Crime Crackdown - Asian drama recommendation
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Crime Crackdown(扫黑风暴)

2021China
ActionCorruptionFight For JusticeInspired By A True StoryInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPoliticalPolitical CorruptionProsecutionSocial IssuesWrongfully Accused

Li Cheng Yang, a dedicated police officer, is falsely accused by malevolent individuals and his superior in order to obstruct his inquiry

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Crime Crackdown

Recommendation: Roving Inspection Team similar to Crime Crackdown
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Roving Inspection Team(巡回检查组)

2020China
CorruptionFight For JusticeInvestigationMysteryPoliticalProsecutionSocial IssuesDeath RowDramaLawProsecutor Female LeadProsecutor Male Lead

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Corruption, Fight For Justice, Investigation, Mystery, Political, Prosecution, and Social Issues themes with a 41% similarity match.

Following an encounter between the convict's family and Director He Shu Guo of the Second Prosecution Department, Team leader Feng Sen and Luo Xin Ran from the Inspectorate Office are tasked with investigating the case. Secretary Zhang You Cheng of the legal committee appoints Feng Sen to lead the investigation, despite his controversial methods. As they delve into the old case, the truth begins to surface. Despite facing threats, Feng Sen and Luo Xin Ran remain committed to upholding justice and authority while staying true to their professional ethics.

Recommendation: Crime Squad similar to Crime Crackdown
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Crime Squad(강력반)

2011South Korea
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingDetective Male Lead

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Drawing inspiration from actual events, this Korean drama centers around a team of detectives in the Homicide Division of the Seoul Gangnam Police. Leading this group is the fiery detective Park Se Hyuk, paired with the stern and authoritative police chief, Jung Il Do. Se Hyuk's impulsive, act-before-you-think approach, shaped by his street experience, and his annoying tendency to threaten to resign often puts him at odds with Il Do’s rigid, rule-following demeanor. Additionally, the two share a shared history marked by tragedy, as Il Do was the investigator on the case concerning the death of Se Hyuk’s daughter. Together with the determined reporter Jo Min Joo and the remaining members of the homicide team, they must learn to set aside their differences in order to effectively tackle the crimes they face.

Recommendation: Skynet Action similar to Crime Crackdown
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Skynet Action(天网行动)

2019China
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingCar AccidentDrama

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

The series follows Zhao Yi Yang, head of the accident division at the Pingyuan City Traffic Police Detachment, as he leads an investigation into a traffic accident that uncovers a long-hidden truth. A small van was tragically involved in a collision that resulted in the deaths of both parents in a family of three. During his on-site examination, Zhao Yi Yang, newly appointed as head of the accident division, uncovered evidence of two other vehicles involved in a chase that led to the identification of the true perpetrator. Despite the potential impact on his career due to the case being linked to an old incident, Zhao Yi Yang persisted in following new leads to solve the case and apprehend the suspect.

Recommendation: ICAC Investigators 2009 similar to Crime Crackdown
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ICAC Investigators 2009(廉政行動2009)

2009Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingMiniseriesPolice Procedural

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: ICAC Investigators 2014 similar to Crime Crackdown
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ICAC Investigators 2014(廉政行動2014)

2014Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingMiniseriesPolice Procedural

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

ICAC Investigators is a popular series of television miniseries in Hong Kong that focuses on the efforts of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC). These shows are created by Radio Television Hong Kong, a government department that works independently, in collaboration with the ICAC. Each season portrays true stories of the Commission's cases, aiming to raise awareness about corruption and promote the ICAC's image.

Recommendation: ICAC Investigators 2016 similar to Crime Crackdown
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ICAC Investigators 2016(廉政行動2016)

2016Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingMiniseriesPolice Procedural

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

ICAC Investigators is a well-established series of Hong Kong television miniseries that follows the efforts of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) in Hong Kong. These miniseries are educational productions created by Radio Television Hong Kong, a government-affiliated department, in partnership with the ICAC. Each season portrays actual cases handled by the Commission, aiming to raise awareness about corruption and promote the ICAC's image.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 13 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 13(相棒 season13)

2014Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Police Beauty & K9 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Police Beauty & K9(警花与警犬)

2016China
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingAnimalPolice DogPolice Officer Female Lead

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Exploring the experiences of young female police officers as they undergo physical and psychological training alongside police K-9 units.

Recommendation: ICAC Investigators 2004 similar to Crime Crackdown
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ICAC Investigators 2004(廉政行動2004)

2004Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingDramaMiniseriesPolice Procedural

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 5 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 5(相棒 season5)

2006Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita within the Metropolitan Police Department, is often underestimated in terms of its significance. This team, comparable to The Odd Couple in Japan, tackles perplexing cases using unconventional and innovative methods.

Recommendation: Gun Metal Grey similar to Crime Crackdown
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Gun Metal Grey(刑警)

2010Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryWrongfully AccusedLawPolice Inspector Male LeadPolice Sergeant Male Lead

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Wrongfully Accused themes with a 27% similarity match.

In the list of top ten famous unsolved cases in Hong Kong, the movie Gun Metal Grey shows the downfall of a police officer who was wrongly accused of murder fifteen years ago. After being released from prison, Shek Tung Sing tries to uncover the truth behind the case but struggles to find evidence to bring the real culprit to justice. Frustrated by the failure of the legal system, Sing takes matters into his own hands, putting his friendship with teammate Mai On Ting at risk. Their relationship is further strained when Sing hurts Ting's girlfriend, Hui Man Him, in an attempt to stop Ting from pursuing the case. As the tension between the two friends escalates, Ting is determined to handle Sing according to the law.

Recommendation: PTU 2019 similar to Crime Crackdown
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PTU 2019(机动部队2019)

2019Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingEmergency ServiceMiniseriesPolice Procedural

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

A narrative centered on the PTU in Hong Kong offers a detailed and thrilling perspective on the diverse aspects of law enforcement. This narrative serves as a homage to the 175th anniversary of the Hong Kong Police Force.

Recommendation: ICAC Investigators 2019 similar to Crime Crackdown
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ICAC Investigators 2019(廉政行動2019)

2019Hong Kong
CorruptionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingDramaMiniseriesPolice Procedural

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

ICAC Investigators is a well-established collection of Hong Kong TV miniseries that focus on the efforts of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) in Hong Kong. These TV shows are created by Radio Television Hong Kong, a government department that operates independently, in close collaboration with the ICAC. Each installment showcases true stories handled by the Commission, aiming to raise public awareness about corruption and promote the ICAC's image.

Recommendation: Aibo similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo(相棒)

2002Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Tokumei Gakari, also known as the Special Mission Task Team, holds a less significant status within the Metropolitan Police Department. Referred to as the "specialists in handling oversized garbage," this team is overseen by Ukyo Sugishita. Ukyo has gained the nickname "the guardian of human resources" due to the belief that those who work under him tend to depart from the team. However, there is a darker reason behind this moniker. Upon Ukyo's arrival at the department with a secret mission, all of his subordinates met mysterious deaths. Despite efforts to conceal the truth, Ukyo teams up with his partner Kaoru Kameyama, a passionate and straightforward individual, to uncover the real stories behind the cases they face.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 6 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 6(相棒 season6)

2007Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita, holds a humble position within the Metropolitan Police Department. Working alongside his partner, they tackle perplexing cases in unconventional and surprising ways, resembling Japan's unique take on The Odd Couple.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 2 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 2(相棒 season2)

2003Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita within the Metropolitan Police Department, holds a less prominent position than one might assume. Working alongside partner Kaoru Kameyama, the team tackles perplexing cases in unconventional and daring ways, resembling Japan's own version of The Odd Couple.

Recommendation: Tokumei Kakarichou Tadano Hitoshi similar to Crime Crackdown
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Tokumei Kakarichou Tadano Hitoshi(特命係長只野仁)

2003Japan
CorruptionInvestigationMysterySocial IssuesAdapted From A MangaAdvertising Agency SettingDrama

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, and Social Issues themes with a 27% similarity match.

Tadano Hitoshi holds the position of assistant manager at an advertising firm, appearing unremarkable and ineffective to most. Despite colleagues questioning why such a passive and seemingly inept individual has not been let go, the CEO depends heavily on him as a crucial asset to the company. Unbeknownst to many, Hitoshi's facade as a lackluster employee is merely a front for his true role. He is entrusted by the CEO with special covert missions to combat corruption within the company.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 3 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 3(相棒 season3)

2004Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita and his partner Kaoru Kameyama, operates within the Metropolitan Police Department's lower ranks. Despite its seemingly unimpressive status, the team tackles unconventional cases with a unique and creative approach, reminiscent of The Odd Couple.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 4 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 4(相棒 season4)

2005Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita within the Metropolitan Police Department, may not hold a high rank but is known for its unique approach to solving puzzling cases alongside partner Kaoru Kameyama. Often compared to The Odd Couple, this team tackles unconventional cases in Japan.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 7 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 7(相棒 season7)

2008Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita and his partner Kaoru Kameyama, is situated in the lower ranks of the Metropolitan Police Department. Despite its seemingly insignificant status, this team tackles perplexing cases in unique and unconventional ways, resembling Japan's own version of The Odd Couple.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 8 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 8(相棒 season8)

2009Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Inspector Sugishita Ukyo, the leader of the Special Missions Division, comes back from a trip to London and is given a ride home by Assistant Inspector Kanbe Takeru in his sports car, even though Ukyo didn't request it. During their journey, Ukyo spots officers from the Metropolitan Police Department carrying out an operation in Chiba Prefecture, which is outside their usual jurisdiction, sparking his curiosity. The officers were on motorcycles, but when Ukyo tries to track them down, they suddenly disappear. Perplexed, Ukyo decides to launch a thorough investigation. Onoda Koken, the Head of the National Police Agency's Secretariat, approaches Ukyo with news that worries him - Honda Atsuto, a prominent figure in the radical group "Red Canary," has returned to Japan in secret.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 10 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 10(相棒 season10)

2011Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, despite its name, holds a low position within the Metropolitan Police Department, often referred to as the "clean-up crew". Ukyo Sugishita leads this team and is known as "the undertaker of staff" due to rumors of high turnover under his leadership. Another reason for this nickname is the mysterious deaths of Ukyo's subordinates when he first joined the team on a secret mission. The police have kept this incident sealed from further scrutiny.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 12 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 12(相棒 season12)

2013Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 15 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 15(相棒 season15)

2016Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

After completing his training at the police academy, Wataru returns to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. However, he is placed in the public relations division instead of the investigation department. At the same time, Hatsue Kurusu confesses to murdering Futoshi Miyata and is assigned to the #1 investigation division. Futoshi's body was discovered three days prior at an irrigation channel, with the police initially ruling his death as accidental drowning. Hatsue Kurusu requests to be held accountable for his crime. Intrigued by Hatsue's confession, Ukyo initiates a personal investigation into the matter.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 16 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 16(相棒 season16)

2017Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Ukyo Sugishita, a member of the Special Missions Unit at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, works alongside his partner Wataru Kaburagi to crack difficult cases. (jhollywoodnet)

Recommendation: Aibo Season 18 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 18(相棒 season18)

2019Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Renowned Metropolitan Police Department special mission officer Ukyo Sugishita teams up with his partner to unravel a mysterious case. In the initial episode, Watanabe Castle ventures to the farthest northern island in search of the elusive Ukyo. (Nikkan Sports News)

Recommendation: Aibo Season 19 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 19(相棒 season19)

2020Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Inspector Sugishita Ukyo, a member of the Special Missions Unit at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, is known for his exceptional deductive skills and ability to solve challenging cases alongside his partner Kaburagi Wataru, a former government official from the Ministry of Justice.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 20 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 20(相棒 season20)

2021Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 21 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 21(相棒 season21)

2022Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 22 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 22(相棒 season22)

2023Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 23 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 23(相棒 season23)

2024Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Local Hero similar to Crime Crackdown
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Local Hero(동네의 영웅)

2016South Korea
ActionInvestigationMysteryPoliticalComedySuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Political themes with a 27% similarity match.

Baek Shi-Yoon is a former secret agent and a highly skilled operative. Concealing his history, he purchases the bar named "Neighborhood" and operates it as the proprietor. He forms bonds with the local patrons at his bar and empathizes with their struggles. Shi-Yoon subsequently encounters a young man who is a temporary worker aspiring to join the police force. Shi-Yoon mentors him as a covert agent, and together they combat wrongdoing.

Recommendation: Guo Jia Gong Su similar to Crime Crackdown
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Guo Jia Gong Su(国家公诉)

2003China
CorruptionInvestigationMysteryPoliticalNovel AdaptationLawProsecutor Female Lead

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, and Political themes with a 27% similarity match.

In the novel "Guo Jia Gong Su" by Zhou Mei Sen, chief prosecutor Ye Zi Jing, along with city standing committee director Chen Han Jie and municipal committee secretary Tang Chao Yang, uncover a significant corruption scandal while looking into an arson incident.

Recommendation: The Borderline similar to Crime Crackdown
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The Borderline(警界線)

2014Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingAdventureCrimeDramaPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Maintaining a clear distinction between right and wrong, with a strong emphasis on discipline, is crucial for a police officer. When these boundaries are compromised and officers team up with criminals, the investigative process becomes significantly more challenging. An undercover agent with 12 years of experience, a hotheaded cop who escaped from jail after being wrongly accused, a former King of Robbers turned vigilante, a resourceful female officer who relies on her intelligence and life experiences, a fugitive with a fascination for female cops but a commitment to justice, and a high-ranking officer who is also a weapons expert will come together to test their wits and strength. This collaboration will not only involve love, hate, and tension, but it will also push past traditional boundaries to solve cold cases and capture criminals, creating a unique battleground. Through sacrifice, determination, and the complexities of human nature, these passionate individuals from both sides of the law will showcase the best and worst of humanity, unfolding one captivating story after another.

Recommendation: BOSS Season 2 similar to Crime Crackdown
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BOSS Season 2(ボス 2)

2011Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingComedyDramaPolice ProceduralTeamwork

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

At the conclusion of season 1, Eriko Osawa receives a phone call on her cell phone while at Narita International Airport, just before departing the country. This call prompts her to come back to the special detective unit to tackle a case with far-reaching implications.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 11 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 11(相棒 season11)

2012Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingDramaPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

The latest season kicks off with a unique investigation that takes the pair to the Consulate-General of Japan in Hong Kong. This marks the first occasion that Aibo has ventured outside its usual setting, following a previous trip to London in the second season. Mizutani noted that the Hong Kong backdrop is a perfect fit for inspector Sugishita Ukyo, given the city's history as a former British colony, which aligns with Ukyo's interest in British culture. Joining Ukyo as his new partner is Kai Toru, who is set to inject a fresh energy into the series.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 14 similar to Crime Crackdown
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Aibo Season 14(相棒 season14)

2015Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingDramaPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Sugishita Ukyo's colleague, Kai Toru, was taken into custody, leading to Sugishita being placed on an indefinite suspension

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Homeland Guardian(守城者)

2025Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingDramaSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Renowned Hong Kong police officer Ho Ho Fai, celebrated for his association with the Three Tigers, experiences a significant decline in his reputation following an unsuccessful operation. As a member of the Special Duties Unit, he and his team, which includes the young officer Siu Tzu Tsun, strive to unveil and prevent a conspiracy targeting Hong Kong’s financial infrastructure.

Recommendation: Crisis: Kouan Kidou Sousatai Tokusou-han similar to Crime Crackdown
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Crisis: Kouan Kidou Sousatai Tokusou-han(CRISIS 公安機動捜査隊特捜班)

2017Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPoliticalCrimeDramaHacker Supporting CharacterIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesPolice ProceduralSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Police Department Setting, and Political themes with a 24% similarity match.

The Special Investigation Unit is a covert group of experts in different fields who report directly to the head of the Security Bureau of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Each member has a troubled past they are trying to move on from. Inami Akira suffered severe trauma during a special mission and was discharged from the Self-Defense Forces. Tamura Saburo, a veteran of special missions, was transferred to the mobile unit from the Public Security Department following an incident. Handpicked by their leader Yoshinaga, they are joined by former hacker Oyama and explosives specialist Kashii to create a special team tasked with handling politically sensitive threats to the State that the government wants to keep under wraps. As they tackle these difficult cases, they are forced to confront ethical dilemmas that have the potential to greatly impact the country depending on their success or failure.

Recommendation: Secret Door similar to Crime Crackdown
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Secret Door(비밀의 문)

2014South Korea
CorruptionInvestigationMysteryPoliticalWrongfully AccusedDramaFather-Son RelationshipHistoricalJoseon DynastyMurderPrince SadoRighteous Male LeadSelfless Male LeadStrong Male Lead

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, Political, and Wrongfully Accused themes with a 24% similarity match.

Secret Door explores the struggle between King Yeong Jo and Crown Prince Sa Do during the longest reign in Joseon history, which lasted 52 years. King Yeong Jo seeks to establish a powerful royal authority, whereas Crown Prince Sa Do advocates for equality among all individuals.

Recommendation: The Guardians similar to Crime Crackdown
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The Guardians(파수꾼)

2017South Korea
ActionCorruptionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingAttempted MurderDetective Female LeadFriendshipHacker Male LeadLawProsecutor Male LeadRevengeTeamworkThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a set of individuals whose mundane existence is disrupted by a familial tragedy. They keep a constant watch on criminals around the clock, intervening to save potential victims before crimes take place. Additionally, they expose corrupt state attorneys and ensure that offenders face consequences for their actions. This television series reflects the reality of a society where the basic principle of incarceration for lawbreakers no longer applies to those in positions of authority. Highlighting the sorrowful experiences of the Watchmen group, who transform their anger and sorrow into a quest for justice, "The Guardians" promises dynamic action sequences and an engaging storyline. (MBC America)

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Bad and Crazy(배드 앤 크레이지)

2021South Korea
ActionCorruptionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingAntihero Male LeadBromanceComedyDomestic CrimeEccentric Male LeadPolice Officer Male LeadSlight RomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Soo Yeol, a talented yet morally compromised officer within the Anti-Corruption Unit, finds himself at a crossroads when he crosses paths with K, a principled yet unconventional individual. Despite lacking a college degree, Soo Yeol has advanced in his career by pandering to his superiors' wishes, often disregarding fairness in the process. As the time for promotions approaches, he worries about being left behind, especially after K disrupts his aspirations with Congressman Do Yoo Gon. The unlikely duo of the "rebel" and the "eccentric" come together to bring about both disorder and transformation.

Recommendation: The Good Detective similar to Crime Crackdown
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The Good Detective(모범형사)

2020South Korea
ActionCorruptionInvestigationMysteryWrongfully AccusedBromanceCrimeDetective Male LeadDramaMurderSlight RomanceSmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, and Wrongfully Accused themes with a 24% similarity match.

When questions surface regarding a murder conviction from five years prior, a seasoned detective teams up with a talented rookie to uncover the hidden facts of the case. Kang Do Chang, a detective with 18 years of experience, apprehends a suspect named Lee Dae Chul, who is subsequently sentenced to death by the court. However, while examining the details of the case, Do Chang stumbles upon evidence that could exonerate Dae Chul. As the clock ticks and the growing evidence threatens to reveal the mistake, Do Chang finds himself torn between the pursuit of power and the quest for justice upon meeting Oh Ji Hyuk, a top-tier detective from the police department. These contrasting partners start collaborating on the investigation.

Recommendation: Under Cover (2017) similar to Crime Crackdown
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Under Cover (2017)(卧底归来)

2017China
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingCrimeDramaPolice Officer Male LeadSlight RomanceUndercover Agent Male Lead

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Bao Yu, a police officer, goes undercover as a member of Jin Fei's drug operation. Through befriending Tian Jing's daughter, Tang Guo, Bao Yu gains the opportunity to work closely with the influential drug lord. Alongside his undercover partner and love interest Guan Xiao Zhi, police chief Fang Qing Long, and anti-narcotics team leader Lian Zhong, Bao Yu has a strong support system in his fight against the drug cartel.

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Shadow of Justice (2018)(蚀日风暴 蝕日風暴)

2018Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingRomanceSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

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The special episode titled "Decline of an Era" narrates the tale of Ling Feng and Fan Yi, close friends who took a stand against scorpion smuggling. Due to their involvement with criminal elements and a sinister plot, they found themselves heading towards different destinies. Ling Feng, a police officer committed to justice, faced numerous unjust predicaments orchestrated by dark forces. Through persistent investigation, he discovered that the trail ultimately led back to his once trusted comrade, Fan Yi. Produced in collaboration with China.

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SWAT Police(경찰 특공대)

2000South Korea
ActionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingDramaPolice Officer Male LeadPolice ProceduralTerrorismTerrorist Supporting Character

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No.1 Landmark(零号国境线)

2010China
ActionInvestigationMysteryMilitary

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The setting is in the small town of Zhidian near the Chinese border, where the protagonist, a skilled internet expert named Yue Feng, gets entangled in a conflict between a drug lord named Shali and an anti-narcotics soldier named Ruan Linghao. Yue Feng unintentionally gets involved in a scheme to divide gambling winnings online, leading him to discover sensitive information that ties him to a large sum of money. To protect his father from being targeted by criminals, Yue Feng follows his father's advice and joins the army stationed at the border. Along the way, he meets a girl named Li Jia and after a series of challenges and training, Yue Feng ends up becoming a subordinate to Ruan Linghao.

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Trident Season 2(三叉戟2)

2025China
InvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingCrime

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The tale of three seasoned police officers who used to wield great authority. Confronted with a novel form of criminal activity, they collaborated to develop new investigative techniques and ultimately dismantled the financial crime syndicate in a single decisive action. (DramaWiki)

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Brink of Law(突圍行動)

2007Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryRomance

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Action, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Tong Chi Ko (Steven Ma) is taken to court for defamation but later turns his life around and joins a fashion company as a legal advisor. He befriends Tung Yat Jun (Ron Ng), the nephew of the company's owner, Tung Jin Lung (Elliot Yue). Ko reunites with his former flame, Tsui Wing (Bernice Liu), only to discover her unusual relationship with Lung. Meanwhile, Lung's wife, Kam Chi (Michelle Yim), uncovers Jun's secret and vows to seek revenge. As Ko delves deeper, he uncovers a possible link between the fashion company and illegal betting activities. However, the truth is murky, leaving everyone wondering who is really pulling the strings behind the scenes.

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Team - Keishicho Tokubetsu Hanzai Sousa Honbu(TEAM~警視庁特別犯罪捜査本部)

2014Japan
InvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingMiniseries

Like Crime Crackdown, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Police Department Setting themes with a 23% similarity match.

Saku Shingo, a non-career police officer, quickly advanced to the position of director at a young age within the First Investigative Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. As one of the ten directors in the division, his role involves leading investigation task forces in response to major crimes like murder and kidnapping. These task forces typically consist of 40 to 100 investigators from various police departments. Saku's leadership at the scene of an investigation involves coordinating the team and developing a thorough plan. Despite his reserved demeanor, he is driven by a strong sense of justice and duty.