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Black Revenge(ブラックリベンジ)

2017Japan
BetrayalBusinessDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMiscarriageMysteryRevengeSex IndustrySmart Female LeadSuspenseThrillerWrongfully Accused

Saori Imamiya's husband, a promising politician, had his career destroyed by a false scandal which led to his suicide and caused Saori to miscarry. After five years, Saori discovers the identities of three individuals behind the scandal. Seeking revenge, she accepts a position as a freelance writer at a weekly magazine, which publishes an article about her late husband. Saori then delves into uncovering the secrets of those responsible for her husband's downfall.

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Recommendation: Boku no Yabai Tsuma similar to Black Revenge
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Boku no Yabai Tsuma(僕のヤバイ妻)

2016Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeSmart Female LeadSuspenseThrillerAttempted SuicideEmotionally Strong Female LeadInfidelityKidnappingPsychological

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Revenge, Smart Female Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Mochizuki Kohei, who is wedded to the lovely and talented Maria, appears to have everything - a thriving café and a flawless marriage. But feeling overwhelmed by her, he conspires with his mistress, Kitasato Anna, to orchestrate her demise. Just as he is about to carry out his plan, Maria is abducted, leading to Kohei becoming the prime suspect in the investigation. As the situation unfolds, Maria's hidden secrets come to light, exposing a side of her that Kohei was unaware of.

Recommendation: Last One Standing (2008) similar to Black Revenge
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Last One Standing (2008)(與敵同行)

2008Hong Kong
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWrongfully AccusedMurder

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Wrongfully Accused themes with a 47% similarity match.

Cheung Sing Hei served time in prison after being convicted of killing his stepfather. Surprisingly, his cousin Tong Lap Yeen was the main witness in the case. After a decade behind bars, Sing Hei is released, only to find that Lap Yeen has become a prominent figure in the city, while his own reputation is tarnished. Feeling frustrated and suspicious about the events of ten years ago, Sing Hei is determined to uncover the truth behind his stepfather's murder. Through his own investigation, he identifies the true culprit, but struggles to find a motive or concrete evidence. This is a story of Sing Hei's quest to reveal the truth and clear his name.

Recommendation: Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN similar to Black Revenge
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Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN(名もなき復讐者 ZEGEN)

2019Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel Adaptation

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP similar to Black Revenge
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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationMurder

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% 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.

Recommendation: Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka similar to Black Revenge
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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationMurder

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% 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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Mikkoku wa Utau Season 2(密告はうたう2)

2024Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% 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.

Recommendation: Ishi no Mayu similar to Black Revenge
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Ishi no Mayu(石の繭 殺人分析班)

2015Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDetective Female LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipMurder

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Toko Kisaragi, a fresh addition to the female detective team, recently joined the 11th Section of the 1st Investigation Division at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, fulfilling her desire to follow in her father's footsteps. A murder case was reported on March 9, with the victim's body discovered encased in cement. The following day, the perpetrator, who goes by the name Toremi, boldly contacts the police department. Kisaragi is appointed as Toremi's point of contact, as he continues to disrupt the investigation by providing details about his crimes. Toremi eventually leads the police to another crime scene where another victim's body is found cemented.

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

2022Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMurderPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, 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: Tracer Season 2 similar to Black Revenge
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Tracer Season 2(트레이서 시즌 2)

2022South Korea
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerActionConfident Male LeadCorruption

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

Dong Joo is still on the path to uncover the truth about his father's death. Tae Joon is now leading the NTS with great ambition. Dong Joo discovers a connection between Tae Joon and his father's demise and strives to gather more proof. Meanwhile, Bureau Five remains focused on cracking down on tax evasion, secret funds, and corrupt dealings among high-ranking government figures. Will Dong Joo and his team be able to successfully complete their mission?

Recommendation: Tracer similar to Black Revenge
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Tracer(트레이서)

2022South Korea
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerActionBrave Male LeadConfident Male LeadCorruptionPower StruggleScheme

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Hwang Dong Joo holds the position of head of division 5 in the tax department of the National Tax Service. He dedicates himself to uncovering concealed funds to ensure tax compliance. His team consists of Seo Hye Young, known for her cheerful demeanor, and his superior, Oh Young. On the other hand, In Tae Joon serves as the director of a local tax office. He is a driven individual who has climbed the ranks through dishonest and unlawful means, all while displaying an arrogant attitude.

Recommendation: Chase (2010) similar to Black Revenge
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Chase (2010)(チェイス~国税査察官~)

2010Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Fiction

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% 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...

Recommendation: Zouka no Mitsu similar to Black Revenge
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Zouka no Mitsu(造花の蜜)

2011Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Supporting Character

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% 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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Tsui no Sumika(終の棲家)

2014Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerReporter Female Lead

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

After earning her MBA from a university in the United States, Asakura Tomoko joined the local news team at a newspaper in Tokyo as a new reporter. Despite her proficiency in numbers, she lacks interest in empathizing with her interviewees. Her superiors perceive her as arrogant and inadequate due to her lack of humility. To change this perception, Tomoko decides to cover a story on home nursing care, drawing inspiration from her memories of her grandfather. However, she is taken aback by the harsh realities she encounters and uncovers a series of mysterious deaths among elderly individuals under such care.

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64 (2015)(64)

2015Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel Adaptation

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% 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.

Recommendation: Black Familia: Shindoke no Fukushu similar to Black Revenge
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Black Familia: Shindoke no Fukushu(ブラックファミリア~新堂家の復讐~)

2023Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeFamily

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 40% similarity match.

What led to the tragic death of the young girl? The mother enters into a romantic relationship with the tycoon's father. The father takes on the role of the tycoon's wife's hairdresser. The uncle becomes the Korean teacher for the tycoon's daughter. Meanwhile, the sister investigates the tycoon's son as a journalist. Disguising themselves, the high school girl's family infiltrates the tycoon's life to uncover the truth behind her untimely demise. Along the way, they unearth shocking secrets in their quest for justice in this tale of deception and vengeance. (YTV)

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MOZU Season 2: Maboroshi no Tsubasa(MOZU Season 2 ~幻の翼)

2014Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerActionNovel AdaptationCrimeEspionageMurderSkilled Killer

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Revenge can be a risky driving force. Mozu, a professional killer, comes back to Japan posing as a spy from North Korea in order to seek vengeance. Kuraki Naotake, Osugi Ryota, and Akeboshi Misa join forces once more to probe into a political plot aimed at concealing a massacre at a hospital. The connection between the lethal assassin and this case remains a mystery.

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Fairy Valley Incident(神仙谷事件)

2012Taiwan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerCrime

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% 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
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerAction

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kami no Tsuki similar to Black Revenge
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Kami no Tsuki(紙の月)

2014Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel Adaptation

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% 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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Kazoku no Tabiji(家族の旅路 家族を殺された男と殺した男)

2018Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerWrongfully AccusedNovel AdaptationAdopted Male LeadFather-Son RelationshipHidden IdentityLawLawyer Male Lead

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Wrongfully Accused themes with a 40% similarity match.

In a gripping tale of suspense, a young attorney who survived the brutal murder of his family three decades ago comes face to face with a convict on death row. Asari Yusuke, the attorney, is tasked with seeking a retrial for the convict, Yanase Kozo, who was responsible for the deaths of Yusuke's parents and grandfather. Through the course of investigating the case, Yusuke uncovers a series of shocking revelations that are connected to him personally, prompting him to question his own identity. Balancing his professional duty with his personal emotions, Yusuke embarks on a journey of self-discovery, grappling with difficult decisions and challenging emotions. The story delves into themes of love, loss, and honor, ultimately posing the question of what truly defines a person's identity.

Recommendation: Misleading Track similar to Black Revenge
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Misleading Track(叠影危情)

2005Hong Kong
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWrongfully AccusedLawLawyer Male LeadMurderRomance

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Wrongfully Accused themes with a 39% similarity match.

Yan Ting was wrongly accused of killing her husband Yuen Man San in Taiwan, leading to her imprisonment for five years. With her family in Hong Kong turning their backs on her, Yan Ting's son was taken care of by her close friend Wun Suk Lan. Due to her good behavior in prison, she was released early and returned to Hong Kong. There, she meets a compassionate lawyer named Lo Lei Ho and starts working at his law firm. Along with searching for her son, Yan Ting is also trying to mend her broken relationship with her family. Meanwhile, she believes she sees Man San in the bustling streets of Hong Kong, leading her to question his death. Man San, now married to Chiang Nga Yi, is attempting to gain approval from her father. Unexpectedly, Suk Lan returns to Hong Kong from America claiming to be Man San's wife as well. As more surprising events unfold, the true identity of Man San is revealed to the other characters, leading to a series of deaths in order to protect his secret.

Recommendation: Keishichou Kanshiki Han 2004: Investigation similar to Black Revenge
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Keishichou Kanshiki Han 2004: Investigation(警視庁鑑識班2004 INVESTIGATION)

2004Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceMurder

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

Recommendation: Omae ni Yoroshiku similar to Black Revenge
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Omae ni Yoroshiku(お前によろしく)

2022Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerHostess Female LeadJealousyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

Recommendation: Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo similar to Black Revenge
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Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo(夜がどれほど暗くても)

2020Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationJournalist Male LeadMurderSuicide

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

Michinari Shiga is employed as an assistant editor at the weekly publication Shukan Jiryu, which has experienced an increase in sales thanks to its coverage of various scandals. He leads a life dedicated to journalism ethics, until his own son, who is in university, commits a double murder before taking his own life. Now, instead of uncovering scandals, Shiga is thrust into the midst of one. Facing pressure from his colleagues, he is demoted to a monthly magazine and his marriage begins to deteriorate rapidly. Despite his challenging circumstances, Shiga is resolute in his mission to uncover the truth surrounding his son's actions.

Recommendation: Through The Mystery similar to Black Revenge
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Through The Mystery(穿越谜团)

2016China
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMedicalRomance

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Wei Rong found a mysterious man using a deceased person's phone. Initially, she suspected him of being involved in the death of her close friend, Zong Si Ning, and causing trouble for her aunt, Zong Feng. However, she later discovered that the man, Ma Dong, was actually investigating Si Ning's death, which he believed was linked to his mother's suicide at her aunt's hospital a year prior. Working together, they retraced Si Ning's final steps before his tragic demise. What they uncovered was a shocking secret that could have torn their families apart if Si Ning had survived to reveal it.

Recommendation: Kyoto Ninjou Sousa File similar to Black Revenge
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Kyoto Ninjou Sousa File(京都人情捜査ファイル)

2015Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective FictionFormer Detective Male Lead

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% 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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Nigeru Onna(逃げる女)

2016Japan
BetrayalMiniseriesRevengeSuspenseThrillerWrongfully AccusedFriendshipPsychological

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Betrayal, Miniseries, Revenge, Suspense, Thriller, and Wrongfully Accused themes with a 38% similarity match.

After being wrongly accused of a crime, Rieko is finally acquitted and released from prison when she turns 40. She had been imprisoned for eight years for allegedly killing a child at the orphanage where she used to work. Despite her friend Azumi betraying her, Rieko is determined to track down both Azumi and the detective, Sakuma, who led the case against her. Sakuma feels remorse for his role in Rieko's wrongful imprisonment, but worries about the consequences if she seeks revenge on Azumi. Along her journey, Rieko encounters a mysterious young woman named Mio, who seems to understand the darkness within Rieko but chooses to stay by her side. Despite finding Mio unsettling, Rieko continues her quest to find Azumi, unaware of Mio's own troubled past.

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

2016Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male Lead

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, 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.

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Joshu Seven(女囚セブン)

2017Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyPrison Setting

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Itsuka Kono Ame ga Yamu Hi made similar to Black Revenge
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Itsuka Kono Ame ga Yamu Hi made(いつかこの雨がやむ日まで)

2018Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryWrongfully AccusedFamilyMurder

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Wrongfully Accused themes with a 38% similarity match.

At the age of 11, Morimura Hikari aspired to pursue a career as a musical actress. However, her dreams were shattered when a musical actress, whom her older brother Kunihiko was dating, was tragically murdered. Kunihiko was wrongfully accused and arrested for the crime. In order to distance herself from the painful memories, Hikari left her hometown and adopted her mother's maiden name, Kitazono. Now 26 years old, Hikari continues to hold onto her dream of becoming a musical actress despite facing numerous challenges in her life. She juggles working at a bar with taking care of her mother. Upon hearing of Kunihiko's release from prison, Hikari decides to confront him one last time to bid farewell to the brother who had brought turmoil into her life. However, their meeting takes an unexpected turn when Kunihiko proclaims his innocence before disappearing from her life once again.

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Chase Season 2(チェイス第2章)

2018Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerAssistant Director Female LeadJournalist Male Lead

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% 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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Black Postman(ブラックポストマン)

2023Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerMurderSerial Killings

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Once, there existed a special mailbox where children could seek justice against abusive adults. The Neverland Devil would punish these wrongdoers upon receiving a letter from a child. However, after a certain incident, the Neverland Devil vanished without a trace. A decade later, a man named Soejima Rikiya, who used to be a mail carrier but now works at a hospice, receives a cryptic message hinting at the Neverland Devil's return. In response, Soejima decides to return to his former job at the post office. Meanwhile, a murder victim is discovered by the river, with a note in their mouth suggesting the Neverland Devil's resurgence. Soejima Rikiya finds himself entangled in the investigation of this serial killer known as the Neverland Devil.

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Shin Kuko Senkyo(新空港占拠)

2024Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerActionDetective Male Lead

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

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

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Fantasy Tower(환상거탑)

2013South Korea
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerAnthologyFantasy

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

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

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Unexploded Bomb(不発弾 ~ブラックマネーを操る男~)

2018Japan
BusinessInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerActionNovel Adaptation

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Business, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

A major electrical manufacturer hosts a press briefing to address concerns regarding accounting irregularities amounting to 150 billion yen. The CEO of the company is believed to have been influenced by Finance Consultant Ryo Koga. Yumiko Kobori, a member of investigation unit 2, suspects fraudulent activities and questions why the company was not delisted from the stock market. Following the apparent suicide of the head of the management audit department, Ryo Koga has a clandestine meeting with Shozo Higashida. Yumiko Kobori begins to question the circumstances surrounding the supposed suicide and seeks to uncover the identity and motives of Ryo Koga.

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Mikkoku wa Utau(密告はうたう)

2021Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDeath Of A Co-workerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadTorture

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, 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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Yaneura no Koibito(屋根裏の恋人)

2017Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerFamilyMurderPsychologicalRomanceSecret

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Saijo Kinuka, a homemaker, resides in a Western-style house in Kamakura with her husband and two teenage children after inheriting it from her late father-in-law. She fulfills her dream of opening a flower arrangement school in the salon of her new home. However, her past resurfaces when her ex-boyfriend, Seno Itsuki, unexpectedly shows up at her housewarming party. Strange occurrences begin to unfold in the household, such as missing food and clothing, as it is revealed that Seno has been secretly living in the attic. This leads to the unraveling of hidden secrets among those close to Kinuka, ultimately impacting her mental state. The situation escalates when a murder occurs, drastically altering her fate.

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Othello (2022)(オセロ)

2022Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerActress Female LeadFriendshipHorrorJealousySupernatural

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

A small theater group called "ENGINE" is currently rehearsing in a rundown building near Tsutenkaku Tower in Osaka. The group's young members, led by actress Yamaguchi Mai, are putting in extra effort to prepare for their upcoming performance in Tokyo. Their current production is "DICE," which is the troupe's most well-known work and was first staged a decade ago. The group's leader, Mr. Shigemori, is particularly excited about the Tokyo performance but is starting to feel dissatisfied with the rehearsals. However, everything changes when Mai comes across a VHS tape labeled "DICE" in the company's archives. This tape contains footage from the original performance ten years ago. After watching the tape, Mai and her friends start experiencing strange and unexplainable events around them.

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Malice (2023)(MALICE)

2023Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Male LeadMurderProfessor Female LeadReporter Male LeadWeb Series

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% 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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Dalah: Death and the Flowers(ดาหลา บุปผา ฆาตกรรม)

2025Thailand
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimeFlorist Female LeadMurderSinger Supporting CharacterViolence

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

As law enforcement hurries to apprehend suspects in a highly publicized murder investigation, the enigmatic death marks the onset of a cascade of sinister truths waiting to be revealed. The narrative centers on Dalah, a fashionable floral designer tasked with creating flower arrangements for the eagerly awaited wedding of Ohm, the frontrunner for Prime Minister, and his fiancée Risa. Their impending marriage has garnered widespread media attention as it is set to merge two of the nation’s most influential families. However, when the groom is discovered deceased on the day of the wedding, all attendees find themselves under suspicion in the murder inquiry. Caught in a tangled web of clandestine relationships and elite scandals, Dalah takes it upon herself to investigate, uncovering dark secrets and a conspiracy that connects to her own history.

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The Dance of the Storm(风暴舞)

2021China
DramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerWrongfully AccusedActionCyber SecurityFirst LoveLove Hate RelationshipRomance

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, Thriller, and Wrongfully Accused themes with a 37% similarity match.

In a series of tasks, a man uncovers disturbing ties between the people he works for and dangerous organizations. With the assistance of his romantic partner, they gather clues to reveal the truth. Li Jun Jie had a happy childhood under the care of his scientist parents until they tragically passed away when he was twelve. After their deaths, rumors circulated that his father had betrayed the country, leading to Li Jun Jie being abandoned by his relatives and sent to an orphanage in Chong Hai. There, he befriends Shi Yun Hao, and together they join a security agency upon the recommendation of Chen Gang. Their lives take a turn for the better when they meet Zhou Zi Xuan, but tragedy strikes when Li Jun Jie's actions lead to Chen Gang's death. Determined to find the true culprit and seek justice, Li Jun Jie embarks on a journey that takes him back to the source of his troubles.

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Century Lao Che(百年老宅)

2009China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

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Be Irreconcilable(势不两立)

2014China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

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Two Women in the War(兩個女人的戰爭)

2016China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

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Double Characters(夜行人)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

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Three years ago, Tang Ming Xuan's wife Xie Wei passed away in what was believed to be a suicide, a situation that has troubled the family ever since. At the wedding ceremony of Ke Yuan and Ming Xuan three years later, new information came to light when a mysterious individual, Solution Days, appeared, bringing back memories of the past. Ke Yuan stood by Ming Xuan, refusing to believe Solution Days' accusations and remaining convinced of Ming Xuan's innocence. Solution Days suspected foul play in Xie Wei's death and set out to uncover the truth, using various tactics to take control of the company and investigate the real cause of Xie Wei's demise. As new evidence emerged, the hidden secrets surrounding Ming Xuan began to unravel, bringing danger closer to Ke Yuan as she navigated a world of love and deception. Ultimately, Ming Xuan's true nature was revealed.

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The Girls (2020)(女孩们在那年夏天)

2020China
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

A group of women who once shared a dormitory together are now in their thirties, facing challenges in their personal lives, careers, and marriages. An unexpected reunion brings them back together, but they soon realize that there are hidden complexities among them. The host of the gathering, Lin Ji (played by Fan Shiqi), receives a video from 15 years ago that belonged to their former roommate, Jiang Yuanyuan, who tragically took her own life that summer. In the video, Jiang mentions feeling betrayed by a close friend. The incident continues to haunt the women, especially when Lin Ji brings up Jiang's death during the reunion. As they try to leave, they discover that the door has been locked from the outside. The mystery of what truly happened that fateful summer and why Jiang Yuanyuan died unfolds as the night progresses.

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Summer Heat (2006)(心慌、心郁、逐個捉)

2006Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

When Sui Ning was young, she had a close bond with her father after her mother passed away. However, as she got older, their relationship became strained. Sui Ning became consumed with work and found her father irritating. One day, her father invited her to visit their ancestral village for a vacation. Sui Ning couldn't understand why her father was so attached to his hometown. When she was called back to work, her father decided to go alone. Later that night, Sui Ning rushed to the village after finishing work, only to find her father's yacht had exploded. Believing her father was inside, she contacted her police officer boyfriend Lau Ho Fat. Despite their efforts to search the water, her father's body was not found. Sui Ning suspected foul play and began to distrust the villagers, uncovering her father's troubled history with them. Will she be able to uncover the truth and find the person responsible for her father's death?

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Sodom no Ringo(ソドムの林檎)

2013Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Editor Shitara Mari learns that Miwa Yoshio, her ex-boyfriend whom she broke up with following an argument six months ago, has tragically taken his own life. Yoshio was in a relationship with Miyamura Megumi, whom he met on a dating website. Megumi is facing allegations of killing several men after deceiving them with promises of marriage. Mari decides to attend Megumi's trial in order to investigate further. She embarks on a journey to the island where Megumi was born, accompanied by sports journalist Kitano Kengo.

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Tokuso 9 Season 6(特捜9 season6)

2023Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Season 6 follows the ongoing saga of the Special Investigation Team as they face internal conflicts while striving to uphold justice. By approaching cases from various angles, viewers can look forward to the team's lively and thorough investigations.

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Tokuso 9 Season 7(特捜9 season7)

2024Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Black Revenge, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

The Special Investigation Unit is comprised of team leader Kunikida Seiji and members Asawa Naoki, Komiyama Shiho, Aoyagi Yasushi, Yazawa Hideaki, Shindo Ryo, and Takao Yuma, all possessing distinct personalities. Despite their differences in age, career paths, personal lives, investigative perspectives, and work methods, they manage to work together due to the trust they have developed over time. While conflicts arise regularly, they are able to acknowledge their varying opinions and collaborate effectively. Additionally, the crimes they tackle are evolving with the changing times. The upcoming season will feature cases that mirror the present world and delve into the human dramas faced by the detectives as they strive to solve them in each episode.