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

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

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

Ha Ri visits a cabin in the woods to spend time with her friends. While there, she encounters a tarot card reader who reveals that she is destined for an unrequited love. Additionally, who is that enigmatic girl referring to Kang Lim as "oppa"?

Ella and her boyfriend Maurice, who works as a barista, are not a popular couple. One day, Maurice mysteriously disappeared in the Golden Night Building and underwent a drastic change in personality, almost as if he had transformed into a different person. Determined to uncover the truth behind his disappearance, Ella ventured deep into the Golden Night Building. Within the building, a series of peculiar events unfolded, including an e-racing team entering the virtual world to rescue their teammates, a heartbreaking mother-daughter story, a case involving a kidnapping that may or may not be real, and the emergence of comet particles triggered by insanity. Despite facing these challenges, Maurice and Ella's love for each other grew stronger, as they believed they were meant to be together by fate. However, Ella soon realized that her feelings were not for the real Maurice, but for the alternate version of him that existed within the Golden Night Building.

High school student Watanuki Kimihiro possesses the unique ability to perceive spirits and monsters, though he is constantly tormented by them. After yet another encounter with malevolent apparitions on his way home, he stumbles upon a peculiar shop. Inside, he meets Ichihara Yuko, the enigmatic proprietor who offers to fulfill Watanuki's desire to be free of the spirits. However, the exchange requires Watanuki to work temporarily in her shop, where wishes are granted, in return. This marks the beginning of his journey into a realm filled with supernatural phenomena.

One year ago, Mo Xiao Yun lost the hearing in her left ear due to an accident, which also led to her experiencing unusual sounds. She suspects that these sounds may be coming from a different realm, but she chooses to pretend not to notice in the hopes that it will go away. However, on her first day at a new job, she encounters a ghost who turns out to be her coworker, Ken. In an attempt to rid Xiao Yun of the ghost, her colleagues enlist the help of a specialist in exorcism and mortuary practices, Zhang Ji En. Despite Ji En's efforts, the ghost continues to haunt Xiao Yun.

The plot centers around the otherworldly experiences of 10 individuals, such as the puzzling vanishing of a single mother's child, the peculiar behavior of a bookstore proprietor, a fanatical otaku observing his neighbor, and the sudden arrival of a young wife pushing a closed baby stroller. (JayneStars)

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

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

Chiu and his closest companion, Hung, attempt to communicate with a saucer spirit to seek answers about an upcoming test. However, they are interrupted midway and are unable to complete the process. They make another attempt at Chiu's house, but encounter supernatural occurrences that result in the tragic death of Chiu's parents. Years later, Chiu, who has been studying exorcism under a mentor since the incident, reunites with Hung. Hung has been struggling with severe PTSD for the past eighteen years. As Chiu helps his friend cope with his condition, they realize that the supernatural events from the past may not have been resolved.

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

On the day of her wedding, Jiang Li fled and was subsequently stabbed. A heavenly figure materializes before her soul, revealing that she must uncover her assailant within a week. Struggling to recall her past since graduating from college, she embarks on a journey to unravel the mystery. It turns out that her perceptions were not entirely accurate.

In a new paranormal investigation, a connection is discovered between a string of frightening incidents spanning from 1958 to 1997, all originating from the identical residence

Thup, a young orphan endowed with remarkable senses, finds himself drawn into a decades-spanning murder investigation alongside Singha, a more pragmatic individual who dismisses anything related to the supernatural. However, the complexities they encounter challenge rationality; the case is intertwined with age-old beliefs, mystical influences, and the most sinister aspects of human longing. Every five years, new victims are enticed by their faith—lured to temples through spiritual fervor, only to end up being sacrificed in a malevolent ritual designed to extend the killer's lifespan. Thup and Singha must merge forensic analysis with ancient magic, confronting dangers that are both seen and unseen. As the truth emerges, the barriers between them begin to dissolve, leading to an unexpected closeness between these once-reluctant partners.

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

Based on the manga series "Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai" by Araki Hirohiko.

The story unfolds as a poignant and enigmatic adventure involving Tang Yi Xun and his beloved, Ye Hai Tang. When Hai Tang inexplicably disappears, Yi Xun finds a letter in the mailbox addressed to him. In his response, he comes to understand that their separation is not just a matter of distance but also transcends time. Through a series of twelve letters exchanged over thirty-five years, their bond persists as they pursue truth and hope, intertwining themes of love, yearning, and the trials posed by destiny.

Four women of varying personalities and abilities journey through time to ancient China, where they work together to unravel mysterious cases

A collection of tales inspired by regional ghost stories and supernatural occurrences

Detective Ango Ishikawa is known for his intelligence and sharp observational skills. He maintains excellent physical fitness and possesses a strong drive for success. Ango prioritizes his work above all else, with little presence of a personal life. Following a gunshot wound to the head at a crime scene, Ango teeters on the edge of life and death. From that point on, Ango gains the ability to communicate with and see the deceased.

A small theater group called "ENGINE" is currently rehearsing in a rundown building near Tsutenkaku Tower in Osaka. The group's young members, led by actress Yamaguchi Mai, are putting in extra effort to prepare for their upcoming performance in Tokyo. Their current production is "DICE," which is the troupe's most well-known work and was first staged a decade ago. The group's leader, Mr. Shigemori, is particularly excited about the Tokyo performance but is starting to feel dissatisfied with the rehearsals. However, everything changes when Mai comes across a VHS tape labeled "DICE" in the company's archives. This tape contains footage from the original performance ten years ago. After watching the tape, Mai and her friends start experiencing strange and unexplainable events around them.

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

After a former criminal was unexpectedly granted the ability to see spirits, his life took a dramatic turn. Spirits sought his assistance one by one, beginning with the deceased. What messages were they trying to convey to him?

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

Five students intrigued by a chilling tale, opt to embark on a journey to Kanchanaburi, a city and forest in Thailand with a history of strange occurrences. Unbeknownst to them, entering the eerie woods to craft horror stories and attaching their names to it is a guarantee of their demise.

The tale of a boatman and a corrupt police officer evolving from strangers to close friends. (Dramawiki)

Hiyama Eisuke is an actor who has struggled to find success. He relocated from Osaka to Tokyo with dreams of stardom, but only managed to land small roles and made very little money, living paycheck to paycheck. He possessed a rather unhelpful "gift": a bothersome ability to "hear" the voices of spirits who died prematurely. Lacking any psychic abilities, he couldn’t see or communicate with these spirits; he merely heard their voices in a one-sided manner. This led him to recklessly pursue cheap haunted properties, where he was tormented by the distressing voices of the deceased, resulting in frequent moves and a downward spiral into poverty. One day, Hiyama found himself in yet another haunted place and decided to visit "Amami Real Estate," the agency that handled the property, to voice his complaints. The president, Amami Goro, who was aware of Hiyama's unique ability, mentioned, "I have a property that might interest you," and took him to an unexpected location. It was a room in a high-end apartment where a woman had taken her own life five years prior. Due to the tragic incident, the rent had been lowered, and over the years, ten tenants had left in quick succession, all suffering from mental instability, with one even attempting suicide, marking it as a special A-class accident property. Hiyama was offered a temporary job to stay in the room, confirm that it was safe to live in, and help improve the property’s reputation. Tempted by the generous pay, he agreed. That night, he immediately heard a voice, but surprisingly, the woman who was believed to have committed suicide declared, "I was murdered!"

A detective who does not believe in the paranormal uses his scientific expertise to investigate mysterious occurrences. He remains steadfast in his conviction that ghosts only exist metaphorically within people's minds.

The series follows Ho Tin Kwong, a police officer who stumbles upon his late father's old cellphone during a stormy day. To his astonishment, after being struck by lightning, Tin Kwong realizes that the phone can communicate with his father from 20 years ago, before he passed away in a mysterious unsolved crime. With his father's assistance, they work together to revisit old cases and solve them across the 20-year gap in time.

In the Hong Kong Police Force, there exists a secretive unit referred to as the "7th Action Team" that focuses on probing paranormal incidents that defy scientific explanation. These cases are drawn from authentic urban myths originating in Hong Kong.

A collection of tales inspired by regional ghost stories and supernatural occurrences, each episode delves into a different urban legend reimagined by a variety of filmmakers and writers

The Imawano family relocates to a new home rumored to be haunted. Shortly after moving in, the grandfather, Fuchio, passes away, leaving behind his wife, daughter, son-in-law, and two grandchildren. That evening, Kiyoshi, the grandson, receives a message from Fuchio instructing him to meet at the room behind The Room Which Will Not Open at 2 AM. Upon arrival, Kiyoshi encounters his grandfather's spirit and learns about the family's psychic abilities to communicate with spirits. Fuchio reveals a looming catastrophe that only Kiyoshi can prevent. This show is both humorous and slightly eerie, with an endearing cast and a comedic tone similar to the Addams Family, but with a distinct Japanese twist.

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

"Horror Delivery Service" is a brief thriller. Occasionally, everyone experiences unsettling thoughts about what might occur in familiar environments—a family home, inside an elevator, during a commute from class, or by a tranquil river. In each self-contained episode, these thoughts are transformed into urban legends that disrupt the calm and routine of daily existence. (VIU)

A millennium-old feline demon joins forces with a PhD student to unravel the mystery of a historical family slaughter, journeying through time and confronting concealed threats throughout their adventure.

Domoto Tsuyoshi stars as Tenma, a character who has the gift of communicating with spirits but is hesitant to use it. Despite his reluctance, he is appointed as the president of a company specializing in exorcisms. Joining him on his supernatural missions are Kawaguchi Haruna and Minagawa Sarutoki. In the neighborhood, Serina portrays an elderly woman who constantly pursues Tenma, while Sato Jiro appears as Tenma's deceased father who communicates with him in his dreams.

Based on the manga "Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai" created by Araki Hirohiko.

Regarding the paranormal occurrences happening within the urban area.

Tse Chi Tong used to be the next in line to inherit a medicinal oil business that shut down over a decade ago. Presently, he is fully committed to his job as a postal worker, residing with his younger sibling Mei Ling and the faithful servant of his deceased father, Chan Tung. Tong's tranquil routine takes an unexpected turn when he encounters the ghost of a woman named Mak Chau Kuen, who shares her heartbreaking love story with him and implores him to fulfill a specific task. Determined to assist her, Tong joins forces with the spirited wealthy young lady Wong Yuk Cham on a mission to locate a missing letter from Kuen's lover, Miu Lin Sin, dating back 12 years.

In this 1970s supernatural thriller, Wang Jian, a police officer, stumbles upon the ghost of his neighbor, Huang Yinggu, who has been trapped in a braid inside the police station for over a decade. As Yinggu slowly unravels her tragic story to Jian, it is revealed that she was wrongly convicted of a crime she did not commit. Her nephew, Ye Jiasheng, was the true culprit who framed her to cover his tracks. Despite her efforts to break ties with Jiasheng's son, Ye Zuguang, who is involved in criminal activities, tragedy strikes again when Zuguang commits a heinous act and tries to pin it on Yinggu's daughter, Sun Minghua. With Jian now a police inspector, he works tirelessly to uncover the truth and bring justice to the innocent victims. However, Jiasheng, a cunning senior police inspector, uses deceitful tactics to protect his son, even resorting to framing innocent individuals and tampering with evidence. In a dramatic confrontation, Yinggu's ghost confronts Jiasheng, who remains unrepentant until his eventual demise from cancer. Justice ultimately prevails as new evidence surfaces, leading to Zuguang's confession and conviction. As the story unfolds, a subplot emerges involving Jian's wife, Baoyan, accepting bribes on his behalf, leading to her decision to come clean and face the consequences. The series concludes with Baoyan's release from prison and a heartwarming reunion with Jian and their family.

Michael Miu, portraying the character Ko Chung Ching, left his position as a police officer to establish a private detective agency following the disappearance of his son, Tsun Sing. This happened while Miu was investigating the "Rose Killer" case. His team consists of Power Chan as Man Kai Ching Super, Bernice Liu as Man Tai Po, and Vivien Yeo as Lam Yan Yan. Kenneth Ma plays a police officer who becomes involved in the "Rose Killer" investigation alongside Miu. Ching continues the search for his son, meeting Melissa Ng's character Lai Siu, who manages a group of part-time actors. Lai Siu discovers her connection to Sing's disappearance and agrees to assist in locating him out of feelings of guilt.

Ko Fung is the heir to a successful cosmetics company, where his girlfriend Lok Pui Pui serves as the brand ambassador. During a promotional event for their new makeup line, Pui Pui shocked everyone by appearing in a red traditional dress instead of the planned wedding gown, before suddenly collapsing. Rumors spread that she may have been targeted by the vengeful spirit of a deceased celebrity, known for inspiring copycat suicides. Si To San, a company employee, was later invited to dinner at Ko Fung's home by his father, who claimed to be close friends with Si To San's uncle. Tragically, Ko Fung's father was discovered dead in his study weeks later. With numerous suspects in the mix, it is now up to Ko Fung, Si To San, and Zhou Yee Tong to solve the mystery, unless one of them is the culprit themselves.

Broadcasted in tandem with the film, the series depicts a separate event that takes place both prior to and following the events of the movie. ~Derived from a book authored by Joji Iida.

Tatsumura Kei, the recipient of a significant inheritance, receives a letter revealing shocking news about his fiancée, who was soon to be married. The letter describes the fiancée as a malicious individual. Surprisingly, the sender of the letter is a mysterious woman clad in white robes, bearing a striking resemblance to Kei. (Fuji TV)

The plot revolves around the rivalry between a female offender and a policewoman. The narrative adheres to the prevailing theme of mystery and suspense dramas, with the discovery of a recording or video tape serving as a crucial clue to uncover the origins of the female criminal's misdeeds. Additionally, a romantic subplot between Lian Hai and Ning Jie intensifies the suspense of the storyline.

The depths of strangers' hearts hold mysteries that remain unknown to others. If one could glimpse their perspective, what revelations would unfold? Within the residents of Beijing, there exist worlds of ambition, deceit, yearning, distrust, terror, affection, and animosity. Each of the fifteen individuals inhabiting the city carries what appears to be a distinct tale, yet their lives may be intertwined in ways yet to be discovered.

Engineer Peng Sen's partner, Lin Qi, went missing unexpectedly

After a long period following the conclusion of the first season, tensions have escalated between the vampire family and the hunters. Rumors suggest that the battle-worn Situ family in the latest installment of "The Polar Night Story" crossed paths with a mysterious girl who could potentially change everything. Accompanying her was a biracial man who quickly became enamored. It appeared as though a complex game was unfolding between the hunters and vampires. In this fresh narrative, love is not the sole focus anymore. As new characters make their debut, the age-old conflict between vampires and hunters spanning thousands of years will slowly come to the forefront.

A collection of tales inspired by regional ghost stories and supernatural incidents