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Class of Lies(미스터 기간제)

2019South Korea
Attempted MurderAttempted SuicideDeathHigh SchoolInvestigationJealousyLawMultiple MainsMurderMysteryRich Male LeadSuspenseThrillerYouth

The series revolves around a once-prominent lawyer who experiences a dramatic downfall due to a single case. In an effort to restore his reputation, he takes on a temporary teaching position at a high school connected to that very case. Initially motivated by self-interest, he soon becomes aware of the criminal activities occurring among the students and decides to take action to safeguard the victims from their fellow classmates. The drama highlights the harsh reality that teenagers often face minimal consequences for their criminal actions simply because of their age, leaving victims without protection. (Soompi)

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Recommendation: Master of Play similar to Class of Lies
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Master of Play(心戰)

2012Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMultiple MainsMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerSerial KillingsStage Actor Male Lead

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Multiple Mains, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

After his daughter disappeared and he divorced his wife, stage actor Kan Siu Nam went through a significant transformation in his personality. Focusing solely on his acting career, he became entangled in a bizarre serial killer case while playing the role of a murderer in a play. In the course of the investigation, he crossed paths with his colleague Lee Chor Kiu's partner, Jeung Sai Yin, and her sister, Jeung Sai Ting. Siu Nam couldn't shake the feeling that Yin resembled the suspected serial killer and had an unsettling interest in Ting. The dynamics between the four individuals became increasingly complicated. As Siu Nam attempted to uncover the truth behind the case, he found himself drifting further from it, causing his sense of reality to become even more unsettling and disheartening.

Recommendation: The Pavilion similar to Class of Lies
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The Pavilion(八角亭谜雾)

2021China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerYouthDrowningFamilyWeb Series

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 41% similarity match.

Nearly two decades ago, the beloved sister of the Xuan family met a tragic end through a mysterious murder. The case went unsolved for years, leaving the culprit free. Consequently, the Xuan family dispersed across the country, living separate lives. Fast forward 19 years, a peculiar incident in a small town draws the Xuan family back together, forcing them to confront their past in their hometown. As the truth behind the old case slowly emerges, long-standing tensions among the siblings come to the surface. Will the family of four find a way forward? Can they unravel the mysteries and escape the dense fog that surrounds them? (iQiyi)

Recommendation: Bitch X Rich similar to Class of Lies
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Bitch X Rich(청담국제고등학교)

2023South Korea
DeathHigh SchoolInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerYouthDramaPoor Female LeadSchool BullyingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTransfer Student Female Lead

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, High School, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

Baek Je Na comes from a long line of wealthy families and is considered a privileged student at Cheongdam International High School. On the other hand, Kim Hye In, who was raised in poverty, is given an opportunity to attend the prestigious school in return for keeping quiet about a murder she saw. The series, Cheongdam International High School, is a thrilling mystery that delves into the intense rivalry and psychological battles between Je Na and Hye In.

Recommendation: The Appearance of the Murderer similar to Class of Lies
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The Appearance of the Murderer(凶手的样子)

2024China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Haunted by the mysterious death of a fellow student, Lin Chuan dedicates a decade to uncovering the truth. In parallel, Shen Xia and her sibling Shen Dong find themselves entangled in the criminal underbelly following a personal loss. Their fates collide, leading to a gripping narrative of justice versus crime, intertwined with themes of love, hatred, and vengeance. (Credit: TMDb)

Recommendation: Brutally Young similar to Class of Lies
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Brutally Young(十八年後的終極告白)

2020Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCrime

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Nearly two decades ago, a group of seven teenagers from the same neighborhood got into a heated argument with a villager named Kai Sze, resulting in a tragic death. In a panic, they decided to bury the body and keep the incident a secret. As time passed, they all moved on with their lives, only for the truth to resurface when Kai Sze's body was found. Inspector Yuen Lai Ken took on the case and began unraveling the mystery, revealing shocking connections along the way. With pressure mounting, the teenagers faced a difficult choice: confess to their crime or continue living with the burden of their secret. As relationships became entangled and the true culprit lurked in the shadows, the group found themselves at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take.

Recommendation: Justice similar to Class of Lies
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Justice(저스티스)

2019South Korea
Attempted MurderDeathInvestigationLawMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDifficult AdulthoodDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadInchoate CrimeRevenge

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Attempted Murder, Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Lee Tae Kyung, a prominent attorney celebrated for his keen reasoning and impressive success rate, specializes in defending high-profile criminals, frequently referred by the construction tycoon Song Woo Yong. Although he initially sought vengeance for his brother, Lee's ambitions have now turned towards acquiring wealth. His priorities begin to change when he becomes involved in a string of cases concerning missing actresses. At the same time, Song Woo Yong, eager to expand his family's influence, finds himself in conflict with Lee regarding these cases.

Recommendation: Darker Season 2 similar to Class of Lies
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Darker Season 2(暗黑者2)

2015China
Attempted SuicideDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerSerial KillingsSlight ComedySlight HorrorSlight Romance

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Attempted Suicide, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

Following their defeat by Darker, the special task force is at a loss. With their captain implicated in a murder and Darker still at large, they decide to shift their focus to an old hostage case. While digging through old records, they uncover the true identity of Darker and a potential police cover-up. Identifying the culprit and the victim proves to be more challenging than expected. The team must act swiftly to find the real criminal before Darker eliminates them one by one.

Recommendation: Misleading Track similar to Class of Lies
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Misleading Track(叠影危情)

2005Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaLawyer Male LeadRomanceWrongfully Accused

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller 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: Unforgiven (2016) similar to Class of Lies
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Unforgiven (2016)(灭罪师)

2016China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerSerial KillingsSet In A Foreign Country

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Target Person similar to Class of Lies
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Target Person(目标人物)

2020China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyWeb Series

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

A mysterious escape room game brings together a group of individuals who soon discover a hidden conspiracy among them

Recommendation: Last One Standing (2008) similar to Class of Lies
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Last One Standing (2008)(與敵同行)

2008Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaWrongfully Accused

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% 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: Black Postman similar to Class of Lies
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Black Postman(ブラックポストマン)

2023Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseriesSerial Killings

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, 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.

Recommendation: Pursue similar to Class of Lies
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Pursue()

2007China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

A murder investigation unfolded in Xincang City involving the death of Xiao Hai Yun, the owner of a real estate company. Xiao had recently teamed up with Zhou Guo Qin, a police captain, to uncover corruption within the development zone led by Xu Zhong Lu. Tragically, Zhou died while pursuing the killer. This led to suspicions falling on Jiang Dong Zhi, a taxi driver involved in the case, who decided to go on the run. As young officer Lu Yang searched for Jiang, he unraveled the complexities surrounding the case. Jiang, evading capture, used clues left by Zhou and his own methods to seek the truth.

Recommendation: Tobosha (2004) similar to Class of Lies
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Tobosha (2004)(逃亡者)

2004Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimePsychological

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Tetsuo Nagai works as a probation officer, helping to reform young offenders and guide them towards a better path. He leads a content life with his wife and son until tragedy strikes. His wife is murdered and his son is severely injured in an attack, leaving Nagai to grapple with the assailant who ultimately escapes. Nagai rushes his son to his father-in-law's hospital, only for his son to be targeted again and left in a coma. As police detectives investigate, Nagai becomes a prime suspect due to mounting evidence against him. Feeling cornered, he decides to go on the run in a desperate attempt to clear his name and uncover the true culprit, all while his son fights for his life in the hospital.

Recommendation: Hakubo no Chronicle similar to Class of Lies
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Hakubo no Chronicle(白暮のクロニクル)

2024Japan
Attempted MurderDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadFantasyInchoate CrimeVampire Male Lead

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Attempted Murder, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Yukimura Kai is an ageless vampire who appears to be 18 years old but is actually 88 years old

Recommendation: The Witness (2020) similar to Class of Lies
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The Witness (2020)(木棘証人)

2020Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyFamily RelationshipLawyer Female LeadPolice Department SettingRomance

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

The Witness opens with a gunshot that results in the death of one person. Sergeant Ko Lik Kei is assigned to protect Lee Ho Fan, the most crucial witness in the case. Despite initial difficulties in their relationship, Kei and Fan eventually develop a strong bond and support each other when needed. In the meantime, Ho Fan's company becomes entangled in another criminal investigation, with Yip Cheung Lok and his son Yip Ming Kwan playing significant roles. Together, Kei, Fan, and Fan's sister Lee Chung Ying, who is a lawyer, team up to look into the company's affairs, forming a formidable trio. Kei's sister, Ko Wing Yam, also becomes involved in the situation.

Recommendation: Majo Saiban similar to Class of Lies
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Majo Saiban(魔女裁判)

2009Japan
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerBlackmailCourtroom SettingHidden IdentityJuror Male LeadMiniseries

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Toru, a young part-time worker uninterested in social issues, is unexpectedly chosen as a juror in the trial of a woman accused of murder in a case involving a large inheritance. Despite overwhelming evidence pointing to her guilt, the jurors begin to vote "not guilty" one by one. A mysterious organization lurks in the background, manipulating the jury’s decisions. Meanwhile, strange occurrences start to unfold around Toru. When a fellow juror is threatened, Toru takes it upon himself to protect her. However, his girlfriend, a journalist, starts to question their relationship. Toru embarks on a solitary quest to uncover the truth.

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

2018Japan
DeathInvestigationMultiple MainsMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaFlashback To Past

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Multiple Mains, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Natsu no Himitsu similar to Class of Lies
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Natsu no Himitsu(夏の秘密)

2009Japan
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMystery

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Kiho, the daughter of a prominent company president, is romantically involved with a high-profile attorney named Ryuichi. Their plans for marriage are abruptly halted when law enforcement officers arrive to apprehend Ryuichi on suspicion of murder. Authorities believe that he was involved in a relationship with a woman from the historic district and resorted to violence when the situation became complicated. Despite the accusations, Ryuichi maintains his innocence. In an effort to clear his name, Kiho relocates to the old town and launches her own inquiry into the matter.

Recommendation: Gui An similar to Class of Lies
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Gui An(诡案)

2015China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseriesPolice Officer Male LeadWriter Male Lead

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Former police officer turned mystery author, Han Bing, discovered a disturbing pattern as his high school classmates began to die in the same manner as the characters in his novels. With suspicions mounting, Han Bing delved deeper into uncovering the dark secrets lurking behind the scenes.

Recommendation: The Doll Master (2017) similar to Class of Lies
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The Doll Master (2017)(人偶师)

2017China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDrama

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Lie Detective similar to Class of Lies
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The Lie Detective(谎言真探)

2021China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerBased On A True StoryPolice Department SettingWeb Series

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Twelve years ago, a series of murders shocked the city as the victims, all belonging to the lower class, were discovered in isolated locations. It is suspected that the same individual is behind these crimes, but due to their cunning nature, the case remains unsolved. After relentless investigations and gathering of evidence, the authorities gradually identified the prime suspect. Tragically, while on his way to meet his daughter Ling Ran, the detective Ling Bin was killed in the line of duty while pursuing the suspect. Fast forward twelve years, Ling Bin's daughter Ling Ran (portrayed by Yu Nan) works at the Polygraph Center within the Technical Division of the Criminal Police Detachment. Utilizing polygraph technology, she successfully cracked several major cases and gained recognition. Working alongside Chen Hu, the head of the Interpol Detachment Crime Unit (played by Xing Jiadong), the two partners, despite differing approaches to solving criminal investigations, share a deep understanding but are faced with a series of enigmas. Based on a true story, this series was produced by Xiaoran Pictures and Kujing Pictures, starring Yu Nan and Xing Jiadong in their second collaboration after many years.

Recommendation: Proof of Silence similar to Class of Lies
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Proof of Silence(沉默的证明)

2021China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Officer Male LeadRich Female LeadTV Presenter Female Lead

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

In order to solve a perplexing case, rookie police officer Chen Mo launched a thorough investigation. Assisted by the honorable successor Wang Zi and the courageous and resolute presenter Su Wen, they were able to successfully apprehend the perpetrators.

Recommendation: Serial Homicide similar to Class of Lies
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Serial Homicide(乱码迷局)

2025China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerActionSerial KillingsWeb Series

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

The tranquil city of Luzhou is disturbed by a string of murders purportedly motivated by a quest for justice. In response, officials establish the 909 Special Task Force, dedicated to diligently peeling back the complexities of this harrowing cycle of revenge killings.

Recommendation: Phoenix Rising similar to Class of Lies
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Phoenix Rising(蘭花劫)

2008Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimeDramaPrison Setting

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Crystal, Louisa, and Leila grew up as siblings after being orphaned at a young age. Each of them was adopted into different families with diverse backgrounds. When Louisa was imprisoned for a crime she committed, Crystal took the blame to protect her sister. Leila, known for her kindness, attempted to help by falsifying evidence but ended up being incarcerated as well. Tensions between the three sisters and the prison owner escalate, leading to a desire for revenge. This series delves into the underworld of women in prison, exploring their struggles and conflicts.

Recommendation: Chocolate War similar to Class of Lies
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Chocolate War(チョコレート戦争)

2020Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerYouthDramaSchool SettingTeacher Male Lead

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

On Valentine's Day, there was a tragic event where a student passed away after consuming poisoned chocolate. The teacher named Nishina, who is known for being distant and mocked by students, is determined to uncover the truth behind the incident.

Recommendation: Kasouken no Onna Season 20 similar to Class of Lies
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Kasouken no Onna Season 20(科捜研の女 Season 20)

2020Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerForensic ScienceMedicalMiniseries

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Recommendation: Renzoku Satsujinki Kaeru Otoko similar to Class of Lies
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Renzoku Satsujinki Kaeru Otoko(連続殺人鬼カエル男)

2020Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerIllnessMiniseriesSerial Killings

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% 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: Shotai similar to Class of Lies
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Shotai(正体)

2022Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationMiniseriesPrisoner Male Lead

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Kaburagi Keiichi was taken into custody on suspicion of murder and given the death penalty. He managed to escape from prison during transport, but instead of fleeing, he helped the individuals he encountered in his hiding spot. As these individuals discovered Kaburagi's identity as a death row escapee, they questioned whether he was truly a killer.

Recommendation: Bluetick similar to Class of Lies
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Bluetick(已讀不回)

2018Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationCo-producedFuneral

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Join the suspenseful journey of ten strangers at a funeral who are entangled in a web of mystery and danger

Recommendation: Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP similar to Class of Lies
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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDramaMiniseries

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Onna no Naka ni Iru Tanin similar to Class of Lies
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Onna no Naka ni Iru Tanin(女の中にいる他人)

2017Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationFamilyMiniseries

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Tanuma Yuriko is a homemaker residing with her spouse Kazuo, their two kids, and mother-in-law Hatsue. When Saori, the spouse of Kazuo's friend Kusumoto Masafumi, is found murdered, Kazuo admits to having an affair with her. Yuriko suspects him of being responsible for Saori's death. Despite Kazuo's attempt to turn himself in to the authorities, Yuriko stops him, choosing to conceal his crime to maintain their family's tranquility. As Yuriko grapples with the situation, a newfound determination to protect her family emerges within her.

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

2025Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDramaRevenge

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: High Class similar to Class of Lies
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High Class(하이클래스)

2021South Korea
DeathInvestigationMultiple MainsMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDark FictionDramaFemale RivalryRich Female LeadWhite-Collar CrimeWrongfully Accused

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Multiple Mains, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Song Yeo Ul's world falls apart when she is wrongly accused of her husband's murder. Nam Ji Sun holds a position of power among the mothers at the international school attended by Song Yeo Ul's son. Danny O, a teacher at the school and a former ice hockey player, also plays a role in the unfolding events. Hwang Na Yun, a single mother, is the only one who offers compassion to Song Yeo Ul. ChaDo Yeong, a former renowned actress, sticks close to Nam Ji Sun with hopes of returning to the spotlight.

Recommendation: Seiren no Zange similar to Class of Lies
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Seiren no Zange(セイレーンの懺悔)

2020Japan
Attempted SuicideDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDramaKidnappingReporter Female LeadSchool BullyingTrauma

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Attempted Suicide, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Takami has been employed as a journalist for two years at a television station. She is part of the team behind the news show "Afternoon Japan," which is currently facing the threat of cancellation. Takami takes great pride in her work as a journalist. When a high school girl goes missing, Takami and her colleague Taichi set out to cover the story in the hopes of saving their news program. While following a police officer, Takami comes across the body of the victim, who had been brutally murdered.

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Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi(書店員ミチルの身の上話)

2013Japan
DeathInvestigationJealousyMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChildhood Friends RelationshipInfidelityLottery Winner Female LeadMiniseriesPsychological

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Jealousy, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

The plot centers on Michiru, a bookstore employee who wins the 200,000,000 Yen (equivalent to 2.5 million USD) lottery by chance. As a result, she becomes entangled in unforeseen acts of betrayal and murder.

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Take What to Save You My Love(拿什么拯救你,我的爱人)

2011China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationHeiress LeadLawyer Male LeadRomance

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Talented attorney Han Ding successfully captures the heart of wealthy heiress Luo Jing Jing, only to find himself caught up in a murder investigation linked to her former flame, Long Xiao Yu. Derived with some modifications from the book "Na Shen Me Zheng Jiu Ni, Wo De Ai Ren" by Hai Yan.

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In the Name of the Law(因法之名)

2019China
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMysteryProsecutor Female Lead

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Xu Zhi Yi's spouse was brutally murdered, leading to the death of the assistant captain during an attempt to apprehend Xu Zhi Yi, who resisted arrest. The narrative revolves around an unjust conviction and the involvement of two successive generations of prosecutors. Investigator Ge Da Jie and his superior Chou Mu were instructed to solve the case concerning the demise of Liu Sha Sha. All clues pointed towards Xu Zhi Yi as the perpetrator, a belief shared by Liu Sha Sha's mother as well. Following Chou Mu's tragic death while pursuing Xu Zhi Yi, Ge Da Jie mourns the loss of a comrade and strengthens his conviction of Xu Zhi Yi's guilt. Due to personal motives, Chen Qian He ignores suspicious thumbprints he encounters. Despite some doubts from prosecutor Zou Xiong, Xu Zhi Yi is ultimately sentenced to jail. Unbeknownst to them, their actions set off a chain of events affecting two generations.

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The Game: Towards Zero(더 게임: 0시를 향하여)

2020South Korea
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryRich Male LeadSuspenseThrillerChild AbandonmentOrphan Female LeadPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSupernaturalSupernatural PowerTeamwork

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Rich Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

When Kim Tae Pyung gazes into someone's eyes, he witnesses the moments leading up to their demise

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One Ordinary Day(어느 날)

2021South Korea
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerBrief NudityCrimeDrug UsageLawyer Male LeadSexual ContentSmokingViolence

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

A gripping tale delving into the criminal justice system from a popular angle, the drama unfolds the intense narrative of two individuals entangled in a woman's murder

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Crimson River(非常目击)

2020China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaPolice Officer Male LeadReturn To HometownWeb Series

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

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

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The Justice (2023)(宣判)

2023China
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMysteryWeb Series

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Upon assuming his position, Qi Heng, the vice president of the Qizhou Intermediate People's Court, delved into the intricate "fishing boat murder case" by scrutinizing the survivors' testimonies for inconsistencies. Concurrently, the "Jiang Yun Chemical Group" owned by Luo Huai Gong is causing severe illnesses among villagers residing near the factory. Surprisingly, these two cases will soon intertwine in an unexpected manner.

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Kasouken no Onna Season 2(科捜研の女 2)

2000Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic ScienceMedicalMiniseries

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize faster and more advanced methods of analyzing evidence and identifying suspects. This is where forensic laboratories play a crucial role. Mariko Sakaki, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges such as stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives.

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Aibo Season 9(相棒 season9)

2010Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerActionPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadStalking

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kanbe Takeru decides to stay in the Special Missions Division, while still keeping a certain distance from his superior, Sugishita Ukyo. One day, the lifeless body of the well-known female author, Mizumoto Shoko, is discovered in her residence. The crime scene suggests a high likelihood of murder driven by a grudge, with a potential male stalker coming into the picture. However, Ukyo shifts his focus to a missing section of a document package related to Shoko's new book project. It is revealed that Shoko was exploring a novel with an environmental theme, a departure from her usual writing style. Ukyo and Kanbe attempt to gather information from employees at a trading company that Shoko had been in contact with.

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Blizzard(ブリザード)

2011Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerMountain SettingSchool SettingSnowy SettingUniversity

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The setting of the story takes place on a snow-covered mountain, where a group of 9 college students who are part of the same mountaineering club find themselves isolated due to a severe snowstorm. As they become stranded, they start to experience a series of unexplained murders, with each member falling victim one by one.

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Kasouken no Onna Season 13(科捜研の女)

2013Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic ScienceMedical

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is increasingly relying on quicker and more scientific methods to analyze evidence and identify suspects. Forensic laboratories play a crucial role in this process. Sakaki Mariko, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges such as overcoming stereotypes and criticism from experienced detectives.

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Aishite tatte, Himitsu wa Aru(愛してたって、秘密はある。)

2017Japan
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDifficult AdulthoodDomestic ViolenceDramaLawyer Male LeadRomanceTraumaViolence

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Legal intern Okumori Rei is about to tie the knot when he is confronted by an individual from his past, revealing a long-held secret. Eight years earlier, as a high school student, Rei was forced to take drastic measures to protect his mother Akiko from an abusive situation by staging his father Kosuke's disappearance. This act created a bond of secrecy between Rei and his mother, shaping his cautious and solitary lifestyle as he pursued a career in law. Everything changes when he meets Tachibana Saya at law school, bringing light into his shadowed existence and leading to a blossoming romance. However, as Rei's wedding to Saya approaches, he starts receiving threatening messages from someone privy to his dark past.

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Scandal Senmon Bengoshi QUEEN(スキャンダル専門弁護士QUEEN)

2019Japan
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyCriminal Justice SystemDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLaw Firm SettingNews IndustryWorkplace Violence

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The protagonist, Himi Ko, is a skilled lawyer specializing in crisis management. Instead of working in the courtroom, she operates behind the scenes of major scandals. Known as a brilliant "spin doctor," she has successfully resolved 99.9% of her clients' problems and demands, even turning lies into truth when necessary. She is passionate about empowering women, particularly those facing crises, and is dedicated to solving complex cases. This drama showcases her unwavering determination to assist individuals in their most desperate moments.

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Kasouken no Onna Season 19(科捜研の女)

2019Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic ScienceMedical

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Sakaki Mariko employs forensic techniques to apprehend advanced offenders.

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Big Mouth(빅마우스)

2022South Korea
DeathInvestigationLawMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerBrave Female LeadConspiracyDramaLawyer Male LeadMistaken IdentityPrison SettingWrongfully Accused

Like Class of Lies, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Law, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Park Chang Ho earned the nickname "Big Mouth" during his school years for his tendency to make grand promises without being able to deliver. Despite being a well-known lawyer, his track record for success is quite poor, leading to his hiring by a mayor based on his lack of competence. Unfortunately, he was falsely accused of being the elusive con artist "Big Mouse" and subsequently imprisoned. Ko Mi Ho, Park Chang Ho's devoted spouse who works as a nurse, possesses a strong-willed nature and is determined to prove her husband's innocence and assist in solving the mayor's case. Will Ko Mi Ho succeed in clearing her husband's name, or will her investigations uncover unexpected complications?