered the Japanese spies' scheme just as he was about to carry out his mission. He joined forces with Xue Zi Qi to thwart the Japanese plot and successfully put an end to their plans, leading to a victorious outcome.

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Jue Ze(抉擇)

2012China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

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Following a violent attack on China by the Imperial Japanese Army, a Chinese academic residing in Boston, Wu Ming Tai, chooses to go back to Beijing to translate a crucial document for the UN. This document provided evidence of the Japanese army's atrocities in China. Nevertheless, the Japanese military leader was informed of the professor's journey back to his homeland. The army was willing to go to extreme lengths to stop Wu Ming Tai from returning, such as kidnapping his sibling and coercing him to become a Japanese national.

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Spring under the Gallows(绞刑架下的春天)

2013China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWar

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Forging Knife(锻刀)

2016China
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWar

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In ancient times, the legend tells of the Zhaotong Youth River Blade, commanded by Xiao Heng, as they battled the Japanese forces from Yunnan.

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Smile in Spring(桃花依旧笑春风)

2018China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWar

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In a time of military expansionism, He Tao Hua's father, a highly respected military official, was killed. Adopting a new persona, Tao Hua embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind her father's murder. By 1925, the He Family had been wiped out, leaving only He Tao Hua alive. She ventures to a different city and finds employment as a servant for the Liao Family. Her quick wit and charm win over Old Master Liao, while she also forms a romantic relationship with Young Master Liao Chun Feng. However, just before their wedding, Liao Chun Feng learns of her true identity and, unable to bear the burden, confesses before leaving to join the war effort. Recognizing her feelings for him, He Tao Hua decides to pursue him despite the challenges that lie ahead.

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The Gate of Xuan Wu(宣武门)

2024China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionRomance

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A jade sculptor named Li Tian Shun, residing in Beijing Old Street, bravely defends a valuable jade ornament that has the power to change the fate of the nation. Despite facing opposition from local criminal groups, Li Tian Shun remains steadfast in his mission to safeguard this national treasure. Alongside other ordinary yet courageous individuals in the neighborhood, such as Chinese opera singer Yang Shang De, camel herder Ding Guang Yuan, and antique dealer Jin Zhao Ji, Li Tian Shun demonstrates unwavering resilience in the face of adversity. The arrival of Ding Liu Lan, a Communist revolutionary, brings a glimmer of hope for a brighter future to Old Street.

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Infernal Lover(无间有爱; 花舞飞雪 )

2010Taiwan
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomance

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In 1913, Yuan Shi Kai assumed the role of temporary president and collaborated with foreign countries to betray the nation. Four individuals - Feng Yi, a covert operative dedicated to his homeland, Liu Yi Kui, a passionate nationalist, Hua Er, a destitute girl longing for basic necessities, and Xiao Xue, an aspiring singer - all become entangled in the clandestine plot to betray their country. Xiao Xue harbors feelings of affection and admiration for Liu Yi Kui, who, in turn, develops feelings for the courageous Hua Er. However, Hua Er's heart belongs to Feng Yi, who had shown her kindness in her time of need. As they face a treacherous conspiracy and the destiny of their nation, their youthful relationships become increasingly complex, and their bond must withstand numerous challenges until they ultimately emerge as unsung heroes of the nation. During that era, a group of individuals emerged who, though not connected by blood or friendship, were willing to make great sacrifices that have shaped our present reality.

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Walking on the Tip(刀尖上行走)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarNovel AdaptationChinese Communist PartyKuomintang (KMT)SuspenseThriller

Like Athena (2013), this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Crime, Espionage, Historical, Historical Fiction, Second Sino-Japanese War, 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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Nose of Tool(刀尖)

2017China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarNovel AdaptationBiological WarfareChinese Communist PartySuspenseThriller

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

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Locking U.S. Envoy(锁定美军特使)

2011China
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarFriendshipKuomintang (KMT)Military

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Pandora's Secret(潘多拉的秘密)

2015China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionWarDramaJapanese Colonial RuleKuomintang (KMT)

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"Pandora's Secret" is a gripping drama set during the time when Japanese invaders seized control of the three northeastern provinces and invaded North China following the September 18th Incident in 1931. The story follows a group of intelligence officers with diverse backgrounds who come together to fight after experiencing national animosity, love, hatred, and conflicts. In the early 20th century, three members of Marshal Wu's aerial team, Jiang Cheng, Hua TongRui, and Shangguan Yu Po, faced capture by the Northeastern warlords after a failed mission. They were eventually rescued and brought back to Tianjin by Marshal Wu's Internal Security Bureau. Suspicion arose when one member, Liu Li, was tasked with investigating Shangguan Yu Po. As Liu Li monitored him, Shangguan Yu Po's actions were closely scrutinized. Despite Shangguan Yu Po's stellar performance in Marshal Wu's aerial team, Liu Li began to develop feelings for him while Shangguan Yu Po found himself torn between Liu Li and his long-term girlfriend, Mo Chun. As Shangguan Yu Po delved deeper into the ideals of the Southern Revolutionary Party, his beliefs in anti-imperialism and anti-feudalism solidified. The focus of the Internal Security Bureau shifted towards Jiang Cheng and Hua Tong Rui, leading to the discovery and punishment of the traitorous Jiang Cheng. With the "Northern Expedition" nearing success by the end of 1926, pressure mounted on Marshal Wu's Internal Security Bureau. Shangguan Yu Po and Liu Li embraced the ideologies of the Southern Revolutionary Party, embarking on a journey to overthrow the dominant powers and eradicate the warlords.

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The Flaming Brothers(绝命追踪)

2015China
ActionChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarKuomintang (KMT)SuspenseThriller

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In 1929, the son of Liao Sheng Hui, the head of the police department in Tianjin, was unknowingly drawn into a complex scheme orchestrated by an unknown individual. This scheme led him to uncover the secrets surrounding a fire at the Shengnan Orphanage 14 years prior, a collection of mysterious Dunhuang cultural relics, a shocking series of poisonings that rattled the city, and the involvement of various factions such as the Communist Party, the Kuomintang, the Japanese, and the Beiyang warlords. Liao Sheng Hui faced numerous challenges as he delved into the puzzle, including formidable adversaries like the meticulous KMT special agent Zeng Jia Yang and the skilled Japanese ninja Ikuko. As the mysteries unraveled, the true motives of the Japanese and the Kuomintang were revealed, leading Liao Sheng Hui to a painful realization that he, Zeng Jia Yang, and Yu Zi were all connected to the orphanage. Despite their different allegiances, the three banded together to confront their common enemies, only to be defeated. When the anti-Japanese war erupted in 1937, the three comrades, now staunch communist fighters, reunited on the battlefield to fight against the common foe.

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Du Zhan(毒战)

2017China
Chinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionWarDrug TraffickingJapanese Colonial RuleKuomintang (KMT)

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In the 1920s to 1930s, the government in the North East of China was unable to control the thriving opium trade controlled by the Japanese. Liu Hua Hang, a police officer, devises a plan to ambush the drug transport route, leading to a violent and intense conflict.