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Home for Summer(여름아 부탁해)

2019South Korea
Betrayed By A Significant OtherDramaEccentric Male LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipInfidelityMean In-LawMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipRomance

Geum Hee has spent a decade married to Joon Ho, standing by him as he pursued his goal of becoming a successful plastic surgeon

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Recommendation: Rich Family's Son similar to Home for Summer
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Rich Family's Son(부잣집 아들)

2018South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipMelodramaRomanceAge GapArranged MarriageBusiness IndustryMultiple CouplesOlder Woman-Younger ManRiches To RagsSismance

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Emotionally Strong Male Lead, Father-Daughter Relationship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Lee Gwang Jae is a wealthy young man who finds himself burdened with a significant amount of debt and faces challenges in repaying it to preserve his father's honor. Alongside him is Kim Young Ha, a fearless girl who wholeheartedly stands by his side. This television series demonstrates that life is worthwhile as long as one possesses bravery and genuine love, following the journey of a spoiled rich kid and a naive girl as they work their way up from humble beginnings. (MBC)

Recommendation: City and Country Life similar to Home for Summer
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City and Country Life(满仓进城)

2014China
DramaFather-Son RelationshipMean In-LawRomanceLife

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Father-Son Relationship, Mean In-Law, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

An educated young woman named Jingmei from the provincial capital found herself pregnant out of wedlock after joining the queue in Dalishu Village, located in northern Shaanxi. Feeling overwhelmed, she attempted to take her own life by jumping into the river, but was rescued by a man named Mancang. The father of her child, Qiu Jianming, was nowhere to be found. Despite facing difficulties, Mancang stepped up and decided to marry Jingmei, taking on the responsibility of caring for her mother and child. In order to fulfill Jingmei's dream of attending university, Mancang chose to live in the countryside with his own children, even though they were not related. CN Drama Channel

Recommendation: Secret Love Affair similar to Home for Summer
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Secret Love Affair(밀회)

2014South Korea
Betrayed By A Significant OtherDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInfidelityMelodramaRomanceBusiness IndustryMusicOlder Woman-Younger ManPoor Male LeadRich Woman-Poor ManSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent-Teacher Relationship

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Betrayed By A Significant Other, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Sun Jae, a twenty-year-old piano virtuoso who earns a living as a delivery worker due to his modest upbringing, unexpectedly discovers a concert hall one day. While playing the piano there, he attracts the interest of Hye Won, a prestigious art director who is married to a piano professor. Acknowledging his innate ability, she arranges for him to receive instruction from her husband, aiming to nurture him into a rising musical star. Having grown up in poverty and lacking formal training, Sun Jae is deeply moved by Hye Won's encouragement, which becomes a crucial support for him. As their relationship evolves, he reveals his feelings for her. Hye Won, captivated by his charm and enthusiasm, struggles with her emotions, caught between safeguarding her established career and exploring this passionate romance.

Recommendation: Boku no Ita Jikan similar to Home for Summer
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Boku no Ita Jikan(僕のいた時間)

2014Japan
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFather-Son RelationshipMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceDisabilityIllnessLifeNeurological DisorderNice Male LeadSmart Male LeadTearjerkerTerminal Illness

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Father-Son Relationship, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Sawada Takuto, a typical college student, discovers he has been diagnosed with A.L.S. (Lou Gehrig's disease) and has limited time left. Rather than succumbing to sadness, Takuto chooses to embrace life to the fullest.

Recommendation: Memory similar to Home for Summer
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Memory(기억)

2016South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFather-Son RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipRomanceAbsent ParentAlzheimer's DiseaseBromanceLawLaw Firm SettingLifeTeamworkViolence Against Children

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Emotionally Strong Male Lead, Father-Son Relationship, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Park Tae Suk is an attorney who discovers he has Alzheimer's disease and risks everything to take on one final case. The drama illustrates his determined struggle to safeguard the invaluable aspects of life and familial love, even as his memories begin to deteriorate.

Recommendation: Nice Witch similar to Home for Summer
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Nice Witch(착한마녀전)

2018South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadMean In-LawMelodramaRomanceComedyDouble IdentityFlight Attendant Female LeadIdentical Twin Female LeadIdentity SwapInchoate CrimeInnocent Female LeadPilot Male Lead

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Emotionally Strong Male Lead, Mean In-Law, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

A kind-hearted housewife, too generous for her own benefit, is wed to a husband who is out of work. She decides to exchange lives with her self-centered, strong-willed twin sister, who is employed as a flight attendant. Despite their identical appearances, their personalities couldn't be more different. While on the aircraft, she encounters the pilot, a bachelor who practices abstinence, and their adventure begins. (SBS International)

Recommendation: Goodbye to Goodbye similar to Home for Summer
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Goodbye to Goodbye(이별이 떠났다)

2018South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInfidelityMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceWeb Novel AdaptationChildhood Friends RelationshipDepressionLifeMotherhoodSismanceSmart Female LeadUnexpected Pregnancy

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Infidelity, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Yeong Hui is a woman who has parted ways with her husband, Sang Jin, due to his infidelity. One day, Jeong Hyo, who is pregnant and facing pressure from her boyfriend to terminate the pregnancy, moves in with Yeong Hui, her boyfriend's mother. Despite their frequent arguments, they gradually begin to comprehend each other better.

Recommendation: When My Love Blooms similar to Home for Summer
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When My Love Blooms(화양연화)

2020South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFather-Son RelationshipMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipRomanceBusiness IndustryFemale Chases Male FirstFirst LoveFlashback To PastLifeRich Man-Poor WomanStudent Female LeadStudent Male Lead

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Father-Son Relationship, Melodrama, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Two decades ago, Yoon Ji Soo and Han Jae Hyun experienced a profound romance during their university years. Ji Soo, a first-year student at a music college, unexpectedly caught the attention of Jae Hyun, a determined and popular law student. Their initial romance was a captivating whirlwind, but, like many youthful infatuations, it eventually diminished. Now in their forties, Ji Soo is a single mother striving to make a living, while Jae Hyun has become a prosperous businessman driven by ambition and status. He is quite different from the passionate young man Ji Soo once knew. However, destiny brings them back together, and Ji Soo recognizes him immediately. With a renewed opportunity for love, they must navigate the considerable gap of years and life experiences that lie between them. Will they be able to reignite a spark that once burned so fiercely?

Recommendation: It's My Life similar to Home for Summer
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It's My Life(비켜라 운명아)

2018South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadMean In-LawMelodramaRomanceBusinessCheerful Female LeadChildhood Friends RelationshipCompetent Female LeadFashion Designer Female LeadManipulative ParentSelfish ParentSupportive In-Law

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Emotionally Strong Male Lead, Mean In-Law, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Yang Nam Jin is a regular guy hailing from a small fishing village. He operates an employment agency and consistently volunteers to support his community. Raised by a single mother, he later discovers that he comes from a wealthy background. Nam Jin is actually the grandson of the chairman and a potential successor in a fashion empire. Determined to rise to the top, he prepares to vie against his grandfather's other grandson, Choi Shi Woo. However, their rivalry extends beyond just the company. Enter Han Seung Joo, a determined woman aspiring to establish her own reputation as a fashion designer. Alongside Jin Ah, Nam Jin’s first love who is fiercely ambitious, they find themselves in a complex love square. Will their journey lead to happiness and romance? (OnDrmandKorea)

Recommendation: Cuo Hun Yin Yuan similar to Home for Summer
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Cuo Hun Yin Yuan(錯婚姻緣)

2025China
DramaFather-Son RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipRomanceArranged MarriageFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesTime SkipWeb Series

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Father-Son Relationship, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Jiang Zi Qi, the daughter of the Jiang family, was compelled to wed the mama's boy Wang Da Zhu; while Lin Chuan Feng, the heir of the Lin family, was obligated to marry the wealthy and difficult Zhang Hua Hua for the benefit of the family. On their wedding day, the two couples accidentally swapped brides and even entered the incorrect bridal chambers, leading to a chain of comical mishaps.

Recommendation: When We Are Together similar to Home for Summer
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When We Are Together(遇见幸福)

2019China
DramaFather-Daughter RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceChildhood Friends RelationshipControlling ParentFlight Attendant Female LeadGrandpa-Granddaughter RelationshipPilot Male LeadSingle MotherTaxi Driver Female Lead

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Father-Daughter Relationship, Father-Son Relationship, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

A tale that explores the love, friendships, and family bonds of three long-time pals. Zhen Kai Fang, Xiao Qing, and Ouyang Yan Yan were all born in 1978 and have been close since childhood due to their fathers' friendship. However, as time passed, their relationship evolved. More than three decades later, their reunion felt awkward at first, but with the arrival of their fathers, the trio began to reconnect. Zhen Kai Fang, now a single mother without a job and a divorcee, faces her own challenges. Xiao Qing navigates the complexities of her daughter starting university. Ouyang Yan Yan, who seemed to have everything figured out, shocks his family by quitting his job. Despite their adult struggles, they find solace in each other and regain hope for the future.

Recommendation: A Wife’s Credentials similar to Home for Summer
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A Wife’s Credentials(아내의 자격)

2012South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipRomanceDysfunctional MarriageFamilyHousewife LeadIll ChildIllnessRich Male LeadSecret Second Family

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

In contemporary society, academic performance among children has become a benchmark for what exceptional wives should possess. This drama illustrates a housewife's battle to enhance her child's academic standing within South Korea's competitive educational landscape while embracing her own humanity and capacity for love. Seo Rae is a self-accepting homemaker and mother, married to Sang Jin, a wealthy and highly educated individual. However, she is taken aback when she learns that her niece has been accepted into an International junior high school, prompting her to seek similar admissions for her son, Han Gyul. As he begins attending preparatory classes, his grades show marked improvement. Yet, after taking him to see a dentist named Tae Oh, she unexpectedly finds herself falling for him. Now, she faces a pivotal decision, torn between the possibility of an affair that could jeopardize her life and a future with her true love. (JTBC)

Recommendation: Two Mothers (2014) similar to Home for Summer
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Two Mothers (2014)(뻐꾸기 둥지)

2014South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipRomanceDomestic ViolenceFake PregnancyFamilyPregnancyRevengeSurrogacyWeak Male Lead

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Hwa Yeong is convinced that her brother's former girlfriend, Yeon Hee, is responsible for his demise. Following Yeon Hee's diagnosis of uterine cancer, which highlights her troubled marriage, Hwa Yeong offers to be a surrogate for her, all while secretly plotting her revenge. After conceiving and giving birth, Hwa Yeong allows Yeon Hee to raise the child, only to later attempt to reclaim the child, leading to Yeon Hee's downfall. In response, Yeon Hee fights desperately to regain custody of her child, while her husband laments his decision to let her go.

Recommendation: On the Way to the Airport similar to Home for Summer
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On the Way to the Airport(공항 가는 길)

2016South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceAirport SettingFlight Attendant Female LeadSecond Chance Romance

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Choi Soo Ah has dedicated the past twelve years to her role as an airline assistant purser while raising her daughter with her husband, who is a pilot. She feels fulfilled in her life; however, everything shifts when she encounters Seo Do Woo. Seo Do Woo, a cheerful and amiable part-time architecture teacher, is also married and has a daughter. He is satisfied with his life until an unexpected event introduces chaos and leads him to Choi Soo Ah. How will their lives intertwine as they come together?

Recommendation: You Don't Know Women similar to Home for Summer
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You Don't Know Women(여자를 몰라)

2010South Korea
DramaInfidelityMean In-LawMother-Son RelationshipRomanceDifficult AdulthoodFamily RelationshipHospital SettingJealousyMiscarriageSingle MotherUnconditional Love

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Mean In-Law, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Lee Min Jung finds out about her husband's infidelity with Oh Yoo Ran, leading to her pregnancy. The story revolves around her journey as a single mother and the man who supports her wholeheartedly.

Recommendation: Two Wives (2009) similar to Home for Summer
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Two Wives (2009)(두 아내)

2009South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceAmnesiaFamily RelationshipLove Triangle

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Han Ji Sook is a single parent who becomes romantically involved with a man who is already married. This man, Kang Chul Soo, has a family with his spouse, Yoon Young Hee. When Young Hee discovers Chul Soo's affair, she begins to emotionally withdraw from him. Ultimately, they end their marriage, allowing Chul Soo to embark on a new journey with Ji Sook. However, fate takes a turn when Chul Soo gets into a car accident, resulting in the loss of all memories related to Ji Sook. Consequently, Young Hee must act as if she and Chul Soo are still together.

Recommendation: Tropical Nights in December similar to Home for Summer
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Tropical Nights in December(12월의 열대야)

2004South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceComedyOlder Woman-Younger ManSad Romance

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

December Fever narrates the perilous romance between a married woman and a man on the brink of death. The plot features a woman who finds herself drawn to another man, along with the young suitor attempting to win her over, and the individuals pursuing them. The story explores themes of hypocrisy and double standards, highlighting those who make sacrifices for their families. Additionally, it delves into the relationship between a father and his ailing son, as well as the tensions involving their mothers-in-law. With its engaging and comedic characters, the narrative reflects the nuances of everyday life. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Mama similar to Home for Summer
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Mama(마마)

2014South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipRomanceAge GapAge GapFamily RelationshipHot-tempered Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManReturn To HometownSingle MotherTerminal Illness

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

A single mother, who has dedicated her life to pursuing wealth and recognition, suddenly learns that her time is limited. Throughout her life, she has overlooked her only son, and now she yearns to dedicate her remaining days to helping him find his family. Her goal is to reunite her son with his biological father, ensuring he grows up in a nurturing and stable environment, even though the father is already in a committed relationship with another woman. Mama is a poignant narrative that unfolds over six months, showcasing a mother’s love and sacrifices as told from the perspective of a mother facing terminal illness. (MBC)

Recommendation: Make a Woman Cry similar to Home for Summer
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Make a Woman Cry(여자를 울려)

2015South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFather-Son RelationshipMelodramaRomanceBadass Female LeadBig FamilyBrothers' RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstMultiple MainsNice Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanSoap Opera

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Father-Son Relationship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

A key distinction that sets humans apart from animals is the capacity for emotions. Therefore, articulating the feelings of various characters in a television drama plays a crucial role in the narrative. What does it feel like for someone to love another? How does it feel to forgive? This television drama is designed with the intention of inspiring individuals to become kinder and more resilient. (MBC)

Recommendation: Tasogare Ryuuseigun similar to Home for Summer
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Tasogare Ryuuseigun(黄昏流星群)

2018Japan
Betrayed By A Significant OtherDramaInfidelityMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceAdapted From A MangaBanker Male LeadBetrayalDysfunctional MarriageFamily RelationshipForbidden LoveLifeMiniseries

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Betrayed By A Significant Other, Drama, Infidelity, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Bank executive Takizawa Kanji is dedicated solely to his career, achieving the position of branch manager through his unwavering determination during a period of financial industry restructuring. Recently, his communication with his wife Mariko has decreased, and he has drifted apart from his daughter Misaki, who is now of marriageable age. Despite this, he embraces his work-centric lifestyle. Unexpectedly, Kanji is reassigned to a client company for an unclear reason, causing him to question his life choices. Overwhelmed by this sudden change, he decides to escape to Switzerland under the guise of a business trip. While in the Swiss Alps, he meets Meguro Shiori during a snowstorm on a gondola ride to the Matterhorn, sparking a connection between them. Meanwhile, Mariko suspects her husband may be unfaithful but struggles to confront her suspicions. She finds herself entangled in a forbidden romance with her daughter's fiancé, Hino Haruki.

Recommendation: My Father Is Strange similar to Home for Summer
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My Father Is Strange(아버지가 이상해)

2017South Korea
DramaFather-Daughter RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipRomanceBig FamilyComedyEccentric Female LeadEnemies To LoversFake IncestFamily SecretMultiple CouplesSocial Issues

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Father-Daughter Relationship, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

This drama centers around a family residing on the outskirts of Seoul. The father, Byun Han Soo, and his wife, Na Yeong Shil, are devoted parents to their four children: three daughters named Hye Yeong, Mi Yeong, Ra Yeong, and their son, Joon Young. One day, Ahn Joong Hee arrives at their home, claiming to be the family's son. Joong Hee is an actor who formerly belonged to an idol group, and he starts living with them. (Koreandrama)

Recommendation: Everything and Nothing similar to Home for Summer
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Everything and Nothing(17세의 조건)

2019South Korea
Emotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipRomanceAdolescenceCharacter DevelopmentCold Female LeadNice Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadYouth

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the struggles and development of 17-year-old Min Jae and Seo Yeon. Min Jae is a typical male student in high school, characterized by his quiet demeanor and somewhat sensitive nature. He performs well academically and tends to avoid conflicts. Seo Yeon is also a regular female student at the same high school, having previously attended the same middle school as Min Jae. Two years prior, her parents went through a divorce, and since that time, she has resided with her mother.

Recommendation: The Wind Blows similar to Home for Summer
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The Wind Blows(바람이 분다)

2019South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadMelodramaRomanceCompetent Female LeadDivorced Female LeadDivorced Male LeadEx-spouse RelationshipFake IdentityHardworking Female LeadNeurological DisorderNice Female Lead

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Emotionally Strong Male Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

“The Wind Blows” tells the tale of a man who chooses to part ways with his cherished wife after battling Alzheimer’s disease, and a woman who opts to leave her husband in pursuit of starting a family. The narrative progresses six years later when their paths cross once again. (Soompi)

Recommendation: Love (ft. Marriage and Divorce) similar to Home for Summer
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Love (ft. Marriage and Divorce)(결혼작사 이혼작곡)

2021South Korea
Betrayed By A Significant OtherDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInfidelityRomanceBroadcasting IndustryDifficult AdulthoodMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsMysteryRadio Station SettingSchool SettingStudent Supporting Character

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Betrayed By A Significant Other, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Infidelity, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Three accomplished women featured on a radio program all share the commonality of being in happy marriages

Recommendation: I'm a Mother, Too similar to Home for Summer
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I'm a Mother, Too(나도 엄마야)

2018South Korea
InfidelityMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipBusinessFamilyMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadPregnancyRich Man-Poor WomanSurrogacy

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Infidelity, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Ji-Young possesses a cheerful disposition. In light of challenging circumstances, she decides to become a surrogate mother. Her optimistic nature helps her navigate through difficulties as she strives to find joy.

Recommendation: I Have a Lover similar to Home for Summer
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I Have a Lover(애인 있어요)

2015South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInfidelityMelodramaRomanceAmnesiaBirth SecretIdentical Twin Female LeadIdentity SwapLawyer Female LeadSoap OperaTime SkipTwin Exchange

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

An accidental car swap results in a life-changing turn for twins who were parted three decades earlier

Recommendation: My Unfamiliar Family similar to Home for Summer
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My Unfamiliar Family((아는 건 별로 없지만) 가족입니다)

2020South Korea
Father-Daughter RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipAmnesiaFamilyFamily CrisisFriends To LoversLifeMultiple MainsPublishing House SettingWorkplace Setting

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Father-Daughter Relationship, Father-Son Relationship, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Mother-Son Relationship themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kim Eun Hee, the middle sibling in a family that is falling apart, encounters difficulties as her older sister, a former lawyer, and her younger brother deal with their respective problems

Recommendation: 90 Days of Love similar to Home for Summer
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90 Days of Love(90일, 사랑할 시간)

2006South Korea
Betrayed By A Significant OtherDramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceBetrayalDysfunctional MarriageForbidden LoveIllnessSocial IssuesStar Crossed LoversTabooTearjerker

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Betrayed By A Significant Other, Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

A destiny that defies social norms, a passion that transcends ethical boundaries... At the age of thirty-one, Hyun Ji Seok is at the height of his life, yet he faces the grim reality of only three months left to live. He is wed to Park Jung Ran, but she is not the one who holds his heart. The sole desire of this man is to discover his true love and cherish the final 90 days he has left with her. Hyun Ji Seok was destined to encounter Mi Yeon, but fate had other plans, leading to heartbreak for both. In an unforeseen twist, it is revealed that Mi Yeon is actually his first cousin. They now find themselves fervently asking for 90 days to experience love one last time on this earth. Can their affection withstand the harsh truths imposed by society? (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: One Spring Night similar to Home for Summer
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One Spring Night(봄밤)

2019South Korea
DramaFather-Son RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipRomanceAge GapFamily PressureLifeMale Chases Female FirstNice Male LeadPharmacist Male LeadSismanceSlow Burn Romance

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Father-Son Relationship, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mother-Son Relationship, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Feeling confined in a stagnant four-year relationship and hesitant to move towards marriage, Lee Jeong In stumbles into Yoo Ji Ho's pharmacy one morning, nursing a hangover from a night out with her friend. As she attempts to pull herself together before heading to work, Jeong In realizes she has left her wallet behind and is unable to pay. Despite her abrasive demeanor, Ji Ho graciously assists Jeong In. What starts as an ordinary daily encounter gradually evolves into a stronger bond as the two become increasingly attracted to each other. They embark on a clandestine friendship while navigating the complexities of family and societal expectations.

Recommendation: My Wife’s Having an Affair This Week similar to Home for Summer
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My Wife’s Having an Affair This Week(이번 주, 아내가 바람을 핍니다)

2016South Korea
Betrayed By A Significant OtherDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInfidelityRomanceComedyInvestigator Supporting CharacterLifeLife LessonMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadScreenwriter Male LeadScreenwriter Supporting Character

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Betrayed By A Significant Other, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Infidelity, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Hyun Woo experienced love at first sight with Soo Yeon during their college years, and they have now been married for eight years. He believed he had an ideal family, with Soo Yeon as his stunning wife and a devoted mother to their cherished son. However, one day, he discovers a hotel reservation message from an unknown man on Soo Yeon’s phone. Despite his efforts to dismiss it, mounting evidence emerges, confirming that his wife is cheating on him. Convinced of his role as a good husband and father, he struggles to forgive her. He accuses her of jeopardizing their family, yet he begins to question, “Have I truly been a good husband to her?” (JTBC)

Recommendation: Hide and Seek similar to Home for Summer
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Hide and Seek(숨바꼭질)

2018South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadMelodramaRomanceAntihero Male LeadChildhood Friends RelationshipCosmetic IndustryIndependent Female LeadMental IllnessRich Female LeadSmart Female LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Emotionally Strong Male Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The storyline delves into the destiny of the heiress of the country's largest cosmetics empire and a woman who has lived in her place, revealing the ambitions and hidden truths that connect both characters.

Recommendation: Let's Dance (2009) similar to Home for Summer
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Let's Dance (2009)( 守着阳光守着你)

2009China
DramaFather-Daughter RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceDanceFamilySisters' RelationshipSports

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Drama, Father-Daughter Relationship, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Artist Ding Yi Ming and dancer He Li met, fell in love, and got married, resulting in the birth of their daughter Ding Xiao Han. He Li's exceptional dancing skills caught the attention of a renowned dance group in England, leading her to pursue her passion abroad, leaving behind her husband and young daughter. In England, He Li gave birth to another daughter, He Fei. Meanwhile, Ding Yi Ming remained a relatively unknown artist, raising Xiao Han on his own after He Li's departure. Despite Xiao Han's academic success, she had to drop out of university due to a vision impairment. He Fei, born in England, was sent back to Beijing at a young age to study dance at a boarding school. Both sisters ended up falling for the wealthy Yang Rui, causing a dilemma for him. He Fei was chosen as the lead in the musical "Turandot," but fell ill just before the performance, prompting Xiao Han to step in as her replacement. However, during the performance, Xiao Han's vision began to blur, and she realized she was going blind. He Li returned to the country for the musical and ultimately reunited with her family, bringing them back together in the end.

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My Man's Woman(내 남자의 여자)

2007South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceAntiheroine Female LeadLifeLove TriangleSoap Opera

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A woman is involved in a romantic relationship with a man who is already married. Her name is Lee Hwa Young, and she experiences no remorse for taking her friend's spouse.

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Rosy Lovers(장미빛 연인들)

2014South Korea
Father-Daughter RelationshipMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceCold Female LeadFamilyMultiple CouplesNaive Female Lead

Like Home for Summer, this drama also features Father-Daughter Relationship, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Romantic feelings and intentions often start off innocently among young people, but eventually, they must progress in their relationship, which involves a commitment and greater responsibilities. This narrative follows a young man who recovers from an unforeseen setback. Throughout his journey, he discovers solutions to his challenges and seeks out happiness. A young father still attending college must mature quickly to support his family, yet he inspires others by triumphing over the numerous hurdles he faces. (MBC)

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An Innocent Mistake(罪美麗)

2012Taiwan
DramaFather-Daughter RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceEvil Step-ParentHealingIllnessSlice Of Life

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Eighteen years ago, Man Qing was taken in by three women who showered her with affection. Despite their love, she still felt a longing to uncover the truth about her father and navigate the complexities of life. In search of a different form of love, Man Qing decided to leave her mothers behind.

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Wang's Family(왕가네 식구들)

2013South Korea
DramaInfidelityMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceBig FamilyComedyFamilyHardworking Female Lead

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The Wang family confronts several difficulties: social elitism; prejudice; adult children returning home after having lived independently throughout college; the power dynamics within the family unit, particularly between husband and wife; and the timing of marriage and starting a family amid the economic challenges present in contemporary Korean society. The eldest daughter had joined a wealthy family through marriage, but after their bankruptcy, she and her family were compelled to return to her parents' residence. The second daughter is struggling financially as her husband is currently unemployed, while the youngest daughter unexpectedly chose to resign from her job.

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Fiancee(未婚妻)

2013China
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceNovel AdaptationFamilyRich Man-Poor WomanUnrequited Love

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Lan Xiao Yi made the decision to leave her job in Nanjing and move to Shanghai with her boyfriend Tian Fei. Although she faces challenges with her low-paying job in Shanghai, Xiao Yi finds happiness in being with Tian Fei. However, Tian Fei's coworker Xiao Lu, a recent college graduate, develops feelings for him and is determined to win him over. In a complicated turn of events, Xiao Lu pretends to be pregnant in an attempt to pressure Tian Fei into marrying her. Tian Fei promises Xiao Yi that he will resolve the situation and return in 2 years. Despite learning about the pregnancy, Xiao Yi trusts Tian Fei and waits for him. After waiting for six months, Xiao Yi decides to re-enter the workforce as she grows tired of waiting for Tian Fei. Extracted from the novel "Fulfill Your Own Blue Sky."

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Autumn Shower(가을 소나기)

2005South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceFall-Autumn SettingFriendshipLove TriangleSismance

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The narrative revolves around a man named Choi Yoon Jae, who becomes involved in a car crash that leaves his wife, Gyoo Eun, hospitalized and in a coma. Gyoo Eun's closest friend, Park Yeon Seo, harbors secret feelings for Yoon Jae. During Gyoo Eun's unconscious state, her husband and her best friend embark on a romantic relationship. Will Gyoo Eun regain consciousness? If she does, what consequences will follow? (AsianDB)

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Pink Lipstick(분홍 립스틱)

2010South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceBest Friends RelationshipFriendshipRetaliationRevenge

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Yoo Ga Eun is a kind-hearted young woman who was in a relationship with her boyfriend, Park Jeong U, which eventually led to marriage. However, she later uncovers the painful truth that her husband had been unfaithful with her close friend, Mi Ran, and that their adopted daughter is in fact the result of Jeong U and Mi Ran's affair. In a bid for revenge against them, she decides to marry Maeng Ho Geol, a prosperous clothing businessman, and meticulously devises a plan for their downfall. Meanwhile, Ga Eun also encounters Ha Jae Beom, a man who falls deeply in love with her and vows to stand by her through all her endeavors.

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Ju Zi(菊子)

2011China
DramaMelodramaRomance

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The narrative follows Ju Zi, a woman whose life is marked by tragedy, and the individuals in her midst amid a Japanese invasion

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Sweet Lies(甜蜜的谎言)

2017China
DramaMelodramaRomance

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Describes the intricate emotional tale involving Wen Ya, who disappeared for eight years, her former lover Detective Captain Li Yuan, and her current spouse Jiang Xiao Xian

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Destination Of Love(婚巢)

2012China
DramaMelodramaRomance

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The narrative unfolds the journey of siblings Yang Xue and Yang Li Nan as they transitioned from a rural village to a bustling metropolis where they settled down to pursue their careers. While striving to realize their dreams through hard work, they also grappled with the inevitability of marriage looming on the horizon.

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Love Trouble(真爱惹麻烦)

2013China
DramaMelodramaRomance

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Following the unjust persecution of Lin Zhen Xin's father, Lin Shin Nan, due to a business deal gone wrong with the powerful Ko family, she decides to seek revenge for her father's death. To gather evidence of her father's innocence, she feigns romantic interest in Ko Yang, the heir to the Ko family. However, as she gets closer to Ko Yang, she finds herself falling uncontrollably in love with him. Meanwhile, Wang Xiang, who also has feelings for Lin, is forced to watch from the sidelines as Lin faces a difficult decision. The series is available in two versions: the original 40-episode version and the CCTV version with 38 episodes.

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I Believed in Men(남자를 믿었네)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

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A timeless family saga centered around a food company executive who experiences a whirlwind of challenges following an unexplained breakup with a significant other.

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Bei Shang Shi Chang Shou Ge(悲伤时唱首歌)

2007China
DramaMelodramaRomance

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The narrative follows Guan Liang Pei, who experiences a mental health condition after being unexpectedly left by her initial romantic partner, Zhao Yu. Wang Jing Fan, who harbored strong feelings for her, chooses to marry her and take on the responsibility of caring for her. The story delves into the emotional turmoil stemming from unusual reactions triggered by the lingering feelings for a past love.

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The Seventh Day(最美麗的第七天 (最美丽的第)

2008Hong Kong
DramaMelodramaRomance

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Ling Ka Yan works as a salesperson at a pet store. She was informed of a serious illness during her childhood, leading her family to be excessively cautious with her. Consequently, despite being in her twenties, she had never encountered genuine affection until she crossed paths with Yau Zi Wing, a man who alters her life indefinitely.

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Till Death Do Us Part (2019)(婚內情)

2019Hong Kong
DramaInfidelityRomance

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To celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary, Ma Suk Seung, an art gallery owner, and her husband Suen Yat have decided to commission illustrator Hui Wah Yeen to create ten paintings commemorating their years together. As preparations unfold, Suen Yat and Hui Wah Yeen develop a romantic relationship. When Ma Suk Seung discovers her husband's affair, she reaches out to her estranged younger sister, Ma Suk Yuen, for help. Meanwhile, Ma Suk Seung forms a close bond with Lam Yeuk Duk, a doctor who has harbored feelings for her.

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Beyond the Common Ground(和解在後)

2023Hong Kong
DramaMelodramaRomance

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In a society filled with gossip and misinformation, individuals appear to have overlooked fundamental ethical principles. Typically characterized by their polished appearance, articulate speech, and impartial demeanor, mediators are expected to possess certain qualities. However, amidst these conventional mediators stands Yip Chi Fan, an unconventional figure who dresses casually, speaks his mind, and operates outside the confines of traditional norms. Yip rejects the notion of complete neutrality, believing instead that mediators should maintain sensitivity to facilitate resolution. When law graduate Fong Yuen joins Yip's firm as an intern, her straightforward approach clashes with Yip's unconventional methods. As they spend more time together, their differing perspectives begin to influence one another.

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Golden Wings(金色の翼)

2007Japan
DramaMelodramaRomance

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Shuko's husband tragically passed away in a plane accident, leaving her with a significant inheritance. However, the newfound wealth brings unwarranted suspicion and gossip her way, causing Shuko deep emotional pain. Seeking solace, she escapes to an exclusive hotel on a secluded island where she crosses paths with Maki, a young man trapped on the island with his girlfriend, Rio, the niece of the hotel owner. Together, Maki and Rio scheme to obtain money from Shuko by manipulating her feelings for Maki. As their deceitful plan unfolds, Shuko's fortune attracts attention from those around her. Drawing inspiration from Henry James' classic novel "The Wings of the Dove," this tale explores themes of love, greed, deception, and truth within the backdrop of a serene and isolated island.

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Land of Wine(술의 나라)

2003South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

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Seo Joon plays the role of a rebellious son of a wealthy entrepreneur in the drama. The series follows Seo Joon's journey as he achieves success in the alcohol industry by selling authentic Korean beer.