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Chen Bing Bing, Ai Mei Li, and Lin Yue Chu are three homemakers who find their mundane marriages unfulfilling. They stumble upon an enigmatic store that also serves as a detective agency, prompting them to transform into amateur detectives while balancing their family responsibilities.

Chi Xia, a novice detective, becomes part of the Dongzhou City task force to delve into the enigmatic demise of her adoptive parents. Partnering with team leader Luo Xun, she leverages her acute psychological perception alongside his astute observational abilities to solve a number of complex cases. Together, they reveal a formidable criminal syndicate and restore justice to Dongzhou City.

During the initial period of the Republic of China, the skilled individual Qin Yang teamed up with the wealthy heiress Shen Rou who returned from overseas, as well as the peculiar Yuan Jing Jing. Their paths crossed with the detective He Hong Feng, leading to a series of puzzling cases being solved in the city. Together, they exposed the malicious plot of the Night Deity Society, safeguarding the tranquility of their community. (WeTV)

In the midst of a mahjong match, a struggling writer recounts the tale of a murdered young woman, only to discover it mirrors the real-life tragedy of a news anchor's suicide. As the game unfolds, hidden secrets and accusations come to light among the players.

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

Zhang Yan is a young aspiring writer who yearns to achieve fame as a novelist. Despite facing rejection from both major publishing companies and small online platforms, he remains dedicated to his literary pursuits. The only source of comfort in his difficult journey is his loyal girlfriend Yinxia. Zhang Yan constantly fears the day when Yinxia may decide to leave him. One day, he stumbles upon a gripping autobiographical suspense novel on a website, which he cannot find anywhere else online. Unable to resist the temptation, Zhang Yan claims the novel as his own and it unexpectedly becomes a success. However, his girlfriend Yinxia decides to end their relationship as she cannot support the success of a stolen work. With a taste of fame and fortune, Zhang Yan becomes consumed by ambition and no longer desires his previous life of poverty.

A creature resembling a serpent emerged and swiftly ensnared the elderly fisherman with its tongue before dragging him away. Shortly after, an 18-year-old named Xin Rui emerged, her body covered in slime and occasional scales visible on her face. High school student Fu Junhao noticed Xin Rui and brought her back to his home. Subsequently, individuals began disappearing on the island one by one. While searching for their missing friends, Xin Rui and Fu Junhao stumbled upon a hidden underground facility on the island. Inside the underground base, they encountered the snake-like creatures. Questions arose about Xin Rui's true identity and her connection to the monsters. As the truth unraveled, Fu Junhao, unknowingly, found himself caught in a catastrophic event.

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

In her quest to reveal the circumstances surrounding her grandfather's demise, Wu Xiao Meng discreetly enters the competing Shenghua Group. There, she finds herself caught in a perilous web of deception alongside her first love, Sheng Yun Xiao. As buried memories begin to emerge, the pair collaborate to unearth a conspiracy that has remained hidden for fifteen years, seeking to deliver the justice that has been long overdue.

The cable car experienced a sudden loss of control as it approached its destination, causing it to slide down from a high altitude before coming to an abrupt stop while hanging in mid-air. The six passengers inside the car were thrown into a state of panic, unaware that the incident was orchestrated by the cable car driver, Hui Hui Zhou. Unbeknownst to them, Hui Hui Zhou's daughter had gone missing under mysterious circumstances. As the women held onto the clues found in her daughter's diary and continued their search without faltering, the passengers soon realized that each of them had some connection to the missing girl and were mentioned in her diary. Now, they must work together to piece together the full story of the girl's disappearance, all while questioning who among them is telling the truth and who is lying.

During a class reunion, Qin Su Yan becomes involved in a dangerous competition with strict rules and genuine peril, leading to increasing suspicion among the participants, especially with the mastermind lurking among them. While some succumb to fear and aggression, Qin Su Yan remains true to her empathy. As she uncovers a link to a long-forgotten case, she must weigh the value of exposing the truth against the potential consequences. (TMDb) Inspired by the game "LangRen Sha: Shei Shi Xia Yi Ge" ( : ), developed by Chang Zeng Mi Hu Che ( ) and released on the Shanyi ( ) platform.

During a decline in the film industry, Yiping Film Company introduced a groundbreaking reality show titled "Exploring the Live Cave". Renowned actor Li Kai Xuan and several regular individuals participated in the show, only to encounter a series of eerie and unsettling events. They found themselves ensnared in a mysterious individual's trap, leading them to face challenges that tested their humanity. As they navigated through these trials, a horrifying truth gradually came to light. (WeTV)

During the Southern Song Dynasty, judicial officer Song Ci forms an unexpected partnership with theater performers Zhao Zhi Ting, Wang Ling, and dancer He Wen Ning. Despite their diverse backgrounds, the quartet collaborates to solve four complex murder cases by employing sharp investigative techniques and forensic expertise. Their collective efforts result in bringing justice to the deceased and upholding fairness for the living, with each case further solidifying their unity and commitment to uncovering the truth.

Based on Wu Sha De Xiao Qiao's web novel "Shuang Mian Ren Sheng APP" (APP APP).

In the era of the Republic of China, a clandestine pawnshop named Shenhong provides retributive justice for women who have suffered at the hands of others. Under the leadership of Si Jia Li and her crew, they assist those in need while attracting the interest of Detective Zhou Mu, whose investigation reveals an old case that connects everyone involved.

Two university seniors, Tang Xiao Qi and Luo Yi, find themselves stuck in an endless time loop along with three companions following a malfunctioning elevator journey. Throughout the repeated cycle, they are tasked with solving the enigma surrounding a questionable accident and revealing a sinister plot connected to misinformation. (TMDb)

Following the disappearance of both Zhang Yan and the enigmatic man, Zheng Xiong chooses to lay low for a year, pretending to be mentally unstable while conducting a covert investigation for clues. Eventually, Zheng Xiong uncovers the true identity of the mysterious man, confirming Zhang Yan's earlier prediction that he is Liu Yang, also known as Yellow Scorpion. Slowly but surely, Zheng Xiong draws Liu Yang into a strategic game of chess that he has orchestrated. Under the intense pressure of Zheng Xiong's psychological tactics, Liu Yang eventually confesses to his actions over the past decade and the heavy toll it has taken on him. One heartbreaking revelation is that Liu Yang's own daughter, Liu Sirui, has been battling a mental illness. As a father, this is an unbearable agony for Liu Yang to endure. Zheng Xiong comes to understand that Liu Yang's story is more complex than it seems, with a mysterious organization looming in the background.

Yao Yi ventured into the foggy Huangling Village in search of her long-lost parents. Along the way, her companions mysteriously vanished, leading to an unsuccessful search. Upon returning to Huangling, she discovered a larger population in the village, all seemingly connected to a peculiar incident.

A decade-old case had a significant impact on the lives of multiple individuals. After ten years, these people were unexpectedly brought together by fate and joined forces to unravel the mystery. The incident involved a woman falling to her death from a building. Xiao Yi, who was on duty at the time, soon realized there was a hidden secret behind the case, possibly connected to Captain Lu Guo Xun. As Xiao Yi and the team tackled various new cases, they transitioned from being strangers to becoming a cohesive unit. Along the way, Xiao Yi caught the eye of Bai Zhe, the victim's son from the unsolved case previously investigated by Lu Guo Xun. Xiao Yi discovered Bai Zhe was conducting his own investigation, using extreme methods that Xiao Yi tried to discourage. Despite this, Bai Zhe remained resolute in seeking his version of justice. Eventually, Xiao Yi unraveled the decade-old case, bringing all involved parties to account. However, their victory was short-lived as they uncovered another unexpected individual pulling the strings from behind the scenes.

During the initial phase of liberation, criminal activities by bandits and Kuomintang spies were widespread in East China. To effectively counter these reactionary forces, the Social Affairs Department of the East China Bureau mobilized skilled units and formed a specialized task force to probe significant cases in Jiangcheng, East China.

The story revolves around a former movie star from old Shanghai who becomes entangled in a complex murder investigation. To prove her innocence, she teams up with her personal female assistant to uncover the truth. The drama centers on the dynamic between the two women, who have contrasting personalities and backgrounds. Hu Xiaodie, a former commercial star, joins forces with Hua Xiaoqing, a young woman who has recently returned from overseas to find her family in ruins. Together, they delve into the world of investigation and deduction to clear their names and eventually become formidable opponents of crime, with the support of the Central Police Station.

A series of puzzling emergencies are unfolding in the city of Chang'an, including viral outbreaks resembling zombies, eerie underground caverns, and ancient treasures rumored to touch the sky. Ma Long and the Taiping group are safeguarding Chang'an against these threats, grappling with different adversaries and facing uncertain circumstances. As they navigate this strange journey, they encounter more enigmas awaiting unraveling... (TencentVideo)

Centered on safeguarding the rights of minors, this series follows the establishment of a special juvenile prosecution unit. Prosecutor Lin Zhi Tao and his assistant prosecutor Bai En Yu work together to combat the darkness within society for the well-being of children. Beginning with intrigue and concluding with redemption, the story unravels mysteries and brings peace, allowing nature to take its course. (WeTV)

Detective Gu Xin He and Forensic Artist Qi Chu team up with Zhao Shi's task force dedicated to combating human trafficking after uncovering a trafficking ring. As they investigate a series of unsolved cases, they focus their efforts on dismantling the infamous syndicate known as "Auntie Gui." Qi Chu takes on an undercover assignment, putting himself in grave danger, ultimately leading to the dismantling of the criminal network and revealing Auntie Gui's disturbing strategy of using trafficking profits to fuel further illegal activities.

One year after Qin Hong escaped from a homicide investigation, her body is discovered to be absent from the ocean. Despite having strong evidence and a confession, the case seems to be resolved, yet Detective Liu Wang is troubled by the absence of the body and questions whether Qin Hong is really deceased, sensing that there may be additional layers to the narrative.

Luo Wei Qi and Meng Ying Chao, her husband, have been married for seven years but are currently experiencing a challenging phase in their relationship

Following a robbery at a gold store, two individuals are discovered dead, suggesting potential betrayal or a larger conspiracy at play. Detective Fu Bei Chen and Tianyan specialist Ding Fan An delve into concealed truths, a perplexing death, and a puppeteer orchestrating events. Utilizing their expertise and advanced tools, they collaborate to apprehend the culprits and safeguard Dongfu City. (TMDb) Based on the online novel "Wu Chu Dun Tao" by WangWen Jie.

In a kidnapping investigation, experienced detective Luo Fei and his protégé Mu Jian Yun are faced with a disturbing discovery of a severed finger. As they probe further, they uncover a complex network of concealed links and long-buried truths, exposing the deceptive nature of the case. (TMDb)

The plot revolves around forensic specialist Dai Yu, who refuses to remove his gloves, and detective Zheng Ming, who hesitates to use his gun. Together, they team up to combat crime and undergo personal growth along the way.

Gu Shi Yu spent six years of her youth raising her daughter and maintaining her relationship, but was never able to marry her partner and the father of her child. The abuse from her mother-in-law and suspicions of infidelity from her boyfriend left her feeling distant and anxious. After a car accident resulted in her losing her memory, Gu Shi Yu struggled to piece together her past while haunted by nightmares. A chance encounter with a man offers her hope for a better future and the truth she seeks, but can she truly trust him?

Nan Yu, the main character of a game focused on pursuing romantic interests, finds herself in the Republic of China as a forensic pathologist investigating dead bodies. A strange will states that she must solve a murder in order to go back to her own world. However, she must also contend with Gao Han, the lead character of a detective game, for control of their shared body, with only one of them able to return home. Realizing Gao Han's expertise in crime-solving and her own knowledge of love, Nan Yu decides to collaborate with him to tackle the complex case, which reflects the complexities of both their worlds. In the end, Nan Yu proposes an alliance with Gao Han, acknowledging that they both need each other to succeed.

A frantic robbery results in a deadly incident, resulting in a man being incarcerated and his daughter believing that another family has destroyed their lives. Years down the line, she pursues vengeance, ensnaring them in a perilous game fueled by misinterpretation.

Renowned master carpenter Li Mu Dun, celebrated for his expertise in traditional Luban methods, finds himself the main suspect in a string of chilling murders steeped in superstition. Eager to vindicate himself, Li joins forces with detective Yang Zong and forensic specialist Su Qing Yun. Together, this trio is driven by logic and a quest for justice as they strive to prevent further murders and uncover the reality behind the alleged “supernatural.”

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

Yeong Ju, a trainee on the verge of debuting as an idol, is experiencing severe stalking and hurtful remarks. When Sun Ju, Yeong Ju's biggest fan, is assaulted by an unknown individual known as the Masked Man, the newcomer investigator, Do Yeon, takes it upon herself to investigate the incident. (Shortime)

Across twelve individual episodes, twelve unique main characters share their unusual encounters within a mysterious interview chamber

Based on the online novel "Wo Shi Bi Xian" authored by Shi Guang Ben Xiao Tou.