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Criminal Minds(크리미널 마인드)

2017South Korea
ActionCriminal Profiler Female LeadCriminal Profiler Male LeadCriminal Supporting CharacterDark FictionDramaInvestigationKidnappingMurderMysteryPhysically Strong Female LeadPsychologicalSerial Killer Supporting CharacterTrauma

The series centers around a team of skilled profilers within the fictional National Criminal Investigation (NCI) unit tasked with apprehending criminals to resolve various cases. The storyline kicks off a year after a significant mistake leads to a bomb explosion at a hospital, resulting in the deaths of multiple SWAT officers and severely undermining the confidence of the NCI team leader, Kang Ki Hyung. After an extended hiatus, he resumes his duties and quickly becomes involved in a string of murders that necessitates cooperation with the local police's Violent Crimes Unit. During this partnership, they encounter the hot-tempered officer Kim Hyun Joon, who seems to harbor a deep-seated resentment towards Ki Hyung. This series is a remake of the American television show "Criminal Minds," which premiered in 2005.

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Recommendation: Evil Minds Season 2 similar to Criminal Minds
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Evil Minds Season 2(心理罪2)

2016China
Criminal Profiler Male LeadDramaInvestigationKidnappingMysteryPsychologicalNovel AdaptationBromanceFriendshipLGBTQ+SuspenseThrillerTransgender Supporting Character

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Criminal Profiler Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Kidnapping, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 29% similarity match.

Fang Mu comes back to join the police force as a criminal profiler. He teams up with Tai Wei once again to locate the abducted daughter of their captain.

Recommendation: The Kidnappers similar to Criminal Minds
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The Kidnappers(失控)

2019China
ActionDramaInvestigationKidnappingMurderMysteryDeathDoctor Male LeadHematologyRevengeSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, Kidnapping, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Upon his release from prison, a enigmatic man wanders through the city that once held fond memories for him, now filled with bitterness. Driven by the desire to lay his daughter to rest and seek revenge on those who ruined his life, he embarks on a dark path. The lives of hematologist Li Xiao Feng, insurance agent Ji Fan, career woman Li Ruo Nan, rebellious daughter Wang Yi Han, and financial elite Liu Ge become intertwined in a kidnapping case that will alter their fates.

Recommendation: Li Yi Yu Dai Jia similar to Criminal Minds
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Li Yi Yu Dai Jia(利益与代价)

2005China
ActionDramaInvestigationMystery

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Seiren no Zange similar to Criminal Minds
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Seiren no Zange(セイレーンの懺悔)

2020Japan
DramaInvestigationKidnappingMurderMysteryTraumaNovel AdaptationAttempted SuicideDeathReporter Female LeadSchool BullyingSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Kidnapping, Murder, Mystery, and Trauma themes with a 29% 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.

Recommendation: Gonzo similar to Criminal Minds
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Gonzo(ゴンゾウ)

2008Japan
InvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalTraumaDeathDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMiniseries

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Trauma themes with a 28% similarity match.

Formerly a top detective, Kuroki's career was derailed by a traumatic case, leading to his reassignment to a different department where he now spends his days in idleness. However, a new case emerges that offers him the opportunity to reclaim his detective status. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Rakuen similar to Criminal Minds
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Rakuen(楽園)

2017Japan
InvestigationKidnappingMurderMysteryPsychologicalNovel AdaptationDeathMiniseriesSupernatural

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Investigation, Kidnapping, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 28% similarity match.

A widely discussed event has taken place in Japan involving the Doizaki couple who murdered their 15-year-old daughter and concealed her body beneath their home for 16 years. One day, Toshiko Hagitani, a homemaker, visits Shigeko Maehata, an employee at a small publishing company, to share her suspicion that her 12-year-old son Hitoshi may possess a unique ability to see the memories of others. Toshiko shows Shigeko a drawing created by Hitoshi depicting a girl with a pale face lying in a house topped with a bat-shaped weather vane, resembling the Doizaki couple case. Intrigued, Shigeko decides to investigate further, but tragically, Hitoshi passes away in a car accident. Meanwhile, the Doizaki couple's lawyer informs their daughter Seiko that they have severed all ties with her. Concurrently, a female high school student is reported missing.

Recommendation: Evil Minds similar to Criminal Minds
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Evil Minds(心理罪)

2015China
Criminal Profiler Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalBromanceDeathFlashback To PastPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Slight HorrorSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Criminal Profiler Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 27% similarity match.

Fang Mu is renowned for his expertise in criminal psychology within the city. After teaming up with police officer Tai Wei Lian to solve a string of unusual murders on campus, Fang Mu was deeply affected by the cases, leading him to spiral into a state of decay. Despite his attempts to bury the memories and deceive both himself and others, the devil's taunts persisted with a new wave of mysterious killings that ultimately landed Fang Mu behind bars. Forced to confront his past traumas, guilt, and sins while facing off against the enigmatic devil.

Recommendation: Less Than Evil similar to Criminal Minds
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Less Than Evil(나쁜 형사)

2018South Korea
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalTraumaCalm Female LeadFlashback To PastGaslightingSmart Female LeadSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerWrongfully Accused

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Trauma themes with a 27% similarity match.

This crime drama explores the intense psychological battles between a detective driven by a deep sense of justice, yet haunted by the cases he cracks, and a brilliant woman who shows indifference towards her own demise

Recommendation: Beyond Evil similar to Criminal Minds
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Beyond Evil(괴물)

2021South Korea
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalTraumaCorruptionDetermined Male LeadHidden PastPsychological ManipulationSerial KillingsSmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Trauma themes with a 27% similarity match.

Introducing two courageous individuals who are determined to catch a serial killer causing chaos in their peaceful town: Lee Dong Sik, a former skilled detective now relegated to mundane tasks at the Manyang Police Substation, finds his routine disrupted when Detective Han Joo Won joins the team. Joo Won, a top-notch detective with a powerful father in the running for the National Police Agency's next chief, holds a hidden secret. When a series of brutal murders occur, drawing similarities to cold cases from two decades ago, Dong Sik and Joo Won unite to apprehend the ruthless killer. Their investigation leads them to delve deeper into the case, questioning the innocence of those involved, including themselves.

Recommendation: Hometown similar to Criminal Minds
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Hometown(홈타운)

2021South Korea
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalTraumaCriminal Male LeadCultDifferent TimelinesHorrorMultiple TimelinesPast And PresentSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Trauma themes with a 27% similarity match.

A mysterious serial murder tape with an eerie sound is found in a rural town in 1999. In 1987, terrorist Jo Gyeong Ho released sarin gas at a train station, killing passengers before surrendering. His daughter, Jo Jae Yeong, was placed in the care of his younger sister, Jo Jeong Hyeon. Ten years later, Detective Choi Hyeong investigates a murder case he believes is connected to the past incident. When Jeong Hyeon's niece goes missing, she teams up with Choi Hyeong to uncover the truth and rescue her.

Recommendation: A Superior Day similar to Criminal Minds
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A Superior Day(우월한 하루)

2022South Korea
DramaKidnappingMurderMysteryPsychologicalTraumaDeathFather-Daughter RelationshipFirefighter Male LeadMental IllnessPsychopath Male LeadSkilled KillerSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Kidnapping, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Trauma themes with a 27% similarity match.

Lee Ho Cheol works as a typical firefighter. As rumors circulate regarding a serial killer in the area, a stranger approaches him and reveals that his neighbor, Kwon Shi Woo, may be the one responsible. Little does Lee Ho Cheol know, this stranger is actually a hitman. Before long, Lee Ho Cheol is stuck in a perilous situation, torn between the two individuals.

Recommendation: Doubt similar to Criminal Minds
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Doubt(이토록 친밀한 배신자)

2024South Korea
ActionCriminal Profiler Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalFamilyFather-Daughter RelationshipMiniseriesNoirSingle Father Male LeadStudent Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Criminal Profiler Male Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 27% similarity match.

Jang Tae Su is a renowned criminal profiler in South Korea who is highly respected within the law enforcement community. As a pioneer in his field, he has paved the way for other criminal behavior analysts in the country. Despite his professional success, he is also a devoted single father raising his daughter on his own. When he becomes involved in a murder case, he uncovers shocking information that implicates his own daughter. This revelation challenges his professional beliefs and strains his relationship with her. Determined to protect his daughter, Jang Tae Su struggles to uncover the truth surrounding the case.

Recommendation: Shards of Her similar to Criminal Minds
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Shards of Her(她和她的她)

2022Taiwan
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalTraumaDeathDissociationFamily RelationshipMental IllnessParallel DimensionPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)ThrillerVictim Blaming

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Trauma themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative of a young girl who experienced a violation during her time in middle school. Initially, she was a hopeful and ambitious girl with dreams for her future. However, after the incident, she found herself plunged into a bottomless pit of trauma. (

Recommendation: Shokuzai similar to Criminal Minds
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Shokuzai(贖罪)

2012Japan
DramaInvestigationKidnappingMurderMysteryPsychologicalNovel AdaptationHorrorManipulative SiblingMultiple MainsRapeRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Kidnapping, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 27% similarity match.

The tragic death of a young girl named Emili shocks the residents of a small village in Japan. Emili's classmates discover her violated body while they were playing together, but the identity of the killer remains a mystery. Emili's mother, Asako, devastated by grief, places a curse on the four girls for claiming not to remember the killer's face. Each girl will face consequences for their silence in their own way. Haunted by Asako's words and burdened by the curse, the four girls are thrust into adulthood, leading to a series of tragic events.

Recommendation: Black Out similar to Criminal Minds
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Black Out(백설공주에게 죽음을)

2024South Korea
Dark FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalNovel AdaptationCold CaseDetective FictionDetective Male LeadEx-Convict Male LeadReturn To HometownThrillerVillage Setting

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Dark Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 27% similarity match.

Two teenage girls, both 19 years old, were tragically killed in a brutal manner. Their bodies were left abandoned, nowhere to be found inside a warehouse that was now stained with blood. The main suspect in this case was a friend of the girls, who was intoxicated on the night of the incident and claims to have no memory of what happened. After spending 11 years in prison, the young man was released and hoped to start a peaceful life. However, the tranquility of the village was shattered when a bone carcass was discovered, hinting at another murder and revealing that the true evil may be lurking in their midst. The question remains: who is the real devil? (

Recommendation: Tsugumi e...: Chiisana Inochi no Wasurenai similar to Criminal Minds
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Tsugumi e...: Chiisana Inochi no Wasurenai(つぐみへ…〜小さな命を忘れない〜)

2000Japan
DramaInvestigationKidnappingMysteryFamily

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Kidnapping, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Yumi and Takashi finally settle into their ideal home with their daughter, Tsugumi, only to have their joy shattered by Tsugumi's sudden disappearance

Recommendation: Love on the Beach similar to Criminal Minds
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Love on the Beach(情断上海滩)

2005China
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryAdventure

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mr. Winner similar to Criminal Minds
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Mr. Winner(方谬神探)

2002Hong Kong
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryComedy

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Fong Tin Mow, a mischievous troublemaker known for his inherited arrogance from his father, faces a challenge from his fiancée Yau Siu Ching to change his ways before they can marry. In order to prove himself, Fong Tin Mow decides to enroll in the police cadet school with the goal of becoming the best officer in town. As he embarks on this journey, he encounters a series of unpredictable and exciting adventures on his path to transformation into Mr. Winner.

Recommendation: Kamen Rider Amazons Season 2 similar to Criminal Minds
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Kamen Rider Amazons Season 2(仮面ライダーアマゾンズ2)

2017Japan
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalMilitarySci-FiSuspenseThrillerTokusatsu

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 26% similarity match.

Continuing the story nearly 5 years later, this season focuses on Chihiro, also known as Kamen Rider Amazon Neo. Raised by Amazons, Chihiro possesses exceptional abilities unlike any other normal Amazons. Alongside his friends and experts, Chihiro embarks on a mission to track down and confront Amazons, while also aiding a enigmatic girl named Iyu. He soon learns that tampered water is causing the emergence of new Amazons, marking just the start of his journey.

Recommendation: Nozokiya similar to Criminal Minds
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Nozokiya(のぞき屋)

2007Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalAdapted From A MangaPeeping

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 25% similarity match.

Based on the manga "Nozokiya" created by Yamamoto Hideo.

Recommendation: Skynet Action similar to Criminal Minds
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Skynet Action(天网行动)

2019China
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryCar AccidentPolice Department Setting

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% 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: Brave Wuju similar to Criminal Minds
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Brave Wuju(勇者无惧)

2022China
ActionDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

To uncover the truth behind his former colleague's death, border police officer Wu Ju embarks on a dangerous mission as an undercover agent in a high-stakes anti-drug operation. Wu Ju teams up with Qi Tian, the son of a notorious drug lord, to seek vengeance for his fallen comrade. Together, they evade a relentless pursuer and discover that a mysterious figure known as "Doctor" is the true mastermind behind the criminal network. As Wu Ju infiltrates "Doctor's" inner circle, he must outwit both ruthless drug traffickers and unsuspecting police detective An Ning. Through bravery and cunning, Wu Ju confronts formidable adversaries and faces personal challenges until he can ultimately dismantle the drug cartel.

Recommendation: Mission Run similar to Criminal Minds
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Mission Run(廉政狙擊)

2022Hong Kong
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryFriendshipPolice Procedural

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

Hu Ding Xin, Huang Zhi Wen, Huang Zong Ze, Wu Zhuo Xii, and Wang Hao Xin were childhood friends who resided in the same apartment building. Unfortunately, due to the collapse of the building, they were separated and reunited over a decade later. (myasianartist)

Recommendation: True Lie similar to Criminal Minds
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True Lie(金爱演真探团)

2020Taiwan
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathPolice Department Setting

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

The club members observed Ju Gan appearing distressed as he grappled with a challenging case. Recognizing the importance of finding the deceased individual, Ju Gan asked the club members to participate in a reenactment of the crime scene, with each person taking on the role of the victim, in the hopes of advancing the investigation. Following a murder in the vicinity, a vendor of a fruit stand utilized her expertise with knives to support the police in uncovering inconsistencies in the suspect's recounting of events. Through her assistance and Ju Gan's leadership, the club members successfully resolved the case.

Recommendation: Duel of Shadows similar to Criminal Minds
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Duel of Shadows(黑白诀)

2024China
ActionInvestigationKidnappingMurderMystery2000sCrimeDeathDetective Male LeadGun ViolencePolice Officer Male LeadWeb Series

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Kidnapping, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

The story highlights the determination of the Central Plains Mining Police in enforcing justice

Recommendation: Melody of Secrets similar to Criminal Minds
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Melody of Secrets(ความลับในบทเพลงที่บรรเลงไม่รู้จบ)

2025Thailand
Criminal Profiler Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalDeathGay RomanceJournalist Male LeadLGBTQ+RomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Criminal Profiler Male Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 24% similarity match.

An unseen force compels crime reporter Botphleng to seek out his partner, Tankoon, yet his recollections are strangely muddled, leaving him unable to recall what the man looks like. Is Tankoon, the criminologist who insists he is Botphleng's lover, truly who he says he is?

Recommendation: Kamen Rider Amazons similar to Criminal Minds
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Kamen Rider Amazons(仮面ライダーアマゾンズ)

2016Japan
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalExperimentHorrorHuman ExperimentationSci-FiSuspenseThrillerTokusatsu

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 24% similarity match.

For years, a young man named Haruka has been confined indoors due to a rare medical condition. However, his life takes a drastic turn when he encounters Jin Takayama, a member of a newly created species known as Amazons, who is on a mission to eliminate all other Amazons. As Haruka delves deeper into this mysterious world, he begins to uncover the truth about his own past and must ultimately decide on the path he will take. In a city filled with secrets and dangers, the future remains uncertain for both Haruka and Jin.

Recommendation: Yaneura no Koibito similar to Criminal Minds
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Yaneura no Koibito(屋根裏の恋人)

2017Japan
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalDeathFamilyMiniseriesRomanceSecretSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Hidden Identity similar to Criminal Minds
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Hidden Identity(신분을 숨겨라)

2015South Korea
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPhysically Strong Female LeadCriminal OrganizationDeathEmotionally Strong Female LeadRevengeTeamworkUndercover Agent Female LeadUndercover Agent Male Lead

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Physically Strong Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the investigative unit known as Number 5, which was specifically established to tackle crime head-on through methods such as surveillance, wiretapping, monitoring communications, and undercover operations. This clandestine police division pushes the boundaries of legality in its quest to combat crime and is an addition to the current divisions focused on criminal investigations, special inquiries, criminal matters, and white-collar offenses.

Recommendation: Ultimate Conquest similar to Criminal Minds
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Ultimate Conquest(终极征服)

2013China
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryHistoricalRomanceWar

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

A tale of young individuals who bravely defend their nation unfolds as the Japanese military launches an attack on China in 1937. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Three Unusual Detectives similar to Criminal Minds
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Three Unusual Detectives(长安三怪探)

2014China
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryAdventureDetective FictionDetective Male Lead

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Narrate the tale of the Tang dynasty intertwined with a mysterious string of serial killings. Secret agents intervene to shift the locations of the murders and combat malevolent forces. Inspired by the online novel "Chang An San Guai Tan" ( ).

Recommendation: Forensic Heroes Season 6 similar to Criminal Minds
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Forensic Heroes Season 6(法證先鋒6 倖存者的救贖)

2024Hong Kong
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic SciencePolice Inspector Male Lead

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Confronted with a string of intricate and thrilling cases, how will the team comprising senior chemist Yu Xing Bai, senior inspector Jing Hao Ran from the serious crime unit, and senior doctor Fan Pei Qing decode the mystery gradually? How will they employ scientific methods to unveil the truth and navigate through perilous situations? In the face of grave danger, how will they remain true to their initial goals and accomplish the redemption of themselves and others?

Recommendation: Infernal Affairs Season 2 similar to Criminal Minds
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Infernal Affairs Season 2(无间道2)

2017China
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryCrimeSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: ICAC Investigators 2004 similar to Criminal Minds
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ICAC Investigators 2004(廉政行動2004)

2004Hong Kong
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesPolice Department SettingPolice Procedural

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hitorishizuka similar to Criminal Minds
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Hitorishizuka(ヒトリシズカ)

2012Japan
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryNovel AdaptationDeathMiniseries

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Shikeidai no 72-Jikan similar to Criminal Minds
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Shikeidai no 72-Jikan(死刑台の72時間)

2013Japan
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryAdapted From A MangaDeathMiniseries

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Death Note NEW GENERATION similar to Criminal Minds
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Death Note NEW GENERATION(デスノート NEW GENERATION)

2016Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalAdapted From A MangaMiniseriesSupernatural

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 24% similarity match.

Three separate tales follow the investigator Mishima, known as the Death Note enthusiast, as he delves into a case involving a former criminal's sudden death from a stroke, ultimately uncovering the truth. In another story, Ryuzaki, a renowned international detective who has successfully cracked numerous challenging cases, decides to lend his expertise to a Death Note case that he had previously turned down multiple times. Lastly, Shien, a cyber terrorist who turned to idolizing Kira after overcoming the trauma of being the sole survivor of his family's brutal murder, embarks on his first attempt to utilize the power of the Death Note.

Recommendation: Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou (2016) similar to Criminal Minds
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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou (2016)(警視庁・捜査一課長)

2016Japan
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDetective FictionDetective Male Lead

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigative Division is known as the top-performing unit within the department. Headed by Oiwa Junichi, this division consists of approximately 400 skilled detectives. Junichi carries a significant burden as he is responsible for leading initial investigations into all violent crimes in the city, coordinating various task forces, and actively participating in investigations when needed. Despite facing challenges, Junichi manages to fulfill his duties and is seen as a realistic hero and exemplary leader by his team members.

Recommendation: Tobira no Mukou similar to Criminal Minds
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Tobira no Mukou(扉の向こう)

2019Japan
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDeath GameNeighbors' Relationship

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

The spin-off series "It's Your Turn" was available for streaming on Hulu.

Recommendation: The Closed Box: The Vertical Focus similar to Criminal Minds
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The Closed Box: The Vertical Focus(箱の中 The vertical FOCUS)

2020Japan
DramaInvestigationKidnappingMysteryCaptivityFlashback To PastShort Length Series

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Kidnapping, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Seto Joji, a 35-year-old employee at a technology firm in Tokyo, found himself in a peculiar situation one morning. Instead of his usual routine, Joji woke up inside a solid concrete enclosure. The mystery of who confined Joji and the reasons behind it are now at the forefront of his mind as he navigates this highly stressful and unfamiliar environment. (PRTimes)

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The Dangerous City(城市·獵人)

2013Taiwan
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

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Unnatural Fire(燃罪)

2025China
ActionDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryBased On A True StoryBromanceChildhood Friends RelationshipCrime Solving TrioDeathPolice Corporal Male LeadPolice ProceduralWeb Movie

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Xu Tong Sheng, a dedicated and clever young firefighter, decides to join the arson division of the fire department to further probe into the individuals he believes were accountable for his parents' deaths almost two decades ago

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Mouse(마우스)

2021South Korea
Dark FictionInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalCharacter DevelopmentDeathFlashback To PastGrandma-Granddaughter RelationshipSchool BullyingSexual AssaultSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Dark Fiction, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 23% similarity match.

An intriguing tale that poses the important query: What if it were possible to detect psychopaths ahead of time? The nation is in a state of panic as a violent serial killer's brutal crimes sow terror and disorder

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Kamen Rider Ryuki(仮面ライダー龍騎)

2002Japan
ActionDark FictionDramaInvestigationMysteryFantasySci-FiSuperhero Male LeadSuperhero Supporting CharacterSuspenseSword-fightThrillerTokusatsu

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Dark Fiction, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Thirteen sets of cards were made for thirteen individuals known as Kamen Riders. These Riders form agreements with creatures from a mysterious dimension called the Mirror World, which is the opposite of our own reality and can only be inhabited by the Riders. By harnessing the power of their creatures, the Riders are able to destroy other beings in exchange for providing them with life force. The creator of the Advent Cards established a rule that only one Kamen Rider can survive, leading to a conflict known as the Rider War. Innocent people are vanishing across the city, and while investigating these incidents, Shinji Kido, an intern at ORE Journal, stumbles upon an Advent Card deck in an apartment covered in newspapers. He is pulled into the Mirror World, where he discovers that people are being taken through mirrors by monsters to be consumed. When faced with a deadly dragon named Dragredder, Shinji is rescued by Kamen Rider Knight, also known as Ren Akiyama, who is determined to emerge victorious in the Rider War. With the help of a woman named Yui Kanzaki, Ren aims to find her missing brother, Shirou Kanzaki, the mastermind behind the Rider War. Witnessing Ren's determination, Shinji decides to join the Rider War not for personal gain, but to safeguard innocent lives and bring an end to the battles among the Kamen Riders. Forming a contract with Dragredder, Shinji transforms into Kamen Rider Ryuki to fulfill his mission.

Recommendation: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni similar to Criminal Minds
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Higurashi no Naku Koro ni(ひぐらしのなく頃に)

2016Japan
ActionInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalAdapted From A GameDeathFriendshipHorrorMiniseriesSupernaturalSuspenseViolence

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 23% similarity match.

Keiichi Maebara relocates to the peaceful village of Hinamizawa in the summer of 1983 and quickly forms friendships with Rena Ryuuguu, Mion Sonozaki, Satoko Houjou, and Rika Furude. However, as the annual festival draws near, he stumbles upon a series of murders and disappearances connected to the village's deity, Oyashiro. His companions maintain a mysterious silence, heightening his sense of unease. As strange occurrences escalate, Keiichi begins to doubt their loyalty, delving into the enigmas of Higurashi When They Cry, a narrative spanning multiple storylines.

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Voice: 110 Emergency Control Room(ボイス 110 緊急指令室)

2019Japan
ActionCriminal Profiler Female LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDetective FictionDetective Male LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadPolice Call Center SettingSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Criminal Profiler Female Lead, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Detective Shogo Higuchi's wife was killed by a notorious murderer, while Hikari Tachibana, a voice profiler with exceptional auditory abilities, lost her father to a tragic incident. Victims in need of help contact #110, which is linked to the emergency control center. In order to swiftly rescue those in danger, an "emergency call response unit" is established. Hikari Tachibana utilizes her unique hearing skills at the control center to gather crucial location details from callers, which she then relays to Detective Shogo Higuchi and his team in the response unit. Together, they race against time to save the victims during the critical first hour of a crime.

Recommendation: High Class similar to Criminal Minds
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High Class(하이클래스)

2021South Korea
Dark FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathFemale RivalryMultiple MainsRich Female LeadSuspenseThrillerWhite-Collar CrimeWrongfully Accused

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Dark Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 23% 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.

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Kataomoi (2017)(片想い)

2017Japan
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalNovel AdaptationBisexual Female LeadDeathGender DysphoriaLGBTQ+MiniseriesSportsUnrequited Love

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 23% similarity match.

Sports journalist Nishiwaki Tetsuro, who is in an unhappy marriage with former football club manager Risako, reunites with his old teammates during a gathering

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The Hunting Genius(寻人大师)

2017China
ActionDramaInvestigationMysteryDetective Agency SettingFriendshipSuspenseThriller

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 22% similarity match.

Five people - Lin Yuan Su, Die Qi, Qiu Ling, Xia Gu Duo, and Zhou Qi - come together during a quest to find a lost dog. Despite their diverse backgrounds, they decide to establish a team dedicated to locating missing persons. Through their collaboration, they build a profound bond and uncover the real significance of their mission. As their friendship grows stronger, Lin Yuan Su gains the confidence to embark on a search for his absent father, with the support of his companions.

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The Drug Hunter(猎毒人)

2018China
ActionInvestigationMurderMysteryCrimeDeathEngineer Male LeadGang

Like Criminal Minds, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 22% similarity match.

The plot follows an engineer who finds inspiration from his family as he delves into a major criminal organization in the Golden Triangle. Lu Yun Peng, a highly intelligent college professor, is driven by the tragic death of his police officer brother and the targeting of his nephew by a drug syndicate. Seeking vengeance, Yun Peng embarks on his own scheme, despite the objections of his brother's colleague, Jiang Ya Nan. Yun Peng encounters a drug dealer named Yin Ta and comes up with a plan to earn his trust. This strategy proves successful as Yin Ta is linked to a powerful drug lord, allowing Yun Peng to enter the Golden Triangle. Simultaneously, Jiang Ya Nan is assigned a mission to take down the criminal network.