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Hero(ヒーロー)

2001Japan
Cheerful Male LeadComedyEccentric Male LeadHardworking Male LeadInvestigationLawMysteryOpposites AttractProsecutor Male LeadSlight RomanceSmart Male LeadWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Kohei Kuryu is a former troublemaker who leaves school early but later obtains a high school equivalency diploma. Upon passing the bar exams, Kuryu becomes a prosecutor known for his unique style and street-smart instincts. Maiko Amamiya, a sharp paralegal aiming to become a public prosecutor, works hard to impress her boss. When Kuryu, recognized for his exceptional work, joins Amamiya's team, he sees a chance for advancement. However, his unconventional methods cause a setback. Despite his reputation, Kuryu's dedication to justice starts to make a positive impact on those around him. This series is a mix of romance, humor, and heartfelt moments.

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Recommendation: Hero Season 2 similar to Hero
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Hero Season 2(ヒーロー 第2期)

2014Japan
InvestigationLawMysteryProsecutor Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 31% similarity match.

Kohei Kuryu serves as a prosecutor at the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's Josai branch. Setting himself apart from his colleagues, he approaches each new case by visiting the scene of the incident to observe firsthand. This distinctive approach has remained consistent throughout his 13-year career. Chika Asagi, an assistant officer at the prosecutor's office, is inspired by Kuryu's methods and experiences personal growth as a result.

Recommendation: MONSTERS similar to Hero
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MONSTERS(モンスターズ)

2012Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysterySmart Male LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadLocked Room MysteryMiniseries

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hiratsuka Heihachi is known for his boisterous and rude demeanor, yet he always wears a smile. He is an unconventional detective. In contrast, Saionji Kosuke comes from a wealthy background and is characterized by his strong sense of justice, innocence, and unwavering honesty. Saionji Kosuke is assigned to the prestigious #1 investigation team, a position he has always aspired to. However, his main responsibility is to keep an eye on Hiratsuka Heihachi. Despite being a solo act, Hiratsuka Heihachi consistently cracks his cases. His colleagues are intrigued by his methods, with some speculating that he possesses supernatural abilities. This is why Saionji is tasked with monitoring him. The secret to Hiratsuka's success lies in the fact that criminals fear him the most.

Recommendation: Keishicho Zero Gakari similar to Hero
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Keishicho Zero Gakari(警視庁ゼロ係)

2016Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationLawMysteryNovel AdaptationDetective Female LeadMiniseriesPolice Superintendent Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Superintendent Kobayakawa Fuyuhiko is an inexperienced career police officer with a limited ability to assess situations accurately. Following an incident, he was moved from the National Research Institute of Police Science at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to the newly established consultation office within the Community Safety Division of Suginami Chuo Police Precinct. This office is presented as a fresh approach to promptly address public feedback, but it actually serves as a repository for individuals who have caused trouble and been marginalized. Referred to as the "Zero Section" by precinct members, Kobayakawa's partner is the assertive and outspoken veteran detective Terada Torami. Despite their differences, the two, along with the unique members of the section, tackle challenging cases with determination.

Recommendation: Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 2 similar to Hero
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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 2(警視庁ゼロ係2警視庁ゼロ係~生活安全課なんでも相談室~SECOND SEASON)

2017Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationLawMysteryNovel AdaptationDetective Female LeadDetective FictionMiniseries

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

The consultation office at Suginami Chuo Police Precinct is a unit that deals with individuals who have been dismissed due to causing disturbances in various locations. No matter how you look at it, zero multiplied by any number remains zero. This means that individuals who are deemed useless will continue to be so regardless of their numbers. Referred to as the "Zero Section," they are responsible for handling miscellaneous tasks such as bothersome notifications, trivial complaints, claims, and troublesome disputes. Within this section, inexperienced Kobayakawa Fuyuhiko, a police officer with a background in the National Research Institute of Police Science but lacks situational awareness, partners with skilled veteran detective Terada Torami, who was transferred from the Criminal Affairs Division for his history of causing trouble. Despite their conflicting views, they work together to tackle various cases and responsibilities alongside their less competent colleagues.

Recommendation: Justice (2014) similar to Hero
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Justice (2014)(守望正义)

2014China
InvestigationLawMysteryProsecutor Male LeadProsecutor Female Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

The exclusive group photos of three different generations of prosecutors in the Republic, including Ren Ming Jiang, Li Da Kang, Xia Qing, and Lin Xi, emphasize the important role of modern prosecutors in carrying out legal oversight and upholding social fairness and justice with professionalism and responsibility. (Sohu TV)

Recommendation: Legal High similar to Hero
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Legal High(リーガル・ハイ)

2012Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationLawMysterySmart Male LeadBusinessCriminal Justice SystemDramaEpisodic FormatEx Comes BackLaw Firm SettingRivalrySatire

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Lawyer Komikado Kensuke is motivated by wealth, status, and the opposite sex, boasting an impeccable track record in the legal field

Recommendation: While You Were Sleeping similar to Hero
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While You Were Sleeping(당신이 잠든 사이에)

2017South Korea
Cheerful Male LeadComedyInvestigationLawMysterySmart Male LeadDramaEccentric Female LeadFirst LoveMurderNice Male LeadPrecognitionRomanceSupernatural

Like Hero, this drama also features Cheerful Male Lead, Comedy, Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Nam Hong Ju possesses the unique ability to predict future events and lives with her mother, who is a widow managing a small eatery

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

2020China
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSmart Male LeadBromanceChinese Republican EraFriendshipHistoricalLove Hate RelationshipMurderSassy Female LeadThriller

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 29% 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: Bengoshi no Kuzu similar to Hero
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Bengoshi no Kuzu(弁護士のくず)

2006Japan
ComedyInvestigationLawMysteryLawyer Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Toyokawa Etsushi and Ito Hideaki are making their debut together in a brand new legal drama. The series, titled "Bengoshi no Kuzu," is based on a work by Iura Hideo and is currently being serialized in Big Comic Original. The protagonist, Kuzu Motohito, also known as the "scum lawyer," will go to great lengths to secure a victory in court. He believes that lawyers do not necessarily serve justice, but rather aim to protect their clients. Despite his rough exterior and questionable morals, Kuzu follows his own motto of using the law to help rather than harm.

Recommendation: Legal High 2 similar to Hero
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Legal High 2(リーガルハイ)

2013Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationLawMysteryWorkplace SettingAttorney Female LeadAttorney Male LeadBusinessButler Supporting CharacterCourtroom SettingCriminal Justice SystemDramaLaw Firm Setting

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

Former prosecutor Hanyu Haruki transitions to become a defense attorney, founding his own law firm named "NEXUS". Unlike his colleague Komikado Kensuke, who values winning above all else, Hanyu seeks resolutions that satisfy both parties in court. He also grapples with unresolved personal feelings for his coworker Mayuzumi Machiko.

Recommendation: 99.9: Keiji Senmon Bengoshi similar to Hero
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99.9: Keiji Senmon Bengoshi(99.9-刑事専門弁護士-)

2016Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationLawMysteryCriminal Justice SystemLaw Firm SettingLawyer Male LeadMiniseriesSignature Move

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 28% similarity match.

Hiroto Miyama is a struggling attorney who specializes in handling criminal cases, despite facing financial difficulties. He is dedicated to seeking justice in the few cases where the truth may differ from Japan's high conviction rate of 99.9%. One day, Hiroto is recruited by Haruhiko Madarame, the renowned leader of Madarame Law Firm, one of the top four law firms in the country. Hiroto Miyama teams up with Atsuhiro Sada, a successful lawyer known for his expertise in civil cases and ability to generate significant profits for the firm. Unlike Atsuhiro, Hiroto has little interest in pursuing criminal cases due to their limited financial returns.

Recommendation: Word Twisters' Adventures similar to Hero
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Word Twisters' Adventures(鐵咀銀牙)

2007Hong Kong
ComedyInvestigationLawMysteryHistoricalRomance

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Due to a mysterious family curse, Chan Mung Kit, hailing from a family of lawyers, is compelled by his mother to engage in frivolous activities and dedicate himself to managing a brothel despite his exceptional abilities. Following a careless error, he becomes entangled in a legal conflict, leading to his acquaintance with the articulate Lap Lan Ching Ching, who was actually the cause of the legal dispute, despite Kit having known her previously, along with the adversary Fong Tong Gang from the government. Kit harbors a deep animosity towards Ching and Gang after being falsely accused.

Recommendation: Isan Sozoku Bengoshi Kakizaki Shinichi similar to Hero
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Isan Sozoku Bengoshi Kakizaki Shinichi(遺産相続弁護士 柿崎真一)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationLawMysteryFamilyLawyer Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kakizaki Shinichi is a lawyer who specializes in dealing with inheritance law. Struggling to pay off his debts, he eagerly involves himself in inheritance cases that offer potential financial gain. He is accompanied by his girlfriend Miki, who is both greedy and charming, his assistant Hana, who is even more avaricious but also humorous, and Kawarai, a loan shark with a kind heart and a fondness for firearms. Together, this unconventional group successfully resolves all cases through a combination of humor and compassion.

Recommendation: Keiji to Kenji - Shokatsu to Chiken no 24ji similar to Hero
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Keiji to Kenji - Shokatsu to Chiken no 24ji(ケイジとケンジ 所轄と地検の24時)

2020Japan
InvestigationLawMysteryProsecutor Male LeadDetective Male LeadMiniseries

Like Hero, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 27% similarity match.

Nakaido Gota works as an investigator at the police department in Kanagawa Prefecture, while Majima Shuhei serves as a prosecutor at the Yokohama District Prosecutors' Office. Gota is dedicated to apprehending criminals and seeks recognition from the victims, whereas Shuhei prioritizes obtaining convictions for offenders in the name of social justice. Despite their differing approaches, both men are committed and passionate about their work, collaborating on a variety of cases to bring about justice.

Recommendation: Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 5 similar to Hero
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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 5(警視庁ゼロ係SEASON5)

2021Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysteryNovel AdaptationMiniseries

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kekkon Dekinai ni wa Wake ga Aru similar to Hero
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Kekkon Dekinai ni wa Wake ga Aru(結婚できないにはワケがある。)

2021Japan
ComedyHardworking Male LeadSmart Male LeadWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaHeight DifferenceLove TriangleMiniseriesMother-Daughter RelationshipRomance

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Hardworking Male Lead, Smart Male Lead, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 26% similarity match.

Mariko Goto, aged 29, has a goal of getting married to her ideal partner before turning 30. She meets her perfect match in Mitsuo Tomizawa, a section chief at their shared workplace. Mitsuo is intelligent, attractive, and tall, excelling in his job. Despite appearing flawless, he harbors a secret love for his doll, Michuko.

Recommendation: Mosaic Japan similar to Hero
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Mosaic Japan(モザイク ジャパン)

2014Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadSlight RomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingEroticExtreme Sexual ContentMatureMiniseriesNuditySex Industry

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Slight Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 26% similarity match.

Having been laid off from his position at a securities firm in Tokyo, Tsunezue Riichi decides to return to his hometown to seek employment. He is able to secure a job at GALAXYZ, a company that comes highly recommended by his parents. GALAXYZ is a recently established company led by young entrepreneur Kui Yoshiaki. However, Riichi soon discovers that the company is involved in producing adult videos. Even the office ladies at GALAXYZ are aspiring adult film actresses. The entire company revolves around the adult video industry, with filming even taking place within the office. Despite this, Riichi becomes intrigued by a charming young woman named Momoko, who also dreams of becoming an adult video actress.

Recommendation: The Sniffer - Kyuukaku Sousakan similar to Hero
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The Sniffer - Kyuukaku Sousakan(スニッファー 嗅覚捜査官)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSmart Male LeadConsultant Male LeadCrime Solving DuoDetective Male LeadForensic ScienceMiniseriesPolice Procedural

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 26% similarity match.

I have an exceptional sense of smell that never fails me. Hanaoka Shinichiro, also known as "The Sniffer," is a consultant specializing in solving significant criminal cases. With his extraordinary olfactory abilities, Hanaoka can unravel mysteries once he catches a scent. Teamed up with the empathetic detective Komukai Tatsuro, he tackles challenging and unusual cases. (

Recommendation: The Chosen Ones similar to Hero
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The Chosen Ones(诡使神差)

2019China
ComedyInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceFantasyGrim Reaper Male LeadUnderworld

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Mystery, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

A tale featuring elements of fantasy centers around the deity of death, the specter guardian, and the arbiter. Through their efforts to prevent untimely demises, three specter guardians come to appreciate the importance of life. Xiao Yi, Wu Xin, and Yin Zheng Feng are three individuals whose names were mistakenly recorded in the ledger of death. Consequently, they are recruited to serve as specter guardians and assigned the duty of assisting the deity of death. Once they rectify the errors in the system and rescue those who have been wrongly marked for death, they will have the opportunity for a new beginning.

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Officer Geomancer(牛頭愛搭馬嘴)

2014Hong Kong
ComedyInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceDramaPolice Department SettingSupernatural

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Mystery, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Kwok Hei Sin is no ordinary police officer. He specializes in geomancy, using his expertise to crack mysterious cases when needed. His informant, Leung Sing Kau, has connections to individuals involved in both legal and illegal activities. His eccentric personality often surprises his superior, Che Gwai Fei, a criminal psychologist who relies on reason to analyze situations. Despite their differences, they develop a silent understanding through their collaboration. Outside of work, Che Gwai Fei is mainly concerned with her younger siblings' marriages, Che Gwai Yan and Che Gwai Gwan. When Che Gwai Yan finds herself in a love triangle involving Leung Sing Kau and Tit Neong Zi, Che Gwai Fei struggles to control her emotions. Fortunately, Kwok Hei Sin is there to support her. Meanwhile, a series of missing persons cases emerge, triggering memories from Kwok Hei Sin's hidden past.

Recommendation: Kenji Onijima Heihachiro similar to Hero
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Kenji Onijima Heihachiro(検事・鬼島平八郎)

2010Japan
InvestigationLawMysteryProsecutor Male LeadAdapted From A MangaMiniseriesPolitical

Like Hero, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

At 44 years old, Heihachiro Onijima embarked on a career as a prosecutor while taking on the sole responsibility of caring for his two nephews, who were orphaned following his sister's tragic death

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99.9: Keiji Senmon Bengoshi Season 2(99.9-刑事専門弁護士-Season II)

2018Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationLawMysteryCriminal Justice SystemJudge Supporting CharacterLaw Firm SettingLawyer Male LeadLawyer Supporting CharacterMiniseriesSignature Move

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

Miyama Hiroto, a youthful attorney dedicated to advocating for the innocent in a nation with a high conviction rate, is employed at Madarame Law Firm. Within the firm, Hiroto collaborates with Sada Atsuhiro to investigate facts in cases brought forth by their clients. The team at Madarame Law Firm is further strengthened by the addition of former Judge Ozaki Maiko.

Recommendation: Heaven? similar to Hero
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Heaven?(Heaven?~ご苦楽レストラン~)

2019Japan
ComedyInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaBusinessCharacter DevelopmentChef Supporting CharacterFoodLifeRestaurant

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Iga Kan is employed at a family-owned restaurant, known for his sincerity but inflexibility. Despite his inability to fake smiles for customers, one particular woman, Kurosu Kanako, sees potential in him. Kanako, a mysterious figure, shares her plans to open a French restaurant in an unconventional location - a cemetery. The new staff, including former apprentice hairdresser Kawai Taichi, ex-rice & beef bowl restaurant manager Tsutsumi Keitaro, failed chef Ozawa Yukio, and retired bank executive turned sommelier Yamagata Shigeomi, seem mismatched for the upscale establishment. What is Kanako's motive for assembling this eclectic team? And will the French restaurant ultimately open its doors?

Recommendation: Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 4 similar to Hero
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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 4(警視庁ゼロ係〜生活安全課なんでも相談室〜SEASON4)

2019Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysteryNovel AdaptationMiniseriesPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Gekikaradou similar to Hero
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Gekikaradou(ゲキカラドウ)

2021Japan
Cheerful Male LeadComedyHardworking Male LeadSlight RomanceWorkplace SettingCharacter DevelopmentCheerleadingFluffyFoodLife LessonNice Male LeadStrong Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Cheerful Male Lead, Comedy, Hardworking Male Lead, Slight Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Sarukawa Kenta, a marketer working for a medium-sized beverage company in Osaka, is relocated to the Tokyo office for a promising position. However, upon arriving at the new location, he is tasked with handling all challenging clients, and his coworkers are not eager to befriend him. Inspired by his new supervisor Tanioka Kazuhiko, who has a passion for extremely spicy cuisine, Sarukawa also decides to explore the world of spicy cooking.

Recommendation: Tantei☆Hoshikamo similar to Hero
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Tantei☆Hoshikamo(探偵☆星鴨)

2021Japan
ComedyHardworking Male LeadInvestigationMysteryInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesStalking

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Hardworking Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

Hoshikamo had always dreamed of being a private investigator, and he currently operates as one. He struggles with connecting with women. In the past, he was employed at a large detective agency, but now he manages his own detective firm located in his grandmother's recycling store. Working alongside his assistant Tsugumi Karato, Hoshikamo tackles a variety of cases. Their first encounter was when Tsugumi Karato sought his help with a stalker issue.

Recommendation: Ms. Perfect similar to Hero
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Ms. Perfect(완벽한 아내)

2017South Korea
ComedyInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceInfidelityNaive Male LeadWeak Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Mystery, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Shim Jae Bok has consistently thought of herself as someone who embraces life to the fullest. However, troubles often come in waves. Her cherished husband betrays her trust, and to add insult to injury, her supporter turns against her. As the walls seem to close in, she refuses to be the kind of person who surrenders. Let’s discover how she confronts the difficult truths of her existence! (KBS World)

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My Lawyer, Mr. Jo 2: Crime and Punishment(동네 변호사 조들호2 : 죄와벌)

2019South Korea
ComedyInvestigationLawMysteryAdapted From A WebtoonDramaLawyer Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative of Deul Ho unfolds, centering on a former prosecutor who has transitioned into a lawyer but is now jobless. Following a legal dispute, his license is temporarily suspended, prompting him to step away from the legal field in search of tranquility. Little does he know, peace will be elusive. This tale is inspired by the webtoon “Dongnebyunhosa Jodeulho / 동네변호사 조들호” created by Hatchling. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: Poseidon similar to Hero
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Poseidon(포세이돈)

2011South Korea
InvestigationMysterySlight RomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingActionCoastguard Male LeadCohabitationDifficult AdulthoodDramaMilitaryTeamwork

Like Hero, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

This drama revolves around the lives of the coast guard’s rescue personnel. It highlights the unique responsibilities of Korean Coast Guard officers, including rescue operations, addressing terrorism threats, and executing various special missions, while also exploring their personal challenges in love and life. The title is derived from the Poseidon Team, a specialized unit within the Marines. Centered on the profound connections between individuals, the narrative poignantly illustrates the importance of life and showcases the journeys of characters as they navigate and triumph over life's obstacles through their selfless dedication.

Recommendation: Hyena similar to Hero
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Hyena(ハイエナ)

2023Japan
ComedyInvestigationLawMysterySmart Male LeadAge GapLawyer Female LeadLawyer Male LeadLove Hate RelationshipMiniseriesRomanceStrong Female Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yuki Rinko is a determined attorney who is known for her relentless pursuit of victory. Despite her modest upbringing, she possesses the tenacity of a hyena and will do whatever it takes to secure a win in court. On the other hand, Ichijo Rei is a top-tier lawyer employed by Japan's largest law firm, hailing from a long line of legal professionals. These two individuals, with contrasting backgrounds and approaches, find themselves in fierce competition within the ruthless legal industry. As their professional rivalry intensifies, a bond begins to form between them.

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Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen(赤かぶ検事京都篇)

2010Japan
InvestigationLawMysteryProsecutor Male LeadNovel AdaptationDetective Supporting CharacterMiniseries

Like Hero, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Following years of dedicated work as an assistant prosecutor, Hiiragi Shigeru has recently earned a promotion to public prosecutor. Referred to as "The Red Turnip Prosecutor" for his fondness of pickled turnip and his talent for injecting humor into the typically serious courtroom environment, Hiiragi brings a unique perspective to the legal profession with his emphasis on compassion alongside his extensive legal expertise and experience, much to the dismay of high-profile defense attorneys. Against the backdrop of Kyoto's rich tradition and history, this legal mystery offers a distinctive twist.

Recommendation: Kaette Kita Jikou Keisatsu similar to Hero
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Kaette Kita Jikou Keisatsu(帰ってきた時効警察)

2007Japan
ComedyInvestigationMysterySmart Male LeadWorkplace SettingDeathDetective Male LeadDramaEccentric Female LeadEpisodic FormatMiniseriesPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Female Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Mystery, Smart Male Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

After a year has gone by, Kiriyama continues to be employed at the identical police precinct, maintaining his fascination with unresolved cases that are within the legal time limit

Recommendation: Suits similar to Hero
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Suits(スーツ)

2018Japan
ComedyLawSmart Male LeadWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessCriminal Justice SystemDramaFake IdentityLaw Firm SettingLawyer Male LeadMnemonist Male LeadWrongfully Accused

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Law, Smart Male Lead, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Shogo Kai, a talented yet conceited attorney who is solely focused on achieving victory, is in the running for a senior partner position at a prestigious Japanese law firm

Recommendation: Jikou Keisatsu similar to Hero
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Jikou Keisatsu(時効警察)

2006Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysteryWorkplace SettingCold CaseDetective Male LeadDramaEpisodic FormatHobbiesMurderPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Female Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kiriyama Shuichiro is employed as an information management officer at the regional police headquarters. Due to his keen powers of observation and fascination with cold cases that have exceeded the statute of limitations, he conducts unauthorized investigations solely to "confirm" the identity of the perpetrator. Notable traits of his character include his distinctive dark green glasses, always carrying 20,000 yen in his wallet, and his preference for udon and nyuumen.

Recommendation: Mr. Brain similar to Hero
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Mr. Brain(ミスター・ブレイン)

2009Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysterySmart Male LeadDeathMiniseriesMurderNeuroscientist Male LeadPolice Department SettingPolice ProceduralPsychologicalTeamwork

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Ryusuke Tsukumo is an unconventional yet intelligent neuroscientist employed by the National Research Institute of Police Science. With his unique perspective and understanding of psychology, Tsukumo takes on the country's most perplexing crimes and scandals, facing off against the most cunning and devious criminal masterminds. However, his idiosyncrasies and lack of social tact can sometimes exacerbate situations and relationships, adding further complexity. Join Ryusuke Tsukumo as he uncovers astonishing truths in a fresh and thrilling drama genre that blends the fascination of brain science with a mysterious whodunit element, Mr. Brain! (TBS)

Recommendation: Just Too Bored similar to Hero
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Just Too Bored(단지 너무 지루해서)

2018South Korea
ComedyInvestigationMysteryWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessNice Male LeadOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceShort Length SeriesShy Female LeadWeb Series

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Mystery, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

A web series showcasing a romantic relationship in the workplace, filled with intrigue, hidden truths, and interns attempting to find their way through their professional lives.

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One Dollar Lawyer(천원짜리 변호사)

2022South Korea
ComedyEccentric Male LeadLawMysteryWorkplace SettingCo-workers' RelationshipDramaFlashback To PastFormer Prosecutor Male LeadLawyer Male LeadLawyer Supporting CharacterProsecutor Supporting CharacterTime Skip

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Law, Mystery, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Cheon Ji Hun is a lawyer known for his unique style, including a fashionable perm. Despite his exceptional skills, his fee is only 1,000 won. He often goes up against high-priced lawyers and their wealthy clients who try to break the law. Baek Ma Ri has been working as a Prosecutor's Assistant since completing her studies at the Judicial Research and Training Institute. Confident and self-assured, she also practices law at her grandfather's prestigious Baek Law Firm. Ma Ri's life takes a turn when she crosses paths with Cheon Ji Hun.

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Queen of Divorce(끝내주는 해결사)

2024South Korea
ComedyInvestigationLawMysteryWorkplace SettingActionBadass Female LeadBetrayed By A Significant OtherDivorced Female LeadDramaRomanceSlight SuspenseTeamwork

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Formerly married into a prestigious law firm in South Korea, Kim Sa Ra was deceived by her husband and left with nothing

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Prosecution Elite(公诉)

2023China
InvestigationLawMysteryProsecutor Male LeadBased On A True StoryDramaProsecutor Female LeadProsecutor Supporting Character

Like Hero, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

An Ni, a standout student at a prestigious law school, has caught the eye of some of the nation's top legal organizations. Upon joining the Procuratorate, China's leading public prosecution agency, she is placed in a new department. The department heads believe that her fresh perspective as a newcomer will bring innovative ideas to the team. An Ni partners with police captain He Lu Yuan, who is perceived as distant, strict, and harsh by those who do not know him well. Together, they tackle intricate cybercrimes involving international criminal groups. As they work to bring these offenders to justice, they uncover clues pointing to a mysterious figure known as "Old A" orchestrating the crimes behind the scenes. This storyline is inspired by actual cases handled by the Chinese Supreme People's Procuratorate. (Viki)

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TRICK Season 2(TRICK2)

2002Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMagician Female LeadSmart Female LeadSuspenseThriller

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Trick 2 continues to explore the peculiar bond between Yamada Naoko, a talented but jobless magician, and Ueda Jiro, a physics instructor who is skeptical of the supernatural. Through each narrative, we are introduced to these amusing personalities, as well as Police Officer Yabe and Naoko's mother.

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 3(警視庁ゼロ係 ~生活安全課なんでも相談室~ THIRD SEASON)

2018Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysteryNovel AdaptationMiniseriesPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

The "Everything Else" department at Suginami Chuo Police Precinct deals with individuals who have been dismissed due to causing issues in different locations. Referred to as the "Zero Division," they handle various tasks such as minor notifications, complaints, claims, and disputes. In this section, inexperienced Kobayakawa Fuyuhiko, a former police officer from the National Research Institute of Police Science, partners with skilled detective Terada Torami, who was transferred from the Criminal Affairs Division for his troublesome behavior. Despite their differences, they work together with their colleagues on a variety of cases and responsibilities.

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Seigi no Tenbin Season 2(正義の天秤 season2)

2023Japan
InvestigationLawMysterySmart Male LeadNovel AdaptationDramaLawyer Male LeadMiniseries

Like Hero, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Taking place three months after the conclusion of the initial season of "Justice in a Balance," the story unfolds following the mysterious disappearance of Takano Kazuya from the Shidanzaka Law Office. Despite Saeki Mei's attempts to reach out to Takano Kazuya, he remains elusive. During this period, the lawyers in room 1 are confronted with challenging cases, such as Kiryu Miyuki's pursuit of a retrial for a case in which she previously served as the judge and delivered a guilty verdict.

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Blue Shield(国家底线)

2016China
InvestigationLawMystery

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People's Prosecutor(人民检察官)

2016China
InvestigationLawMystery

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Joshidaisei Kaikeishi no Jikenbo(女子大生会計士の事件簿)

2008Japan
ComedyInvestigationMystery

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Destination Nowhere()

2017Hong Kong
ComedyInvestigationMystery

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CID officer Man Kiu Pak, a small man who stumbled into success, is promoted to inspector for his heroic actions. Meanwhile, reporter Gai Wing Yin, who appears to have a perfect life, is struggling financially and caught between her daughter and second husband. The honest but naive thief Cheung Hak finds himself resorting to desperate measures to make a living, including a botched kidnapping with his partners Lau Chau and Kwan Kai. Their kidnapping target turns the tables on them and forces them to kidnap her mother instead. As they try to cover up their mistakes, more errors ensue, leading to a web of suspicion and misunderstanding. The absurdity of real life unfolds in a suspenseful and darkly humorous plot that keeps viewers hooked.

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Nothing Special Force(雜警奇兵)

2017Hong Kong
ComedyInvestigationMystery

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The ME unit is known for handling a variety of cases that fall under the category of "miscellaneous". These include matters such as nuisance complaints, liquor license issues, non-criminal deaths, and other miscellaneous cases. Inspector Ben Wong, who works in the ME unit, prefers the slower pace of life. His interactions with the impatient and pregnant Mandy Wong lead to conflicts. Another member of the unit, former undercover agent C Kwan, has been coasting along for years. Will his reunion with his first love Jacqueline Wong reignite his passion for his work? As the ME unit deals with strange and unusual cases, there is a mix of laughter and tears.

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Detective Chinatown(唐人街探案)

2020China
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMysterySmart Male LeadActionBetrayalBuddhismDeathHyperosmiaMurderSmart Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

Unusual incidents cause disruption in Thailand as the title of the world's top detective changes hands. Lin Mo, a pupil of the leading detective in Chinatown, and Yetian Hao Er, the sibling of Yetian Hao, become involved in distinct puzzles related to the widow Ivy and singer A Wen. Lin Mo delves into the Four-Faced Buddha and Name of the Rose cases in both Bangkok and Kaoshiung. Meanwhile, Yetian Hao Er takes on the Ghost's Invitation case with teammates Lu Jing Jing and newcomer Sa Sha, traveling from Bangkok to Tokyo.

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The Lady in Butcher's House(玉面桃花总相逢)

2022China
ComedyInvestigationMysteryOpposites AttractSmart Male LeadArranged MarriageHistoricalHot-tempered Female LeadMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadPolitical CorruptionRighteous Male LeadRomanceScholar Male Lead

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Mystery, Opposites Attract, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

Even though Xu Qing Jia lost his parents when he was young, he worked hard and excelled academically. He eventually married Hu Jiao, the daughter of a butcher. Hu Jiao, despite being illiterate, had a cheerful and organized personality. Xu Qing Jia dedicated himself to public service and initiated reforms as a local official. Their journey takes place during the Northern Song Dynasty, where they unite in love, marriage, and fighting against corruption to help the community.

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Be with You (2023)(我有一个朋友)

2023China
ComedyInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSmart Male LeadAdventureConspiracyDramaFriendshipHidden IdentityMartial ArtsRevengeTeamworkWuxia

Like Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

According to legend, Mu Yun City is rumored to be home to various Jiang Hu factions. Meng San Xi, a skilled martial artist, is looking into the murder of a friend believed to be linked to an assassin group operating in the city. In Mu Yun City, Meng San Xi teams up with three others who are also seeking answers. In order to fund their investigation, the group decides to open a convenience store as a means of making a living.