In the Name of the Brother - Asian drama recommendation
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In the Name of the Brother(哈尔滨一九四四)

2024China
1940sChinese Communist PartyChinese Communist RevolutionHistoricalHistorical FictionIdentical Twin Male LeadKwantung ArmyManchukuoMysteryPoliticalPolitical UnrestSecret OrganizationThrillerUndercover Operation

During the year 1944 in Harbin, a city controlled by the Manchukuo regime, Song Zhuo Wen, a member of an underground party disguised as a railway police officer, is mistakenly identified by spy chief Guan Xue as her savior

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Recommendation: Undercover (2010) similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Undercover (2010)(内线)

2010China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Communist RevolutionHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalChinese Republican EraKuomintang (KMT)War

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Communist Revolution, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 29% similarity match.

In the midst of the War of Liberation, Communist troops devised a plan to liberate China by crossing the Yangtze River and seizing control of the Kuomintang (KMT) capital. The city of Linjiang suddenly emerged as a crucial strategic point for both Communist and KMT forces. Chen Huai Yuan, the brave Commanding Officer of Linjiang and a respected KMT general, found himself in a challenging position as he navigated between the Communist troops and internal conflicts within his own party, torn between siding with the Communists or remaining faithful to the KMT. The presence of spies embedded in Linjiang would ultimately have a significant impact on the final outcome.

Recommendation: Dark Night and Dawn similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Dark Night and Dawn(暗夜与黎明)

2024China
1940sChinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerAgent Supporting CharacterCo-workers' RelationshipCrimeFormer Police Officer Male LeadGun ViolencePolice Officer Male LeadSpy Supporting CharacterUndercover Agent Male Lead

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features 1940s, Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative follows the experiences of the initial group of public security officers in Shanghai circa 1950, as they combat Chiang Kai-shek's covert operatives aiming to destabilize the fledgling New China. The focus is on the partnership between a bright young policeman who struggled in the previous regime but finds success and growth in the new era, and a seasoned agent of the Chinese Communist Party.

Recommendation: Special Tasks similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Special Tasks(特别行动)

2024China
1940sChinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageKuomintang (KMT)

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features 1940s, Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 26% similarity match.

The novel narrates the clash between Kuomintang and Communist operatives over physicist Tong Jiang Nan in Hong Kong in 1948. Following the release of the "May Day Slogan," a group of patriotic democrats led by Professor Tong Jiang Nan in Hong Kong actively heeded the Communist Party's call to return to the liberated areas. The Kuomintang reactionaries sought to hinder this effort and dispatched Zhang Mu and others to exert control over Professor Tong and his associates. Su Xing, a former student of Professor Tong Jiang Nan, was tasked by the organization to accompany the democrats back to the liberated areas in Hong Kong. This led to intense confrontations with the Kuomintang reactionaries, culminating in a life-or-death struggle.

Recommendation: Di Xia Di Shang similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Di Xia Di Shang(地下地上)

2009China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Communist RevolutionHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageKuomintang (KMT)RevolutionSpy Male Lead

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Communist Revolution, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Great Expectations similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Great Expectations(远大前程)

2018China
HistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalThrillerChinese Republican EraSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

In a tale of ambition and self-discovery, a man from a small town relocates to the city with his mother and best friend in search of employment. They stay temporarily with an old acquaintance of his, who finds himself caught in the middle of a conflict between labor union members fighting for their rights and ruthless employers seeking to suppress their protests. As the man navigates the complex political landscape, he rises through the ranks of society. However, he grapples with inner dissatisfaction over the person he has become. Eventually, he discovers a newfound sense of purpose and a cause that transcends material wealth and influence.

Recommendation: Xiang Nan Qu similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Xiang Nan Qu(向南去)

2025China
1940sChinese Communist PartyChinese Communist RevolutionHistoricalHistorical FictionBased On A True StoryChinese Republican EraFilmed VerticallyRadio Station SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features 1940s, Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Communist Revolution, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative follows Lu Feng, a radio operator who played a crucial role behind the scenes for an extended period

Recommendation: The Jinggangshan similar to In the Name of the Brother
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The Jinggangshan(井冈山)

2007China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalChinese Republican EraKuomintang (KMT)

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Cliff (2012) similar to In the Name of the Brother
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The Cliff (2012)(悬崖 )

2012China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryPoliticalActionChinese Republican EraDramaEspionageInvestigationKuomintang (KMT)Spy Male Lead

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Political themes with a 24% similarity match.

In 1938, in the city of Harbin in Heilongjiang, China, Zhou Yi, a special agent for the Communist Party, has successfully infiltrated enemy territory posing as a high-ranking official. Gu Qiu Yan, an experienced telegraph operator, has been sent by the Communists to pretend to be Zhou Yi's wife. They must now confront the meticulous and formidable Guomindang special agent, Gao Bin, who could reveal their true identities at any moment. Initially struggling to cooperate, Zhou Yi and Gu Qiu Yan slowly start to develop their relationship.

Recommendation: Proof of Identity similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Proof of Identity(身份的证明)

2009China
Chinese Communist RevolutionHistoricalHistorical FictionThrillerChinese Republican EraSchemeSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Revolution, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: Thin Ice similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Thin Ice(薄冰)

2023China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionThrillerChinese Republican EraDramaSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

During the year 1943 in Shanghai, Chen Qian, a military operative, was tasked with eliminating the Japanese forces, but ended up being ensnared by Yujiro Ida, the leader of Japan's plum organization

Recommendation: South City Resentment similar to In the Name of the Brother
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South City Resentment(南城遗恨)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraInvestigationSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mask (2019) similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Mask (2019)(面具背后)

2019China
HistoricalHistorical FictionIdentical Twin Male LeadMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraConspiracyDeathDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderSerial Killings

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Identical Twin Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Taking place in the 1930's, the narrative follows a detective as he delves into a perplexing case and encounters a parallel version of himself. Xu Ji Fa delves into a string of homicides, getting entangled in a scheme implicating the influential upper class in Shanghai. Throughout his journey, he reconnects with his identical twin and uncovers the secrets of their lineage.

Recommendation: The Vendetta of An similar to In the Name of the Brother
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The Vendetta of An(长安二十四计)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryPoliticalThrillerGeneral Supporting CharacterMultiple MainsPainter Female LeadPainter Supporting CharacterPolitical IntriguePower StruggleScholar Male LeadTang Dynasty

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Political, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

During the Wude era, the Huben Dark Guards held dominion over Chang'an. However, when the feudal lord Xiao Wu Yang took control, they disappeared alongside the ousted emperor. There were whispers that their leader, Yan Feng Shan, intended to exploit the fallen ruler for his own purposes. Assigned by Xiao Wu Yang to eradicate the Huben, Xie Huai'an, an astute official from Huainan, recognized an opportunity for vengeance—Yan Feng Shan had murdered his father, and he had dedicated a decade to planning his retribution. Utilizing the deposed emperor as a pawn, Xie Huai'an formed an alliance with General Gu Yu, swordsman Ye Zheng, and various others who operated covertly. Together, they engaged in a clandestine conflict against the Huben, a struggle that would ultimately decide the future of the empire.

Recommendation: Iron Masked Singer similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Iron Masked Singer(铁面歌女)

2010China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraInvestigationRomanceSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Wealthy entrepreneur Bai Yi Ming took his soon-to-be wife, A Bu, to his stunning Rose Manor. A Bu experienced a series of strange occurrences and nightmares during their stay. Seeking answers, she turned to her fiance. Bai Yi Ming had a brief affair with a woman named Hu Yin Yin, promising to marry her before disappearing without a trace. Learning of her pregnancy, Hu Yin Yin traveled to Shanghai in search of Bai Yi Ming. Fate had other plans for her, as she was eventually taken care of and loved by musician Tao Da Wei. While Bai Yi Ming was involved with other women, Tao Da Wei and Hu Yin Yin faced many challenges together. They welcomed a set of twins, and Tao Da Wei discovered Hu Yin Yin's beautiful singing voice. Tragically, Hu Yin Yin was disfigured in a terrible accident, leading her to wear a mask. Their paths crossed again when Hu Yin Yin, now known as Hu Die, encountered Bai Yi Ming once more. Despite their shared history, Bai Yi Ming pursued Hu Die. However, their story did not have a happy ending, as it was eventually revealed that Hu Die had passed away.

Recommendation: Imminent Crisis similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Imminent Crisis(一触即发)

2012China
HistoricalHistorical FictionIdentical Twin Male LeadThrillerChinese Republican EraConspiracyMilitarySuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Identical Twin Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Yang Mu Chu and Yang Mu Ci, twin brothers who were separated as children, experienced contrasting upbringings in the tumultuous 1930s Shanghai. Despite facing initial misunderstandings and various challenges, the brothers eventually unite to uncover and thwart a perilous plot orchestrated by the Japanese military.

Recommendation: Silent Tides similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Silent Tides(风与潮)

2025China
1940sChinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionPatriotismSecond Sino-Japanese WarWarWorld War 2

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features 1940s, Chinese Communist Party, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 22% similarity match.

He Ruo Xian, Feng Bai Chuan, and the Shen brothers confront challenges related to finance, espionage, and the transportation of goods in Macau amidst the turmoil of World War II. Despite being spared from Japanese occupation, Macau emerges as a vital front where they valiantly strive for their country.

Recommendation: Invisible General similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Invisible General(隐形将军)

2010China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerActionChinese Civil WarCrimeInvestigationKuomintang (KMT)SchemeSlight RomanceSpy Male LeadSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Based on Han Jing's novel "The Hidden Commander," the following information is derived.

Recommendation: Lost in 1949 similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Lost in 1949(脱身)

2018China
Chinese Communist RevolutionHistoricalHistorical FictionIdentical Twin Male LeadThrillerActionChinese Republican EraFamily ReunionInnocent Female LeadReturn To HometownRomanceSmart Female LeadSpy Female LeadStar Crossed Lovers

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Revolution, Historical, Historical Fiction, Identical Twin Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

In 1949, on the first day of the new year, Huang Li Wen, a female accountant and Communist agent, comes back to Shanghai to remember her husband and fellow soldier who passed away. Her task is to gather important information for the Communist Party to support their fight for freedom. While carrying out her mission, Li Wen reconnects with her family and meets Qiao Zhi Cai, a street-smart individual, and his younger twin brother Qiao Li Jie, who happens to play a crucial role in Huang Li Wen's assignment.

Recommendation: An Hong 1936 similar to In the Name of the Brother
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An Hong 1936(暗红1936)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionIdentical Twin Male LeadThrillerChinese Republican EraCrimeDeath Of A TwinEspionageKuomintang (KMT)RevolutionSpy Male LeadSuspenseWar

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, Identical Twin Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

In 1936, a new member of a political party stumbles upon classified information, leading to the Xi'an Incident and a tale of internal conflicts and plots. Wu Zhong Ming, who was separated from his older brother Wu Boying in his youth by criminals, joins the Communist Party and is captured during a mission. Wu Boying attempts to rescue him but tragically perishes in the process. This occurs prior to the Xi'an Incident, during a period when the city becomes a critical hub for important intelligence. In order to secure ultimate victory, the Communist Party assigns Wu Zhong Ming the task of assuming the identity of his deceased twin brother Wu Bo Ying and infiltrating the Kuomintang. (ChineseDrama.info) Based on the novel "Infiltrate" by Ma Ying.

Recommendation: Yellow Rose (2024) similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Yellow Rose (2024)(鸳鸯断)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysterySecret OrganizationThrillerManhua AdaptationAdvertisementChinese Republican EraDouble IdentityMusician Female LeadRomanceShort Length SeriesSinger Female LeadWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Secret Organization, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

An enigmatic group known as An Xiang (or Hidden Scent) offers refuge to women who have been mistreated in a society that devalues them and only sees them as objects to be exploited or harmed for their physical appearance. These women are trained to defy this oppressive reality. Among them is Mei Gui (or Rose), whose father traded her for money to feed his addiction to cigarettes. Mei Gui is currently undercover as a singer in a dance club as part of a mission assigned by "Hidden Scent" to eliminate the mastermind behind the cigarette trade, Cheng Hao. Will this woman, who goes by two identities, and her wealthy adversary succumb to a burgeoning romance, or will they engage in a battle of wits every step of the way? (Ent.China)

Recommendation: Red East similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Red East(东方)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalChinese Republican EraHistorical FigureInspired By A True StoryMao ZedongWar

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hunter (2016) similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Hunter (2016)(猎人)

2016China
1940sHistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryActionChinese Republican EraDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male Lead

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features 1940s, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

In 1949, Yelu Qi, a skilled investigator working independently, successfully unravels challenging cases during the early days of the communist rule, all connected by a Kuomintang spy trying to escape.

Recommendation: The Last Gateway of the Nation similar to In the Name of the Brother
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The Last Gateway of the Nation(宜昌保卫战)

2016China
1940sChinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionActionSecond Sino-Japanese WarSoldier Male LeadWarWorld War 2

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features 1940s, Chinese Communist Party, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 21% similarity match.

The series narrates the events of the battle for independence that took place in Yichang between 1938 and 1943. (DramaWiki) Inspired by the historical occurrences of "Yichang Retreat" in 1938 and "Shipai War" in 1943.

Recommendation: Prime Minister  Chen Ting Jing similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Prime Minister Chen Ting Jing(一代名相陈廷敬)

2018China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryPoliticalHistorical FigureInvestigationKangxi EmperorLawQing Dynasty

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Political themes with a 21% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Chen Ting Jing, a virtuous individual who rises to the position of premier during the Qing Dynasty. In the 23rd year of Kangxi's rule, Chen Ting Jing is tasked by the Emperor to look into a fraudulent incident in Shuntian Village. This event marks the beginning of Chen Ting Jing's challenging efforts to combat corruption and advocate for change, entangling him in the power struggles within the royal court. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: Diplomatic Situation similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Diplomatic Situation(外交风云)

2019China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalChinese Republican EraFriendshipHistorical FigureInspired By A True StoryMao Zedong

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 21% similarity match.

Beginning from the establishment of China in 1949, the narrative primarily focuses on the significant role played by Mao Zedong, Zhou Enlai, and Deng Xiaoping in shaping China's diplomatic endeavors. Through their strategic thinking, versatile diplomatic abilities, distinct style, and exceptional talents, they successfully elevated China's global standing. This series showcases key events such as the Geneva Conference, Bandung Conference, Zhou Enlai's diplomatic missions in Africa, China's readmission to the United Nations, and other noteworthy diplomatic achievements, illustrating the challenging diplomatic journey of China in the past century.

Recommendation: Xiang Shan Ye Zheng Hong similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Xiang Shan Ye Zheng Hong(香山叶正红)

2022China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Communist RevolutionHistoricalHistorical FictionBiographicalChinese Republican EraDramaMao ZedongWar

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Communist Revolution, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 21% similarity match.

In this play, the narrative unfolds around President Mao's leadership of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China based in Xiangshan, Beijing. The story follows the successful liberation of China and the preparations made for the creation of a new nation. President Mao laid the foundation for the establishment of New China by setting up key structures and officially declaring the founding of the People's Republic of China on October 1, 1949.

Recommendation: The Soulmate similar to In the Name of the Brother
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The Soulmate(甜心萌探)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: LuBan Mysteries similar to In the Name of the Brother
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LuBan Mysteries(鲁班异闻录)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

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.”

Recommendation: The National Treasure Box similar to In the Name of the Brother
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The National Treasure Box(国家宝藏之觐天宝匣)

2007China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraDeathInvestigationSuspenseWar

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

During the time when the final emperor Pu Yi was confined in the northeast, a group of patriotic fighters ventured into the Emperor Tai Chi Mausoleum to safeguard a secretive mahogany box from being seized by the Japanese. This led to a chain of strange occurrences, including deaths and vanishings, linked to the box.

Recommendation: Osoroshi similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Osoroshi(おそろし〜三島屋変調百物語)

2014Japan
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationEdo PeriodInvestigationMiniseriesSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

During the Edo era, Ochika, a 17-year-old girl, became emotionally distant from others after a tragedy struck her family's inn in Kawasaki. Her fiance was murdered by a man who had been raised alongside her as a sibling. Ochika left her family and now resides at Mishimaya, her uncle Ihei's bag shop in Kanda Mishima-cho in Edo, where she works quietly every day. One day, Ihei asks Ochika to go to Kokubyaku no Aida, where he often meets his rival in the game of go. He instructs her to listen to the many horror stories shared by visitors, then departs. As Ochika listens to the tales, she slowly begins to open up her heart to the stories told by the curious visitors.

Recommendation: Wind Song similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Wind Song(大风歌)

2010China
HistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalHan Dynasty

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 20% similarity match.

The Han Triumph, also referred to as Wind Ode, is a Chinese TV show that depicts events from the early Han dynasty, starting with Liu Bang (Emperor Gao) establishing the dynasty after defeating Xiang Yu. The series also covers the events that led to the rule of Liu Heng (Emperor Wen).

Recommendation: Hu Xue Chu Jian similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Hu Xue Chu Jian(虎穴锄奸)

2010China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageInspired By A True StoryMilitarySpy Male Lead

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mi Sha Mingdan: Secret Murder List similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Mi Sha Mingdan: Secret Murder List(秘杀名单)

2012China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionThrillerChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageKuomintang (KMT)Spy Supporting CharacterSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Conspirators similar to In the Name of the Brother
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The Conspirators(同谋者)

2016China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Lei Ming, a detective working in the Republic of China, uncovered a puzzling case involving theft and vandalism three decades ago, which ended up implicating him in the investigation.

Recommendation: A Hero without a Name similar to In the Name of the Brother
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A Hero without a Name(川流)

2024China
1940sHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican Era

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features 1940s, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 20% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a cohort of enthusiastic youths during the 1940s who set aside their writing pursuits to enlist in the military during a time of national peril

Recommendation: Razor similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Razor(剃刀邊緣)

2017China
HistoricalHistorical FictionManchukuoMysteryActionChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageInvestigationWar

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Manchukuo, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Taking place in the 1930's, the story is centered around the Manchukuo Police Department in the vicinity of Harbin during a chaotic era of espionage in the midst of war. (Baidu)

Recommendation: Jiu Gong Qi Ju similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Jiu Gong Qi Ju(九宫奇局)

2020China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraConspiracyFire AccidentInvestigationSuspenseTreasure Hunting

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Taking place during the republican era, the story follows the Jiu Long Uniform Embroidered Guards as they solve mysterious cases and uncover the hidden truth behind the Nine Palace Treasure, which triggers a major conspiracy.

Recommendation: Qiu Chan Season 2 similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Qiu Chan Season 2(秋蝉 第二季)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerAdapted From A Short StoryChinese Republican EraInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Based on the short story "Qiu Chan" found in Lai Ji's novel "Yin Bi De Shi Jie".

Recommendation: Nineth Uncle Legend similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Nineth Uncle Legend(九叔传说)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraCrimeInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

This recounts the series of frequent terrorist incidents that occurred in Baihe Town, a town that heavily relied on water transportation during the Republic of China. These incidents included the theft of zodiac hearts, the discovery of human flesh buns, the framing of an innocent person as the real murderer, the assassination of the county magistrate, and the murder of Li Zheng Jiu's fiancé. Li Zheng Jiu, also known as "Uncle Jiu," had a talent for uncovering unusual occurrences within the community. After his brother's mysterious death a year prior, Uncle Jiu suspected a connection to the terrorist activities in Baihe Town.

Recommendation: Stitching Life and Death similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Stitching Life and Death(阴阳裁缝)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraInvestigationShort Length SeriesSupernaturalSuspenseWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Ma San, an inheritor of an ancient tailoring technique, utilizes his distinct abilities to rescue lawyer Song Yuan from a dangerous situation. Together, they join forces to solve puzzling mysteries and uphold the principles of justice.

Recommendation: Running Hunters similar to In the Name of the Brother
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Running Hunters(全员加速中之赏金猎人)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThriller1920sChinese Republican EraInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Taking place in Yongxin City during the 1920s, the enigmatic demise of an antique store proprietor coupled with the heist of invaluable treasures sparks a fierce conflict. Singer Du Qing, Detective Han Zhou, and Luo Ting must navigate their suspicions of one another and collaborate to safeguard the artifacts while outsmarting formidable adversaries.

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Zhi Zhe Wu Di(智者無敵)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryChinese Republican EraCity SettingInvestigationMilitarySecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

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The Saviour(拯救者)

2018China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalNovel AdaptationChinese Civil WarChinese Republican EraKuomintang (KMT)Second Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 20% similarity match.

Taking place amidst the clashes between nationalists and communists, the narrative showcases the confrontations between the New Fourth Army and the Japanese special units. Shao Hua, a successful businessman and the head of Shao Family Group, has established himself as a key supporter of the Communist Party in Yugang city due to his exceptional intellect and engineering abilities. Amidst internal conflicts within the town, Shao Hua teams up with Kuomintang's captain Bu DeXian to uncover the root cause of the disturbances, which is revealed to be a captivating and enigmatic journalist named Shen Zi Qing.

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See the Light(深红之名)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Novel AdaptationWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

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.

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Inside Man(局中人)

2020China
HistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalThrillerBrothers' RelationshipChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageFamilyMelodramaSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

The narrative centers on two siblings, Shen Lin and Shen Fang, and their contrasting political views. Initially aligned with different revolutionary factions, they eventually united under a shared ideology and joined the revolutionary movement. Following the success of the Anti-Japanese War in 1945, Shen Fang, an operative in the Intelligence Department of the Kuomintang Military Command HQ, returned to his post. Collaborating with Mr. Ren, he uncovered traitors within his party, acquired the "Ganoderma Lucidum Plan", and thwarted the planned actions of the "Jinling Society". Despite receiving support from the organization, Shen Fang continued to struggle with physical and mental fatigue, as well as the ongoing threat posed by shrapnel in his brain. Compounding his challenges was the longstanding discord between his father and his brother Shen Lin, who harbored suspicions, confusion, and surveillance towards him. As a meticulously orchestrated "game" unfolded, the Shen brothers found themselves embroiled in a life-or-death struggle, navigating intricate puzzles, overcoming obstacles, and ultimately achieving a pivotal breakthrough towards victory.

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Justice Bao the Legend of Young(新少年包拯)

2022China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerHistorical FigureInvestigationJustice BaoLawSong DynastySuspenseWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a series of strange enigmas, including "Blood Soul Forest," "Pouling Town," and "Ghost Valley," that Bao Zheng encountered during his journey to Beijing for an exam when he was young. (DramaWiki)

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Qiu Chan(秋蝉)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerAdapted From A Short StoryChinese Republican EraEspionageInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Derived from the short story "Qiu Chan" in the book "Yin Bi De Shi Jie" written by Lai Ji.

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Insect Totem(虫图腾)

2023China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationAdventureChinese Republican EraInvestigationRomanceSci-FiSuspense

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Pan Jun, a member of a renowned physician's lineage associated with Chong Cao Medical Hall, encounters a descendant from the five prominent families of the Chong tribe. Collaborating, they find a path that directs them towards the concealed riches of the Chong tribe. Throughout their quest to reclaim these treasures, they face numerous escapades that lead them to unveil the mysteries surrounding these treasures from two decades ago.

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The Road We Have Taken(人间正道是沧桑)

2009China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Communist RevolutionHistoricalHistorical FictionNovel AdaptationChinese Civil WarChinese Republican EraDramaKuomintang (KMT)Second Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Communist Revolution, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 19% similarity match.

Between 1925 and 1949, the show follows three siblings from a large family in Liling county, Hunan province as they navigate the turbulent political landscape of 20th century China. Their journey unfolds amidst key historical moments including the First United Front, Second United Front, the Second Sino-Japanese War (1937-45), Chinese Civil War, and the establishment of the People's Republic of China.

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The Legend of Kaifeng(开封府传奇)

2018China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMysteryPoliticalNovel AdaptationDramaHistorical FigureInvestigationJustice BaoMelodramaSong Dynasty

Like In the Name of the Brother, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Mystery, and Political themes with a 19% similarity match.

Bao Zheng, a successful solver of numerous cases in Kaifeng, is admired by the devoted young woman Yu Rou. Meanwhile, Liu E, the cherished concubine of the Song Emperor, collaborates with Zhang De Lin in an attempt to increase her influence. This information was adapted from Shi Yu Kun's novel "San Xia Wu Yi."