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Invisible General(隐形将军)

2010China
ActionChinese Civil WarChinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationKuomintang (KMT)MysterySchemeSlight RomanceSpy Male LeadSuspenseThriller

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

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Butterfly Shadow (2023)(蝶影)

2023China
ActionCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraEspionageWeb Series

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 53% similarity match.

In November of 1937, Shanghai was seized by the Japanese army under the command of Wei Da Hong and Lin Qiu Yan. The clandestine party organization transitioned to covert operations. By 1941, a covert operation known as the "Popular Beauty Plan" was initiated by the Japanese army in Shanghai. This plan aimed to disrupt China's financial market using counterfeit currency and to exploit China's valuable cultural artifacts. Wei Da Hong and Lin Qiu Yan led the party's covert action group, which encountered Tang Twenty-three, a rotund man, a slender monkey, and other young individuals along the way.

Recommendation: Lurk similar to Invisible General
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Lurk(潜伏)

2009China
Chinese Civil WarChinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)Spy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraDramaEspionage

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Civil War, Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

In the midst of the Chinese Civil War, Yu Ze Cheng operated as a seemingly inconspicuous military officer within the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics under the Kuomintang. However, unbeknownst to many, he also carried out clandestine activities as a Communist Party of China informant.

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The Cliff (2012)(悬崖 )

2012China
ActionChinese Communist PartyHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationKuomintang (KMT)MysterySpy Male LeadChinese Republican EraDramaEspionagePolitical

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Chinese Communist Party, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Kuomintang (KMT), Mystery, and Spy Male Lead themes with a 44% 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.

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A Lonely Hero’s Journey(孤舟)

2024China
CrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerEspionageWarWeb SeriesWorld War 2

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Gu Yi Zhong, the heir of the well-known Gu Family in Suzhou, completed his studies in the architecture department of a prominent foreign university

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Blue Blind(青盲)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)Spy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraEspionagePrison Escape

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

This drama is the pioneering production in China to explore the jailbreak theme in both film and television. Referred to as the "Chinese equivalent of jailbreak", it centers around a thrilling death game during a war. The storyline focuses on a daring escape following a series of deadly challenges. The narrative unfolds with the arrival of skilled jailbreakers, engaging in a series of intricate and clever escape attempts within a dark prison. This adaptation is based on Zhang Hai Fan's novel "Blue Blind Escape".

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Head above Water(浮出水面)

2017China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerEspionageNational Security

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Confidential research regarding the latest advancements in Bathyscaphe technology has been unlawfully taken

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Infernal Affairs Season 3(無間道3)

2017China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

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No Way for Stumer(伪钞者之末路)

2019China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

Diverging from the typical law enforcement storyline, a Chinese television series showcases a group of investigators who are willing to make significant sacrifices in order to combat the circulation of fake currency. When a new type of undetectable counterfeit bills emerges, police captain Qi Tian takes charge of the investigation with the help of his colleagues Xiang Bei and Wei Xian Yu. Caught in the midst of the operation is Xiang Bei's brother-in-law Tang Song, who succumbs to the allure of quick riches and becomes involved in the production of fake money. As it becomes evident that there are multiple sources of counterfeit currency, a specialized task force is assembled to apprehend all those responsible.

Recommendation: Mi Sha Mingdan: Secret Murder List similar to Invisible General
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Mi Sha Mingdan: Secret Murder List(秘杀名单)

2012China
Chinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)SuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraEspionageSpy Supporting Character

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

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Nineth Uncle Legend(九叔传说)

2024China
CrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% 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: Infernal Affairs Season 2 similar to Invisible General
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Infernal Affairs Season 2(无间道2)

2017China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Boundary (2019) similar to Invisible General
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The Boundary (2019)(边境线之冷焰)

2019China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerUndercover Operation

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

The security and tranquility of the nation are safeguarded by unseen protectors. Behind the scenes, dedicated public servants risk their lives to combat crime and maintain peace along the Sino-Russian border. In a swift operation, Chinese border police successfully neutralized a group involved in illegal arms trafficking within seven minutes. Despite the capture of the group's leader, Xu Zhi Hai, police chief Li Jian remains concerned about the prevalence of gun-related crimes along the border. Following Li Jian's instructions, undercover investigator Zhang Meng infiltrates the prison to gather information from Xu Zhi Hai, who eventually develops a level of trust with Zhang Meng. However, no valuable information regarding gun smuggling is obtained. After a daring escape by Xu Zhi Hai, Zhang Meng pursues him relentlessly. Xu Zhi Hai meets his demise at the hands of law enforcement, but not before revealing a crucial detail to Zhang Meng: to seek out his older brother, Xu Zhi Qiang, in Russia.

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South City Resentment(南城遗恨)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican Era

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: An Hong 1936 similar to Invisible General
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An Hong 1936(暗红1936)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)Spy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDeath Of A TwinEspionageIdentical Twin Male LeadRevolutionWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% 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: The Rebel similar to Invisible General
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The Rebel(叛逆者)

2021China
Chinese Civil WarChinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)Slight RomanceThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraIntelligence Officer Male LeadRevolutionSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Civil War, Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Slight Romance, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

In 1936, a young student named Lin Nan Sheng from the Fuxing Club cadre training class was brought to Shanghai by Chen Mo Qun, the leader of the Fuxing Club in the Shanghai district, to assist in capturing the underground party operating within the Lanyi Club. Throughout the operation, Lin Nan Sheng, known for his honesty and simplicity, was deeply inspired by the patriotism and selfless dedication displayed by Communists such as Gu Shen Yan, Ji Zhong Yuan, and Zhu Yi Zhen. This experience gave him a greater insight into the turmoil within the Kuomintang and the social conditions of the time, leading to a better understanding of the Communist beliefs and values. Lin Nan Sheng demonstrated bravery and determination in fighting against the Japanese and their collaborators, earning recognition for his military achievements. He consistently supported the Communists in their pursuit of national justice, leveraging his military position to aid the underground party during crucial moments. After a decade of learning and reflection, Lin Nan Sheng became a devoted member of the Communist Party following the victory in the War of Resistance Against Japan. During the critical period of the War of Liberation, he made significant contributions to the party and the nation, showcasing his unwavering commitment.

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Code Name(代号)

2016China
ActionCrimeHistoricalInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraDramaEspionageMilitaryPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

In 1941, Feng Jiu Si, a young police officer stationed in the British Concession, witnessed the death of an underground member of the Chinese Communist Party. This incident led to him being suspected by the CCP. At the same time, the Japanese were in the process of eliminating anti-Japanese groups in Tianjin in preparation for taking control of the British-French concession. As an undercover member of the CCP within the police force, Feng Jiu Si must demonstrate his allegiance to the CCP while working to uncover the Japanese plot.

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Iron Masked Singer(铁面歌女)

2010China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraRomance

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% 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.

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Feng Yu(风语)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)SuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraDramaEspionageSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Based on the book "Feng Yu" penned by author Mai Jia.

Recommendation: Walking on the Tip similar to Invisible General
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Walking on the Tip(刀尖上行走)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)SuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraEspionageSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Based on Mai Jia's novel "Dao Jian," the following information has been derived.

Recommendation: Di Ren Jie Zhi Bu Si Xiu Luo similar to Invisible General
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Di Ren Jie Zhi Bu Si Xiu Luo(狄仁杰之不死修罗)

2022China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Di RenjieDetective FictionDetective Male LeadHistorical FigureMartial Arts

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Recommendation: Undercover 2 similar to Invisible General
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Undercover 2(卧底2)

2017China
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

This follow-up installment details the disruption of the golden triangle pattern, the dramatic reversal orchestrated by powerful drug lords, and the intense struggle of undercover agents Jian Dong Ha and Lu Zhi as they face the threat of their true identities being revealed

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The Executioner (2015)(刀下留人)

2015Hong Kong
HistoricalInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Executioner Yip Sheung-luk has carried out numerous executions throughout his career. In order to protect the pregnant daughter-in-law of his benefactor, Yuen So-sam, Sheung-luk arranges for her to seek refuge in the capital with the well-known midwife Fa Yui-hung. A series of unusual murders occur, leading Sheung-luk to use his skills to save an innocent life. However, this act lands both Sheung-luk and Yui-hung in trouble with the royal court due to the mysterious origins of the baby boy. Despite facing challenges, the unlikely pair bond and form a strong relationship. Meanwhile, a young couple, Chek Tsz-chau and Chuk Siu-moon, who have spent most of their lives in a brothel, seek shelter at Yui-hung's residence. Siu-moon implores Sheung-luk to take Tsz-chau as his apprentice, but Tsz-chau's reckless nature threatens to derail their plans. The arrival of the enigmatic magician Szema Chau alters Sheung-luk's life forever. As the baby boy's true identity is revealed, everyone involved finds themselves in imminent danger.

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Code: M Code Name Mirage(CODE:M コードネームミラージュ)

2017Japan
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Japan lacks an official intelligence agency, making it a target for criminal organizations both foreign and domestic. To address this issue, a secretive unit known as K13 was formed within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Operating under the leadership of a skilled agent named Mirage, K13 is tasked with tackling violent crimes and handling sensitive cases that cannot be resolved through conventional means. As discussions arise about establishing a FBI-like agency in Japan to enhance law enforcement capabilities, K13 becomes entangled in a complex conspiracy that threatens to expose its clandestine operations.

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Not a Murder Story(非殺人小說)

2024Taiwan
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Dong, a hopeful actor who is presented with a rare chance for stardom, wakes up next to a deceased woman named Meng. With no recollection of the previous night, Dong is determined to overcome this obstacle. He cleans the area and stages it to look like a failed robbery, inadvertently leaving behind evidence. As the police investigate the crime scene, it becomes clear that all the tenants in the building are harboring secrets. Identifying the cause of Meng's death proves challenging, as each person appears to have a possible motive for the murder.

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Red Poppy(红罂粟)

2004China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: A World Without Thieves (2012) similar to Invisible General
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A World Without Thieves (2012)(天下无贼)

2012China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAdapted From A Short StoryPsychologicalThief Female Lead

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Based on Zhao Ben Fu's short story "A World Without Thieves" ( ).

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The Flaming Brothers(绝命追踪)

2015China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)SuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

In 1929, the son of Liao Sheng Hui, the head of the police department in Tianjin, was unknowingly drawn into a complex scheme orchestrated by an unknown individual. This scheme led him to uncover the secrets surrounding a fire at the Shengnan Orphanage 14 years prior, a collection of mysterious Dunhuang cultural relics, a shocking series of poisonings that rattled the city, and the involvement of various factions such as the Communist Party, the Kuomintang, the Japanese, and the Beiyang warlords. Liao Sheng Hui faced numerous challenges as he delved into the puzzle, including formidable adversaries like the meticulous KMT special agent Zeng Jia Yang and the skilled Japanese ninja Ikuko. As the mysteries unraveled, the true motives of the Japanese and the Kuomintang were revealed, leading Liao Sheng Hui to a painful realization that he, Zeng Jia Yang, and Yu Zi were all connected to the orphanage. Despite their different allegiances, the three banded together to confront their common enemies, only to be defeated. When the anti-Japanese war erupted in 1937, the three comrades, now staunch communist fighters, reunited on the battlefield to fight against the common foe.

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The Soulmate(甜心萌探)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% 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.

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LuBan Mysteries(鲁班异闻录)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% 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.”

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The National Treasure Box(国家宝藏之觐天宝匣)

2007China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDeathWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% 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.

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Osoroshi(おそろし〜三島屋変調百物語)

2014Japan
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationEdo PeriodMiniseries

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% 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.

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My Undercover Career(我的绝密生涯)

2014China
Chinese Communist PartyCrimeHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)Spy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDramaEspionageFamilyRomanceWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Recommendation: Miracle Healer similar to Invisible General
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Miracle Healer(超级小郎中)

2017China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAdventureChinese Republican EraDramaMartial ArtsRomanceWuxia

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

The tale chronicles the events of the 20th century, depicting the struggles of the people amidst natural disasters and ongoing chaos. Hidden motives emerge, taking advantage of the turmoil for nefarious purposes. Small Lang Yang Yi, possessing the spirit of a dragon, becomes entangled in a treacherous battle in Shanghai due to a plague incident, where he encounters the Mayor Mo Xiaoyu and falls in love. Unbeknownst to many, Yang Yi also harbors a dark side, driven by a delusional quest for "longevity" that leads him to spread the plague artificially, profit from medicinal herb production, and orchestrate political assassinations and wars. His ultimate goal is to unleash the "six scourges" through blood sacrifices in order to ensure his own survival.

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The History of Crime(罪恶消亡史)

2019China
CrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraCriminal Male LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadFriendshipThief Male Lead

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Taking place during the period of the Republic, the plot centers around five interconnected cases. A skilled detective, a cunning thief, and an undercover operative join forces to combat criminal activity. A series of perplexing murders have left the authorities baffled, leading them to enlist the help of Xiang Long, Qian Kong, and Lan Ruo Xin. Initially at odds, the trio - consisting of a detective, thief, and undercover agent with multiple identities - eventually learn to collaborate effectively. Just as they celebrate solving the case, a new, greater threat emerges.

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Plot Against(暗算)

2005China
Chinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)SuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationBlindnessChinese Republican EraDramaEspionageWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Derived from the book "An Equation" authored by Mai Jia.

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Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area - Part 2(종이의 집: 공동경제구역 파트 2)

2022South Korea
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSuspenseThrillerEmotionally Strong Female LeadHeistHostage SituationInchoate CrimeMultiple MainsReunification Of Korea

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

A group of criminals takes control of the mint in a united Korea, holding hostages inside. Law enforcement is tasked with apprehending the thieves and uncovering the mysterious leader orchestrating the heist. Adaptation of the Spanish television show "Money Heist" (La Casa de Papel) [2017].

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Cold Steel (2013)(狼烟遍地)

2013China
Chinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)SuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraDramaEspionageSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Based on the book "Biandi Langyan" written by Li Xiao Min.

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Legend of Wind(风声传奇)

2010China
Chinese Communist PartyCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionKuomintang (KMT)SuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraDramaEspionageSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Kuomintang (KMT), Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Based on Mai Jia's "Sound of Wind," the following information is taken from the novel.

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The W Files(衛斯理)

2003Hong Kong
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationAdventureChinese Republican EraDetective FictionRomanceSci-Fi

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

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.

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East Hegemon(江湖往事)

2008China
ActionCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionSpy Male LeadSuspenseThrillerAdventureChinese Republican EraEspionageMilitaryPoliticalRomanceWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Spy Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The story takes place in the idealized chaos of China in the early 1900s, where patriotic rebels and deceitful spies clash in a risky battle for control of the republic. Gao Tian Wei, a brave revolutionary, experiences amnesia following a violent altercation. Without knowledge of who he is, he is unknowingly drawn into a plot and transforms into a spy for the Japanese. What will occur when his memory is eventually restored?

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The Lost Temple(失踪的上清寺)

2010China
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerTreasure Hunting

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Mystery of the Blue Butterfly(蓝蝶之谜)

2012China
Historical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican Era

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative follows three young women in Shanghai during the 1920s

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A Detective Housewife(煮妇神探)

2016China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAdventureChinese Republican EraComedyDeathDetective Female LeadDramaMurder

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the republican drama "A Detective Housewife," the main character is a housewife named Gou Ji Xiang who experiences a major transformation following her husband's unexplained death. Motivated to uncover the truth behind the murder, she embarks on a journey to become a detective with the guidance of Mao Ru Yi.

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The Conspirators(同谋者)

2016China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDrama

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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.

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Razor(剃刀邊緣)

2017China
ActionCrimeHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysteryChinese Republican EraEspionageManchukuoWar

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Crime, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% 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)

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Please Give Me a Pair of Wings(请赐我一双翅膀)

2019China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMartial ArtsPhysically Strong Female LeadPrison SettingWrongfully Accused

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Lin Jiu Ge, the daughter of the Police Commissioner in Shanggu, who is falsely accused and incarcerated. With the assistance of the youthful police detective Long Tian Yu, she aims to uncover the true culprit. Can Lin Jiu Ge succeed in seeking vengeance? (Dramapanda)

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Jiu Gong Qi Ju(九宫奇局)

2020China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraConspiracyFire AccidentTreasure Hunting

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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.

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Qiu Chan Season 2(秋蝉 第二季)

2024China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAdapted From A Short StoryChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

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

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Fan Zui Xian Yi Ren(犯罪嫌疑人)

2005China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Male Lead

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

During a mission, Wu Dong, an officer from the Criminal Investigation Department, happened to apprehend the main culprit of a major drug syndicate

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Brave Wuju(勇者无惧)

2022China
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Invisible General, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

To uncover the truth behind his former colleague's death, border police officer Wu Ju embarks on a dangerous mission as an undercover agent in a high-stakes anti-drug operation. Wu Ju teams up with Qi Tian, the son of a notorious drug lord, to seek vengeance for his fallen comrade. Together, they evade a relentless pursuer and discover that a mysterious figure known as "Doctor" is the true mastermind behind the criminal network. As Wu Ju infiltrates "Doctor's" inner circle, he must outwit both ruthless drug traffickers and unsuspecting police detective An Ning. Through bravery and cunning, Wu Ju confronts formidable adversaries and faces personal challenges until he can ultimately dismantle the drug cartel.