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Hello Monster(너를 기억해)

2015South Korea
BromanceCalm Male LeadCriminal Profiler Male LeadDramaEccentric Male LeadFemale Chases Male FirstHidden IdentityInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSlight RomanceSmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Brilliant profiler Lee Hyun returns to South Korea after a detail from a case ignites a long-buried memory. Unbeknownst to him, Detective Cha Ji An, a member of his team, has been secretly investigating his past. She knows that his father was killed and that his brother vanished under suspicious circumstances linked to a criminal named Lee Joon Young—whom they are both determined to locate and bring to justice. Each is trying to uncover the truth about the other, unaware that they are entangled in a perilous game orchestrated by a master manipulator, and that the reality of both truth and evil is far more complex and sinister than they anticipate.

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

2016China
BromanceCriminal Profiler Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationFriendshipKidnappingLGBTQ+Transgender Supporting Character

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Criminal Profiler Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% 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: Joker Yurusarezaru Sousakan similar to Hello Monster
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Joker Yurusarezaru Sousakan(ジョーカー 許されざる捜査)

2010Japan
BromanceDramaEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerAntihero Male LeadDetective Male LeadEpisodic FormatInterrogator Male LeadPolice Department Setting

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Detective Kazuyoshi Date works for the Kanagawa prefectural police force. By day, he is nicknamed "Buddha" due to his calm demeanor and dedication to solving cases. But at night, he becomes a ruthless punisher fueled by his anger towards criminals. The series delves into themes of justice and evil, questioning their true nature. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Kagi no Kakatta Heya similar to Hello Monster
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Kagi no Kakatta Heya(鍵のかかった部屋)

2012Japan
Calm Male LeadDramaEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysterySmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationEpisodic FormatLocked Room MysteryMurderSignature Move

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Calm Male Lead, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Enomoto Kei works for a prominent security company where he unravels the mysteries of locked rooms. Despite his calm and collected nature, he possesses a peculiar fascination with locks and keys. Instead of simply solving cases, his main focus is on deciphering the secrets hidden within sealed rooms. (

Recommendation: Evil Minds similar to Hello Monster
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Evil Minds(心理罪)

2015China
BromanceCriminal Profiler Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerDeathFlashback To PastMurderPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Slight HorrorWeb Series

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Criminal Profiler Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% 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: Kill It similar to Hello Monster
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Kill It(킬잇)

2019South Korea
Calm Male LeadDramaHidden IdentityInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSuspenseThrillerActionBadass Male LeadHidden PastMurderOrphan Male LeadSkilled Killer

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Calm Male Lead, Drama, Hidden Identity, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Will a former assassin turned vet and a detective manage to find commonality? Kim Soo Hyun is a veterinarian who also operates as a skilled assassin, receiving lucrative offers from various individuals and groups

Recommendation: Life on Mars similar to Hello Monster
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Life on Mars(라이프 온 마스)

2018South Korea
BromanceCalm Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller1980sActionComaComedyMurderPolice Procedural

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Calm Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

As the head of a crime investigation unit, Han Tae Joo has advanced his career by prioritizing data above all else. During the course of an inquiry into a series of murders, he experiences an accident. Upon regaining consciousness, he discovers that he has inexplicably traveled back to the winter of 1988. Uncertain of the reasons behind this shift, he finds himself assigned as a detective in a small-town police department. In an effort to return to his own time, Han Tae Joo sets out to crack the case. (TMDb) This series is a remake of the British television show "Life on Mars" [2006].

Recommendation: The Good Detective similar to Hello Monster
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The Good Detective(모범형사)

2020South Korea
BromanceDramaInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerActionCorruptionCrimeDetective Male LeadMurderWrongfully Accused

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Long Night similar to Hello Monster
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The Long Night(沉默的真相)

2020China
DramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationConspiracyCorruptionCrime Against MoralityWeb Series

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% 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)

Recommendation: Fallen Angel similar to Hello Monster
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Fallen Angel(フォールン・エンジェル)

2012Japan
BromanceDramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerBrothers' RelationshipFriendshipMiniseriesNice Male LeadSci-Fi

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Aiba Tsubasa possesses incredible mathematical abilities. He has two younger siblings: Riku, a kind-hearted university student, and Umi, who was born with a fragile heart and requires an organ transplant for survival. To save Umi, their mother Takako, a skilled surgeon, left Tsubasa and Riku at a young age and sought help from a mysterious medical research facility. This facility is a secretive organization that conducts unethical experiments on individuals with extraordinary abilities in order to create scientifically advanced humans. Over time, Umi undergoes a successful transplant surgery. However, the donor had exceptional memory skills, causing Umi to inherit their memories and personality traits. Tsubasa and Riku strive to protect their brother, who escapes from the facility to seek their assistance, but they are pursued by members of the organization.

Recommendation: BORDER similar to Hello Monster
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BORDER(BORDER 警視庁捜査一課殺人犯捜査第4係)

2014Japan
Calm Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerDetective Male LeadGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadMiniseriesSupernatural

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Calm Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Century Lao Che similar to Hello Monster
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Century Lao Che(百年老宅)

2009China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Be Irreconcilable similar to Hello Monster
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Be Irreconcilable(势不两立)

2014China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Two Women in the War similar to Hello Monster
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Two Women in the War(兩個女人的戰爭)

2016China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Double Characters similar to Hello Monster
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Double Characters(夜行人)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% 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: Summer Heat (2006) similar to Hello Monster
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Summer Heat (2006)(心慌、心郁、逐個捉)

2006Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% 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: Double Characters Season 2 similar to Hello Monster
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Double Characters Season 2(夜行人二)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Original Sin similar to Hello Monster
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Original Sin(原生之罪)

2018China
BromanceDramaInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSmart Male LeadThrillerChief Of Police Male LeadCrime Solving DuoFilmed AbroadLawyer Male LeadSlight ComedyTeamwork

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, Smart Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Following a stint in jail, a lawyer finds success in business while a police officer excels in solving cases. Despite being on opposite sides of the law, Chi Zhen and Lu Li are compelled to collaborate. Chi Zhen uses his intelligence and bravery to challenge the wealthy and influential, causing tension within the police force and gaining notoriety elsewhere. Meanwhile, Lu Li, a top graduate of the police academy, rises quickly through the ranks to become chief of police. Four years later, the paths of Chi Zhen and Lu Li intersect. Despite their initial differences, the former convict and police chief forge a trusting partnership.

Recommendation: Aozora no Tamago similar to Hello Monster
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Aozora no Tamago(青空の卵)

2012Japan
BromanceDramaInvestigationMysterySmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerCodependencyDependent Male LeadHikikomori Male LeadMiniseriesSchool BullyingTrauma

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Torii, a recluse known as a hikikomori, possesses a remarkable ability to make deductions based on minimal information. His acquaintance Sakaki, employed at an insurance firm, serves as Torii's key ally in overcoming his reclusive lifestyle. Together, they embark on solving various mysterious cases. Excerpted from the book series "Hikikomori Detective" by Sakaki Tsukasa.

Recommendation: Missing Noir M similar to Hello Monster
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Missing Noir M(실종느와르 M)

2015South Korea
Calm Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerChild Prodigy Male LeadDifficult AdulthoodInvoluntarily Missing PersonMurderRevengeSuicide

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Calm Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Gil Su Hyeon possesses exceptional intelligence. At just 10 years old, he enrolled at Harvard University, and following his graduation, he began his career with the FBI. A decade later, he chose to return to South Korea, where he now leads the Special Missing Persons Unit. This unit handles approximately 1% of unique missing cases that involve violent crimes. While his appearance is nearly flawless, he harbors a secret. Detective Oh Dae Yeong has recently joined the Special Missing Persons Unit. With two decades of experience as a detective, he is known for his meticulous adherence to the law and has earned a reputation as an expert in missing person investigations. (MUBI)

Recommendation: S.C.I similar to Hello Monster
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S.C.I(S.C.I.谜案集)

2018China
BromanceInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationCensored Adaptation Of Same-sex Original WorkChildhood Friends RelationshipCohabitationLove Hate RelationshipPsychology

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

The tale of a high-stakes battle between good and evil, where some individuals strive to combat the darkness while others welcome it with open arms

Recommendation: Stranger similar to Hello Monster
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Stranger(비밀의 숲)

2017South Korea
Calm Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerAlexithymiaCorruptionCrime Solving DuoLawMurderRational Male LeadSmart Female Lead

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Calm Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

As a child, Hwang Si Mok underwent surgery on his brain to manage his aggressive behavior, resulting in a complete absence of emotions

Recommendation: Watcher similar to Hello Monster
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Watcher(왓쳐)

2019South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerBadass Male LeadCorruptionDetective Male LeadNice Male LeadPoliticalSmart Female LeadTrauma

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

An inspector chooses to adopt the role of a vigilant guardian for the remainder of his life after being betrayed by a senior colleague he once trusted

Recommendation: Brave Wuju similar to Hello Monster
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Brave Wuju(勇者无惧)

2022China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAction

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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: A League of Nobleman similar to Hello Monster
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A League of Nobleman(君子盟)

2023China
BromanceDramaInvestigationMysterySmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadFriendshipHistoricalPoor Male LeadScholar Male Lead

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Zhang Ping, a destitute orphan from a rural area, relocates to Beijing with the intention of taking the civil service exam. However, he finds himself selling noodles on the streets instead. Despite his simple demeanor, Zhang Ping possesses a sharp mind and a knack for solving puzzles. On the other hand, Lan Jue, a refined government official with a mysterious background, is looking into a case. Their paths cross, and after some initial misunderstandings, Zhang Ping assists Lan Jue in solving the case, inadvertently discovering his hidden past. This marks the beginning of a unique partnership where the two men, despite their differences, join forces to unravel mysteries, such as uncovering the truth behind Lan Jue's father's death and exposing corruption in the royal court.

Recommendation: My Roommate Is a Detective similar to Hello Monster
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My Roommate Is a Detective(民国奇探)

2020China
BromanceEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSmart Male LeadThrillerChinese Republican EraComedyFriendshipHistoricalLove Hate RelationshipMurderSassy Female Lead

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, Smart Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Taking place during the mid-1920s, Qiao Chu Sheng, a police officer, assembles a unique group of detectives in order to apprehend a clever murderer

Recommendation: Into Thin Air similar to Hello Monster
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Into Thin Air(人間蒸發 / 人间蒸发)

2005Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerRomance

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Greed Mask similar to Hello Monster
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Greed Mask(謎情家族)

2006Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerRomance

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Love Exchange similar to Hello Monster
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Love Exchange(疑情別戀)

2008Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerInfidelity

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

A man and a woman were discovered deceased in a vehicle. Zita Sit Chi-Yiu (Anita Yuen) finds out that the man is her spouse, Dick Ling Ho-Leung (Eddie Kwan), and the woman is named Bonnie Fong Cheuk-Ling (Angela Tong). Devastated by her husband's passing, Zita is also saddened to learn about his extramarital affair. Unexpectedly, Mike Yiu Lap-Tin (Michael Miu), an old school friend of Dick's, appears and offers her support. Eventually, Zita learns that Mike, who is employed by a security company, is actually Bonnie's husband and not an acquaintance of Dick's at all.

Recommendation: My Dearly Sinful Mind similar to Hello Monster
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My Dearly Sinful Mind(心理追兇Mind Hunter)

2017Hong Kong
DramaEccentric Male LeadHidden IdentityInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerActionAntisocial Personality DisorderAutismDifficult AdulthoodNeurodevelopmental DisorderPolice Department SettingPsychologist Male Lead

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, Hidden Identity, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Following the tragic death of his girlfriend in a car accident, psychologist Chung Tai Yin dedicated five years to uncovering the truth behind the incident. His girlfriend had previously evaluated a schoolyard killer, concluding that he lacked any motive or violent tendencies. Throughout his investigation, Chung Tai Yin crosses paths with Tung Yat, a brilliant individual with Asperger syndrome, and his sister, Tung Yuet, with whom he shares a close bond. Tung Yat's social difficulties often create challenges for Tung Yuet, and in the past, led to the failure of a police officer's undercover operation. However, thanks to Chung Tai Yin's intervention, they eventually form a friendship and assist him in his quest to unveil the real culprit. Wong Hoi Ching, a key witness who had been unreachable for years, suddenly reemerges and pays a visit to the imprisoned murderer, sparking significant developments in the case.

Recommendation: The Quiz Show similar to Hello Monster
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The Quiz Show(ザ・クイズショウ)

2008Japan
Eccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerAmnesiaDeathGameRevenge

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The television series "The Quiz Show" showcases troubled individuals over twelve episodes, all connected by the mysterious dynamic between the unconventional Producer and enigmatic Host. Each episode begins with the Producer and Host in a dim psychiatric facility - the Producer appearing composed and resilient, while the Host appears frail and suffering from amnesia. This eerie introduction transitions into the surreal game show set of "The Quiz Show". Every week, a new participant arrives to compete on the show, unaware that a dark secret from their past will be examined throughout the game. Each contestant embodies one of the Seven Deadly Sins - pride, gluttony, wrath, greed, sloth, lust, and envy - concealing their true nature behind a sinful act they have committed. As the Host poses seven questions to the contestants, they are gradually compelled to disclose the details of their transgressions. Will they succumb to the pressure and deceive, or will the truth about their unforgivable deeds ultimately liberate them?

Recommendation: Hyoryu Net Cafe similar to Hello Monster
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Hyoryu Net Cafe(漂流ネットカフェ)

2009Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAdapted From A Manga

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

It all began at a cyber cafe. Toki Koichi, a soon-to-be father living a mundane life, encounters his first love Kaho from junior high school after a heated argument with his wife. A mysterious incident at the cafe causes a blackout and traps Koichi and Kaho inside overnight. When they emerge the next day, they discover a completely transformed world. Determined to uncover the reason behind their sudden transportation and return home, Koichi faces various challenges and mysteries as people start disappearing. Will they survive this crisis and unravel the secret of Koichi's past with Kaho?

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

2017Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerActionMilitarySci-FiTokusatsu

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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: Mikkoku wa Utau Season 2 similar to Hello Monster
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Mikkoku wa Utau Season 2(密告はうたう2)

2024Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The First Personnel Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department is a specialized team tasked with conducting inspections to uncover misconduct among the large workforce of over 40,000 personnel in the police department. Simply being under inspection can potentially ruin a police officer's career. Inspectors like Sara Masaki are known as the police within the police, carrying out their duties in solitude. After two years, Sara stumbles upon a conspiracy that will have far-reaching implications for the entire police organization.

Recommendation: Less Than Evil similar to Hello Monster
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Less Than Evil(나쁜 형사)

2018South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerCalm Female LeadFlashback To PastGaslightingMurderSmart Female LeadTraumaWrongfully Accused

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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: 365: Repeat the Year similar to Hello Monster
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365: Repeat the Year(365: 운명을 거스르는 1년)

2020South Korea
BromanceDramaInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSuspenseThrillerFantasyFateMurderNice Male LeadSmart Female LeadSupernaturalTime Travel

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative follows ten individuals who are given an opportunity to rewind their lives by one year. However, as their destinies become altered, unforeseen and enigmatic circumstances begin to unfold. Ji Hyung Joo, a detective in the violent crimes unit, previously served in the traffic police before earning a promotion for apprehending a wanted criminal. Seven years have passed since that pivotal moment, and he is a skilled professional who has mastered the art of unwinding. Initially excited about the prospect of reversing time to "reset" his life, he soon embarks on a quest for the truth after a troubling series of strange occurrences impacts the group he travels back in time with. (Soompi, MBC)

Recommendation: Beyond Evil similar to Hello Monster
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Beyond Evil(괴물)

2021South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerCorruptionDetermined Male LeadHidden PastMurderPsychological ManipulationSerial KillingsTrauma

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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.

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Bad and Crazy(배드 앤 크레이지)

2021South Korea
BromanceEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSuspenseThrillerActionAntihero Male LeadComedyCorruptionDomestic CrimePolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

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

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Voice Season 4: Judgment Hour(보이스4: 심판의 시간)

2021South Korea
Hidden IdentityInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerActionEnhanced HearingOrphan Male LeadPerfectionist Male LeadSmart Female LeadStalkingSupernatural

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Hidden Identity, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

A murderer with heightened sense of hearing, resembling Kang Gwon Ju, begins killing people by utilizing this ability. As a result, Kang Gwon Ju is pushed into a difficult situation and decides to collaborate with Detective Derek Jo in order to apprehend the serial killer. Derek Jo, a principled individual who does not tolerate errors, serves as a team leader within the LAPD (Los Angeles Police Department) specializing in combating criminal organizations. Meanwhile, Gwon Ju has been dealing with PTSD following the passing of Do Gang Wu, yet she continues to fulfill her responsibilities as the head of the emergency 112 call center.

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Schrodinger's Cat(薛丁格的貓)

2018Taiwan
InvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

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Life(라이프)

2018South Korea
Calm Male LeadDramaPsychologicalSlight RomanceSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerCharacter DevelopmentEmotionally Strong Female LeadMedicalNice Male LeadOrgan Transplantation Coordinator Supporting CharacterPower StruggleWorkplace Violence

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Calm Male Lead, Drama, Psychological, Slight Romance, Smart Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

This series explores the hospital as a fertile environment for the abuse of authority. It is a setting rife with competing interests and conflicting personalities. While physicians possess the ability to save lives, the board holds the power to end careers. In an establishment that claims to prioritize public health, it is often personal grudges that motivate individuals to rise each day. (JTBC)

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Black Ice(黑冰)

2001China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerCrime

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

In Haizhou, there have been numerous severe cases where suspects have been apprehended by Liu Mei, who serves as the general manager of Haizhou Building under Haizhou Pharmaceutical Group. Wang Jing Wen, an expert in public security aesthetics, joined the group company as a representative for Hong Kong investors to assist in the investigation. Dr. Guo Xiao Peng, the successful and well-known president of the group, quickly met with Wang Jing Wen, sparking a reaction from his longtime lover Liu Mei who had harbored hostility towards him.

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Lu Xiang Dai(录像带)

2006China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerRomance

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

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.

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The Smile Has Left Your Eyes(하늘에서 내리는 일억 개의 별)

2018South Korea
DramaEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSmart Male LeadThrillerCold Man-Warm WomanMelodramaMurderOrphan Male LeadRomanceTearjerkerViolence

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Smart Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

A television show focusing on the evolving relationship between the unpredictable and perilous Kim Moo Young, often referred to as a "monster

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Love Me If You Dare(他来了, 请闭眼)

2015China
BromanceCriminal Profiler Male LeadEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalThrillerNovel AdaptationFirst LoveMale Chases Female FirstMurderRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceSherlock And Watson

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Bromance, Criminal Profiler Male Lead, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Understanding the mindset of a dangerous criminal is a challenging task. However, Simon, a skilled criminal psychologist, possesses the unique ability to penetrate the thoughts of even the most enigmatic and violent offenders. Formerly a professor at The University of Maryland, Simon now serves as a consultant for the police department, specializing in their most severe and complex cases. Alongside his young assistant, Jenny Jian Yao, Simon delves into the intricate workings of the criminal psyche. With Jenny's background as the daughter of a seasoned police detective driven by a strong moral compass, will she be able to help Simon connect on a deeper emotional level as they collaborate to solve crimes?

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Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie(一双绣花鞋)

2003China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel Adaptation

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Prior to the liberation of Chongqing, Ye Da Long led a team from the PLA on secret missions in the area. Following the downfall of the national army, possessing the hidden spy list became crucial in controlling the underground network of Chongqing. Military special agent Ji Yu Tang has been feeling uneasy recently after discovering a pair of embroidered shoes in his boss Lin NanXuan's coffin during the funeral. Shen Chao took over as the head of public security after the liberation of the mountainous city of Chongqing.

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Inference Notes(推理笔记)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerDetective FictionFriendshipGenetic EngineeringGenius Male LeadYouth

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 32% similarity match.

In this thrilling tale, readers will follow the journey of Xiao Zao An, a young idol with a secret alter ego known as Ai Di Sheng, and the brilliant detective, Mi Ka Ka. Together, they navigate a string of revenge plots orchestrated by the mysterious organization known as Poker. Throughout their adventures, they uncover the truth behind Ai Di Sheng's hidden identity.

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Dreamland Program Bureau(梦境规划局)

2016China
InvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerBoss-Employee RelationshipSci-Fi

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

The boss known as "defector" Feng Wei, the tech enthusiast Mi Ye, the young psychologist Dr. Yimin, the fiery Cici, and the genius Gamma are all skilled craftsmen and dream planners. Feng Wei's fiancée, Photon, used to be a dream planner until an accident caused her to lose her self-awareness in a dream black hole. As Feng Wei investigates, the true culprit behind the scenes begins to emerge. This is all connected to experiments conducted by the mysterious organization known as "Garden." What secrets lie within the depths of the dream black hole?

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Love's Lies(真爱的谎言)

2018China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDrug TraffickingRomance

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

A narrative about an undercover agent infiltrating a dangerous drug organization in order to dismantle it. The life of Dou Dou, a regular office worker, is disrupted when she receives a package containing illegal drugs from her ex-fiancé Jin Yuan, who disappeared on their wedding day seven years ago. Instead of going to the authorities, Dou Dou decides to confront Jin Yuan herself. Detective Qiao Liang has been monitoring Jin Yuan due to suspicions of his involvement in various criminal activities, including drug distribution and money laundering. Dou Dou, still attached to her ex, tries to help him start a new life without realizing that he is actually an undercover police officer.

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Infernal Affairs Season 2(无间道2)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerActionCrime

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

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Danger of Her Season 2(危险的她2)

2024China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerFemale Centered PlotWeb Series

Like Hello Monster, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Qiao Wei is drawn into a perplexing drowning incident that forces her to confront a troubling past alongside Ou Ke Ni, Nicole, and He An Xin. Together, they unravel long-buried secrets with unwavering determination. The bond between the sisters is unbreakable as they face this challenge. Will "her power" resurface to restore peace and harmony, defeating the darkness that threatens their lives?