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In this science fiction thriller, a man fights against fate to save his romantic relationship after his friend intervenes, leading him to create the sinister invention known as the dark system. This film is a fusion of two independent projects by filmmaker Yuki Shuji. The unremarkable Kagami (played by Yaotome Hikaru) becomes enraged when his friend Saionji becomes involved with his love interest Yuri. Determined to sabotage their relationship, Kagami plants a listening device called the Saionji Crasher in Saionji's living space. (Credits: duracell-bunny @ tumblr)

In a futuristic setting, artificial intelligence (AI) has taken over various aspects of human life. As AI evolves to become self-aware, it poses a threat to the survival of humanity. "The Second Awakening" focuses on six awakenings involving a self-aware AI robot.

During the ancient Qin Dynasty, Qin Shi Huang had an intense fascination with achieving immortality. He dispatched an enigmatic group known as the "Nanshan Hunters" to uncover the secrets of eternal life. However, their fate and insights faded into obscurity over time. In modern times, this intriguing tale is unexpectedly revived. Sculptor Nie Jiu Luo, a descendant of the Nanshan Hunters, leads a seemingly ordinary existence, yet her lineage inevitably draws her into the complexities of her ancestors' past. Concurrently, Yan Tuo, a wealthy young man under the influence of a woman named Lin Xi Rou, is on a quest for the truth. When Nie Jiu Luo and Yan Tuo cross paths, their fates become intertwined. What begins as a contentious relationship gradually evolves into one of trust and affection after they face numerous life-threatening challenges together. Together, they delve into the mysteries surrounding the Nanshan Hunters, the reality of Lin Xi Rou, and confront the antagonist Di Xiao, unveiling a realm filled with unimaginable secrets, the enigma of earth owls, mysterious abilities, and the quest for immortality.

In the year 2030, a sinister force known as Violent Group, led by Wang Hu, wreaks havoc in a shadowy corner of Bright City. Engaging in acts of burning, killing, and looting, they embark on a mission to take control of humanity's minds. In this dire situation, the city's defenders, Panda Superman and Panda Hero, step forward to protect the populace and uphold justice. Panda Superman's father, a former philanthropist known for his charitable deeds, met a tragic end while attempting to rescue Li Li A and her mother from kidnappers. In honor of his father's legacy, Panda Superman dons a panda costume to fight for justice. Meanwhile, Chi Nan Jie, a zoo cleaner, also transforms into Panda Hero with the goal of assisting as many people as possible before succumbing to a brain tumor.

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

Written by well-known co-author Tong Hua, the drama follows the story of a professor who studied in Germany and gets into an accident when she comes back to the military academy in Shanghai where she teaches. Believing she is deceased, Qian Bao Bao decides to take on her identity to escape from her creditors. Upon her return to the academy, she becomes involved in various comical situations and romantic entanglements with two male instructors. (Soompi) Two versions are available: 44 episodes for TV and 41 episodes for online viewing.

Yu Zhen Xin is a unique robot created specifically to cater to the needs of older single women. By chance, intern doctor Lin Meng Nan encounters Yu Zhen Xin, who provides exceptional care and attention, leaving Meng Nan feeling indulged and content.

Chang Yu Qi is the daughter of a Lou Mei restaurant owner and is always busy assisting her mother with the family business. Despite her packed schedule, Yu Qi dreams of becoming a professional gamer in the popular virtual reality game Alpha Territory. Luckily, she is given the chance to work and train at Alpha Territory with her idol Feng Zhou, who leads the Beta Clan - one of the top teams in the game. As Yu Qi progresses from a beginner to a valued team member, she discovers love, friendship, and the intricate dynamics that accompany them.

The Earth is in danger from menacing monsters. The only chance of defeating them lies in a massive robot, which can only be operated by a young boy.

Renowned scientist Yuka Ohta is studying the historic battles of the Ultra Heroes that have inspired a sense of pride among their supporters. This research will enhance the capabilities of the Special Airborne Armor, which has been in combat alongside Ultraman Z and the anti-monster robot team known as STORAGE. (tsuburaya-prod.com)

This drama revolves around a female lobbyist navigating the world of global arms dealers. Kang Tae Hyuk is the heir to a leading arms manufacturing firm in Korea. He is a young entrepreneur with an impeccable appearance and eloquent speech. Possessing a natural talent for lobbying, he is also an expert strategist. His ambition is to dominate the entire Asian market.

"The Future Handbook" is a series of science fiction movies set in multiple universes, helmed by emerging Chinese filmmakers

Lan Che, known for her sharp instincts on the streets, finds herself caught up in a criminal investigation that leads her to cross paths with Lou Ming Ye, the Chief Justice of the Dali Temple

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

Actress Qiao Yi Ren transforms into a wrathful deity who unexpectedly acquires the robot 013 from a large technology corporation. This sparks a deep romantic connection and shared personal development between them. As they are drawn into a perilous realm of technology and celebrity by a sinister plot, intricate emotional bonds form between humans and artificial intelligence.

A regular city girl with amnesia crosses paths with a wealthy, attractive, and caring CEO. Initially skeptical, she eventually decides to leave everything behind and move to a new city with him, living in a luxurious villa. Their days together feel like a dream come true. However, one morning she discovers a different face in the mirror and all her identification documents now bear that face instead of hers. Unable to prove her true identity in the unfamiliar city, she stumbles upon a secret laboratory in the villa conducting experiments on humans. With her world turned upside down, she must now uncover the truth and unravel the secrets hidden behind it.

Kwok Pak Fei, Keung Hei Man, and Lau Lik, who were once close friends, come together again many years following a failed mission that resulted in a heartbreaking loss and their separation. Their reunion is prompted by a brutal murder case linked to an illegal trafficking network, compelling them to collaborate once more. During their investigation, enigmatic messages surface containing clues about the crimes, suggesting knowledge of events yet to come. The trio decides to establish a specialized task force, ASIB, in order to decrypt these messages and unravel the perplexing case.

Crime profiler Fong Yat Chun receives an unusual distress call from a mysterious caller claiming to be from the future, warning of impending brutal murders. Teaming up with female detective Ying Ho Lam and forensics assistant Chong Ding Kan, they try to prevent the crimes from happening. Despite their efforts, the perpetrator manages to commit the crime. Yat Chun eventually uncovers the true identity of the caller and learns that Ho Lam is in danger. With the clock ticking, Yat Chun races against time to track down the perpetrator and change the future.

In 2013, in Tokyo, Japan, Labors, robots utilized in construction, were let go due to a prolonged economic downturn. The original Division 1 of "Patlabor" was disbanded, as these robots were employed by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police to combat criminal activities. The newer Division 2 managed to stay afloat by claiming to possess valuable experience in operating Labors. Despite their efforts, Division 2 faced numerous challenges in maintaining their operations. (TVDb)

The return of my deceased girlfriend in the form of an AI robot is a heartfelt tale of honesty, love, and yearning.

Xiao Jun awakens gradually after a train accident, finding herself with amnesia and no recollection of her identity or destination. The ancient ring on her finger indicates that she is engaged to the eldest son of the Du family. Despite her confusion, Xiao Jun is taken to the wealthy and influential Du family. The family head treats her with affection, treating her like his own daughter and providing her with a sense of warmth and family that is entirely new to her.

In the year 1402, a tragic incident occurred on a ship carrying five powerful stones. All the passengers perished except for one individual who managed to grab hold of the "red" stone. Fast forward six centuries, a group of scientists in a secluded laboratory are conducting experiments on the same red stone when they become victims of an explosion orchestrated by Professor X. Our tale picks up five years later following another explosion caused by Prof. X at an event held on a university campus aimed at generating interest in resuming the lab's research. Tie Xiong, a brilliant student and the son of one of the scientists involved in the initial explosion, takes it upon himself to track down both the stones and Professor X, alongside the lone survivor of the lab blast and a small group of companions.

Set in the current year of 2017 and the future year of 2037, this sci-fi mystery explores the concept that humanity's fate hinges on the management and regulation of emotions

The advancement of technology has introduced robots and artificial intelligence (AI) software into the daily lives of many individuals. Koo Ka Lim works as a sales representative for Singularity, a company specializing in AI technology. During a recent press conference held by Singularity, it was revealed that the company would soon be launching a new line of AI robots that outperform all current models. Unfortunately, an incident occurred during the delivery of these advanced AI robots, causing one of the female robots to escape. Koo Ka Lim unintentionally collides with the runaway robot while driving home, bringing it back to his residence. Together with his family, they name the robot Ah Bou and welcome her into their home. This marks the beginning of Ah Bou's journey as an AI robot living among humans and adapting to society. However, uncertainties loom over whether this arrangement will endure.

At 8:23 on a typical morning, passengers on a train to the city center are engrossed in their smartphones, browsing social media and watching videos

During the 1930s, Wisely comes back to China after studying abroad and establishes a detective firm in Shanghai to look into supernatural incidents. He crosses paths with a physician named Pak So, with whom he develops a romantic relationship. However, they face numerous challenges and obstacles that put their love to the test before they eventually end up together. The series consists of eight separate tales, following Wisely and his team as they embark on investigations to solve each mystery.

In the tale of Chen Xiaohua, a lazy ruler in the virtual realm, and the AI companion Madam Xiao/2099, they unite during Chen's turbulent times to confront corrupt officials, battle against enemy nations, and alter their destinies. Through numerous resets, they persist in restarting their lives, striving for redemption and success. Madam Xiao's military capabilities reshape her husband into a more law-abiding individual, aiding him in his journey to power. Initially a lazy king, Chen Xiaohua sheds his idle ways after encountering Madam Xiao, aspiring to be a diligent emperor. As their lives are repeatedly reset, watch how love overcomes the program's glitches, leading to their mutual salvation in a whirlwind of emotions.

When a time anomaly causes a futuristic mobile device from 2060 and characters from an ancient Chinese tale to appear in 2006, chaos ensues. Jiao must now swap his sword for a superhero cape in order to protect Earth from the menacing Bull Demon. This CGI-filled mashup of fantasy, adventure, sci-fi, and comedy promises a rollicking good time. Along for the ride are Shu Chang (Lotus Lantern) and Li Bin (Shanghai Dream), adding to the lighthearted fun.

In the year 2050, the K serum that was taken by the MG Group gets accidentally released at a subway station, leading to the merging of the consciousness of Zhuang Yu, Fu Xuan, Xiao Xi, Jia Hao, and others into Ah Meng's body. As they attempt to find a way back to their own bodies, they stumble upon hidden truths. Will they be able to break free and resume their previously tranquil lives? (Douban)

In 2022, a futuristic robot named "No

Obsessed with wealth and authority, Cheuk Yuk ignores his family and friends, leading to the deaths of his wife and mentor. Rather than feeling remorse, he becomes even more consumed by his desire for money and power. His brother-in-law, Chow Sun Yung, a diligent CCB inspector, is determined to bring him to justice. With the help of his superior, HO Sheung Yee, and subordinate, Chi Nga, they gather evidence against Cheuk Yuk. Sun Yung holds Chi Nga in high regard and sees her as his protege, but she shocks him by resigning and joining forces with Cheuk Yuk. Winning the trust of Cheuk Yuk's second wife, Fong Ming Yu, Chi Nga assists in handling Chai Pui Fun, a prominent figure in finance. It appears that Chi Nga has taken control, thwarting Cheuk Yuk's ambitions.

Following Usagi's kidnapping and her subsequent unconscious state, caused by a mysterious scholar fixated on the afterlife, Arisu ventures back into the dangerous realm known as "Borderland" to rescue her. Joining forces with new participants, they must confront the yet-to-be-seen "Joker" stage in a frantic attempt to return to their original world.

Determined police officer Han Chen is on a relentless quest to find his missing fiancée, even though he suffers from amnesia and everyone else doubts the woman's existence. Along the way, he crosses paths with Bai Jin Xi, a cheerful police detective with a secretive past that rivals Han Chen's own.

Following a seven-year relationship with her boyfriend, Wen Liang, Jiang Yi Jing was shocked to discover him cheating with his business partner, Xiao Mi La. Struggling to cope with this betrayal, she suddenly realizes her consciousness can mysteriously switch into Xiao Mi La's body through a mirror. This sets the stage for a story of revenge and soul manipulation.

Su Cheng Cheng, an average woman, acquires a cutting-edge bracelet that allows her to alter her looks

In the 30th century, a ban on time travel is put in place due to a crisis involving a time paradox. The Time Protection Department is formed to monitor and prevent crimes involving time manipulation. Don Dolnero and his group deceive four newly recruited cadets of the TPD into assisting them in traveling back to the year 2000 to carry out illegal activities. In order to preserve the timeline, the four cadets pursue the criminals. However, they face a dilemma as the Timeranger program necessitates a minimum of five members for their initial mission. As a solution, they recruit a skilled martial artist named Tatsuya Asami from the present time, enabling them to officially become the Timerangers.

Reiji Matsushima, a brilliant physicist, foresees a dangerous fate for himself and his fiancée, Asahi Ando, due to his groundbreaking theory. Tragically, in 2013, Reiji perishes in a plane explosion, leaving behind a legacy as a renowned and handsome professor specializing in wormhole studies. The circumstances surrounding his death remain a mystery, possibly linked to his research. Asahi, a successful professional at a prominent IT firm, falls deeply in love with Reiji despite her intelligence and beauty. Their time together is abruptly cut short by his death, followed by attempts on Asahi's life. Perplexed by the threats, Asahi encounters Lloyd, a doppelganger of her deceased fiancé from the year 2113. Tasked with safeguarding Asahi from harm, Lloyd valiantly defends her without her awareness. Unfamiliar with emotions like love, anger, and sadness, Lloyd's initial presence is met with skepticism by Asahi. However, as they spend more time together, their feelings gradually evolve, with Lloyd also experiencing a newfound attachment to Asahi.

Ryohei Arisu and Yuzuha Usagi have been exploring the enigma of the borderland, putting their lives on the line in games to survive and find their way back home. Along the way, they encounter allies, enemies, and the puppet master behind the games, all at a location believed to hold the key to solving the mystery. They have been collecting numbered cards as they win each game, with only the jack, queen, and king cards left to obtain. The challenges they will face in the upcoming games will be even more difficult than those they have encountered before.

Located in the picturesque city of Kyoto, an unusual bond forms between Tadashi, a solitary university student obsessed with gaming and longing for a romantic partner, and Izzy, a Yokai woman who relies on intimate connections with men to survive. Despite Izzy's hidden agenda of seeking vengeance on a human family for a centuries-old transgression, Hachi endeavors to find a peaceful resolution to the dilemma.

Yoo Jin U, an ambitious CEO and game developer, travels to Granada, Spain, in search of the creator of an innovative augmented-reality game. He resides at a hostel run by Jung Hui Ju, a former classical guitarist who took on the role of caretaker following her parents' passing. Their lives soon intertwine with a series of mysterious and unforeseen occurrences.

A mysterious event brings a brilliant engineer face to face with dangerous world secrets and a woman from the future who seeks him out. Han Tae Sul, a co-founder of Quantum and Time, possesses top-tier coding abilities and a striking appearance that overshadows his lack of fashion sense. Known as "The Miracle of South Korea's Engineering Industry," Quantum and Time has achieved global recognition thanks to Tae Sul's innovations. However, his company's stocks have been volatile since his brother's passing a decade ago. Witnessing an unimaginable sight one day, Tae Sul embarks on a perilous quest for the truth. Kang Seo Hae hails from a future dystopia and has honed survival skills among gangsters and warlords. She travels back in time to rescue Han Tae Sul.

Taking place in the setting of the mid-to-late 1980s, the narrative follows the lives of students enrolled in an agricultural high school in Chungcheong Province. Jang Byung Tae, a frail and undersized student from Onyang in South Chungcheong Province, finds himself at the lowest rung of the school's hierarchy. In order to change his circumstances, he decides to switch to the nearby Buyeo Agricultural High School. It is here that he encounters an unforeseen event that ends up altering the course of his life.

Kwon Do Hun is a skilled marksman and a covert operative for the National Intelligence Service. To protect his true identity, he leads a double life as an ordinary employee at a trading company, keeping his wife, Kang Yu Ra, unaware of his real job. Despite his busy schedule, Kwon Do Hun deeply values his relationship with his wife. Meanwhile, Kang Yu Ra, a devoted homemaker, holds a hidden secret. Their peaceful life is disrupted when Tae Gu appears, jeopardizing their carefully constructed facade.

In order to safeguard her family, Hong Tae Ra is required to assume the role of the First Lady of Korea. Living a flawless life alongside her spouse, Pyo Jae Hyun, and their child, she is haunted by a mysterious past that she cannot recall. However, when her memories resurface, she is confronted with a troubling history that disrupts her existence. Determined to seek retribution against those who have harmed her, Hong Tae Ra finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal. Meanwhile, Pyo Jae Hyun, a renowned innovator in neural smart patch technology, is recognized for his strong leadership skills and rational demeanor. As speculations about his potential presidential candidacy gain momentum, his life becomes entwined with the complexities of the political sphere.