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If Time Flows Back(如果岁月可回头)

2020China
Family RelationshipFriendshipHealingMultiple CouplesRomanceSlice Of Life

Following the end of their marriages, three men embark on a journey of healing in the same city. Bai Zhi Yong, Huang Jiu Heng, and Lan Tian Yu, all strangers from the city, decide to start fresh in a new place. There, they encounter the enigmatic Jiang Xiao Mei, who becomes a pivotal figure in their lives. Through their shared experiences, the group forms a strong bond and learns to lean on each other during difficult times. By the end of their journey, they emerge with a renewed perspective on family, love, and work.

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Recommendation: My Bittersweet Taiwan similar to If Time Flows Back
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My Bittersweet Taiwan(台湾往事)

2018China
FriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceSlice Of LifeDramaFirst LoveHistoricalWar

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Slice Of Life themes with a 40% similarity match.

The narrative focuses on three young males attending Taiwan Hsinchu Senior High School during the Japanese occupation. Lin Qing Wen, Zhou Shao Zhen, and Zhuang Shi Geng are long-time companions who endured hardships together during the colonial period. The challenges they encountered and the harsh treatment they experienced at the hands of the Japanese authorities stirred up their patriotic sentiments, ultimately guiding them down separate journeys.

Recommendation: A Little Mood for Love similar to If Time Flows Back
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A Little Mood for Love(小敏家)

2021China
HealingMultiple CouplesRomanceFamilyLife

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Healing, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The fourth part of the 'Little' series explores themes of divorce, remarriage, and rediscovering love and happiness within a new family dynamic. This information is sourced from DramaWiki. The series is available in two versions: 40 episodes on DVD and 45 episodes on TV.

Recommendation: Love Is Back similar to If Time Flows Back
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Love Is Back(爱情回来了)

2014China
FriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceComedyLifeMultiple Mains

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Three sets of couples navigate the pressures from society and their families to tie the knot. Ming Liang and Gao Jian are rivals at work, but both share a similar perspective on marriage - they prefer casual relationships over commitment. However, as their feelings for each other deepen, they embark on a secret romance that challenges their beliefs about marriage. Bao Nian Nian falls in love with the charming Fang SiQi and unexpectedly becomes pregnant. Despite pressure from their families to wed, Nian Nian experiences a miscarriage on the day they obtain their marriage license. With their original reason for marriage now gone, the couple must decide the fate of their relationship. Meanwhile, Yu Xiao Nuo is in a relationship with Cheng Lei, a struggling musician, but hesitates to marry him due to his financial situation. As Xiao Nuo seeks a wealthy partner, Cheng Lei's career takes off. Will these couples opt for marriage or pursue alternative paths to happiness?

Recommendation: A Family Has Children in the First Place similar to If Time Flows Back
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A Family Has Children in the First Place(家有儿女初长成)

2018China
Family RelationshipFriendshipRomanceComedyFamilyLife

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

A new version of the 2005 family comedy series Happy Household follows the lives of two blended families navigating the challenges of living together. Siblings Jiang Nan, 25, and Jiang Bei, 22, find themselves in a unique situation when their parents divorce and divide their shared apartment. Jiang Nan and her mother Wu Qiong take the upper level, while Jiang Bei and his father Jiang Guo Li reside downstairs. Jiang Guo Li, 50, marries the 35-year-old gym instructor Dai Ling Ling, who has a son named Tong Tong. Wu Qiong, 49, ties the knot with Du Wei, a longtime idol of hers who is an actor. Du Wei has a daughter named Yang Yang, who is 12 years old. This arrangement leads to the two sets of parents and their four children living together under one roof.

Recommendation: Paper Cut similar to If Time Flows Back
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Paper Cut(春暖花又开)

2019China
Family RelationshipFriendshipRomanceDebtDramaLife

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

A tale of Tian Chuang Hua, the daughter-in-law of the Ma family, who faces numerous challenges in her life but finds the strength to assist her village. Tian Chuang Hua, known for her devotion as a wife and daughter-in-law, had hoped for her husband to return for the new year, only to be presented with divorce papers instead. Along with her daughter, they encounter their own difficulties, including debt collectors at their door. Amidst these struggles, she receives the devastating news of her father's passing but remains committed to her in-laws. Tian Chuang Hua's compassion is acknowledged when her parents-in-law choose her over their own son. Despite the hardships, she tackles her issues one by one and embarks on a journey to promote tourism in the village. In a stroke of luck, she uncovers the precious art of paper-cutting skills possessed by her mother-in-law.

Recommendation: Sanatorium for Love similar to If Time Flows Back
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Sanatorium for Love(失恋疗养院)

2019China
FriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceBreak UpDramaPsychological

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

'Sanctuary of Healing Hearts' is a workshop run by Li Xiao Ming, aimed at assisting individuals who have been through heartbreak to move forward and embrace a fresh start. An introduction by a mutual friend led An Ran to seek out Xiao Ming's guidance following a recent breakup with her long-term boyfriend, Zhu Yong. Struggling with the aftermath of the relationship and challenges in her career, An Ran found solace in the supportive environment of the workshop as she embarked on a journey towards healing and self-discovery. Surrounded by others who shared similar emotional wounds, An Ran found comfort and strength through their shared experiences, ultimately rebuilding her confidence in love and redefining her perspective on relationships. Through mutual support and encouragement, they each embarked on a path towards self-renewal and a brighter future... (iQiyi)

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Sisters Palpitate With Excitement(怦然心动的小姐姐)

2020China
HealingRomance

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Healing and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

Su Yiwen was once a cheerful and hopeful young girl. As she matured, her outlook turned negative and her self-confidence waned. Peng Xizhe made a silent promise to assist Su Yiwen in rediscovering her former self. Through Peng Xizhe's affection and support, Su Yiwen gradually rediscovers her true identity.

Recommendation: Precious Family similar to If Time Flows Back
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Precious Family(부모님 전상서)

2004South Korea
Family RelationshipFriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceAutismDisabilityDramaFriends To LoversNeurodevelopmental DisorderUnhealthy Mains' Relationship

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

The play illustrates the ways in which a kind-hearted family navigates life's challenges, demonstrating that their mutual affection provides support through even the toughest obstacles they encounter.

Recommendation: The Gentlemen of Wolgyesu Tailor Shop similar to If Time Flows Back
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The Gentlemen of Wolgyesu Tailor Shop(월계수 양복점 신사들)

2016South Korea
Family RelationshipFriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceBromanceComedyDramaLifeMultiple MainsPower Struggle

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Laurel Tree Tailor Shop, a family-run establishment, has been operating for nearly a century. The master tailor, Lee Man Sool, has mastered the rare skill of crafting bespoke suits. After deciding to leave, Man Sool leaves behind a note for his wife, instructing her to sell the traditional shop, as he believes it can no longer sustain itself and lacks the strength to do it himself. His family—his wife, son, and daughter—are shocked by his choice. Meanwhile, his former apprentice is heartbroken upon hearing of Man Sool’s departure and considers returning to the shop, a move his wife prohibits. Family dynamics become complicated when Dong Jin unexpectedly loses his position as president of his father-in-law’s company, and his wife initiates divorce proceedings. Convinced that returning to his father's tailor shop is his best option, Dong Jin makes that decision. The seamstresses are eager to keep the shop running until their boss returns, but one woman is hesitant due to her negative experiences with Dong Jin. What will it take to rescue this cherished community shop? (Viki)

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In Love With a Rich Girl(愛上千金美眉)

2004Taiwan
FriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceCharacter DevelopmentRiches To RagsSismance

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Albee is a privileged, sophisticated young woman who has never faced any challenges in her life. On her birthday, she is shocked when her long-term boyfriend Huang Bo Cheng does not propose to her as expected. Her world is turned upside down when her father is forced to leave the country, leaving her without a home, family, or partner. To make matters worse, she discovers through the media that Huang Bo Cheng and her close friend Zhen Zhen have been having a secret relationship. As if that wasn't enough, she also realizes that a paparazzi is following her. What will Albee do in this situation?

Recommendation: Let It Fly similar to If Time Flows Back
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Let It Fly(讓愛飛揚)

2016Taiwan
Family RelationshipFriendshipRomanceAerospace IndustryAviation IndustryEnemies To Lovers

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yue Feng, Ao Xiang, and Shen Li Xing were studying abroad to become pilots. Upon their return to Taiwan, Ao Xiang opens a surf shop, Shen Li Xing manages a bar, and Yue Feng becomes a flight instructor. Yue Feng is surprised to find that the new principal at his flight school is his former instructor, Rong Yi. However, Rong Yi is not pleased with Yue Feng's teaching style or the romantic entanglement involving his daughter Rong Hao Yi, Yue Feng, and Ao Xiang. As they navigate these complex relationships, they also encounter Rong Hao Yi's friend, Ma Yu Qing, her brother Rong Hao Yang, and a globetrotting girl named Yao Ai Ai. In addition to forming new connections, they must also find a way to communicate effectively with the strict Rong Yi.

Recommendation: Confession (2002) similar to If Time Flows Back
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Confession (2002)(고백)

2002South Korea
Family RelationshipFriendshipRomanceBest Friends RelationshipInfidelityLove Triangle

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yoon Mi trembles uncontrollably as her husband reveals his affair with a young actress from the stage. The affair has lasted for six months, during which he claims to have faced challenges, leading him to seek a divorce. Yoon Mi, a successful doctor, has always been the envy of her high school friend Jung Hee, who is dissatisfied with her role as a housewife. This story explores the complexities of marriage, family, and female friendship, as both women navigate divorce and strive to overcome their despair, prompting a reflection on the true essence of married life.

Recommendation: Life after Death similar to If Time Flows Back
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Life after Death(那些我愛過的人)

2020Hong Kong
Family RelationshipHealingRomanceCar AccidentDeathDramaSisters' Relationship

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Healing, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

After a tragic car accident, Keung Yuk Sing and Laura Fong Lok Man are left devastated after losing their spouses. Seven years later, Yuk Sing unexpectedly crosses paths with Laura once more. Laura reconnects with her estranged sister, Sherman Fong Shu Man, with the assistance of Dr. Koo Hei Sun, who has Asperger syndrome. Meanwhile, Laura is mourning the loss of her mother-in-law and trying to care for her daughter, Chu Hang Yee, and stepson, Chu Ka Bing. On the other hand, Yuk Sing is struggling to understand the needs of his teenage daughter, Keung Chi Yau. As Ka Bing and Chi Yau grow closer, their mutual friend, Eden Mok Yu Him, causes complications in their relationship, and the truth about the car accident begins to emerge, leading to significant changes for everyone involved. (TVBAnywhere)

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Agreed Not to Cry(说好不流泪)

2013China
FriendshipRomanceLife

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

A tale of renewal and transformation chronicles the journey of a humble family. Following a 14-year stint in prison, Jian Leng embarks on a quest to reconstruct his life and unexpectedly finds solace in a woman who runs an art gallery, carrying emotional scars from her past marriage. Leng Jian's wife was tragically assaulted 14 years earlier, leading him to retaliate against the perpetrator, leaving the man paralyzed for life. As a consequence, Leng Jian receives an 18-year prison sentence for his actions. Upon his early release after serving 14 years, Leng Jian is disheartened to find that neither his estranged younger sister Leng Shan nor his son Leng Tianyou, whom he has never met, are there to greet him. Leng Shan's close friend Yuan Shan is the proprietor of an art gallery and is in a respectful yet passionless marriage with her wealthy husband Cai Yonghao. Their relationship deteriorates due to the interference of a third party. In aiding Yuan Shan in finding love once more, Leng Jian discovers himself developing feelings for her, and the two wounded souls embark on a journey of healing through each other's companionship.

Recommendation: Women on the Breadfruit Tree similar to If Time Flows Back
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Women on the Breadfruit Tree(麵包樹上的女人)

2015China
FriendshipRomanceDrama

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

This story follows three close friends on a quest to locate a tree that produces bread, which they believe belongs to them. The concept of 'bread' in this context could represent material wealth, vanity, or even be symbolic. These three friends first met at the age of 13 while playing volleyball, and their bond grew as they navigated the challenges and joys of growing up together. Throughout their journey, they experienced the complexities of first love, emotional highs and lows, and the challenges of loving and being loved. Each friend shared their unique perspectives on relationships, with discussions ranging from the allure of bad boys to the importance of finding a partner who brings happiness. Ultimately, the story delves into the age-old dilemma faced by women - choosing between material comfort ('bread') and emotional fulfillment through love.

Recommendation: Beijing Drifters Love Story similar to If Time Flows Back
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Beijing Drifters Love Story(北漂爱情故事)

2019China
FriendshipRomanceLife

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

Wu Yu Chao, a university graduate working in an office, decided to move into a shared house in Tiantongyuan to be closer to his crush, Lu XiaoYan, from college. In this new living arrangement, he encountered a diverse group of young individuals, each with their own unique stories. One of them is Liu Yi Dong, a 20-year-old rebellious high school graduate whose mother, Sister Lan, and stepfather moved in with her after their divorce. Another resident is ZhangJian, a 26-year-old real estate agent who struggles with the fast-paced life in Beijing due to his poor performance. Qin Yun Juan, 23, works as a KTV waiter and dreams of bringing her daughter from her hometown to live with her. Tang Xiao Rou, 27, is an aspiring internet celebrity who hopes to make a living through live streaming. Despite their differences, these six individuals bond over a shared experience of standing up against a difficult landlord situation. Through this common struggle, they develop trust, friendship, and work together towards achieving their desired lives and dreams. The shared house becomes a microcosm of urban youth, where emotions run high, decisions are made, and life goes on for those who choose to stay.

Recommendation: Unbeatable You similar to If Time Flows Back
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Unbeatable You(逆流而上的你)

2019China
Family RelationshipFriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceBetrayalBetrayed By A Significant OtherChasing A DreamComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadLifeSaleswoman Female Lead

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

When a saleswoman and her spouse face challenges at work threatening their dreams, they work hard to improve their financial situation. Liu Ai is a top performer in sales, while her husband Yang Guang works as a designer. Their goal is to earn enough money to start a family and buy a home. However, when Liu Ai's boss refuses to pay her rightful earnings at the end of the year, she quits in anger. Meanwhile, Yang Guang also experiences work-related issues. With support from friends, they decide to overcome these obstacles. Liu Ai takes a leap of faith by starting her own business, aiming to excel in sales.

Recommendation: Define Your Own Success similar to If Time Flows Back
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Define Your Own Success(追分成功)

2023Taiwan
FriendshipRomanceDrama

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Summer Wind similar to If Time Flows Back
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Summer Wind(被风吹过的夏天)

2022China
FriendshipRomanceOrgan Transplantation

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A heart transplant connects the lives of Xia Yuan Xing, a talented musician from Chongqing, with Luo Jia Heng, a wealthy man from Singapore. After receiving Xia Yuan Xing's heart, Luo Jia Heng found himself drawn back to Chongqing, where he encountered Xia Yuan Xing's old friends: Yu Xiao Xiao, Dai Ying Xi, and Cheng Feng Ming. The four of them embarked on a journey filled with love, laughter, and tears.

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Yummy Yummy

2005Hong Kong
FriendshipRomanceFood

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

A culinary competition program that travels between Singapore and Hong Kong features a group of contestants vying to win their own restaurant. The show also explores a romantic entanglement involving Gai Zai, Mandy, Ling Mong, and Oh Sieu.

Recommendation: Diamond Girl similar to If Time Flows Back
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Diamond Girl(ダイヤモンドガール)

2003Japan
FriendshipRomanceBusiness

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

A young woman who has had an easy life experiences a romantic setback that motivates her to start a new career at a law firm, a field she is unfamiliar with. This romantic comedy follows her journey as she navigates love and work, discovering the true value of a person as she strives to become a capable and respected woman. Reika Nanjo, with her radiant beauty, has always believed that physical appearance is a woman's most important asset. After her engagement to Shinichiro Natsume is unexpectedly called off, she rushes back to Japan to confront him. Unable to meet with him at his law office without an appointment, she disguises herself as a job applicant and lands a position at the firm. Her supervisor, Kosuke Nabeshima, is a unique and unconventional lawyer who stands out from the elite crowd.

Recommendation: Kekkon Shinai similar to If Time Flows Back
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Kekkon Shinai(結婚しない)

2012Japan
FriendshipRomanceLife

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

Tanaka Chiharu works as a temporary staff member at a travel agency and is currently 34 years old. She hasn't been in a relationship for more than five years and is feeling anxious about not being able to find a partner, especially as her friends of similar age are all getting married. On the other hand, Kirishima Haruko, a successful landscape architect, is 44 years old and has been involved in a long-term affair with her boss. Due to this, she has taken a more long-term approach to romance and has resigned herself to not getting married. Despite their age and personality differences, Chiharu and Haruko meet for the first time at Chiharu's sister's wedding and immediately hit it off. They decide to live together at Haruko's place, leading to a delightful and sometimes turbulent interaction between them. While they often argue, they also provide each other with much-needed support. Kudo Junpei, a 32-year-old part-time employee at a flower shop, is a kind-hearted and sensitive individual who is hesitant when it comes to love. He lacks the confidence to marry and take care of someone else, let alone a whole family.

Recommendation: Pretty Woman (2003) similar to If Time Flows Back
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Pretty Woman (2003)(귀여운 여인)

2003South Korea
FriendshipRomanceDrama

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

Persuading men to purchase luxury items for her, Jang Shin Young trades these items for money to support herself and her incarcerated mother. One of these men, Kwon Hae Hyo, uses his friend's funds to buy Jang luxury goods. Upon discovering this, his friend, Jung Sun Kyung, is determined to locate the culprit. Jung, a dedicated college professor who works as a milk delivery person in the mornings to make ends meet, is shaken by the jokes played by her student Lee Ji Hoon, who initially dislikes her. Surprisingly, Lee gradually develops feelings for Jung, while Jang falls for Lee's wealthy older brother, Jung Bo Suhk. Jung Bo Suhk, a divorced playboy with a teenage daughter, eventually wins Jang's heart with his true self. Despite facing challenges such as age and class differences, the sons of the Seine Hotel president, Jung Bo Suhk and Lee Ji Hoon, both fall for Jang Shin Young and Jung Sun Kyung. In a society plagued by widening wealth gaps, Jang Shin Young and Jung Sun Kyung lean on each other during tough times to blossom into elegant women.

Recommendation: My Lovely Fool similar to If Time Flows Back
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My Lovely Fool(내사랑 못난이)

2006South Korea
Multiple CouplesRomanceFake Relationship

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Multiple Couples and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

This narrative follows a woman named Cha Yeon, who spends her childhood in an orphanage alongside her friend Ho Tae. After growing up, Cha Yeon marries and has a child, Duri, but eventually goes through a divorce. Duri is born with health issues, prompting Cha Yeon to take on various jobs to fund her son’s treatment. Following a scandal involving Shin Dong Joo, she consents to enter into a marriage of convenience. Complicating matters further, Dong Joo’s girlfriend feels neglected due to this arrangement, and his ex-wife starts developing feelings for Ho Tae, Cha Yeon’s friend. At the same time, Seung Hye’s sister is a patient at the hospital where Dong Joo’s brother is employed.

Recommendation: Finding Love (2007) similar to If Time Flows Back
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Finding Love (2007)(연애의 발견)

2007South Korea
FriendshipRomanceMiniseries

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the intertwining tales of love and friendship experienced by four young individuals, set against a backdrop of both reality and romance. Kim Yoon Seo finds herself torn between her ideal partner, Ji Won, and her long-time friend, Kang Hyuk, who has been in her life for a decade. However, Min Yong is already committed to Chae Yi Yun.

Recommendation: I, My Brother similar to If Time Flows Back
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I, My Brother(我和我的兄弟~恩)

2011Taiwan
FriendshipRomanceFamily

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

Da Hui, a 19-year-old, grew up in challenging circumstances alongside his older brother Da En, who is 20 years old but has the intellectual capacity of a 10-year-old. After losing their parents, they have relied on their grandmother for support. Da Hui had a simple love with his childhood friend Lu Wei Wei, but their relationship ended due to fate, leaving them with regrets.

Recommendation: An Adopted Daughter similar to If Time Flows Back
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An Adopted Daughter(思慕的人)

2015Taiwan
Family RelationshipRomanceDrama

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

The series covers the period from Japan's occupation of Taiwan to the return of Taiwan after the 1960s. It tells the story of a young woman named Yuki Qing Fu Lai who is raised by foster parents and her mother sacrifices her childhood in Nakasi. The plot also involves singing, as well as the intertwined love issues among Yuki, her childhood friend Ming Yi, and their friend Wenchang.

Recommendation: Fujin Street - Stories of the Street similar to If Time Flows Back
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Fujin Street - Stories of the Street(富錦街-這條街上的那些故事)

2017Taiwan
FriendshipRomanceLife

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

Sen, a Malaysian native, migrated to Taiwan for educational purposes where he crossed paths with Xin Yan. Their romance took an unexpected turn when Xin Yan decided to pursue studies overseas. Years later, the duo reunites on a familiar street, their appearances altered by time but their emotions unchanged. The narrative revolves around the events unfolding on Fujin Street involving the couple and their circle of friends, reflecting relatable experiences encountered by many.

Recommendation: Tae Hee, Hye Kyo, Ji Hyun similar to If Time Flows Back
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Tae Hee, Hye Kyo, Ji Hyun(태희혜교지현이)

2009South Korea
FriendshipRomanceFamily

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The show is characterized by its upbeat portrayal of the lives of its female protagonists, along with their relatives and companions.

Recommendation: Flirty Boy and Girl similar to If Time Flows Back
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Flirty Boy and Girl(썸남썸녀)

2014South Korea
Multiple CouplesRomanceDrama

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Multiple Couples and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

A quintessential flirty boy and girl from Korea cross paths. This series showcases the dynamics of eleven individuals—five women and six men—who come together in a village to engage in flirtation. Among them are workaholics, penny-pinchers, and lifelong singles, all participating in a reality dating show. One pair sparks an immediate connection, while another couple struggles to find common ground, and the rest gradually uncover their feelings for one another. Will they ultimately discover genuine love?

Recommendation: Working Mom similar to If Time Flows Back
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Working Mom(워킹맘)

2008South Korea
Family RelationshipRomanceOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

The story revolves around Choi Ga Young, a former successful businesswoman who has transitioned into a housewife. Her flourishing career came to a halt when she became pregnant with her younger boyfriend's child. Currently, she is married to Park Jae Sung, and they have two sons. In her desire to ensure a stable future for her children, she seeks out a partner for her father, hoping he will remarry. However, she faces challenges as her stepmother refuses to take care of her children while she returns to work, and on top of that, her husband is clandestinely involved with a colleague.

Recommendation: Chinese Partner similar to If Time Flows Back
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Chinese Partner(中国式合伙人)

2018China
FriendshipRomanceBusiness

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

Chinese Partner follows the story of three close male friends as they navigate the transition from inexperienced university students in the 1990s to prominent figures in the field of IT. As they strive towards their shared ambitions, their loyalty to each other and their aspirations is put to the test.

Recommendation: Feel 100% (2002) similar to If Time Flows Back
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Feel 100% (2002)(百分百感覺)

2002Hong Kong
FriendshipRomanceManhua Adaptation

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 29% similarity match.

The primary characters consist of two close male companions, Jerry and Hui Lok, along with their female acquaintance, Cherie. The narrative focuses on their interactions with others, such as Jenny and Kei Kei, as well as among themselves.

Recommendation: Nie Yuan (2010) similar to If Time Flows Back
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Nie Yuan (2010)(孽缘)

2010China
Family RelationshipFriendshipRomanceFriends To EnemiesLifeRapeSexual AssaultUnexpected Pregnancy

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

College student Wang Hai Ling is assaulted by the boyfriend of her close friend Zhang Yu Mei, named Liu Duo Gui. Despite facing backlash from her family for going public with the incident, Hai Ling decides to take legal action against him. Regrettably, Yu Mei turns against Hai Ling and provides a false testimony, leading to Duo Gui being acquitted. Subsequently, Hai Ling discovers she is pregnant and leaves her hometown in disgrace. During this difficult time, she encounters Li BaoQuan and begins to believe in the possibility of a brighter tomorrow...

Recommendation: Return of Happiness similar to If Time Flows Back
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Return of Happiness(幸福归来)

2015China
Family RelationshipFriendshipRomanceBirth SecretBusinessChildhood Friends RelationshipIdentity SwapUnrequited Love

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Yu You Wei was unknowingly stripped of her wealthy heiress status and replaced by a different girl when she was young. With the assistance of Han Ming, she sets out to pursue her dream of sailing. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges, including uncovering the truth about her true identity.

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Why Get Married(結婚為什麼)

2016China
FriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceDramaEnemies To LoversFake MarriageLifeMultiple Mains

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Following a night of excessive drinking, three close friends Wang Ran, Lao Diao, and Guang Dong awaken on a yacht with splitting headaches and unexpected marriage certificates! Wang Ran, who is already engaged to her ideal partner, finds herself married to her former college sweetheart who vanished without a trace; young businesswoman Lao Diao is now wedded to a conceited heir who constantly irritates her, and the easygoing Guang Dong is now the husband of a materialistic and attractive model, a situation he surprisingly doesn't seem to mind. As the story unfolds, the trio becomes increasingly involved in the lives of their fake spouses, leading to changes in their initial perceptions as well as personal growth along the way!

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Useless Her(下午一点的她)

2020China
FriendshipRomanceSlice Of LifeBusinessDramaFamilySismanceWeb Series

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Romance, and Slice Of Life themes with a 27% similarity match.

Xiao Wen and Su Xi initially did not get along, but soon realized they shared similar traits and fears. Xiao Wen has not received her salary from work for six months, and her father has moved on with a new partner, Zhu Yun, shortly after her mother's tragic accident. Xiao Wen blames herself for her mother's death after ignoring her mother's phone call, leading to the accident at her grandmother's house. Su Xi, on the other hand, is a perfectionist who has struggled with her parents' divorce, feeling abandoned by her mother and sorry for her father. Despite their differences, Xiao Wen and Su Xi eventually transition from dislike to empathy and eventually become a source of support for each other. Life may not always be perfect, but moving forward with positivity is key.

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Sexy Central(性敢中環)

2019Hong Kong
FriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceEmotionally Strong Female LeadLove TriangleMultiple MainsSexual ContentSismance

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Five young women in the vibrant heart of Hong Kong navigate through issues of betrayal, unreciprocated love, and matters of the heart. It can be seen as the Hong Kong equivalent of the popular American series "Sex and the City".

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Dosokai (2010)(同窓会)

2010Japan
Family RelationshipFriendshipRomanceClass ReunionDramaInfidelityMiniseriesRecession

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Miyazawa Tomomi, a homemaker whose husband is unemployed, faces the loss of her beloved home as her family adjusts to financial difficulties during the economic downturn. Despite these challenges, she eagerly anticipates her upcoming middle school reunion, where she looks forward to reconnecting with old friends and past romantic interests. The reunion proves to be a transformative moment for not only Tomomi, but also for her classmates, including Sugiyama Kosuke, Nishikawa Yoko, and Okubo Shinichi. The question remains: how will the lives of these four individuals change in the aftermath of their reunion?

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Watashi ga Renai Dekinai Riyuu(私が恋愛できない理由)

2011Japan
FriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceDramaFemale Centered PlotLifeMiniseriesSismance

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Emi works as a lighting technician at a company that specializes in lighting. Due to her predominantly male colleagues, she has adopted a more tomboyish behavior. Emi is not interested in typical girly things like fashion and has a cynical view on love. Despite this, she harbors feelings for her ex-boyfriend, who is also her coworker. Mako is a diligent office worker who is somewhat clumsy and hesitant to pursue romantic relationships. She had never been intimate with anyone until she developed feelings for a colleague. Saki is a stunning and confident young woman with aspirations of becoming a journalist. However, she ends up working as a hostess in a bar to support her family. Saki fabricates stories about working at a prestigious publishing company to her family. She becomes romantically involved with a married man who is kind and supportive.

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Real⇔Fake: One Day's Diary(リアル⇔フェイク『 One Day's Diary』)

2020Japan
FriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceBromanceLifeMiniseriesMultiple MainsMusic

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Several months after Akane disappeared and her case was resolved, everything has returned to normal. The story now follows the daily routines of the six members of "Stellar Crowns" as they peacefully coexist in a new shared residence. This three-episode special drama offers viewers a glimpse into the private lives of the idols and showcases their unique relationships with each other. (TBS)

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An Innocent Mistake(罪美麗)

2012Taiwan
HealingRomanceSlice Of LifeDramaEvil Step-ParentFather-Daughter RelationshipIllnessMother-Daughter Relationship

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Healing, Romance, and Slice Of Life themes with a 27% similarity match.

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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Beethoven Virus(베토벤 바이러스)

2008South Korea
Family RelationshipFriendshipRomanceSlice Of LifeClassical MusicDramaLove TriangleMusicMusician Female LeadMusician Male LeadOrchestra Conductor Male LeadPoliticalViolinist Female Lead

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Romance, and Slice Of Life themes with a 27% similarity match.

Du Ru Mi, a violinist who struggles at night while working for the mayor during the day, is tasked with establishing a city orchestra. After being defrauded of the initial funding, she attempts to cover the loss by enlisting volunteers from all walks of life, resulting in a diverse and mismatched ensemble with varying degrees of skill. To guide them, she persuades the renowned conductor, the notorious Kang Gun Woo, to lend his expertise. Amidst competition among the group, which includes Ru Mi's talented neighbor who serves as a police officer and shares the same name, along with ongoing political challenges, the members strive to pursue their orchestral aspirations and ultimately discover that friendships can evolve into familial bonds.

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Family by Choice(조립식 가족)

2024South Korea
Family RelationshipFriendshipRomanceSlice Of LifeBromanceComedyEmotionally Strong Female LeadEstranged ParentFamilyFirst LoveFound FamilyStudent Supporting CharacterYouth

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Romance, and Slice Of Life themes with a 27% similarity match.

A decade later, Kim San Ha, Yun Ju Won, and Kang Hae Jun come together again after being brought up by their fathers. However, tensions arise as San Ha and Hae Jun, who had been in search of their biological families, left Ju Won feeling abandoned. Ju Won now harbors resentment towards them, while each one grapples with their own family issues. Additionally, one of them finds themselves developing romantic feelings for Ju Won. Will they be able to mend their relationship and revive their bond, or will romance further complicate things?

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City of Angels (2015)(天使的城)

2015China
FriendshipRomanceDramaLife

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Embarrassed People a Happy Life(囧人的幸福生活)

2012China
FriendshipRomanceDramaFamily

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 25% similarity match.

This year's drama resonated with Chinese audiences, focusing on themes such as housing prices, love, and marriage. The storyline revolved around a group of young individuals striving to achieve their dreams despite facing harsh realities. Ma Xiaodong, born in the 1980s, faced challenges after getting married and securing a bank loan to buy a house without informing his girlfriend, leading to a series of unfortunate events. Meanwhile, Liang Meili, a white-collar worker, struggled to sell an apartment to support her family amid financial difficulties. Through ups and downs, the characters navigated through work-related issues, personal differences, and parental expectations, all while seeking love, stability, and a place to call home. Ultimately, their perseverance and mutual support helped them overcome obstacles and find happiness in creating a warm and loving home.

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Scent of a Woman (2012)(青春四十)

2012China
FriendshipRomanceDramaSismance

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The plot centers around three women in their forties: Ye Hong, a cashier at a supermarket, Du Xiao Ling, a lawyer, and Song Qing, who has recently returned from living abroad. Ye Hong, after divorcing her gambling-addicted ex-husband, moves into a room in a house owned by He Jing, a taxi driver who is also divorced. The situation becomes complicated when He Jing's ex-wife and Ye Hong's ex-husband both move in at the same time, leading to awkward interactions among the four residents. This drama addresses the prevalent issue of single middle-aged individuals, showcasing the perspectives of urban dwellers on marriage and relationships. It follows the journey of these women as they navigate their lives, pursue happiness, and demonstrate strength and resilience.

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Bosom Friend( 新閨蜜時代)

2014China
FriendshipRomanceDramaLife

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The narrative follows three young women navigating life in a bustling city, experiencing various stages of growth and development together.

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Soulmate(소울메이트)

2006South Korea
FriendshipMultiple CouplesRomanceClingy Female LeadComedyEccentric Female LeadMultiple MainsNice Male LeadSitcom

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The individual you encounter just once in your life, brought to you by destiny! This person is what you refer to as your soulmate. In 2006, your soulmate is quietly approaching you... What if my other half is truly out there; will I recognize them? This is a question that anyone of marrying age might ponder. It's a period when matchmaking services are inundated with individuals! Attempt to redefine the genuine essence of love and marriage as you observe six couples navigating the same experiences you are. We will reveal all the essentials you need to understand in the realm of romance! This sitcom is suitable for both young adults and older viewers. People of all ages can enjoy it and gain insights from its sincere and continuous discussions on love. It provides its audience with definitive answers to the questions surrounding the "love game" and addresses complex topics in an easily digestible manner. The series will disclose everything you've ever wanted to learn, from spending a night with someone you’re not fond of to completely winning over a guy's heart, and much more!! It unveils all the secrets of romance. "It’s easier to captivate a woman’s heart than to sip wine." Dong Wook is a notorious playboy who is beyond anyone's reach. "My boyfriend for five years!! He is absolutely my soulmate!!" Soo Kyung is a girl who is solely focused on one man like a sunflower and embodies a perfect, innocent spirit. Two people who have never crossed paths, living on opposite ends of the globe, each love and live in their unique ways, but eventually, they start to gravitate toward the same aspirations and share similar feelings. Two souls brought together by fate in a world filled with tangled destinies. Now, astonishing events, previously unimaginable, begin to unfold between them. (MBC Global Media)

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Stardom(明星志愿)

2016China
FriendshipRomanceFantasyMusic

Like If Time Flows Back, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 25% similarity match.

Lin Fen Fen is striving to achieve her dream of becoming a singer, despite facing rejection in auditions. After a fortunate turn of events, she catches the attention of a company and embarks on her journey in idol training. Despite encountering challenges and putting in a lot of effort, Fen Fen perseveres in pursuit of her aspirations, forms new bonds, and finds love along the way.