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Chase (2017)(チェイス)

2017Japan
Assistant Director Female LeadCold CaseCrime Solving DuoCriminal Supporting CharacterDeathInvestigationJournalist Male LeadMiniseriesMysterySerial Killer Supporting CharacterSerial Killings

Mikami, a seasoned journalist, teams up with Mai, a new assistant director, to delve into the cold case of five young girls who were murdered 27 years ago

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Chase 2017

Recommendation: Joshi Deka similar to Chase (2017)
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Joshi Deka(ジョシデカ!-女子刑事-)

2007Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySerial KillingsComedyMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 38% similarity match.

An inexperienced sharpshooter and an experienced veteran are teamed up to solve various cases together. Despite their differences, the two women clash on many issues and we witness their evolving relationship as they work together, alternating between friendship and animosity. As they follow the clues left by a serial killer, they experience moments of laughter and tears. (TBS)

Recommendation: Cross Road Season 3 ~ Gunshu no Seigi similar to Chase (2017)
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Cross Road Season 3 ~ Gunshu no Seigi(クロスロード3 群衆の正義)

2018Japan
DeathInvestigationJournalist Male LeadMiniseriesMysterySerial KillingsDetective Male LeadDramaFreelancer Male LeadMurderPolice Department Setting

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Journalist Male Lead, Miniseries, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 38% similarity match.

In the Ota ward, there have been a series of murders that have caught the attention of Ozeki Tatsuro, a member of the Police Affairs Division at Omo Rinko Police Precinct. At the same time, Itagaki Kohei, a freelance journalist feeling disillusioned with his work, encounters a young woman in need on the beach. Before he can assist her, he is confronted by Fujishiro Shion, a journalist who live streams on Net Scoop. As the serial killer gains notoriety through posts by Araki Takuma on the social media platform JUSTICE, the police receive a call from Araki himself, hinting at a confession. The investigation team, previously focused on a different suspect, rushes to bring Araki in for questioning.

Recommendation: Chase Season 2 similar to Chase (2017)
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Chase Season 2(チェイス第2章)

2018Japan
Assistant Director Female LeadInvestigationJournalist Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDramaSuspenseThriller

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Assistant Director Female Lead, Investigation, Journalist Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 36% 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?

Recommendation: Black Postman similar to Chase (2017)
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Black Postman(ブラックポストマン)

2023Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySerial KillingsMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 36% 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.

Recommendation: Shitsuji Saionji no Meisuiri Season 2 similar to Chase (2017)
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Shitsuji Saionji no Meisuiri Season 2(執事 西園寺の名推理2)

2019Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Saionji Hajime is employed by the affluent Ijuuin family and graduated as the top student from a prestigious butler academy in London. He excels in housekeeping, mansion management, martial arts, and possesses a wide range of knowledge in various subjects such as science and history. Saionji has built a strong bond of trust with Yuriko, the widow of the Ijuuin family patriarch. He is known for following Yuriko's requests and taking on challenging investigations independently. Despite being primarily a butler, Saionji has proven his investigative skills by successfully solving complex mysteries using his expertise and abilities.

Recommendation: Ai Naki Mori de Sakebe similar to Chase (2017)
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Ai Naki Mori de Sakebe(愛なき森で叫べ)

2020Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySerial KillingsBased On A True StoryLGBTQ+MurderPsychological

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 33% similarity match.

Murata Jo is known for his cunning and manipulative ways. Despite his outwardly cheerful demeanor, he exerts emotional influence over others to exploit them for financial gain and coerce them into carrying out violent acts. This behavior mirrors the actions of Futoshi Matsunaga, the mastermind behind the real-life criminal case known as the Kitakyushu Serial Murder Incident, which occurred from 1996 to 1998.

Recommendation: Renzoku Satsujinki Kaeru Otoko similar to Chase (2017)
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Renzoku Satsujinki Kaeru Otoko(連続殺人鬼カエル男)

2020Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySerial KillingsIllnessMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 33% similarity match.

The lifeless body of a woman is discovered wrapped in a beige sheet and suspended from the roof of a dilapidated apartment building. A note claiming responsibility for the act is attached to the sheet, stating, "Today, I caught a frog and experimented with a bagworm." This peculiar incident captures the attention of the media. Kotegawa Kazuya, a rookie detective, and the experienced Watase from the Saitama Prefectural Police's First Investigation Division are assigned to the case. Criminal psychiatry expert Omaezaki Munetaka notes the immaturity of the crime and suggests it may lead to more murders. As Kotegawa and Watase search for the perpetrator, another killing occurs, with a mutilated body found in a car trunk at a scrapyard. A similar message is left behind, instilling fear and confusion among the public. Can Kotegawa and Watase uncover the identity of the elusive "Frog Man" and bring him to justice?

Recommendation: Konno Bin Suspense Kiso 235 (2023) similar to Chase (2017)
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Konno Bin Suspense Kiso 235 (2023)(今野敏サスペンス 機捜235)

2023Japan
Cold CaseInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel Adaptation

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Cold Case, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Upon first impression, Shimanaga Shoichi may appear to be a regular elderly individual nearing retirement at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's Second Mobile Investigation Unit. However, he is renowned for his exceptional investigative skills, able to recall the faces of 800 individuals he has encountered. Takamaru Takuya, a driven and attractive member of the unit, partners with Shimanaga with aspirations of being transferred to the prestigious First Investigative Division. Additionally, Higuchi Akira, a detective in the Violent Crimes Division, possesses keen insight and is unafraid to work independently in pursuit of the truth behind cases. As the Mobile Unit tackles challenging cases in a gripping manner, they will join forces with Higuchi's team to tackle the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's most notorious cold case throughout the season. Based on the book series "Mobile Investigation Unit 235" by Konno Bin.

Recommendation: D.I.D. 12 similar to Chase (2017)
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D.I.D. 12(刑偵12)

2025Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMysterySerial KillingsCrimeMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 31% similarity match.

Eccentric investigator Hing Hoi and police superintendent Ding Lok Fung share similar backgrounds but have trodden different paths in life. Their paths converge when a series of murders bring them together to catch the culprit. As they delve into the case, Hing Hoi reluctantly seeks assistance from psychologist Yeung Chi Fei, his old adversary. Together, they discover that the murderer is part of a larger group of assassins who operate through a mysterious website promoting a new interpretation of the seven deadly sins. The trio races against time to stop the killers from targeting individuals who have committed these sins, with their ultimate goal being the entire society. Hing Hoi is unexpectedly confronted with a painful past, plunging him into inner turmoil. Yeung Chi Fei is shocked to find a connection between the case and her mentor, university professor Fu Yeung Shan. Meanwhile, Ding Lok Fung uncovers a hidden conspiracy involving his sister, Ding Siu Wan, who has returned from overseas, forcing him to make a difficult choice between justice and family.

Recommendation: Late Night Hospital similar to Chase (2017)
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Late Night Hospital(심야병원)

2011South Korea
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryMedicalMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Heo Joon (Yoon Tae Young) works as a physician. His spouse was murdered by an unknown assailant right before his eyes. Following the tragic incident, he resigned from his position at a university hospital and is on a quest to find his wife’s murderer. To aid in his pursuit, he establishes a clandestine clinic that operates at night. Hong Na Kyung (Ryu Hyun Kyung) serves as a surgeon at Heo Joon’s clinic. [koreandrama.org]

Recommendation: Godan similar to Chase (2017)
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Godan(誤断)

2015Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationSuicide

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Makita Takahiro is employed in the Public Relations (PR) Department of Nagawara Seiyaku, a prominent pharmaceutical company in Japan. While on his way to work one day, he witnesses a tragic incident of someone taking their own life by jumping onto the railway tracks in front of an approaching train. Following this, he is summoned to a meeting with the Vice President, Anjo Takao, who informs him that the suicide might be linked to a medication produced by the company. Anjo then tasks Takahiro with collaborating with the authorities in their inquiries. With Nagawara Seiyaku currently in discussions with a significant foreign investment group regarding a potential merger, any negative publicity could jeopardize the deal and lead to the company's downfall due to financial struggles caused by the economic downturn. Despite being instructed to maintain strict confidentiality, even from his fiancée Morita Mayumi, who serves as Anjo's assistant, Takahiro faces a moral dilemma as he navigates between his responsibilities to the public and the company. As the investigation progresses and the drug is found in the deceased's body during the autopsy, Anjo directs Takahiro to negotiate an out-of-court settlement with the family while preparing reports for the Ministry of Health. Feeling conflicted, Takahiro seeks guidance from the company's lawyer, Takafuji Tatsumi, who is aligned with the President's faction seeking to remove Anjo post-merger. Ultimately, the question remains: will Takahiro prioritize the company's financial interests over his own moral compass?

Recommendation: Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo similar to Chase (2017)
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Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo(夜がどれほど暗くても)

2020Japan
DeathInvestigationJournalist Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDramaMurderSuicideSuspenseThriller

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Journalist Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% 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: Luo Shui Zhen Mi An similar to Chase (2017)
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Luo Shui Zhen Mi An(洛水镇谜案)

2024China
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryMurderShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Lie Zui Zhe similar to Chase (2017)
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Lie Zui Zhe(猎罪者)

2023China
Cold CaseDeathInvestigationMysteryCrimeMurderWeb Series

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Cold Case, Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

The setting of the narrative is in a country in Southeast Asia

Recommendation: Drama Detective similar to Chase (2017)
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Drama Detective(抓马侦探)

2021China
Crime Solving DuoInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionInvestigator Male LeadShort Length Series

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Crime Solving Duo, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Xiao Wei and Xiao Wa are a pair of lesser-known private investigators in M country

Recommendation: Uwasa no Onna similar to Chase (2017)
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Uwasa no Onna(噂の女)

2018Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationComedyRomance

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

During her high school years, Miyuki Itoi was not considered particularly attractive. However, one day, she undergoes a transformation and becomes stunningly beautiful. As she begins to interact with men, a mysterious pattern emerges - those men soon meet their demise. (My DramaList)

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Keiji Ichiro(刑事★イチロー)

2003Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadMurderPolice Department Setting

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

At Tamagawa Police Station, a major incident occurred where an unidentified individual murdered a family of four. The estimated time of the crime was between 10:30 p.m. on January 3 and 12:30 a.m. on January 4, 2003. In response, a specialized task force consisting of skilled officers from various stations was promptly assembled. Among the detectives from Tamagawa Station assigned to the team was a young and unremarkable officer named Ichiro. However, shortly after joining the team, Ichiro was removed from the case, supposedly due to his unauthorized investigation into another matter against the directives of his superiors.

Recommendation: Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 3 (2008) similar to Chase (2017)
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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 3 (2008)(警視庁捜査一課9係 season3)

2008Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

The Criminal Investigation Division 1-9 is a specialized unit tasked with solving complex and seemingly impossible murders and crimes in the city. They are known as the most formidable team in Tokyo, comprised of top experts in the field. Unlike other units, they prioritize individual judgment and action over strict hierarchy or physical prowess. Despite not holding traditional investigation meetings, they have an impressive track record with the highest arrest rate for criminals.

Recommendation: Hitorishizuka similar to Chase (2017)
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Hitorishizuka(ヒトリシズカ)

2012Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDramaMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

In a neighborhood, a man is killed by an intruder who entered his apartment unlawfully. Sergeant Kizaki, who is on duty nearby, hears a gunshot and rushes to the building. Detective Omura is already present at the crime scene. As they investigate, they make progress in identifying the perpetrator. Sergeant Kizaki begins to suspect that someone else is involved in the case. Suddenly, a young woman emerges from the darkness. Sergeant Kizaki senses a connection between her and the murders.

Recommendation: Shikeidai no 72-Jikan similar to Chase (2017)
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Shikeidai no 72-Jikan(死刑台の72時間)

2013Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A MangaDramaMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

The storyline revolves around a group of five individuals - four females and one male - who are confined within a grand mansion situated in the mountains. The estate is owned by Kaoru, the mother of Usui Toru, a man who tragically took his own life three years prior. Upon their arrival, Kaoru reveals to the group that her son was actually murdered, and the perpetrator is among them. They are given a deadline of 72 hours to uncover the true culprit, or else face dire consequences. This series was broadcasted on NHK BS Premium and is an adaptation of a manga created by Chie Shinohara.

Recommendation: Tsui no Sumika similar to Chase (2017)
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Tsui no Sumika(終の棲家)

2014Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryReporter Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% 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.

Recommendation: Shitsuji Saionji no Meisuiri similar to Chase (2017)
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Shitsuji Saionji no Meisuiri(執事 西園寺の名推理)

2018Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryButler Male LeadFoodMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Saionji Hajime is an impeccable butler who serves a sophisticated lady known for her inquisitive nature and pure character. Hajime started working for the lady prior to her husband's passing, leading to a strong bond of trust between them. When they encounter a murder case, the lady harbors suspicions about the incident. Utilizing his exceptional deductive skills, Hajime strives to unravel the mystery at hand.

Recommendation: Tokumei Keiji Kakuho no Onna similar to Chase (2017)
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Tokumei Keiji Kakuho no Onna(特命刑事 カクホの女)

2018Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female LeadExplosionMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Aya works as a detective at the Kanagawa Prefecture Police Station, where Yuriko has recently been assigned. Yuriko has experience working in the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department office. Aya and her fellow detectives find it unusual for someone to transfer from Tokyo to Kanagawa and switch from office work to fieldwork. Detective Iida, who works with Aya, receives a phone call and informs his colleague that his wife has been murdered.

Recommendation: Keiji Zero similar to Chase (2017)
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Keiji Zero(刑事ゼロ)

2019Japan
Crime Solving DuoInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAmnesiaDetective Male LeadPolice Department Setting

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Crime Solving Duo, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Rekihiko Tokiya, a skilled investigator based in Kyoto, finds himself in a perplexing situation after a pursuit leads him to fall into a reservoir at an old factory. Upon regaining consciousness in a hospital, he discovers a troubling gap in his memory spanning two decades. Despite being 51 years old, he cannot recall anything beyond the age of 31 when he first entered the field of detective work. Estranged from his former spouse, he struggles to recollect any details about their past together. Notably, his once-confident demeanor has been replaced by a more timid and reserved disposition, though his commitment to upholding justice remains steadfast. Rekihiko Tokiya resumes his investigative duties, albeit with a notably altered approach to handling cases.

Recommendation: Black Familia: Shindoke no Fukushu similar to Chase (2017)
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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
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaFamilyRevenge

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% 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)

Recommendation: Jung Yak Yong similar to Chase (2017)
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Jung Yak Yong(조선추리활극 정약용)

2009South Korea
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryHistoricalInfidelityMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

A renowned academic from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) is reincarnated as a captivating detective in OCN's "Jeong Yak Yong." This eight-part mini-series aims to engage enthusiasts of crime films and dramas with its vibrant characters set against a historical backdrop. "There are many alarming events occurring in our world today, and I wanted to illustrate them using traditional figures within a classic setting," director Kim Hong-sun stated during a press conference on Monday in central Seoul. Jeong (1762-1836) was not only a distinguished scholar but also a strong advocate for practical education. He served as a royal commissioner and authored numerous case reports throughout his career. Each 45-minute episode will delve into various mysteries, including theft, infidelity, and even homicide, featuring the charming Park Jae Jeong in the role of the clever and energetic Jeong, often referred to as the "Sherlock Holmes of the Joseon Era."

Recommendation: Special Crime Investigation similar to Chase (2017)
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Special Crime Investigation(특수수사일지: 1호관사건)

2006South Korea
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMurder

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Homicide at the Blue House. Jung Suk Kyu, a culinary expert working in the Blue House, was discovered dead in his quarters, seemingly by suicide. Detectives Kim Han Soo and Park Hee Young have been assigned to look into the case, which arises during a critical time just ahead of the scheduled peace negotiations involving North Korea, South Korea, and the United States. However, as their investigation unfolds, it becomes increasingly evident that the situation is more complex than it appears, and they must race against time to apprehend the murderer before another crime occurs.

Recommendation: Yami no Bansosha Season 2: Henshucho no Joken similar to Chase (2017)
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Yami no Bansosha Season 2: Henshucho no Joken(闇の伴走者~編集長の条件)

2018Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationEditor Male LeadInvestigator Female Lead

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

A famous manga editor, who once made a huge impact on the industry, falls to his death from the rooftop of a building. The authorities quickly ruled it as an accident due to the absence of a suicide note or any signs of foul play. However, there are many mysteries surrounding his demise. His colleagues and acquaintances believe he may have been murdered. Was it a case of homicide or suicide? Investigator Mizuno Yuki partners with Daigo Shinji, who has recently taken on the role of manga editor, to unravel the truth behind his death. Their only lead is an old manga manuscript left behind by the deceased editor, written by an unknown author. As they delve into the investigation, they find themselves entangled in the unsolved Shimoyama case, the most significant mystery since World War II.

Recommendation: Lunch Gokon Tantei - Koi to Gurume to Nazotoki to similar to Chase (2017)
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Lunch Gokon Tantei - Koi to Gurume to Nazotoki to(ランチ合コン探偵〜恋とグルメと謎解きと〜)

2020Japan
Crime Solving DuoInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationAmnesiaFood

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Crime Solving Duo, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Reiko Akutsu, an employee at a residential construction firm, organizes a lunch gathering to potentially find a romantic partner within the company. Yuika Amano, a new staff member, volunteers to participate in the matchmaking event. Together, Yuika Amano and Reiko Akutsu host the luncheon and meet with two gentlemen. As they dine, the men share intriguing stories filled with puzzles and riddles. Yuika Amano becomes engrossed in solving the riddles. Subsequently, during their matchmaking lunches, Yuika Amano listens to various tales involving ghosts or missing persons and endeavors to unravel the mysteries.

Recommendation: Who Is the Murderer similar to Chase (2017)
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Who Is the Murderer(谁是凶手)

2021China
DeathInvestigationMysterySerial Killer Supporting CharacterSerial KillingsDetective FictionMurderPolice Officer Male LeadPsychologist Female LeadSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, Serial Killer Supporting Character, and Serial Killings themes with a 28% similarity match.

In the year 2000, a murder took place in an apartment located within a printing factory in Haizhou City. A young police officer named Leng Xiao Bing, along with his more experienced colleague, responded to the report of the crime. Unfortunately, they ended up encountering the notorious serial killer of Haizhou City. Leng Xiao Bing hesitated to use his weapon during the confrontation, leading to the death of his senior officer, Li Lan. Another individual present during the incident was a young orphan named Xia Mu, who was hiding in an attic nearby. To protect his career in the police force, Leng Xiao Bing kept his inability to shoot a secret, which Xia Mu also chose not to reveal. The murderer managed to escape and the case went cold. Seventeen years later, Xia Mu joined the major crime unit with the goal of solving the murder of his mentor and others. Upon questioning Leng Xiao Bing about his hesitation to shoot, the truth was finally revealed. Together, they decided to reopen the old case and investigate it from a new perspective. Their suspicions eventually led them to the father of a psychologist named Shen Yu. Shen Yu, determined to clear her father's name, launched her own investigation. When a new body from sixteen years ago was discovered, it became clear that the killer had never truly stopped. Only through collaboration could they finally apprehend the real culprit and bring justice to the victims.

Recommendation: Chou no Rikigaku similar to Chase (2017)
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Chou no Rikigaku(蝶の力学 殺人分析班)

2019Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySerial KillingsNovel AdaptationDetective Female LeadDetective FictionFather-Daughter RelationshipMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 28% similarity match.

Detective Kisaragi Toko works in Investigation 1 Section 11 of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, under the supervision of Detective Hideaki Takano. Hideaki Takano is preparing to transfer to the Public Security Bureau in a week. Meanwhile, a murder occurs where a wealthy man is discovered dead in his residence with his throat slit and a blue flower inserted in the wound. The victim's wife, Mayumi, is also missing. A message from an individual claiming to be the killer, named Kurasuta 16, is sent to a newspaper, hinting at Mayumi's whereabouts. With the imminent transfer of Detective Hideaki Takano, Toko Kisaragi feels an increased sense of urgency and responsibility to solve the case.

Recommendation: Rasen no Meikyu: DNA Kagaku Sosa similar to Chase (2017)
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Rasen no Meikyu: DNA Kagaku Sosa(らせんの迷宮)

2021Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySerial KillingsAdapted From A MangaBromanceDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaMurderProfessor Male Lead

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 28% similarity match.

In Tokyo, a killer is known for leaving an `X` mark on the victims' bodies. Detective Genji Ando notices that the mark is reminiscent of the one found on his deceased wife. Unable to officially participate in the case, he enlists the help of Jin Jinbo, a DNA specialist at the medical school's genome analysis lab, to uncover the identity of the possible serial murderer.

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Strike it! Painters(罢工吧!画手)

2017China
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Discover the mysteries concealed within the artist's protest and uncover the reasons behind the adolescents' escapade through the dimensional barrier

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Hagure Keiji: Junjoha Series 18(はぐれ刑事純情派 シリーズ18)

2005Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

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IT Champions(IT行者)

2014Hong Kong
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

The IT industry is reserved for a select group of individuals who possess exceptional intelligence and skills. These individuals are responsible for creating innovative technologies, improving network systems, designing captivating video games, and developing business solutions. Every day, they face difficult challenges in the field of information technology and devise solutions that enhance our lives and provide entertainment.

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M no Higeki(Mの悲劇)

2005Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

When Ando Mamoru was a young boy, he had a frightening encounter with a burglar at his home. This traumatic experience influenced his decision to join a security company, where his strong instinct for danger led to quick promotions. As he prepares for his upcoming engagement to Yuki, the daughter of the company's director Shimaya, Mamoru is filled with happiness. However, during a train ride to an important business meeting, he crosses paths with a woman dressed in mourning attire named Aihara Misa, sparking a series of unexpected events. Though Mamoru does not recognize her, Misa harbors a deep resentment towards him, setting off a chain of unfortunate events in Mamoru's life.

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Takeru: Shinjin Sousakan Fairu(タケル 新人捜査官ファイル)

2009Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

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Fake Kyoto Bijutsu Jiken Emaki(フェイク 京都美術事件絵)

2011Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in Kyoto and follows Urasawa Yu, a 40-year-old part-time university lecturer who excels at deciphering people's intentions in art-related scenarios and authenticating historical artworks. Despite her social awkwardness, her exceptional judgment allows her to uncover the truth behind different events occurring in her surroundings. (Tokyograph)

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Nichome no Homuzu(二丁目のホームズ)

2013Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Difficult cases occur in the 2-chome district, where a unique individual fights against wrongdoing. Presenting themselves as male, but with a feminine spirit, the detective known as Holmes of 2-chome unravels the enigmas.

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Tokusou(トクソウ)

2014Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Special prosecutors are known for their significant investigative powers. Oda Toshiya has recently joined the team led by Onizuka Tsuyoshi, the deputy of the Special Investigation Department, after transferring from the Chiba Public Prosecutors Office. Onizuka's specialized unit is currently focusing on a bribery case involving Dainippon Construction, a prominent construction company responsible for building a dam, and a prefectural governor. Oda has concerns about Onizuka's investigation methods and decides to conduct his own search. Eventually, he discovers a subcontractor involved in the case.

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Chi No Shio(地の塩 )

2014Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Archaeologist Kensaku Kamimura uncovers a groundbreaking find that challenges historical beliefs. His discovery in the village of Shiona suggests that humans inhabited Japan during a previously unrecognized period. The revelation attracts attention to the area, drawing new visitors. Editor Rina Sakuma collaborates with Kensaku to document his findings in educational textbooks. As they spend time together, Rina finds herself drawn to Kensaku. Meanwhile, the remains of a missing female student are unearthed at the excavation site where Kensaku is working, sparking Detective Taichi Yukinaga to reopen the cold case. A scholar approaches Rina with claims that Kensaku's discovery has been tampered with.

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Utenai Keikan(撃てない警官)

2016Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

One day, Inspector Shibasaki Reiji from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's General Affairs Department is held accountable for the mysterious suicide of a subordinate and demoted to a local police station, despite being considered one of the top candidates in the police force. Reiji was instructed by his superior, Nakata, to allow his subordinate Kazuhiko Kido to participate in shooting training, even though Kazuhiko had a history of depression. Following Nakata's orders, Reiji gave Kazuhiko a handgun, which led to Kazuhiko taking his own life. Despite being questioned about the incident, Nakata denied ever giving such instructions regarding Kazuhiko. As Reiji shows love to his family, he is not afraid to use intimidation tactics on his colleagues to advance in his career. After realizing that he was framed, Reiji comes up with a plan to uncover the truth and get back on track in his career.

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Nippori Charlies(日暮里チャーリーズ)

2020Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Led by the enigmatic Charlie, three individuals residing in the "Dark Knight" mansion offer their services to clients free of charge. Yanaka, the playwright, gathers intel, while Imosaka uses his captivating magic skills. Kishi, a master of disguise, can assume a hundred different personas. Will Kishi and his team be able to resolve their clients' issues? And what secrets lie behind Kishi's true identity?

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Keishicho Kyokohangakari Higuchi Akira(警視庁強行犯係 樋口顕)

2021Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Keishicho Kyokohangakari Higuchi Akira Season 2(警視庁強行犯係 樋口顕 Season2)

2022Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Fixer Season 3(フィクサー Season3)

2023Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Fixer Shitara Kenichi works in the background during a kidnapping incident and the Tokyo gubernatorial election. When former journalist Watanabe Tatsuya catches wind of Kenichi's involvement, he decides to enter the race for the Tokyo gubernatorial election. Simultaneously, the daughter of a prominent construction company's president is taken captive. Kenichi, in talks with the kidnapper, devises a confidential strategy to juggle Tatsuya's campaign and the hostages' release. However, the outcome for Tatsuya remains uncertain. What is the truth concealed behind the abduction? The genuine intentions of "Fixer" Kenichi will finally come to light.

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Keiji 7-nin Season 9(刑事7人 シーズン9)

2023Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Which case poses the greatest challenge for Amagi Yu and the unique members of the newly formed investigation team as they come together once again to solve it

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Crime Scene Cleaner(孔雀魚)

2024Taiwan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Zhang Ya Nan, a former student of the police training school who had to leave due to health reasons. She later married a police officer and they had a son named Xiao Qian. Tragically, her husband passed away after a few years of marriage. To support her family, Ya Nan took on a job as a special cases cleaner at Sunshine Cleaning Company. Through this unexpected job, she formed relationships with her colleagues that, while seemingly peripheral, were filled with genuine human connections.

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Looking For Dorothy(도로시를 찾아라)

2006South Korea
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

A community becomes engulfed in anxiety and fear as an increasing number of children vanish without a trace. Amid this turmoil, Soo Ah, the daughter of Ji Soo and Hyun Soo, is abducted as well. In response, a specialized rescue team is assigned to the case, working to uncover the whereabouts of the missing children and determine if they are still alive.

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CODE1515(コード イチゴーイチゴー)

2020Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Chase (2017), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.