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Chong Ming Wei(重明卫:大明机密)

2018China
Coroner Male LeadFantasyHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMartial ArtsMing DynastyMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerYouth

In a peculiar incident reminiscent of one that occurred a decade ago, a group known as the Jizhong (Abnormalities) individuals acquire supernatural abilities following a meteorite crash. Chong Ming Wei, a special unit tasked with handling these individuals, is assigned to investigate. This leads to the involvement of three young heroes driven by different motives - be it ideals, identity, or curiosity. Xu He Qiao, a modest waiter from a pleasure house, is brought into the team upon the recommendation of the King. Duan Rong, a martial arts expert, switches between being adorable and serious. Meanwhile, Duan Jin is a coroner fully dedicated to his profession. Despite their individual reasons, they are forced to confront a series of supernatural events entangled within a grand conspiracy.

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Stitching Life and Death(阴阳裁缝)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Ma San, an inheritor of an ancient tailoring technique, utilizes his distinct abilities to rescue lawyer Song Yuan from a dangerous situation. Together, they join forces to solve puzzling mysteries and uphold the principles of justice.

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South City Resentment(南城遗恨)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican Era

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 46% similarity match.

Recommendation: Di Ren Jie: The Famous Detective similar to Chong Ming Wei
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Di Ren Jie: The Famous Detective(名侦探狄仁杰)

2015China
FantasyHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMartial ArtsMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyDetective Di RenjieDetective FictionDetective Male LeadHistorical FigureShort Length Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Martial Arts, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Information about Di Ren Jie, a renowned investigator known for his adeptness in solving mysteries. (DramaWiki)

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Iron Masked Singer(铁面歌女)

2010China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraRomance

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

Wealthy entrepreneur Bai Yi Ming took his soon-to-be wife, A Bu, to his stunning Rose Manor. A Bu experienced a series of strange occurrences and nightmares during their stay. Seeking answers, she turned to her fiance. Bai Yi Ming had a brief affair with a woman named Hu Yin Yin, promising to marry her before disappearing without a trace. Learning of her pregnancy, Hu Yin Yin traveled to Shanghai in search of Bai Yi Ming. Fate had other plans for her, as she was eventually taken care of and loved by musician Tao Da Wei. While Bai Yi Ming was involved with other women, Tao Da Wei and Hu Yin Yin faced many challenges together. They welcomed a set of twins, and Tao Da Wei discovered Hu Yin Yin's beautiful singing voice. Tragically, Hu Yin Yin was disfigured in a terrible accident, leading her to wear a mask. Their paths crossed again when Hu Yin Yin, now known as Hu Die, encountered Bai Yi Ming once more. Despite their shared history, Bai Yi Ming pursued Hu Die. However, their story did not have a happy ending, as it was eventually revealed that Hu Die had passed away.

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Ghost Catcher: Legend of Beauty(天师钟馗)

2010China
FantasyHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalGhostTang Dynasty

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 43% similarity match.

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Advisers of Criminal Law(刑名师爷)

2012China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMing DynastyMystery

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Ming Dynasty, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

After coming back to Ming dynasty China from abroad, Meng Tian Chu is on a quest to find his missing father. Alongside the seemingly mild-mannered but determined local advisor Duan Ping, he unravels challenging and sometimes dangerous mysteries. Despite their contrasting investigative approaches, the two clash frequently as they compete for the affection of Xia Feng Yi, a butcher's daughter.

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Relic of an Emissary(洪武三十二)

2011Hong Kong
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMing DynastyMystery

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Ming Dynasty, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

The narrative commences with the sons of the Hung-mo Emperor (Hongwu) coming back to the capital in order to demonstrate their respect and devotion to their ailing father. However, unbeknownst to many, the princes have ulterior motives of seizing the throne for themselves. Consequently, the kingdom is engulfed in turmoil, leading to a series of plots and intrigues unfolding within the city...

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The Executioner (2015)(刀下留人)

2015Hong Kong
HistoricalInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Executioner Yip Sheung-luk has carried out numerous executions throughout his career. In order to protect the pregnant daughter-in-law of his benefactor, Yuen So-sam, Sheung-luk arranges for her to seek refuge in the capital with the well-known midwife Fa Yui-hung. A series of unusual murders occur, leading Sheung-luk to use his skills to save an innocent life. However, this act lands both Sheung-luk and Yui-hung in trouble with the royal court due to the mysterious origins of the baby boy. Despite facing challenges, the unlikely pair bond and form a strong relationship. Meanwhile, a young couple, Chek Tsz-chau and Chuk Siu-moon, who have spent most of their lives in a brothel, seek shelter at Yui-hung's residence. Siu-moon implores Sheung-luk to take Tsz-chau as his apprentice, but Tsz-chau's reckless nature threatens to derail their plans. The arrival of the enigmatic magician Szema Chau alters Sheung-luk's life forever. As the baby boy's true identity is revealed, everyone involved finds themselves in imminent danger.

Recommendation: The Golden Warrior & Princess similar to Chong Ming Wei
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The Golden Warrior & Princess(名扬花鼓)

2004China
FantasyHistoricalInvestigationMartial ArtsMystery

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Historical, Investigation, Martial Arts, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

Brothers Chen Kun and Chan Chi Pang, who share the same mother but have different fathers, live very different lives due to their fathers' social statuses. Chen Kun enjoys more opportunities as his father is a respected general, while Chan Chi Pang's father is an alcoholic, leaving him constantly overshadowed by his brother. Despite their differences, the brothers share a strong bond. Chan Chi Pang is forced into an arranged marriage by his father and must go live with the bride's family. However, when the original bride dies, they replace her with a street smart girl named A-Baw Tsang, who has her own motives of finding her missing sister. A-Baw causes chaos and embarrassment at the wedding, leading both families to come up with a solution. They decide that both brothers will spend two months with A-Baw to determine who truly cares for her and should proceed with the engagement. This creates tension for Chan Chi Pang, as A-Baw is meant to be his wife.

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My Naughty Classmates(热血书院)

2018China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerYouthComedyDramaMultiple MainsSchool SettingTang Dynasty

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 41% similarity match.

The determined main character Zhang Yi entered the college with the goal of finding a legendary treasure, in order to gather funds for his sick sister Zhang Ying. At the college, he encountered the Mohist school, along with other intriguing individuals such as the descendant of Duanmuzheng, the knowledgeable librarian Li Yu Yu, the mysterious divination girl Cui Jia Luo, and the lively Korean Princess Wang En Zhu. Despite initial conflicts and disagreements, they eventually joined forces to help the school and investigate strange occurrences in the area. Through these experiences, Zhang Yi learned to care for others besides his sister, while Zhang Ying, under the guidance of Duanmu, began to embrace her true self. Similarly, Cui Jia Luo and Wang En Zhu found joy and confidence through the support of their newfound friends. As they faced various challenges together, the group of six young individuals with different personalities learned the value of tolerance and understanding. Ultimately, they became intertwined in a life-changing journey set against the backdrop of the declining Tang Dynasty, at the historic Taiyi Mountain where a rumored treasure attracted attention and disrupted the peaceful environment.

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Di Ren Jie Zhi Bu Si Xiu Luo(狄仁杰之不死修罗)

2022China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMartial ArtsMysterySuspenseThrillerActionDetective Di RenjieDetective FictionDetective Male LeadHistorical Figure

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Martial Arts, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

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In the Realm of Fancy(繾綣仙凡間)

2003Hong Kong
FantasyHistoricalInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerAdventureDramaImmortalRomanceTime Travel

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

In a tale featuring a youthful scholar/judge named Lei Yuen, he unintentionally transitions into a deity/immortal when he delves into the guidebook called Yuen Tin King, requesting to understand the essence of genuine love. Following Lei Yuen's request, the manual guides his spiritual form on a voyage where he meets lovers from different historical periods, spanning both the past and the future.

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The Crossing Hero(超级大英雄)

2015Taiwan
FantasyInvestigationMartial ArtsMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerActionDramaRomanceSci-FiTime Travel

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Martial Arts, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

Can Ming Dynasty imperial guards who find themselves transported to the future adapt to the modern world? Hong Xi Dong is the head of Emperor Zhu Yun Wen's personal bodyguard team in the Ming Dynasty. After a valuable pearl treasure goes missing and is suspected to be in Xi Dong's possession, two imperial military guards, Peng Ze and Xu Xiao Tian, pursue him. By a stroke of fate, the trio is transported to the 21st century, where Ze and Xiao Tian come across the contemporary Hong Xiao Dong, who bears a striking resemblance to his historical counterpart. Will Ze and Xiao Tian be able to navigate their way through modern life while unraveling the mystery of the missing treasure?

Recommendation: Candle in the Tomb similar to Chong Ming Wei
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Candle in the Tomb(鬼吹灯之精绝古城)

2016China
FantasyHistoricalInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerActionNovel AdaptationAdventureDramaTomb Raiding

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

In accordance with an ancient proverb from China, it is said that "a person lights the flame and spirits extinguish it." Hu Ba Yi possesses extensive knowledge in Feng Shui, particularly in the arrangement of burial sites, which he acquired from an ancient manual passed down through generations in his family. This expertise proved invaluable when he found himself trapped in a snowslide in Tibet. It also came to his aid when he and his companions joined an archaeological expedition to investigate the mysterious "ghost cave" situated in the Taklamakan Desert. While guiding the team through perilous obstacles, he couldn't shake the feeling that someone had anticipated their every move and orchestrated the traps and concealed passageways accordingly. (Apple TV)

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The Soulmate(甜心萌探)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Nan Yu, the main character of a game focused on pursuing romantic interests, finds herself in the Republic of China as a forensic pathologist investigating dead bodies. A strange will states that she must solve a murder in order to go back to her own world. However, she must also contend with Gao Han, the lead character of a detective game, for control of their shared body, with only one of them able to return home. Realizing Gao Han's expertise in crime-solving and her own knowledge of love, Nan Yu decides to collaborate with him to tackle the complex case, which reflects the complexities of both their worlds. In the end, Nan Yu proposes an alliance with Gao Han, acknowledging that they both need each other to succeed.

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Psycho Detective Season 2(詭探前傳)

2019Hong Kong
FantasyInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThriller1980sDramaGhost

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Taking place in the 1980s, the story revolves around Pang Pak Chuen, a Taoist expert and a professor of philosophy at a university. He takes on three young men - Cheung Hon Chung, Tsui Pak Keung, and Szema Chi Chuen - as his students. Together, they gain fame as fighters who specialize in dealing with ghosts. Eventually, they are approached by the secretive Seventh Assault Team, a police unit, to help solve a series of supernatural cases. It is during this time that they encounter Ghost Sing, a triad leader who is also a traditional Chinese healer.

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100 Tales of Horror(怪談百物語)

2002Japan
HistoricalInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerEpisodic FormatGhostHorror

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

"100 Stories of Terror" follows the success of "Onmyoji Abe no Seimei" on Tuesday nights during the "Super Jidaigeki" time slot. Utilizing computer graphics and special effects, a fresh perspective is brought to these long-standing horror tales.

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LuBan Mysteries(鲁班异闻录)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Renowned master carpenter Li Mu Dun, celebrated for his expertise in traditional Luban methods, finds himself the main suspect in a string of chilling murders steeped in superstition. Eager to vindicate himself, Li joins forces with detective Yang Zong and forensic specialist Su Qing Yun. Together, this trio is driven by logic and a quest for justice as they strive to prevent further murders and uncover the reality behind the alleged “supernatural.”

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The Supernatural Agent(특수공인중개사 오덕훈)

2022South Korea
FantasyInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerMiniseriesReal Estate Agent Male LeadWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

After studying psychic science at MIT and working as a researcher at the National Forensic Service, Oh Deok Hoon surprised many by becoming a licensed real estate agent. His unique skill set is now being utilized to unravel peculiar and enigmatic cases connected to properties. What is the secret behind Deok Hoon's abilities, and what motivated him to transition into real estate?

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The National Treasure Box(国家宝藏之觐天宝匣)

2007China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDeathWar

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

During the time when the final emperor Pu Yi was confined in the northeast, a group of patriotic fighters ventured into the Emperor Tai Chi Mausoleum to safeguard a secretive mahogany box from being seized by the Japanese. This led to a chain of strange occurrences, including deaths and vanishings, linked to the box.

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Osoroshi(おそろし〜三島屋変調百物語)

2014Japan
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationEdo PeriodMiniseries

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

During the Edo era, Ochika, a 17-year-old girl, became emotionally distant from others after a tragedy struck her family's inn in Kawasaki. Her fiance was murdered by a man who had been raised alongside her as a sibling. Ochika left her family and now resides at Mishimaya, her uncle Ihei's bag shop in Kanda Mishima-cho in Edo, where she works quietly every day. One day, Ihei asks Ochika to go to Kokubyaku no Aida, where he often meets his rival in the game of go. He instructs her to listen to the many horror stories shared by visitors, then departs. As Ochika listens to the tales, she slowly begins to open up her heart to the stories told by the curious visitors.

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Miracle Healer(超级小郎中)

2017China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMartial ArtsMysterySuspenseThrillerActionAdventureChinese Republican EraDramaRomanceWuxia

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Martial Arts, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

The tale chronicles the events of the 20th century, depicting the struggles of the people amidst natural disasters and ongoing chaos. Hidden motives emerge, taking advantage of the turmoil for nefarious purposes. Small Lang Yang Yi, possessing the spirit of a dragon, becomes entangled in a treacherous battle in Shanghai due to a plague incident, where he encounters the Mayor Mo Xiaoyu and falls in love. Unbeknownst to many, Yang Yi also harbors a dark side, driven by a delusional quest for "longevity" that leads him to spread the plague artificially, profit from medicinal herb production, and orchestrate political assassinations and wars. His ultimate goal is to unleash the "six scourges" through blood sacrifices in order to ensure his own survival.

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Towards the Truth(朝云散)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerDeathFriendshipMurderSong DynastyTeamworkWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

A decade ago, the Shen family was tragically wiped out in a single night, leaving only Shen Song as the sole survivor. Shen Song later took the imperial examination in hopes of seeking vengeance, but instead found himself demoted to a lower social status. At the Huamen Tower fire during the Empress Dowager's Thousand Years Festival, Shen Song exposed the incompetence of the local prefect and caught the emperor's attention. He then teamed up with Gongsun Li, Li Qin Er, Zhan Mao Er, and others to form a detective group, solving numerous peculiar cases and ultimately unraveling the mystery behind the Shen family massacre.

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Mystery of the Blue Butterfly(蓝蝶之谜)

2012China
Historical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican Era

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

The narrative follows three young women in Shanghai during the 1920s

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The Conspirators(同谋者)

2016China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDrama

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% 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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Jiu Gong Qi Ju(九宫奇局)

2020China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraConspiracyFire AccidentTreasure Hunting

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Taking place during the republican era, the story follows the Jiu Long Uniform Embroidered Guards as they solve mysterious cases and uncover the hidden truth behind the Nine Palace Treasure, which triggers a major conspiracy.

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Qiu Chan Season 2(秋蝉 第二季)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAdapted From A Short StoryChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Based on the short story "Qiu Chan" found in Lai Ji's novel "Yin Bi De Shi Jie".

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Goddess Hotel Season 2(女神酒店 第二季)

2022China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseChinese Republican EraHorrorRomanceShort Length Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 38% similarity match.

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Nineth Uncle Legend(九叔传说)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraCrimeShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

This recounts the series of frequent terrorist incidents that occurred in Baihe Town, a town that heavily relied on water transportation during the Republic of China. These incidents included the theft of zodiac hearts, the discovery of human flesh buns, the framing of an innocent person as the real murderer, the assassination of the county magistrate, and the murder of Li Zheng Jiu's fiancé. Li Zheng Jiu, also known as "Uncle Jiu," had a talent for uncovering unusual occurrences within the community. After his brother's mysterious death a year prior, Uncle Jiu suspected a connection to the terrorist activities in Baihe Town.

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Running Hunters(全员加速中之赏金猎人)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller1920sChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Taking place in Yongxin City during the 1920s, the enigmatic demise of an antique store proprietor coupled with the heist of invaluable treasures sparks a fierce conflict. Singer Du Qing, Detective Han Zhou, and Luo Ting must navigate their suspicions of one another and collaborate to safeguard the artifacts while outsmarting formidable adversaries.

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Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai: Mitsuryo Kaigan(岸辺露伴は動かない ~密漁海岸~)

2024Japan
FantasyInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerAdapted From A MangaEccentric Male LeadHorrorSupernatural Power

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Rohan and Kyoka decide to try out a new Italian restaurant close to Rohan's home. While there, they meet Tonio Trussardi, a skilled Italian chef known for creating dishes that have healing properties. Tonio shares with Rohan the story of the rare abalone, believed to have miraculous healing abilities. He is in need of one for his ailing partner, but the only way to obtain it is through illegal means.

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Goddess Hotel Season 3(女神酒店 第三季)

2022China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseChinese Republican EraHorrorRomanceShort Length Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 38% similarity match.

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See the Light(深红之名)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Novel AdaptationWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

In the era of the Republic of China, a clandestine pawnshop named Shenhong provides retributive justice for women who have suffered at the hands of others. Under the leadership of Si Jia Li and her crew, they assist those in need while attracting the interest of Detective Zhou Mu, whose investigation reveals an old case that connects everyone involved.

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Cycle of Terror(逆时的我们)

2025China
FantasyInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerYouthWeb Novel AdaptationAge GapTime LoopWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Two university seniors, Tang Xiao Qi and Luo Yi, find themselves stuck in an endless time loop along with three companions following a malfunctioning elevator journey. Throughout the repeated cycle, they are tasked with solving the enigma surrounding a questionable accident and revealing a sinister plot connected to misinformation. (TMDb)

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Strange Stories from Liao Zhai Season 4(聊斋新编)

2015China
FantasyHistoricalInvestigationMartial ArtsMysterySupernaturalSuspenseNovel AdaptationAdventureAnthologyFamilyHorrorRomanceWuxia

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Historical, Investigation, Martial Arts, Mystery, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 37% similarity match.

A fresh compilation of tales from Liao Zhai is now available, comprising a total of 8 stories: Lu Pan, Qian Kun, Heng Niang, Lian Suo, Ye Sheng, Ye Cha Guo, Hua Gu Zi, and Lv Yi Nv. However, only 6 stories were featured in the initial broadcast, excluding Hua Gu Zi and Ye Cha Guo.

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Please Give Me a Pair of Wings(请赐我一双翅膀)

2019China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMartial ArtsMysterySuspenseThrillerActionChinese Republican EraDetective FictionDetective Male LeadPhysically Strong Female LeadPrison SettingWrongfully Accused

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Martial Arts, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Lin Jiu Ge, the daughter of the Police Commissioner in Shanggu, who is falsely accused and incarcerated. With the assistance of the youthful police detective Long Tian Yu, she aims to uncover the true culprit. Can Lin Jiu Ge succeed in seeking vengeance? (Dramapanda)

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The Dreamwalker(入梦师:拂衣与阿七)

2025China
FantasyHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseHorrorLate Qing DynastyPrinceRunaway Male LeadShort Length SeriesSpiritWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 37% similarity match.

Hei Fu Yi, the only member of her family to survive a brutal massacre, inadvertently revives the ancient spirit of a lamp named A Qi, establishing a bond that ties their fates together. Accompanied by the lively A Qi and a fugitive young prince, she navigates the tumultuous times of the late Qing dynasty, pursuing hidden supernatural truths and the darker aspects of humanity until she reveals the reality behind her family's demise.

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Story of Immortal(搜神记)

2012China
FantasyHistoricalMartial ArtsSuspenseThrillerChinese MythologyHorror

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Historical, Martial Arts, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

The horror anthology "Sou Shen Ji" consists of five distinct stories inspired by the mobile game of the same title. The game itself is based on Gan Bao's novel from the Jin Dynasty, as well as "Shan Hai Jing" and other mysterious Chinese literary works. It creatively incorporates traditional Chinese immortal elements, offering players a vibrant and fantastical world to explore. The game's main features include collecting, nurturing, and battling various monsters. Players can capture hundreds of monsters and train them using a magical pot. Moreover, unique gameplay modes like "Town Demon Tower," "Explore Other Worlds," and "Imperial Soul Fighting" provide players with a diverse and enchanting Xianxia gaming experience.

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Double Happiness (2018)(欢乐无双, 歡樂無雙)

2018China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMing DynastyMysteryComedyRomance

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Ming Dynasty, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Taking place during the Ming dynasty, the show pushes the boundaries of the mystery genre with a comedic twist. This marks Chung Shu Kai's second venture into period dramas, following his work on Lan Ling Wang and various other tvb productions.

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Criminal Profiler(画罪师)

2021China
HistoricalInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

After his Master passed away, the painter Cheng Ren was overcome with sorrow. He found a painting left behind by his Master and set out on a quest to uncover the hidden truth. Despite facing many challenges, Cheng Ren was determined to seek justice for the living and the deceased. Though initially appearing unrelated, the six cases he investigated were ultimately intertwined. Baidu

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Abnormalities Season 3(不思异:辞典3)

2022China
FantasyInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerHorrorShort Length Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

The show maintains the fantasy and horror elements seen in the previous seasons, exploring 12 unique tales including talking speakers, floor-growing wigs, hidden black and white photos, a mysterious washing machine, and a phone call from a parallel world. Each episode features a different cursed story.

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The Song Inquisitor(大宋有奇案)

2025China
HistoricalInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

During the Southern Song Dynasty, judicial officer Song Ci forms an unexpected partnership with theater performers Zhao Zhi Ting, Wang Ling, and dancer He Wen Ning. Despite their diverse backgrounds, the quartet collaborates to solve four complex murder cases by employing sharp investigative techniques and forensic expertise. Their collective efforts result in bringing justice to the deceased and upholding fairness for the living, with each case further solidifying their unity and commitment to uncovering the truth.

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The Zone(奇幻潮)

2005Hong Kong
InvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerSpiritSupernatural Phenomena

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

The upcoming show will focus on various mysterious events, with each installment featuring a unique storyline. Shirley Yeung portrays a character with the ability to foresee events before they occur.

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Storm in a Cocoon(守業者)

2014Hong Kong
HistoricalInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaFamily

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

"Wing Tai Lung" was once the largest silk factory in Guangzhou. The owner, POON WING LIN, has handed over the business to his eldest son, POON KA HIN, and second daughter, POON HAU YEE. However, HAU YEE tragically commits suicide, leaving many unanswered questions. POON KA YEUNG, the youngest son and a military doctor, returns home and takes charge of the business. He becomes suspicious of his sister's death and teams up with HAU YEE's friend and coworker at the silk factory, TONG BING BING, to investigate. They uncover complex relationships within the factory, with everyone becoming a suspect. The factory's leader, SIN BIK SUET, often bullies BING BING. The arrival of a new employee, FUNG CHI CHING, adds another layer of mystery. YEUNG is drawn to BING BING's bravery, and they start to develop feelings for each other. However, BING BING's long-lost fiancé, KWAN JO YIU, suddenly reappears, causing turmoil. The identity of HAU YEE's killer shocks everyone, leading to consequences for the Poon family business. Determined to protect their legacy, YEUNG and BING BING vow to uncover the truth.

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Puzzle (2007)(パズル)

2007Japan
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerYouthMiniseriesSchool Setting

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 36% similarity match.

An elite high school is taken over by an armed group, leading a group of students to search for 2,000 hidden puzzle pieces within the school in a time frame of 48 hours.

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Messiah: Eisei no Shou(メサイア -影青ノ章-)

2015Japan
FantasyInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerActionMiniseries

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

The narrative picks up where Shikkoku no Shou left off, featuring the key characters from the previous play. Haku and Eiri make a comeback to mentor the fresh batch of Sakura cadets. The unfolding drama delves deeper into the storyline and lays the groundwork for the upcoming stage play.

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Top Gift(トップギフト)

2022Japan
InvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerFilmed VerticallyWeb Series

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

A mysterious man named Tendo, who seems like a fallen angel, reveals to Koyuki that the only way to make amends for his past is by assisting her in locating her father, who left her when she was young. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a series of shocking revelations, both within their group and among Koyuki's other 'family' members. They are all reaching a critical turning point...

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The Magic Bowl(聚宝盆)

2003China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMing DynastyMysteryMultiple MainsRomance

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Ming Dynasty, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Is it possible for a compassionate and truthful individual to elevate themselves from poverty to achieve great success? Shen Wan San, a man known for his kindness and honesty, often struggles to afford even basic necessities. Despite this, he rises to become the wealthiest entrepreneur of the Ming Dynasty, all the while remaining optimistic and cheerful. How does he accomplish such a remarkable feat?

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The Door (2016)(六扇门)

2016China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMartial ArtsMing DynastyMysteryActionAdventureDetective FictionDramaWuxia

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Martial Arts, Ming Dynasty, and Mystery themes with a 35% similarity match.

In the Ming dynasty, a homicide in the capital exposes a surprising plot. The narrative follows Shen Li Xing, the head of Liu Shan Men (Department Six), as he unravels cases, seeks vengeance, and quashes rebellious factions.

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The Ferryman: Legends of Nanyang(灵魂摆渡之南洋传说)

2021China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseChinese Republican EraGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernatural Power

Like Chong Ming Wei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 35% similarity match.

The play revolves around Xia Dong Qing and Zhao Li, who acts as a soul ferryman, assisting lingering souls who have unfinished business in the mortal realm. Despite appearing inconspicuous, Xia Dong Qing harbors a mysterious ability - his special eyes, known as Yin and Yang Eyes, allow him to perceive beings from the spirit world and interact with them. This unique gift brings about various challenges for Xia Dong Qing.