Designated Survivor: 60 Days - Asian drama recommendation
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Designated Survivor: 60 Days(60일 - 지정생존자)

2019South Korea
Blue HouseConspiracyDeathDramaMysteryNational AssemblyNational Intelligence ServicePoliticalPower StruggleSchemeSocial CommentaryTerrorismThriller

Park Moo Jin, a former chemistry professor, currently serves as the Minister of Environment. He lacks ambition, strong personal beliefs, or a political instinct. During a session at the National Assembly for the president's speech, a terrorist attack occurs, resulting in the deaths of numerous government officials, including the president and several ministers. Park Moo Jin becomes the highest-ranking official still alive. Although he is reluctant to take on the role, he is required to act as president for a 60-day period. As he navigates this unexpected leadership position, he seeks to uncover the individuals or group behind the attack, ultimately evolving into a national leader.

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Recommendation: The Whirlwind similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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The Whirlwind(돌풍)

2024South Korea
DramaMysteryPoliticalPower StruggleThrillerCorruptionPolitical IntriguePrime Minister Male LeadSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, Political, Power Struggle, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Park Dong Ho holds the position of prime minister in South Korea. He is determined to bring justice to the corrupt president who conspires with influential family-run businesses known as chaebols and revolutionize the political landscape. Jung Soo Jin serves as the deputy prime minister in charge of economic affairs. When she challenges Park Dong Ho, a heated political conflict erupts.

Recommendation: Tracer similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Tracer(트레이서)

2022South Korea
DeathDramaMysteryPower StruggleSchemeThrillerActionBrave Male LeadConfident Male LeadCorruptionInvestigationMiniseriesRevengeSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, Power Struggle, Scheme, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hwang Dong Joo holds the position of head of division 5 in the tax department of the National Tax Service. He dedicates himself to uncovering concealed funds to ensure tax compliance. His team consists of Seo Hye Young, known for her cheerful demeanor, and his superior, Oh Young. On the other hand, In Tae Joon serves as the director of a local tax office. He is a driven individual who has climbed the ranks through dishonest and unlawful means, all while displaying an arrogant attitude.

Recommendation: Vagabond similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Vagabond(배가본드)

2019South Korea
ConspiracyDeathMysteryNational Intelligence ServicePower StruggleThrillerActionBlackmailCorruptionCrimeRevengeSlow Burn RomanceSmart Male LeadTeamwork

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Death, Mystery, National Intelligence Service, Power Struggle, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Cha Dal Gun, heartbroken over the tragic loss of his nephew in an enigmatic plane accident, sets out on a mission to reveal the hidden truths surrounding a significant cover-up. Go Hae Ri, the eldest child of a deceased marine, aspired for an uncomplicated existence but finds herself becoming an agent for the National Intelligence Service (NIS). Their journeys intersect as they unravel a network of corruption associated with the incident.

Recommendation: Money Game similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Money Game(머니게임)

2020South Korea
ConspiracyDramaMysteryPoliticalPower StruggleSchemeBusinessCharacter DevelopmentCorruptionHardworking Female LeadInvestigationOrphan Female LeadTeamworkWorkplace Violence

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Drama, Mystery, Political, Power Struggle, and Scheme themes with a 29% similarity match.

Two decades following the IMF crisis, the narrative focuses on the conflict between the leader of the Financial Policy Bureau, who aims to divest Jungin Bank—teetering on the edge of insolvency and holding a third of the government’s ownership—and the Finance Chairman, who intends to hand it over to a private equity firm based in the Bahamas. Chae Yi Heon, an economic official, conceals his affluent background to gain respect based on his abilities. Heo Jae, the driven chairman, is prepared to go to any lengths to fulfill his ambitions, while Lee Hye Jun, a dedicated young employee just entering the workforce, prioritizes ethical principles.

Recommendation: Through The Mystery similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Through The Mystery(穿越谜团)

2016China
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationMedicalRomanceSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Wei Rong found a mysterious man using a deceased person's phone. Initially, she suspected him of being involved in the death of her close friend, Zong Si Ning, and causing trouble for her aunt, Zong Feng. However, she later discovered that the man, Ma Dong, was actually investigating Si Ning's death, which he believed was linked to his mother's suicide at her aunt's hospital a year prior. Working together, they retraced Si Ning's final steps before his tragic demise. What they uncovered was a shocking secret that could have torn their families apart if Si Ning had survived to reveal it.

Recommendation: Last One Standing (2008) similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Last One Standing (2008)(與敵同行)

2008Hong Kong
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationMurderSuspenseWrongfully Accused

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% 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: The Frog similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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The Frog(아무도 없는 숲속에서)

2024South Korea
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerMurderNoirPsychologicalSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Currently, Jeon Yeong Ha's peaceful existence overseeing a holiday cabin in the forest is thrown into disarray by the sudden appearance of a enigmatic lady named Yoo Seong A. Twenty years ago, Koo Sang Jun, who was also in charge of the cabin, endured a devastating summer that led to his downfall. Yun Bo Min, who was a local police officer at the time, is now the chief of police at the same precinct and begins looking into Jeon Yeong Ha with great curiosity.

Recommendation: Nirvana in Fire similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Nirvana in Fire(琅琊榜)

2015China
DeathDramaPoliticalPower StruggleSchemeCorruptionHidden IdentityHistoricalMilitaryPolitical IntrigueRevengeSibling RivalrySmart Male LeadWar

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Political, Power Struggle, and Scheme themes with a 23% similarity match.

During the sixth century in China, the Emperor of Great Liang orders the unfair execution of his brother-in-law Marshal Lin Xie, the Lin family, 70,000 army soldiers, and Crown Prince Qi

Recommendation: Dream Raider similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Dream Raider(獵夢特工)

2020Taiwan
ConspiracyDeathDramaMysteryThrillerComaCrimeGun ViolenceInvestigationMurderPolice Department SettingRevengeSci-FiSuicide

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

In a future not too far away, individuals who can infiltrate minds to carry out criminal activities pose a threat, but they are thwarted by a group known as the Dream Raiders. (HBO Asia)

Recommendation: Parallel World similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Parallel World(西出玉门)

2023China
ConspiracyDeathDramaMysteryThrillerActionAdventureBadass Female LeadDesert SettingFantasyMonsterRomanceSlow Burn StoryTeamwork

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

In the depths of the desert, a lovely fruit vendor named Ye Liu Xi and a performer of shadow puppets named Chang Dong team up

Recommendation: Nobody Knows similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Nobody Knows(아무도 모른다)

2020South Korea
ConspiracyDeathDramaMysteryThrillerCalm Female LeadComaFriendshipMelodramaMurderSelf-harmSmart Female LeadTraumaUnusual Friendship

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Detective Young Jin, tormented by the unresolved murder of her friend at the hands of the 'Stigmata' serial killer nearly two decades ago, is resolute in her quest to identify the perpetrator. Leading a reclusive existence, her sole connection is with Eun Ho, the son of her downstairs neighbor, who assists her with various household tasks. When Eun Ho unexpectedly falls into a coma after what appears to be a fall from a building, Young Jin becomes suspicious of potential foul play. With the assistance of Eun Ho’s teacher, SunWoo, she starts to uncover evidence suggesting that his injuries were not coincidental.

Recommendation: Big Mouth similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Big Mouth(빅마우스)

2022South Korea
ConspiracyDeathDramaMysteryThrillerBrave Female LeadInvestigationLawLawyer Male LeadMistaken IdentityMurderPrison SettingSuspenseWrongfully Accused

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% 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?

Recommendation: The 8 Show similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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The 8 Show(더 에이트 쇼)

2024South Korea
DeathDramaMysterySocial CommentaryThrillerAdapted From A WebtoonDebtDifficult AdulthoodGraphic ViolenceMultiple MainsPsychologicalSadismSurvivalSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, Social Commentary, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Eight individuals facing significant debt find themselves involved in an unusual game that has a lasting impact on their futures

Recommendation: Squid Game Season 2 similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Squid Game Season 2(오징어게임 시즌2)

2024South Korea
DeathDramaMysterySocial CommentaryThrillerActionBlack ComedyCompetitionDeath GameGameGraphic ViolenceSurvivalSuspenseTransgender Female Lead

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, Social Commentary, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Seong Gi Hun, also known as Player 456, has returned to the Squid Game following his victory in the previous round. With a newfound understanding of the game's true nature, he is determined to rescue fellow players and put an end to the deadly competition. However, his noble efforts may be compromised by the allure of the substantial prize money at stake.

Recommendation: The Impossible Heir similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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The Impossible Heir(로얄로더)

2024South Korea
ConspiracyDramaPoliticalPower StruggleThrillerAmbitious Female LeadBusinessChairman-Chairwoman Supporting CharacterClass ConflictCompetitive Male LeadConglomerateHeir-Heiress Supporting CharacterMorally Ambiguous Male LeadPartners' Relationship

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Drama, Political, Power Struggle, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

The son born out of wedlock to a wealthy Korean businessman, Kang In Ha, joins forces with his determined childhood companion, Han Tae Oh, in an effort to climb the social ladder. Growing up in poverty, In Ha uncovers his father's riches and leaves his humble beginnings behind, only to face rejection from his newfound family. Leveraging Tae Oh's intelligence and their joint resolve, they scheme to seize control of the Kang Oh Group. However, their achievements are jeopardized when a woman with a troubled history emerges to disrupt their plans.

Recommendation: Stand by Me similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Stand by Me(与君歌)

2021China
DeathDramaMysteryPower StruggleSchemeNovel AdaptationFight For The ThroneHidden IdentityHistoricalRevengeRomanceSmart Male LeadSword-fightTang Dynasty

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, Power Struggle, and Scheme themes with a 23% similarity match.

During the 9th Century Tang Dynasty in China, the Emperor is engaged in a fierce power struggle with a group of powerful eunuchs who hold significant influence within the court. In an attempt to retaliate, he orders the assassination of their leader, Qiu Shi Liang, but the plan fails. The eunuchs seek revenge by killing the Emperor's loyal minister and his entire family, except for his twin daughters, Cheng RuoYu and Qiu Yan Zhi, who manage to escape. With the eunuchs now controlling the court, the Emperor is reduced to a mere figurehead. While the minister's daughters remain hidden, they each follow different paths. Yan Zhi seeks vengeance by infiltrating Qiu Shi Liang's household, while Ruo Yu joins a group of soldiers led by young Emperor Qi Yan, who is determined to eliminate the eunuchs. Ruo Yu is willing to risk her life to assist him, even if it means confronting danger head-on. As their bond grows stronger, the question remains: will the Emperor trust Ruo Yu once he uncovers her true identity and her ties to his enemy? (

Recommendation: Iari: Mienai Kao similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Iari: Mienai Kao(イアリー 見えない顔)

2018Japan
ConspiracyDramaMysteryPower StruggleThrillerNovel AdaptationBrainwashingCharacter DevelopmentFather-Daughter RelationshipInfidelityInvestigationMurderPsychologicalSchool Bullying

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Drama, Mystery, Power Struggle, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Following the passing of university professor Hirokawa Seiji's wife, an unfamiliar woman shows up at their residence inquiring about his wife's whereabouts, but vanishes when he answers the door. Not long after, the university president unexpectedly passes away, prompting student elections. Suspicion brews among the professors, and malicious, anonymous documents start circulating. Hirokawa, who shared a close bond with his late wife's younger sister, Mizushima Rei, begins to feel a sense of unease. Before long, a body with mysterious circumstances is discovered at a nearby landfill, escalating the tension.

Recommendation: The Doll Master (2017) similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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The Doll Master (2017)(人偶师)

2017China
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% 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: Phoenix Rising similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Phoenix Rising(蘭花劫)

2008Hong Kong
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerCrimeInvestigationMurderPrison SettingSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% 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: Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMurderSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% 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: Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationMurderRevengeSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% 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: Crimson River similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Crimson River(非常目击)

2020China
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationMurderPolice Officer Male LeadReturn To HometownSuspenseWeb Series

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% 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.

Recommendation: Mi Yu similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Mi Yu(谜语)

2025China
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerFilmed VerticallyInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuicideSuspenseWeb Series

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Following her sister's tragic suicide, a note left behind triggers a series of suicides in the family

Recommendation: The Winter Solstice similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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The Winter Solstice(冬至)

2004China
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerBank SettingCrimeInvestigationRobberySuicideSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Winter solstice brought together Chen Yi Ping, a bank accountant, and Jiang Han, a criminal policeman, through a treasury theft case. Chen Yi Ping cooperated with the police in the investigation after they intervened. The focus then shifted to Xue Fei, who tragically took his own life when the case gained attention. Despite this, Chen Yi Ping, who had uncovered Xue Fei's secret, decided to resign and move on. However, upon receiving a mysterious floppy disk after submitting his resignation, Chen Yi Ping found himself entangled in a dangerous situation. Meanwhile, Jiang Han made progress in uncovering a potential conspiracy behind Xue Fei's death. As the truth unfolded, Chen Yi Ping found himself on an irreversible path. On the night of the winter solstice, he was left in shock, only able to jot down December 20, 2002, in his diary.

Recommendation: Century Lao Che similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Century Lao Che(百年老宅)

2009China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: Be Irreconcilable similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Be Irreconcilable(势不两立)

2014China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: Two Women in the War similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Two Women in the War(兩個女人的戰爭)

2016China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: Double Characters similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Double Characters(夜行人)

2017China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Three years ago, Tang Ming Xuan's wife Xie Wei passed away in what was believed to be a suicide, a situation that has troubled the family ever since. At the wedding ceremony of Ke Yuan and Ming Xuan three years later, new information came to light when a mysterious individual, Solution Days, appeared, bringing back memories of the past. Ke Yuan stood by Ming Xuan, refusing to believe Solution Days' accusations and remaining convinced of Ming Xuan's innocence. Solution Days suspected foul play in Xie Wei's death and set out to uncover the truth, using various tactics to take control of the company and investigate the real cause of Xie Wei's demise. As new evidence emerged, the hidden secrets surrounding Ming Xuan began to unravel, bringing danger closer to Ke Yuan as she navigated a world of love and deception. Ultimately, Ming Xuan's true nature was revealed.

Recommendation: Ask The Conscience similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Ask The Conscience(读心探案)

2019China
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerCity SettingDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationMurderPolice Department SettingPsychologist Female LeadSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Three years ago, Pinghai City experienced a homicide that resulted in the heroic sacrifice of criminal police chief Ding Wei while trying to apprehend the suspect, Cao Ming, and protect a hostage. Recently, similar cases have resurfaced, prompting the Pinghai Municipal Public Security Bureau to reassign key members of the criminal police detachment. This new team includes Xu Zhixin as the criminal police chief, Liu Jing as a criminal psychologist, Luo Hai as the detective expert and deputy captain, Dr. Lin Xue as the physical and biochemical materials expert, a young female policewoman, and a skilled fighter named Hu Niu. Wang Xiaobo, an expert in computer networks, also joined the team to investigate these cases. Using their unique skills, Liu Jing and his colleagues analyzed the motives behind the crimes through role-playing and profiling the suspects involved in the cases.

Recommendation: The Burning River similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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The Burning River(迷雾追踪)

2020China
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerBased On A True StoryDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderPolice Captain Female LeadPolice Department SettingSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

In a small town in Xinan, there have been two puzzling incidents that have left the community baffled. A female police captain teams up with a young detective to investigate these mysteries. Despite an apparent motive, they uncover a web of hidden truths. One of the cases involves a late-night ride booked through an online platform that takes a dangerous turn. As more clues come to light, the investigations become more complex and intertwined. In a race against time to find the real perpetrator, the past, present, and future of the town are closely interconnected through the unfolding events.

Recommendation: Misleading Track similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Misleading Track(叠影危情)

2005Hong Kong
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationLawLawyer Male LeadMurderRomanceSuspenseWrongfully Accused

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% 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: Summer Heat (2006) similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Summer Heat (2006)(心慌、心郁、逐個捉)

2006Hong Kong
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

When Sui Ning was young, she had a close bond with her father after her mother passed away. However, as she got older, their relationship became strained. Sui Ning became consumed with work and found her father irritating. One day, her father invited her to visit their ancestral village for a vacation. Sui Ning couldn't understand why her father was so attached to his hometown. When she was called back to work, her father decided to go alone. Later that night, Sui Ning rushed to the village after finishing work, only to find her father's yacht had exploded. Believing her father was inside, she contacted her police officer boyfriend Lau Ho Fat. Despite their efforts to search the water, her father's body was not found. Sui Ning suspected foul play and began to distrust the villagers, uncovering her father's troubled history with them. Will she be able to uncover the truth and find the person responsible for her father's death?

Recommendation: Keishichou Kanshiki Han 2004: Investigation similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Keishichou Kanshiki Han 2004: Investigation(警視庁鑑識班2004 INVESTIGATION)

2004Japan
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceInvestigationMiniseriesMurderSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: Ten no  Hakobune similar to Designated Survivor: 60 Days
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Ten no Hakobune(天の方舟)

2012Japan
DramaMysteryPoliticalInvestigationMiniseries

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Political themes with a 20% similarity match.

Kurotani Nanami was raised in a low-income farming family that did not receive enough support from the government after the earthquake. While attending university, she works at a club and sends money to her family regularly. One day, Shioda Yusuke, the young CEO of Naguri Construction, and his colleague Miyazato Kazuki visit the club where Nanami works. Intrigued by their involvement in ODA (official development assistance) work and the questionable money associated with it, Nanami becomes curious about the financial side of international aid. She forms a connection with Miyazato, who has connections to powerful politicians and is a key figure in his company. In exchange for a job at an ODA-related company, Nanami agrees to a relationship with Miyazato, fully aware of the corrupt nature of this world. Despite the risks, she is determined to leave poverty behind and explore this murky realm. Miyazato introduces Nanami to Gohongi Consultants, a company closely linked to his own, opening the door to a world of international aid filled with kickbacks, bribes, concessions, and political games.

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Omae ni Yoroshiku(お前によろしく)

2022Japan
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerHostess Female LeadInvestigationJealousyMiniseriesShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

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Assembly(어셈블리)

2015South Korea
DramaNational AssemblyPoliticalLawNice Male Lead

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, National Assembly, and Political themes with a 20% similarity match.

Jin Sang Pil works as a welder at a shipbuilding facility, but after he and his co-workers are terminated, he advocates for their rehiring as the representative of the labor union. To his astonishment, this activism results in his election to the National Assembly. However, due to his idealistic nature and lack of experience, Sang Pil struggles to maneuver through the political landscape. That's when the astute aide Choi In Gyeong steps in, guiding him and together they strive to effect genuine change in the government.

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Double Characters Season 2(夜行人二)

2017China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

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Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo(夜がどれほど暗くても)

2020Japan
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationJournalist Male LeadMiniseriesMurderSuicideSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Michinari Shiga is employed as an assistant editor at the weekly publication Shukan Jiryu, which has experienced an increase in sales thanks to its coverage of various scandals. He leads a life dedicated to journalism ethics, until his own son, who is in university, commits a double murder before taking his own life. Now, instead of uncovering scandals, Shiga is thrust into the midst of one. Facing pressure from his colleagues, he is demoted to a monthly magazine and his marriage begins to deteriorate rapidly. Despite his challenging circumstances, Shiga is resolute in his mission to uncover the truth surrounding his son's actions.

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The Long Night(沉默的真相)

2020China
ConspiracyDramaMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationCorruptionCrime Against MoralityInvestigationPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

The murder case initially seemed straightforward, with numerous witnesses observing the suspect attempting to dispose of a body and a confession from the suspect himself. However, as the case progressed to court, the prosecutor uncovered that there was more to the situation than met the eye. The murder turned out to be a facade for a more disturbing injustice. The prosecutor dedicated a decade of his life unraveling the truth, sacrificing his youth, career, reputation, family, and ultimately his life in the process. (DramaWiki)

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Mikkoku wa Utau(密告はうたう)

2021Japan
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationDeath Of A Co-workerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesSuspenseTorture

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Sara Masaki, a detective in Investigation Team 1 at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, faces the tragic loss of his colleague, Detective Saito Kota, during a murder investigation. Following this, Masaki is reassigned to Personnel Department 1 within the Inspection Division, still grappling with the death of his coworker. Despite his grief, Masaki encounters hostility from his coworkers. When a mysterious letter arrives at the personnel department accusing Detective Minaguchi Nako of leaking confidential information, Masaki launches his own investigation. This leads him to delve into the unresolved case of his colleague's death.

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Yaneura no Koibito(屋根裏の恋人)

2017Japan
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerFamilyInvestigationMiniseriesMurderPsychologicalRomanceSecretSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% 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.

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Malice (2023)(MALICE)

2023Japan
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurderProfessor Female LeadReporter Male LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Kozono Yohei, the secretary general of Shoto University, was discovered dead from stab wounds in his residence. Hoshino Naoto, a detective at Fujimi Police Station, hurries to the crime scene and observes the murder scene in the living room. Tanimura Kaho, a lecturer in the Department of International Studies at Shoto University, is determined to advance in life by any means necessary and has been involved in a romantic relationship with Kozono, who oversees personnel matters, for six months. Following Kozono's murder, Kaho is taken into custody as the prime suspect. Meanwhile, journalist Maruyama Sota receives details about the affair through an anonymous email and suspects that someone is trying to manipulate the narrative of the incident. He initiates his own inquiry. Amidst this, Hoshino grows uneasy with the investigative approach taken by senior police officials, who hastily conclude that Kaho is the perpetrator. He eventually comes to the realization that Kaho may have been set up by someone.

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Genesis (2021)(복제인간)

2021South Korea
ConspiracyDeathMysteryThrillerCloneDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherInvestigationMiniseriesOrphan Male LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Death, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

A man uncovers the truth behind his mother's unexplained death as he encounters individuals who bear a striking resemblance to him, ultimately getting entangled in a larger conspiracy. (Naver)

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Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 2(コールドケース2 〜真実の扉〜)

2018Japan
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerDetective Female LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadFlashback To PastInvestigationMultiple MainsMurderSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

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

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Animal Whisper(黑喵知情)

2020Taiwan
DeathDramaPoliticalThrillerAnimalAnimal RightsCatDogFamilyHearing AnimalsSuspenseWorkplace Setting

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Political, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

A series centered around pet communication, interweaving stories from the animals' point of view to delve into the dynamic between human behavior and familial connections.

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The Lies Within(모두의 거짓말)

2019South Korea
DramaMysteryPoliticalThrillerCar AccidentDetective FictionDetective Male LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationSmart Female LeadSmart Male LeadSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, Political, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Jo Tae Sik was once a passionate detective, but he now seeks a different path in life. He yearns for a tranquil and simple lifestyle. To achieve this, Jo Tae Sik requests a transfer to a police substation located in a remote village with few inhabitants. At the same time, he becomes involved in investigating the death of Lawmaker Kim Seung Cheol, who passed away in a car accident. However, Jo Tae Sik suspects that the circumstances surrounding the accident may not be straightforward. Subsequently, the lawmaker's son-in-law goes missing. Kim Seo Hui, the youngest daughter of the deceased lawmaker, finds herself in distress as her husband vanishes. Their marriage was intended to benefit their families, but their bond has been troubled. Determined to uncover the truth behind her father's demise and locate her missing spouse, Kim Seo Hui enters the political arena. Together, Jo Tae Sik and Kim Seo Hui begin to unravel a conspiracy and strive to expose the truth.

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Miss Gu Who Is Silent(沉默不语的顾小姐)

2020China
ConspiracyDeathMysteryThrillerAge GapAge GapEmotionally Strong Female LeadHidden IdentityPsychologicalRevengeSmart Female LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Death, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

In order to cope with the sorrow of losing her brother, Gu Qing Zhou intends to adopt a new identity and hide her true name. Seeking revenge for her brother's death, she sets out to confront those responsible for his demise. However, she soon discovers that another individual is manipulating the circumstances, forcing Gu Qing Zhou into a position of being used as a pawn. (DramaWiki)

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Dalah: Death and the Flowers(ดาหลา บุปผา ฆาตกรรม)

2025Thailand
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerCrimeFlorist Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurderSinger Supporting CharacterSuspenseViolence

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

As law enforcement hurries to apprehend suspects in a highly publicized murder investigation, the enigmatic death marks the onset of a cascade of sinister truths waiting to be revealed. The narrative centers on Dalah, a fashionable floral designer tasked with creating flower arrangements for the eagerly awaited wedding of Ohm, the frontrunner for Prime Minister, and his fiancée Risa. Their impending marriage has garnered widespread media attention as it is set to merge two of the nation’s most influential families. However, when the groom is discovered deceased on the day of the wedding, all attendees find themselves under suspicion in the murder inquiry. Caught in a tangled web of clandestine relationships and elite scandals, Dalah takes it upon herself to investigate, uncovering dark secrets and a conspiracy that connects to her own history.

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The Twelfth Second(第十二秒)

2021China
DeathDramaMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationDeath Of A WifeDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDisappearanceInvestigationRomanceSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Detective Zhao Yi Chen's pregnant wife, Hu Jia Ying, vanishes suddenly, leaving only an 11-second distress call. Nearly a decade later, he is led to a stranger's house by a letter, discovering that his wife passed away a year prior and left behind a silent 9-year-old daughter. The series delves into Zhao Yi Chen's emotional journey with Hu Jia Ying and his quest to unravel the mysterious circumstances surrounding her death, unveiling shocking revelations about her past.

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The Code of Siam(异域档案之暹罗密码)

2019China
ConspiracyMysteryThrillerComedyInvestigationSuspense

Like Designated Survivor: 60 Days, this drama also features Conspiracy, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

A man who straddles the line between right and wrong is a clever criminal who follows the law and ends up in prison. Just before his release, his former girlfriend, who is also his biggest opponent, faces a dangerous situation, forcing him to flee to rescue her. The story unfolds in the Golden Triangle, known for its drug trafficking. Xia Tian risks his life in a showdown with a notorious drug kingpin and emerges victorious. Word of Xia Tian's actions reaches Zhang Li, an Interpol agent who also happens to be his ex-girlfriend and the love of his life. Despite their roles as law enforcer and outlaw, they were once lovers who enjoyed playing a game of cat and mouse. Zhang Li and her superior, Peter, travel to the Golden Triangle. The drug kingpin is killed in a confrontation, and Xia Tian is arrested for the crime. He is sent to a prison in Myanmar but escapes just before his sentence ends to save Zhang Li from imminent danger. Though Xia Tian manages to rescue her, he realizes that his escape was orchestrated by someone else. Acting on Peter's instructions, Xia Tian and Zhang Li head to Bangkok to investigate, encountering a series of mysteries including a missing plane, a long-awaited reunion, and a vast conspiracy.