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Jenius(天才J)

2015China
Business IndustryCrime Against A PropertyDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHousekeeper Supporting CharacterInvestigationMysteryPrincipal Supporting CharacterRare ConditionSchool SettingSci-FiStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting Character

J, born into a family of gifted individuals, is known for his peculiar and antisocial behavior. He often skips classes to delve into obscure formulas, earning a reputation as a troublesome student. His sudden disappearance follows a disturbing incident where he intentionally mutilates his own face in front of his peers. Several months later, a new student named Chu Xia is tasked by her teacher to deliver a letter to J. During her search for him, she uncovers the enigmatic nature of J's home. Meanwhile, China's telecommunication companies find themselves embroiled in a fierce business rivalry amidst J's absence.

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Zankokuna Kankyakutachi(残酷な観客達)

2017Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipHigh SchoolMiniseriesTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 30% similarity match.

Taking place in the not-so-distant future, a high school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding privacy. Both teachers and students remain anonymous. A group of 21 female high school students find themselves confined in a classroom, with their every move broadcasted live worldwide. The key to their escape lies in garnering numerous positive ratings from the audience.

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Descendants of the Dragon (2018)(龙探)

2018China
DramaInvestigationMysterySci-FiFantasyTime Travel

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Sci-Fi themes with a 27% similarity match.

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Dear Adam(親愛的亞當)

2022Taiwan
DramaInvestigationMysterySci-FiGenetic EngineeringMedical

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Sci-Fi themes with a 27% similarity match.

"Can gene editing be considered a blessing or a violation of ethics?" The CEO of a gene-editing company meets a doctor who aims to make the technology accessible to underprivileged patients, leading both individuals to reevaluate their convictions. (Netflix)

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CODE Season 2(CODE浮士德遊戲2)

2019Taiwan
DramaInvestigationMysterySci-FiMiniseriesPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Sci-Fi themes with a 27% similarity match.

After season 1 concluded, the creators responsible for the malevolent APP began to reveal themselves slowly

Recommendation: Love Sharing similar to Jenius
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Love Sharing(ラブシェアリング)

2022Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadHaremHigh SchoolPopular Female LeadRomanceShy Female LeadYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Female Lead themes with a 26% similarity match.

"Love is the era of commitment. You can have a shared partner." A teenage boy, thrown into a puzzling harem situation, chooses to partake in "polyamorous relationships" with alluring girls, all while navigating peculiar dating guidelines. Yet, beneath the unconventional love arrangement lies an unexpected secret... (HikariTV)

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Hello Aliens(你好外星人)

2014China
School SettingSci-FiStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterAlienTransfer Student Male LeadYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features School Setting, Sci-Fi, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 25% similarity match.

Han Feng moves from South Korea to a prestigious school in China, where he forms strong bonds with three classmates and develops a deep connection with Qiu Zi Yi

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The Republic(理想國)

2019Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySci-FiFamilyFantasyFantasy World

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Sci-Fi themes with a 25% similarity match.

Known as the Hong Kong equivalent of Black Mirror, this anthology series delves into the impact of emerging technologies on society and human relationships in each episode.

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Keitai Deka Zenigata Ai(ケータイ刑事銭形愛)

2002Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadAmateur Detective Female LeadComedyDetective FictionDetective Supporting CharacterHigh SchoolSupernaturalTeenager Female Lead

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Female Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Zenigata Ai is a highly intelligent investigator who is just 17 years of age.

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Ao no SP: Gakko nai Keisatsu Shimada Ryuhei(青のSP(スクールポリス)—学校内警察・嶋田隆平—)

2021Japan
InvestigationMysteryPrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterAbusive ParentCoach Supporting CharacterCrimePolice Officer Supporting CharacterRevengeTeenager Supporting CharacterVice Principal Supporting Character

Like Jenius, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Principal Supporting Character, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 25% similarity match.

The city of Tokyo has implemented a new school police program, where law enforcement officers are stationed in middle schools. Ryuhei Shimada, a detective from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's Investigation Unit 1, has chosen to be a part of this initiative. He is assigned to Akamine Middle School, which may seem normal on the surface but is dealing with serious issues like drug use and hidden firearms. Meanwhile, Ryoko Asamura, a Japanese language teacher at the same school, strongly opposes the new system and frequently clashes with Ryuhei Shimada while supporting the students.

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Sotsugyo Time Limit(卒業タイムリミット)

2022Japan
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterChildhood Friends RelationshipShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 25% similarity match.

At Keyakidai High School, just three days before the upcoming graduation ceremony, a shocking incident occurred involving the kidnapping of their beloved English teacher, Mizuguchi Risako. Kurokawa Yoshiki and Ogyuda Junpei, both students at the school, received mysterious challenge letters urging them to uncover the truth behind the abduction. Alongside them, Komatsu Mio and Takahata Ayane, two more students with unique talents, were also brought into the mix. As they delved deeper into the mystery, they began to unravel hidden secrets about Mizuguchi and faced their own personal challenges. This is a story of young individuals coming together, bound by a common goal and a shared journey towards the truth. (NHK)

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Dalgona(달고나)

2020South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterInnocent Female LeadShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 25% similarity match.

"Dalgona" focuses on a group of high school students in pursuit of genuine friendship. After experiencing bullying, Song Mi Na goes overseas for her studies. Despite her cheerful and hopeful demeanor, it’s clear that her past continues to linger when she comes back to South Korea. (Allkpop)

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Eighteen Year Old Sky(十八岁的天空)

2002China
DramaPrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterStudent Male LeadTeacher Female LeadTeacher Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Principal Supporting Character, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 25% similarity match.

Newly appointed as a high school teacher, Gu Yue Tao is dedicated to nurturing the potential of each student in his class. Along the way, he faces obstacles such as his spirited colleague Pei Pei, the challenging student Shi Yan Feng, and parental concerns about his unconventional teaching approach. Despite the diverse academic abilities and personalities of his students, Yue Tao guides them not only academically but also fosters personal connections, encouraging them to broaden their perspectives beyond their youthful limitations.

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Koko Nyushi(高校入試)

2012Japan
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterNovel AdaptationHigh SchoolTeacher Female Lead

Like Jenius, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 25% similarity match.

Haruyama Kyoko, a recently appointed teacher of English at a prestigious high school in a rural area, had spent her childhood and high school years living overseas before returning to Japan. Due to her extensive time abroad, she struggles to grasp the traditional customs of Japan and often speaks her mind openly. As the school entrance examination approaches, a series of unexpected events unfold, including suspicions of sabotage by an unknown individual. With everyone considered a potential suspect, the truth behind the incidents remains a mystery until the end.

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When We Were Young(青春最好时)

2017China
DramaMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterIdentical Twin Female LeadRomanceStudent Male LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

The story centers on a pair of twins, with one being raised by a wealthy mother and the other by a single father

Recommendation: Bunshin similar to Jenius
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Bunshin(分身)

2012Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterNovel AdaptationCousins RelationshipExperimentInfertilityMedicalSlight SuspenseSupportive FriendSupportive Significant Other

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

In the novel "Bunshin," written by Higashino Keigo, two women who bear a striking resemblance to each other embark on a quest to uncover the truth about their origins. Along the way, they stumble upon clandestine medical advancements and unravel the enigma of existence.

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Nazo no Tenkousei(なぞの転校生)

2014Japan
MysterySchool SettingSci-FiStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterFish Out Of WaterHigh SchoolSlight RomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Sci-Fi, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

Iwata Koichi and Kagawa Midori are students in their second year at Tozaiyama High School. One afternoon, on their way back from school, they spot a shooting star streaking across the sky. The following day, Midori catches a glimpse of a luminous figure at school, sparking rumors of a ghost among the students. Shortly after, a mysterious new student named Yamazawa Norio enrolls at the school and moves in next to Koichi. Strange occurrences start to unfold whenever Norio is around Koichi, gradually unveiling the purpose behind Norio's presence in their world.

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Borderless(ボーダレス)

2021Japan
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterNovel AdaptationFemale Centered PlotMultiple MainsSuspenseTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterThrillerYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

In the school library, Nao, a high school student who considers her life ordinary, is unexpectedly approached by her enigmatic classmate Kiri. Kiri asks Nao to accompany her to the location of a murder in Kiri's neighborhood, which she is using as material for a novel she is writing. This event is inspired by the novel "Borderless" by Honda Tetsuya.

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Tokuyama Daigoro wo Dare ga Koroshita ka?(徳山大五郎を誰が殺したか?)

2016Japan
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterComedyDeathHigh SchoolMurderPrivate SchoolTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

Upon arrival in the morning, the students of Year 3 class C at Keyaki Academy Private School are shocked to discover their homeroom teacher, Tokuyama Daigorou, murdered with a knife in his back. Fearing the consequences, the students hastily conceal the body and begin a bizarre school life filled with secrecy. As various individuals including other teachers, the teacher's wife and mistress, police, and reporters visit the classroom, the students must navigate the threat of being caught.

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Death Cash(死幣)

2016Japan
Emotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadAbsent ParentDetective Male LeadGraphic ViolenceHardworking Male LeadSupernaturalUrban LegendYoung Adult Female LeadYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Minami Yuka, a college student, possesses the gift of foreseeing the deaths of others. When her friend tragically passes away, 10,000 yen notes are discovered scattered near the body, stained with mysterious black marks. Subsequently, more individuals in Yuka's proximity meet untimely demises under puzzling circumstances. Yuka partners with Detective Wakamoto Takeshi to unravel the enigmatic string of deaths.

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Ashita no Yakusoku(明日の約束)

2017Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterHigh SchoolIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesPsychologicalSocial MediaTeacher Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

High school counselor Hinata Aizawa is a well-respected individual who offers a listening ear to students facing difficulties

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Anata Hannin Jaarimasen(あなた犯人じゃありません)

2021Japan
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterDeathDetective Supporting CharacterMiniseriesSuspenseTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterThrillerYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

Teacher Izumi was discovered in her wedding gown, floating in the rooftop pool at Seishun High School. She had been fatally stabbed. A student admitted to President Hibino Meina of Class 3C and Detective Goshima that he was responsible for the crime. However, Meina noticed inconsistencies in the confession, as well as a lack of a clear motive. As a result, the student was cleared as a suspect. It is expected that another student will come forward to take responsibility. The question remains: why are her students eager to confess to the murder? Who are they trying to protect?

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Sashidashinin wa, Daredesuka?(差出人は、誰ですか?)

2022Japan
DramaMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterClassmates' RelationshipGay Supporting CharacterSecret CrushShort Length SeriesTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kuwazuru Mitsuki, a sophomore at Arakawa Nishi High School, finds herself caught up in a unique activity initiated by her homeroom teacher, Tachibana. This activity, known as the "Letter Game", requires each student to write anonymous letters expressing their true feelings towards their classmates. Initially filled with light-hearted jokes and playful notes, the letters quickly progress to reveal deep secrets and confessions, sparking curiosity and speculation among the students. As the game unfolds, hidden worries and thoughts are brought to light, strengthening the bonds between classmates. Amidst this, Mitsuki embarks on a quest to uncover the identity of the sender of a mysterious letter she receives, leading her to a startling revelation about the true purpose of the "letter game".

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Love (ft. Marriage and Divorce)(결혼작사 이혼작곡)

2021South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterBetrayed By A Significant OtherBroadcasting IndustryDifficult AdulthoodInfidelityMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsRadio Station SettingRomance

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

Three accomplished women featured on a radio program all share the commonality of being in happy marriages

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Jungle Fish 2(정글피쉬 2)

2010South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadFriendshipHigh SchoolLifeMiniseriesStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

An attractive high school student, known as the highest achiever in her class, dies under mysterious circumstances. Six of her friends, who also attended the same elementary school, set out to uncover the reasons behind her demise by communicating in real time. As these friends search for the truth surrounding her death, they encounter challenges in their academic lives, leading to issues such as dropping out of school, facing bullying, and dealing with relationship problems.

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Stranger Kim(김요한 이야기)

2019South Korea
Emotionally Strong Female LeadMysterySchool SettingSci-FiStudent Female LeadAlienComedyShort Length SeriesTime TravelUniversityWeak Male LeadWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Jenius, this drama also features Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, School Setting, Sci-Fi, and Student Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

As an unfamiliar virus starts to spread worldwide, a typical college student named Mina takes it upon herself to halt its advance before it leads to global catastrophe. She travels back in time to the location where she suspects the virus first emerged, finding herself face to face with the painfully shy Kim Yo Han. Telling Yo Han that she has come from the future to avert a viral disaster, Yo Han struggles to determine whether this woman is being truthful or merely playing an elaborate joke. Recognizing Yo Han's skepticism, Mina elaborates on her predicament, revealing that her research has brought her to this specific moment for one crucial reason: Yo Han, as the virus's carrier, is the key to the impending doom of the world. (Viki)

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School 2013(학교 2013)

2013South Korea
DramaMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterBest Friends RelationshipBromanceClassmates' RelationshipHigh SchoolSchool BullyingStudent Male LeadTransfer Student Male LeadYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

Seungri High School is considered one of the least performing institutions among the 178 high schools in Seoul, according to academic performance metrics. Kang Se Chan is a renowned Korean language instructor who operates a prestigious tutoring academy in Gangnam. On the other hand, Jung In Jae is a temporary Korean language teacher at Seungri High, assigned as the homeroom teacher for class 2, which ranks at the bottom of the second grade. When Se Chan joins Seungri High to teach Korean, he takes on the role of co-homeroom teacher for class 2-2. Both educators encounter numerous challenges, including dealing with bullying, underperforming students, their families, and fellow teachers, compounded by their differing teaching styles. Nonetheless, they must set aside their differences to guide their class towards successfully progressing to their senior year.

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#Who Am I(#who am I)

2023Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryStudent Female LeadAmnesiaInfluencer Female LeadMiniseriesSocial Media

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Student Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Upon regaining consciousness in the hospital, Akane discovers that she was involved in a suicide attempt, despite having no memory of it due to amnesia

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RNA(RNA)

2000South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysterySci-FiExperimentHuman ExperimentationSuspenseThriller

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Sci-Fi themes with a 24% similarity match.

Several young Koreans were inadvertently involved in an RNA study during their time in Japan. Fast forward 5 years...

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The Great Adventurer Wesley: Bleeding Blue(冒险王卫斯理之蓝血人)

2018China
DramaInvestigationMysterySci-FiActionNovel AdaptationAdventureAlien

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Sci-Fi themes with a 24% similarity match.

Wesley enlists the assistance of Fang, a Blue individual with the ability to revive his unconscious partner, Bai Su. In exchange for Fang's help, Wesley pledges to locate Luca, Fang's partner who went missing following their spacecraft's crash on Earth. Unbeknownst to them, Luca has transformed into a malevolent individual intent on stealing the Blue Bible from Fang. Collaboratively, Fang and Wesley confront Luca. Over time, Fang develops romantic feelings for Wesley. Will Wesley reciprocate her affections?

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Chinese Traditional Magic(大戲法)

2012China
DramaInvestigationMystery

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Recommendation: S.S.P.T. similar to Jenius
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S.S.P.T.(台灣X檔案)

2022Taiwan
InvestigationMysterySci-Fi

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YAOH - King of the Night(夜王(やおう))

2006Japan
DramaInvestigationMystery

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Matoba Ryosuke transitions from his past life as a gang member to become a prominent figure in the host world, striving to achieve the top position within the club. (http://wiki.d-addicts.com)

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Look Back in Anger(성난 얼굴로 돌아보라)

2000South Korea
DramaInvestigationMystery

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Following the passing of his father, the oldest sibling, Dong Hoon, decides to become involved with a criminal organization. Meanwhile, his younger sister, Mi Na, frequently skips school. On the other hand, the youngest brother, Dong Jin, pursues a career as a detective. During a meal at a restaurant, Dong Hoon encounters a young woman named Jung Hee, and they quickly develop feelings for each other. Nevertheless, Dong Hoon eventually discovers that his significant other is the offspring of a competing underworld leader.

Recommendation: Youth similar to Jenius
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Youth(最亲爱的你)

2018China
DramaMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterComedyFemale Centered PlotHousemates' RelationshipMultiple CouplesRomanceRoommates' RelationshipSismanceStudent Male LeadWorkplace Violence

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 23% similarity match.

Five college students live together in a shared house, where they navigate life and love together. Han Yi Tong, Ni Jin, Chen Chen Chen, Lin Xiao Chun, and Zhang Sheng Nan are roommates who reside in the same house while studying at the university. Will they be able to lean on each other as they encounter various obstacles? (Viki)

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Be My Boyfriend(오늘부터 계약연애)

2021South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterComedyContract RelationshipEx Comes BackHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterWeb SeriesYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 23% similarity match.

An average guy named Lee Seung Min finds himself in an unexpected situation when the school's most popular girl, Oh Ji Na, who is an aspiring idol trainee, suggests that they pretend to be in a relationship

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Wisher(致命愿望)

2021China
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingSci-FiStudent Female LeadButterfly EffectEccentric Male LeadFlashback To PastNice Female LeadReporter Male LeadSecret OrganizationSuspenseThrillerYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Sci-Fi, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

The origin and conclusion of all events trace back to an application known as Wisher. Wisher suddenly appeared on the smartphones of a group of university students, granting their wishes once they completed a simple task assigned by the app. Unable to resist the allure, these individuals succumbed to their desires, akin to making a pact with a malevolent force. Middle-aged journalist Naduo, along with young individuals like Lu Li and Qiu Wendong, embarked on a journey to uncover the entities controlling Wisher.

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Nobody Knows(胆小鬼)

2022China
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterFriendshipLifeSlight RomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadThrillerWinter SettingYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 23% similarity match.

Back in 2003, a 17-year-old girl named Huang Shu was murdered in mysterious circumstances. A decade later, a similar case emerged but the main suspect had already passed away, leaving the case shrouded in uncertainty. Hidden secrets resurfaced unexpectedly, shedding light on a youthful past intertwined with five individuals. The series of events intertwined with the complexities of human nature... Children's motives may seem pure, while adults' intentions are often convoluted. Could it be that both you and I have a dark past?

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Reborn (2025)(焕羽)

2025China
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadClassmates' RelationshipDeathFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadThrillerYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

In 2007, a 16-year-old named Qiao Qing Yu and her family decided to move from their small town of Shunyun to the provincial capital of Huanzhou due to rumors surrounding the death of her sister, Qiao Bei Yu. Eager to uncover the truth and bring justice to her sister, Qing Yu enlisted the help of her classmate, Ming Sheng. As they delved deeper into the mystery, Qing Yu was shocked by the unfair treatment her sister had faced and vowed to seek justice on her behalf.

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When You Love Yourself(통통한연애)

2018South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterBeauty StandardsChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyIndependent Female LeadLifeRomanceSchool ViolenceShort Length SeriesStudent Male Lead

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 23% similarity match.

Is it possible for me to find happiness by conforming to someone else's expectations? How can I embrace and appreciate myself just as I am?

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Lost Days(ロストデイズ )

2014Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadFriendshipMountain SettingMultiple MainsPsychologicalRomanceStudent Male LeadSuspenseThrillerWinter Setting

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

A group of university students from the same tennis club - Shino Yuta, Sakurada Miki, Sasaki Rinka, Takano Natsu, Fueki Mana, Tachibana Satsuki, and Sakurada Wataru - decide to go on a winter graduation trip to a mountain cottage. Despite appearing as good friends, each of the seven members harbors secrets involving hidden feelings of love and jealousy that they keep to themselves. Yuta, the club's cool and intelligent president, is attracted to Miki, who is sociable and trusting. He plans to confess his feelings to her during the trip, but things take an unexpected turn. Miki, who is dating Yuta's close friend Natsu, is completely engrossed in their relationship and oblivious to her surroundings. As conflicting emotions among the friends escalate and love starts to crumble, a sudden murder shocks them all. In the midst of fear and suspicion, buried emotions are brought to light through exchanges that delve into each other's true intentions.

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Ano ko no Yume wo Mitan Desu(あのコの夢を見たんです。)

2020Japan
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadCafé SettingFantasyIll Male LeadInchoate CrimeManager Supporting CharacterOffice SettingRomanceStudent Male LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

Comedian Yamasato Ryota visits a cafe to brainstorm story ideas. Various incidents occur involving the cafe staff, TV personalities, the manager, and an attractive office worker, all of whom are bothered by minor issues. Yamasato becomes increasingly frustrated until he decides to escape reality by writing a story in his notebook featuring a real-life actress. This marks the beginning of Ryota Yamazato's fantasy stories, starring the latest actresses and idols as heroines. The heroines and their stories include themes such as unrequited love, battling evil forces, and overcoming jealousy. Each story unfolds in a unique and imaginative way, showcasing Yamasato's creative storytelling abilities.

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Kakegurui Twin(賭ケグルイ双(ツイン))

2021Japan
DramaMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterAdapted From A MangaBreaking The Fourth WallCheerful Female LeadGambler Female LeadPsychologicalRich Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

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One year prior to Yumeko's enrollment at Hyakkaou Academy, Saotome Meari, a girl from a humble background, successfully passed her transfer exams and began her studies at the prestigious school. Little did she know about the school's unique tradition known as the Baptism of Gambling. Paired with Yumeko as her counterpart, Meari's journey into the world of high-stakes gambling begins.

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The Police(더폴리스)

2020South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysteryStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterCrimeCybercrimePolice Department SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

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“The Police” is an online drama that explores the development of a cyber investigation team as they confront a cybercriminal in intense battles. Seo Ah Jin, a clever and insightful university student with a deep commitment to justice, heads a group of young individuals dedicated to combating cybercrime. (Soompi & Allkpop)

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Friendly Rivalry(선의의 경쟁)

2025South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadAdapted From A WebtoonAll-Girls SchoolClassmates' RelationshipHigh SchoolLGBTQ+PsychologicalTeenager Female LeadThrillerTransfer Student Female Lead

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Orphan Woo Seul Gi relocates from a small town to Seoul to enroll in Chaehwa High School, an exclusive institution for the top 1% of students. Struggling to find her place, she crosses paths with Yoo Je I, the school's brightest student. Yoo Je I, a wealthy and intelligent individual aware of her social standing, becomes fascinated by Seul Gi. Their relationship evolves into a complex mix of friendship and fixation as they grow closer.

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Bitch X Rich Season 2(청담국제고등학교 시즌2)

2025South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadMiniseriesPoor Female LeadRich Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadThrillerTransfer Student Female LeadYouth

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The previously solid hierarchy at Cheongdam International High School is now in disarray! Kim Hye In, who witnessed two murders, is the first representative of Diamond 6 from a disadvantaged background. Baek Je Na, the Queen, finds her world at risk due to the collapse of the succession system, her strained friendships, and growing suspicions surrounding her involvement in the murders. Kim Hae In, the Cinderella figure, returns with aspirations of vengeance rather than love. Seo Do Eon is left bewildered after confronting the heartbreaking reality of what he once considered love. Min Yul H,ui opts to endure complete misery if happiness remains out of reach. Park U Jin is driven by selfishness and grapples with feelings of inferiority. Meanwhile, Lee So Mang emerges as an unexpected strategist. Now, a formidable new player has entered the arena, stirring things up! Once more, Hye In and Je Na find themselves at the heart of the turmoil. Will they make the same decision, or will they take a different path?

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Reopen My Journals(致1999年的自己)

2025China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterAffectionate Mains' RelationshipFamilyLifeNeighborhood SettingStudent Male LeadSupportive GrandparentSupportive NeighborTransfer Student Supporting CharacterYouth

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The 15-year-old Qian Jia Yue, known as a well-behaved student, starts attending a prestigious high school where she encounters various academic obstacles. Her attempt to confess her feelings to her neighbor, the exceptional student Xiao Han, does not go as planned. Qian Jia Yue's foster brother, Mao Tou, is clever but always getting into trouble. She strikes up a friendship with a bold new acquaintance, Chen Mo, and they both mature through their bond. Meanwhile, the parents experience a series of significant changes, including family emergencies and reorganization. Chen Xiue, a former educated youth who returned to the city, struggles with her daughter Qian Jia Yue due to her prolonged absence. The passing of Qian Jia Yue's grandmother helps resolve the emotional conflicts among the three generations of women. Chen Peng Yu, who prides himself on his status as an elite, comes to realize, after clashes with his rebellious daughter Chen Mo, that each generation has its own unique challenges. Guan Ai Ping, a determined woman, raises Xiao Han single-handedly after losing her job. "Small business owner" Zhang Qi Ming learns to bond with his mischievous son Mao Tou and, after many trials and tribulations, creates a new family with Guan Ai Ping. Despite the changing times, the warmth of familial love and the support of the community remain unwavering.

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Gakkou no Kaidan(学校のカイダン)

2015Japan
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterBickering Mains' RelationshipLife LessonOlder Man-Younger WomanPsychologicalSchool BullyingSuspenseTeenager Supporting CharacterThrillerYouth

Like Jenius, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 23% similarity match.

Haruna Tsubame, a quiet high school student, possesses a keen awareness of others' emotions and works to maintain harmony within the school. Unexpectedly, she is persuaded to take on the role of student council president. Through a chance meeting with a talented speechwriter, Tsubame sparks a transformation within the school. Despite facing challenges, she endeavors to bring about positive change in a school plagued by discord and discontent using the influence of persuasive language.

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The Old Dreams(光阴里的故事)

2022China
Business IndustryDramaSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterChildhood Friends RelationshipEntrepreneur Male LeadLifeRomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

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The story follows a close-knit group of individuals born in the early 1990s as they navigate their careers in the automotive industry. Chen Yi Duo had a chance encounter with a boy named Bi Lai Fu at the age of nine, leading to a competitive friendship both at home and in school. Lai Fu forms strong bonds with a group of friends known for their playful and mischievous ways, causing concern among the adults. As they approach their high school exams, each member of the group embarks on their own path, facing challenges in work, love, and life. The year 1998 brings significant changes in the automotive industry, with a decline in traditional bicycle sales. To preserve their shared memories, Lai Fu decides to rent a workshop and collaborate with his friends to revitalize the business by introducing innovative ideas. Together, they breathe new life into the outdated bicycles, making them a popular trend once again.

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Sixteen Shoukougun(シックスティーン症候群)

2020Japan
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterCharacter DevelopmentChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipMale Chases Female FirstPlayboy Male LeadPsychologicalRomanceStudent Male LeadYouth

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The narrative revolves around four adolescents navigating their past struggles and valuing companionship. Azuma Ibuki and Otazawa Mei form an unlikely duo. Azuma, known as a tomboy prince among her peers, contrasts with Mei, who is often referred to as the princess. Asada Mutsumi is a smooth-talking flirt who underestimates girls. Sakurai Nao is a target of bullying but chooses to ignore it, refusing to defend himself. When their paths cross, how will their lives change? Derived from the manga "Sixteen Syndrome" by Konatsu.

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Araburu Kisetsu no Otomedomo yo(荒ぶる季節の乙女どもよ。)

2020Japan
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyFemale Centered PlotFriendshipLGBTQ+RomanceTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

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Kazusa Onodera is a freshman in high school and a part of the literature club along with four other members - Niina Sugawara, Rika Sonezaki, Momoko Sudo, and Hitoha Hongo. Despite their unique personalities, the girls are not very popular and often face ridicule from their peers. They have not been involved in any romantic relationships. Kazusa feels a mix of embarrassment and intrigue when reading books with explicit content. During a club discussion about their bucket list, Niina suddenly speaks out, possibly influenced by the stories they have been reading.