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Black Out(백설공주에게 죽음을)

2024South Korea
Novel AdaptationCold CaseDark FictionDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaEx-Convict Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalReturn To HometownThrillerVillage Setting

Two teenage girls, both 19 years old, were tragically killed in a brutal manner. Their bodies were left abandoned, nowhere to be found inside a warehouse that was now stained with blood. The main suspect in this case was a friend of the girls, who was intoxicated on the night of the incident and claims to have no memory of what happened. After spending 11 years in prison, the young man was released and hoped to start a peaceful life. However, the tranquility of the village was shattered when a bone carcass was discovered, hinting at another murder and revealing that the true evil may be lurking in their midst. The question remains: who is the real devil? (

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The Doll Master (2017)(人偶师)

2017China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

In reality, every individual on this planet is like a marionette, with invisible strings controlling their actions. Two decades ago, the renowned psychologist Ouyang Qiu, along with his friend and colleague Ruan Haotian, traveled to Dawn City for a confidential research project. Tragically, Ouyang met his demise by falling from a building, while Dr. Ruan vanished under mysterious circumstances. Subsequently, the project was abruptly terminated. Fast forward twenty years, Ouyang Qiu's son, Ouyang Yiming, has grown up and joined a specialized SCI Team as an agent. When a gruesome mutilation case arises in Dawn City, Ouyang Yiming takes it upon himself to investigate. However, just as he nears a breakthrough, the perpetrator takes their own life, prompting Ouyang to delve deeper into the mystery. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes apparent that Pandora's Box is on the verge of being opened... (Q1Q2)

Recommendation: Ryojin no Ono similar to Black Out
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Ryojin no Ono(両刃の斧)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathMiniseriesPolice Officer Male LeadRevengeSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Detective Shibasaki Sachio's daughter, who was a member of the First Investigation Division, is tragically murdered. Together with Kawasumi Shigekatsu, a young detective who looks up to Shibasaki as a mentor, they try to uncover the truth behind the heinous crime. Despite their efforts, the case remains unsolved. Fast forward 15 years, Shibasaki is now retired and caring for his sick wife, Miwako. Things take a turn when a new unit is formed to reinvestigate cold cases, with Kawasumi joining the team. As they revisit the case, a suspect emerges, leading Shibasaki to seek justice on his own. A fateful phone call sets off a chain of events that ultimately lands him in a difficult situation. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

Recommendation: Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou (2016) similar to Black Out
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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou (2016)(警視庁・捜査一課長)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeath

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigative Division is known as the top-performing unit within the department. Headed by Oiwa Junichi, this division consists of approximately 400 skilled detectives. Junichi carries a significant burden as he is responsible for leading initial investigations into all violent crimes in the city, coordinating various task forces, and actively participating in investigations when needed. Despite facing challenges, Junichi manages to fulfill his duties and is seen as a realistic hero and exemplary leader by his team members.

Recommendation: Eien no Ko similar to Black Out
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Eien no Ko(永遠の仔)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerInvestigator Male LeadLawyer Male LeadMental Hospital SettingNurse Female LeadSuspenseViolence Against Children

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Three 12-year-old victims of abuse develop a strong connection that lasts a lifetime after meeting at a psychiatric facility. Ryohei and Shoichiro promise to safeguard Yuki after rescuing her from drowning, a commitment that remains unaltered as they grow older. Years later, they come together again and realize their affection for each other has not changed. Yuki works as a nurse, Shoichiro as a lawyer, and Ryohei as a detective. When a body is discovered in the river, the trio finds themselves implicated in a series of murders that they feel deeply tied to.

Recommendation: Shinhannin similar to Black Out
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Shinhannin(真犯人)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryThriller1980sDeathMiniseriesSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

In 2008, there was a tragic incident involving the death of Sudo Isao, a dealer of pre-owned cars, in Shizuoka Prefecture. Detective Kusaka Satoru, working at Susuno Precinct of the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, begins investigating Sudo's background. Through his investigation, Kusaka discovers that Sudo had a son named Obata Mamoru from a previous marriage, who was tragically killed in a kidnapping case in Shizuoka back in 1974. In 1988, a special task force was established by the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, led by police chief Hashibami Yasuhide, just before the statute of limitations on the kidnapping case expired. Shigeto Seiichiro, a non-career officer who had risen to the position of superintendent, was appointed as the director of this task force, which consisted of six skilled detectives, to re-investigate the case. Kusaka is puzzled as to why Sudo, who had been living in Tokyo for over two decades following his son's death, was murdered in Shizuoka Prefecture. He believes that revisiting the kidnapping and murder of Sudo's son will bring clarity to the current case. Kusaka seeks help from Shigeto, who had left the police force long ago, and together they reach out to Mamoru's mother, Saeko, and her sister, Rie, as they get closer to uncovering the true culprit.

Recommendation: Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 5 similar to Black Out
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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 5(警視庁捜査一課9係 5)

2010Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathPolice Department Setting

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Specialist (2016) similar to Black Out
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Specialist (2016)(スペシャリスト)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerMiniseriesSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 38% 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.

Recommendation: Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 11 similar to Black Out
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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 11(警視庁捜査一課9係 11)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathPolice Department Setting

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

The ninth sub-division of the Criminal Investigation First Division returns for a new season with a 2-hour special episode focusing on the mysterious death of a person wearing a mascot costume and the murder of a horticulturist trying to cultivate a unique type of blue tulips

Recommendation: Honcho Azumi Season 6 similar to Black Out
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Honcho Azumi Season 6(ハンチョウ~警視庁安積班~ シリーズ6)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathMiniseries

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

This time, Azumi and his colleagues must collaborate to resolve different cases near Tokyo Sky Tree in Oshiage, Tokyo. They are tasked with working at a branch office in the area, functioning as both a police station and a neighborhood police box. Dealing with the complex local environment and widespread police mistrust poses ongoing challenges for them in their work.

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Honcho Azumi Season 2(ハンチョウ ~神南署安積班~ シリーズ2)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathPolice Procedural

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Team Azumi, known for their successful crackdown on individuals involved in stimulant drugs, recently collaborated with the Fifth Unit of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police's Anti-Organised Crime Division. As a gesture of appreciation, Torikai, the head of the Fifth Unit, treated the team to a meal at an upscale restaurant. Meanwhile, the renowned fashion designer, Sawamura Kyosuke, was seen dining with the top female model, Mizutani Rieko, at the same establishment. The following day, Sawamura's mentor was found dead in a parked car. Among the mentor's belongings was a day planner that indicated a scheduled meeting with Sawamura at the time of the murder. Azumi Tsuyoshi attempted to question Sawamura, but Torikai, who had already taken another individual into custody as the prime suspect, insisted that the Metropolitan Police would be handling the investigation. Despite Torikai's objections, Azumi felt uneasy about the situation and instructed his team to conduct their own inquiry.

Recommendation: Mikkoku wa Utau similar to Black Out
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Mikkoku wa Utau(密告はうたう)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerDeathDeath Of A Co-workerMiniseriesSuspenseTorture

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Sara Masaki, a detective in Investigation Team 1 at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, faces the tragic loss of his colleague, Detective Saito Kota, during a murder investigation. Following this, Masaki is reassigned to Personnel Department 1 within the Inspection Division, still grappling with the death of his coworker. Despite his grief, Masaki encounters hostility from his coworkers. When a mysterious letter arrives at the personnel department accusing Detective Minaguchi Nako of leaking confidential information, Masaki launches his own investigation. This leads him to delve into the unresolved case of his colleague's death.

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Interlaced Scenes(错位)

2024China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathDetective Female LeadFictional WorldSuspenseWeb Series

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Detectives Jiang Guang Ming and Shi Luo are tasked with investigating a case that appears to mirror the crime scene described in a novel penned by Gu Yu Ming. As they delve deeper into the investigation, the lines between fiction and reality blur. Could this uncanny resemblance be purely coincidental?

Recommendation: Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 2 similar to Black Out
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Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 2(コールドケース2 〜真実の扉〜)

2018Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathDetective Female LeadFlashback To PastMultiple MainsSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Reboot of the American television show "Cold Case" from 2003.

Recommendation: Rinsho Hanzai Gakusha Himura Hideo no Suiri Season 2 similar to Black Out
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Rinsho Hanzai Gakusha Himura Hideo no Suiri Season 2(臨床犯罪学者 火村英生の推理)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryAge GapDeathEccentric Male LeadMiniseriesWriter Male Lead

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 37% similarity match.

Himura Hideo works as a criminologist, while his close friend Arisugawa Arisu is known for writing mystery novels. Together, they collaborate to solve various cases by utilizing their individual strengths and supporting each other's weaknesses.

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The Twelfth Second(第十二秒)

2021China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerDeathDeath Of A WifeDisappearanceRomanceSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Detective Zhao Yi Chen's pregnant wife, Hu Jia Ying, vanishes suddenly, leaving only an 11-second distress call. Nearly a decade later, he is led to a stranger's house by a letter, discovering that his wife passed away a year prior and left behind a silent 9-year-old daughter. The series delves into Zhao Yi Chen's emotional journey with Hu Jia Ying and his quest to unravel the mysterious circumstances surrounding her death, unveiling shocking revelations about her past.

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The Truth (2020)(凶案现场)

2020China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathRevengeSmart Male LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

The ongoing investigation into a homicide from a decade ago exposes the depths of human depravity and reveals a carefully orchestrated act of vengeance. Feng Lang, a brilliant detective, uncovers a disturbing plot linked to a pharmaceutical company from the past while working on various cases. Teaming up with the youthful officer Fan Yun and a team of investigators, they must use their intellect and determination to unravel the enigma.

Recommendation: Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 4 similar to Black Out
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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 4(警視庁・捜査一課長 2020)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMystery

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Junichi Oiwa, head of the non-carrier top-notch investigator team comprising more than 400 skilled detectives, is the newest addition to this lineup dedicated to resolving challenging cases. Joining him are familiar faces like Hirotaro Honda, Knights Nobuyuki Hanawa, Hiroki Suzuki, and Akio Kaneda. The narrative also delves into the most recent updates from Tokyo and unveils previously undiscovered corners of the city.

Recommendation: Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 12 similar to Black Out
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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 12(警視庁捜査一課9係 12)

2017Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathMiniseriesPolice Department Setting

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 35% similarity match.

The leader of the First Division 9th Sub-division is currently on a unique assignment, so an experienced teacher from the section's coroner has arrived to take his place

Recommendation: Hanzai Shokogun Season 2 similar to Black Out
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Hanzai Shokogun Season 2(犯罪症候群 Season 2)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryThrillerMiniseriesRevengeSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Season 2 of the show centers around Kaburagi, who was in a relationship with Muto's sister in the past

Recommendation: Gonzo similar to Black Out
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Gonzo(ゴンゾウ)

2008Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalDeathMiniseriesTrauma

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 35% similarity match.

Formerly a top detective, Kuroki's career was derailed by a traumatic case, leading to his reassignment to a different department where he now spends his days in idleness. However, a new case emerges that offers him the opportunity to reclaim his detective status. (Tokyograph)

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Iryu Sosa(遺留捜査)

2011Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDetective Supporting CharacterEccentric Male Lead

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 35% similarity match.

In the First Investigation Scientific Criminal Unit of the Metropolitan Police Department, lead investigator Satoshi Itomura is known for his thoroughness in investigating crime scenes to catch the culprits. Rookie investigator Miyuki Oda may not have the natural instincts of a detective, but she excels in gathering crucial information from crime scenes. Under the guidance of Satoshi Itomura, Miyuki Oda learns the intricacies of detective work while working together on challenging cases.

Recommendation: Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 7 similar to Black Out
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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 7(警視庁捜査一課9係 7)

2012Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathMiniseriesPolice Department Setting

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 35% similarity match.

Before becoming police officers, each member of the Ninth Section of the First Investigative Division faces personal challenges and difficulties. Despite their individualistic nature leading to conflicting approaches in investigations, they are bound together by a shared commitment to justice. While their actions may seem disjointed, they all dedicate themselves to apprehending criminals and tackling complex cases with unwavering determination.

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Galileo Season 2(ガリレオ)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerPhysicsProfessor Male LeadSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Manabu Yukawa, the brilliant physicist, is known for his exceptional talents and flawless character. Despite his good looks, athletic abilities, and sharp intellect, he has a disdain for children and can exhibit unreasonable behavior, earning him the nickname "the eccentric Galileo" among his peers. How will the clever Galileo tackle the otherworldly puzzles presented to him this time? Misa Kishitani, a detective with the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's investigation unit, prides herself on her intelligence but also has a sadistic streak. A new addition to the TV series, her role will take on the responsibilities previously held by Kaoru Uchiumi. Taken from the novels "Galileo no Kunou", "Seijo no Kyuusai", "Kyozou no Doukeshi", and "Kindan no Majutsu" by Higashino Keigo.

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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathMiniseriesSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Detective Seiichiro Watari from the Otaru Police Precinct in Hokkaido is retiring soon with unresolved business from seven years ago. The unidentified skeleton of a woman was discovered in the sea of Otaru, halting the investigation. Watari is determined to identify her before leaving the precinct. Three years after retirement, he stumbles upon a clue that could solve the case, despite his limited life expectancy. With the help of detective Kaoru Saotome, he begins reinvestigating, much to the dismay of his wife Suzuko. They travel to Tokyo to meet a jewelry designer who provided a clue, but she has mysteriously disappeared. Watari's obsession with the case stems from the tragic drowning of his daughter Kozue 20 years ago. As he delves deeper, he encounters architect Haruyuki Kiryu, whose connection to the case remains unclear. Kiryu is determined to succeed in his company, even as he becomes involved with Akane Seike, the president's daughter who bears a striking resemblance to his deceased girlfriend. Their entangled fates lead to a dangerous pursuit of ambition and truth.

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Ame ni Kieta Himawari(雨に消えた向日葵)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryDisappearanceMiniseriesPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 35% similarity match.

Nara Kenichi, a police officer, is assigned to investigate the disappearance of an 11-year-old girl named Ishioka Aoi. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance - whether she was kidnapped, had an accident, or ran away due to her parents' impending divorce - remain unknown. Kenichi is particularly invested in this case due to his younger sister Mayuko's emotional trauma from a past attack, and he is determined to prevent a similar incident from occurring.

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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathRevengeSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

As they entered their late thirties, Komoto Maya, Kagami Riko, and Sakaki Yurika realized they regretted marrying for the sake of happiness. They started to feel the limitations of their careers and questioned the direction of their lives. These three college classmates often went out for drinks together, sharing complaints about their husbands and releasing their pent-up frustrations. One fateful evening, Maya and Riko were summoned to Yurika's home, where she shockingly confessed, "I have killed my husband!" Subsequently, Maya's husband mysteriously disappeared, setting off a chain of events that would alter the destinies of these three women. Thus begins the tale of their vengeance as they strive to reclaim the happiness stolen from them by their marriages.

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Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira(コールドケース ~真実の扉~)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathDetective Female LeadEpisodic FormatMiniseriesPolice Department SettingSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Yuri Ishikawa and her colleagues work on solving long-standing unsolved cases in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. This project is inspired by the American television show "Cold Case" from 2003.

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Gap Dong(갑동이)

2014South Korea
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerCriminal Male LeadDeathHwaseong Serial MurdersInspired By A True StoryPsychopath Male LeadSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Moo Yeom works as a detective. Two decades prior, he was a Buddhist monk, but he found himself in a difficult situation involving a man named Gap Dong. In an effort to sever his connection with him and eliminate any negative karma that might stem from their association, Moo Yeom chose to become a detective. Once the statute of limitations had lapsed, Gap Dong resurfaced. Determined to apprehend him for good, Moo Yeom embarks on a mission inspired by the "Hwaseong serial murder case."

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Long Goodbye (2014)(ロング・グッドバイ)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMystery1950sDeathMelodramaMiniseriesNoirSuicide

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 35% similarity match.

Taking place in Tokyo, Japan in the 1950s, the story revolves around Tamotsu, who is suspected of killing his wife, the actress Shizuka Harada. He escapes to Taiwan and takes his own life. A close friend of Tamotsu, Banji Masuzawa, who works as a private investigator, has suspicions about the circumstances of Tamotsu's death. However, the influential media tycoon Heizo Harada covers up the case. Banji becomes embroiled in another investigation involving the Harada family's neighbors, where he meets an intoxicated writer named Joji Kamiido, an editor from a publishing company, and a captivating woman named Aiko, who holds crucial information related to the case. Just when it seems like Banji has cracked the case, an unexpected twist unfolds. This narrative is inspired by Raymond Chandler's novel "The Long Goodbye."

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National Heroes(国门英雄)

2011China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryThrillerSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Centers on the inquiry into the "506 Extraordinary Magnesium Smuggling Case"

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The Conspirators(同谋者)

2016China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Lei Ming, a detective working in the Republic of China, uncovered a puzzling case involving theft and vandalism three decades ago, which ended up implicating him in the investigation.

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Crimson River(非常目击)

2020China
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryReturn To HometownThrillerDeathPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Black Out, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Return To Hometown, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

A cold case involving the murder of a young girl resurfaces two decades later, stirring up memories in a tranquil town. Shan Feng, who had witnessed the crime in the past, comes back to the town as a police officer, haunted by the painful recollections. Determined to uncover the truth, he finds that everyone connected to the case has experienced significant transformations.

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Checkmate(民国大侦探)

2022China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraConspiracyHistoricalHistorical FictionLawLawyer Male LeadWeb Series

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Si Tu Yan, a young lawyer from Beijing, was let go from his job for standing firm on his beliefs. While traveling to Harbin, he forms a bond with the wealthy and honest Luo Shao Chuan. Together, they tackle several cases, leading Si Tu Yan to become the most in-demand detective in Harbin. Their trio is completed by Zhou Mo Wan, a compassionate and brilliant woman they meet during an investigation. Collaborating, they unravel numerous mysteries in Harbin, working towards justice and change in the city.

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Suna no Utsuwa (2004)(砂の器)

2004Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerComposer Male LeadMusicMusician Male LeadPianist Male LeadSchool ViolenceStage Actress Female LeadSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Rising musician and composer Waga Eiryo harbors a mysterious past that he will do anything to keep hidden

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A League of Nobleman(君子盟)

2023China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerBromanceFriendshipHistoricalPoor Male LeadScholar Male LeadSmart Male LeadSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Zhang Ping, a destitute orphan from a rural area, relocates to Beijing with the intention of taking the civil service exam. However, he finds himself selling noodles on the streets instead. Despite his simple demeanor, Zhang Ping possesses a sharp mind and a knack for solving puzzles. On the other hand, Lan Jue, a refined government official with a mysterious background, is looking into a case. Their paths cross, and after some initial misunderstandings, Zhang Ping assists Lan Jue in solving the case, inadvertently discovering his hidden past. This marks the beginning of a unique partnership where the two men, despite their differences, join forces to unravel mysteries, such as uncovering the truth behind Lan Jue's father's death and exposing corruption in the royal court.

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Desire Catcher(无眠之境)

2023China
Novel AdaptationCold CaseDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalThrillerCrimeFriendshipGaslightingHypnosisPsychological ManipulationSuspenseWeb Series

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Lu Feng Ping is highly respected in the field of hypnotism. When a string of crimes believed to be committed under hypnosis startle the city, law enforcement seeks his assistance. Officer Luo Fei, who is handling the investigation, initially doubts Feng Ping but eventually agrees to collaborate with him. Despite their initial wariness, they uncover a connection to a long-standing unsolved case. Their investigation leads them to a secretive organization with sinister ties, bringing them closer to resolving both past and present mysteries.

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Keishicho Ikimono Gakari(警視庁いきもの係)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryAnimalComedyMiniseriesPolice Officer Female Lead

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Sudo Tomozo is a detective who is reassigned to a unit that looks after animals belonging to suspects or missing persons after being removed from investigative duties following an incident. Usuki Keiko, a fellow police officer in the same division, harbors a greater affection for animals than for humans. Keiko utilizes clues gathered from animals found at crime scenes to draw conclusions. Together, Tomozo and Keiko collaborate to solve various cases.

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Paranormal Mind(開腦儆探)

2015Hong Kong
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerSci-FiSupernaturalSupernatural PowerSuspense

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In a detective series with a supernatural theme, the focus is on exploring mysterious cases using scientific concepts and realistic methods instead of traditional ghosts and spirits. The story follows Hung Gei Yuen, a former high-ranking police inspector who gains the unique ability to enter other people's subconscious after the tragic death of his son, which he believes was a murder hidden within the depths of the mind. As he delves into the hidden subconscious, he also grapples with a split personality, all while trying to uncover the truth behind his son's death. Each character in the series possesses a special ability, despite being considered abnormal or weird by society, they use these abilities to solve various enigmatic cases without letting it affect their self-esteem.

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Quiz(QUIZ)

2000Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerFamilyGameKidnappingSuspense

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A mother's son is taken, with the only hint being a message that begins with "This is a test." The story unfolds rapidly and with flair as lead detective Kaoru Kiriko from the Special Investigation Team follows a series of challenging puzzles that appear to taunt the authorities. Kaoru, with her sharp instincts, matches wits with the kidnapper, but as she gets nearer to the truth, she realizes she is the one being pursued, not the pursuer.

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Keiji Teinen(刑事定年)

2010Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

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Iryu Sosa Season 2(遺留捜査 第2シーズン)

2012Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDetective Supporting CharacterEccentric Male LeadMiniseries

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

After being reassigned from the Metropolitan Police Department First Investigation, Satoshi Itomura finds himself working at the Tsukishima Police Station. A shocking incident unfolds in the typically tranquil Tsukishima District when Megumi Kagami, a colleague at the station, is abducted. The situation escalates when Megumi's father, Kyo Kagami, receives a threatening phone call regarding his daughter's safety. Concerned for Megumi's well-being, Satoshi rushes to Kyo's home to offer his assistance. The kidnapper sends a distressing video showing Megumi unconscious, putting her at risk due to a recent kidney transplant. As the investigation unfolds, Chief Detective Kyoko Mizusawa and Yuji Sakuma take charge while Satoshi delves into a mysterious article discovered at the crime scene. Despite facing resistance from Detective Masayoshi Machida, Satoshi enlists the help of Shigeru Muraki to analyze the item. The analysis reveals a connection to a past case involving Kyo Kagami, prompting Satoshi to suspect a link between the current kidnapping and events from five years ago.

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Iryu Sosa Season 3(遺留捜査 第3シーズン)

2013Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDetective Supporting CharacterEccentric Male LeadMiniseries

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Detective Satoshi Itomura has a tendency to work at his own speed, but his sharp eye for detail and unwavering resolve to solve cases make up for it

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Yappari Oshii Keiji(やっぱりおしい刑事)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryComedyMiniseriesNice Male LeadPolice Procedural

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Siren(サイレーン)

2015Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerAdapted From A MangaDetective Female LeadDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadRomanceSecret RomanceSuspense

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Satomi Shinobu is a member of the Mobile Investigation Unit at The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, where they are responsible for conducting initial investigations at crime scenes. He partners with Inokuma Yuki, with whom he shares a secret romantic relationship. Both of them aspire to work at the top Investigation Station. Their lives take a turn when they encounter the enigmatic Tachibana Kara at a crime scene where a body was discovered. Kara starts appearing at other crime scenes involving gruesome murders, showing a particular interest in Yuki. Shinobu becomes concerned for Yuki's safety and sets out to uncover the truth behind the string of murders and Kara's true identity, in order to protect his girlfriend.

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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 2(警視庁・捜査一課長シーズン2)

2017Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

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Iryu Sosa Season 4(遺留捜査 第4シーズン)

2017Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDetective Supporting CharacterEccentric Male LeadMiniseries

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Itomura Satoshi has returned, this time in Kyoto with a fresh team. He has joined the 1st Investigation Division of the Kyoto Prefectural Police Station, where they handle the most challenging cases.

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Iryu Sosa Season 5(遺留捜査 第5シーズン)

2018Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDetective Supporting CharacterEccentric Male LeadMiniseries

Like Black Out, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Nagatsu Ryoko, an employee of the Agency for Cultural Affairs, was discovered deceased in the mountains. A month prior, she had come across a Buddha statue at a shrine in the mountains. While initial reports suggested her death was accidental, investigator Itomura Satoshi believes there is more to the circumstances surrounding her demise.

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Crazy Rain(クレイジーレイン)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

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During a stormy night, four investigators convene at the residence where a homicide took place. Iguchi, known for his amiable demeanor, Watanabe burdened by gambling debts, the lackadaisical Imae, and the stern Kiyota are tasked with monitoring the house. As the night progresses, the detectives' dark pasts and secrets begin to unravel. The question remains: which of them will make it out alive?

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Detective Cheng Xu(侦探成旭之龙城岁月)

2008China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryThrillerSuspense

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Love Song in Winter(冬至)

2024China
Cold CaseDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerAge GapAnesthesiologist Female LeadEx Comes BackPatient Male LeadRomanceSecond Chance RomanceSerial Killings

Like Black Out, this drama also features Cold Case, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The story centers around the reconnection of detective Jiang Cheng Yi and anesthesiologist Lu Yan, former lovers who cross paths again after eight years. As they team up to solve a series of murders, they confront their past misunderstandings. When Lu Yan encounters her deceased college friend Deng Man during a night shift, a series of strange events unfold. The investigation leads Jiang Cheng Yi, Lu Yan's ex-boyfriend, to become involved, ultimately revealing the hidden truth from eight years ago.