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Jeong Do Jeon(정도전)

2014South Korea
ActionBiographicalConsort Supporting CharacterCorruptionGoryeo DynastyHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastyPoliticalRevolutionSuspenseThriller

During the late 14th century, Goryeo faced rampant corruption and abuse of power, resulting in a mass exodus from government roles, leaving only the dishonest in positions of authority. Amidst this despair, a group of young individuals emerged, deeply committed to the principles of scholarship. These were the scholars of Sungkyunkwan, who aspired to restore peace to the world and represented the hope for Goryeo's future. Among them was Sambong Jung Do Jun, who held the conviction that the corrupt regime must be dismantled and that it was the scholars' destiny to create a visionary nation. (KBS World)

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Great Expectations(远大前程)

2018China
HistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican Era

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% 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.

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The Murky Stream(탁류)

2025South Korea
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationAge GapDramaWeb Series

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Joseon Dynasty, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

In the chaotic era of Joseon, a captivating story of intertwined destinies emerges, where the previously clear waters of the Gyeonggang River have become a murky flow. Jang Si Yul, a man who conceals his history to navigate life as a gangster, Choi Eun, a quick-witted and principled individual, and Jung Cheon, an idealist aiming to be an upright official, find their fates connected in a realm where justice is rare and survival requires sacrifices.

Recommendation: The King's Face similar to Jeong Do Jeon
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The King's Face(왕의 얼굴)

2014South Korea
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastyPoliticalSuspenseThrillerCross-DressingDramaGwanghaeHistorical FigureNice Male LeadPhysiognomyRomance

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Joseon Dynasty, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

"The King's Face" narrates the tale of Prince Gwang Hae, an illegitimate offspring of King Seon Jo, who grapples with his father's indifference and a persistent sense of not belonging within the royal palace from a young age

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The King of Tears, Lee Bang Won(태종 이방원)

2021South Korea
Consort Supporting CharacterHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastyPoliticalSuspenseThrillerDramaEunuch Supporting CharacterKing Supporting CharacterMonk-Nun Supporting CharacterPrince Supporting CharacterQueen Supporting CharacterRoyalty

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Consort Supporting Character, Historical, Historical Fiction, Joseon Dynasty, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

A new piece of literature that offers fresh insights into the character of Lee Bang Won, a prominent figure who played a key role in the establishment of the country. (Naver)

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Black Name List(黑色名单)

2011China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraWar

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

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The Good Fellas(好家伙)

2016China
ActionHistoricalPoliticalSuspenseThrillerDramaWar

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

During World War II, a band of anonymous soldiers courageously fought against the Japanese invaders as part of the Eighth Route Army.

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The Imperial Age(山河月明)

2022China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalSuspenseThrillerMing DynastyPalaceSmart Male LeadStrong Male LeadSword-fightWar

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Zhu Di, the fourth offspring of Zhu Yuan Zhang, develops into a skilled military leader and tactician after gaining extensive experience on the battlefield serving under general Xu Da. Maneuvering through political conflicts within the royal court, he solidifies his position in Beiping in order to protect the Ming Dynasty. Following the passing of Emperor Taizu, his heir Zhu Yun Wen betrays the Zhu imperial family, leading Zhu Di to lead a rebellion.

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The Flaming Brothers(绝命追踪)

2015China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraKuomintang (KMT)RomanceSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% 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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Butler(男管家)

2017China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican Era

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: East Hegemon similar to Jeong Do Jeon
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East Hegemon(江湖往事)

2008China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalSuspenseThrillerAdventureChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageMilitaryRomanceSpy Male LeadWar

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% 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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Spy Hunter(天衣无缝)

2019China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraCrimeDramaEspionageMilitaryMultiple MainsRomance

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

During the spring of 1931, The Communist Party expanded their network by establishing communication stations in China. They then turned their attention to Western Europe and dispatched two agents, known as "Asthray" and "Porcelain", to Paris. This led to the unveiling of a series of clandestine agreements, deceitful acts, mysterious deaths, illicit romances, and alliances between military personnel and members of a notable family.

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Yaksha(야차)

2010South Korea
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastySuspenseThrillerBromanceDeathFriendshipLove TriangleSexual ContentSlight RomanceSword-fightWar

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Joseon Dynasty, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

Set against a chaotic backdrop where the political landscape is unclear and various factions vie for power and the throne, the young monarch is determined to solidify his precarious position at court. His childhood companion, Baek Rok, commands a covert military group devoted to the king, known as the "Black Cloud Swords." Baek Rok is dedicated to his king, his brother Baek Kyul, and his beloved Jung Yeon. However, when his ambitious brother betrays him and ensnares him in a trap, he finds himself fleeing for his life. Captured as a slave and forced into gladiatorial combat, he ultimately returns to Joseon to exact his revenge.

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Scarlet Dense Fog(血色迷雾)

2008China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDramaFamilyTreasure HuntingWar

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Eight Heroes similar to Jeong Do Jeon
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Eight Heroes(八大豪俠)

2005Hong Kong
ActionCorruptionHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalAdventureDramaMartial ArtsSong DynastyWuxia

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Corruption, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 29% similarity match.

The tale unfolds in ancient China during the Southern Song Dynasty. Emperor Gao Zong falls victim to the deceitful premier Qin Hui, resulting in the execution of the loyal general Yue Fei. Qin Hui's followers gain control of the imperial court, causing rampant corruption within the government. Despite some upright ministers opposing Qin Hui, they are unable to confront him directly, prompting them to establish the clandestine group Haoxia to counter his influence. Eight individuals possessing unique skills and talents are invited to join Haoxia, marking the beginning of their courageous journey. The narrative progresses through various interconnected subplots and short stories, culminating in a climactic showdown between the heroes and Qin Hui's supporters.

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Immortal Admiral Yi Sun Shin(불멸의 이순신)

2004South Korea
ActionBiographicalHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastyDramaGwanghaeHistorical FigureMartial ArtsMilitary

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Biographical, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Joseon Dynasty themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Reborn (2010) similar to Jeong Do Jeon
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Reborn (2010)(重生門)

2010China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraRomance

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

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Before Dawn (2010)(黎明之前)

2010China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraUndercover Agent Male Lead

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Taking place in Shanghai in 1948, a double-crosser reveals details about a top-level Communist Party operative, prompting the Nationalist secret service to track him down.

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Hu Die Xing Dong(蝴蝶行动)

2012China
ActionHistoricalSuspenseThrillerDramaWar

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a Chinese woman attending college who switches roles with her twin sister, a Japanese spy

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Shang Gu Jiang Jun(商贾将军)

2007China
ActionBiographicalHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican EraQing Dynasty

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Biographical, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 29% similarity match.

The story revolves around Luo Zhong Jie, a renowned individual from Xuanwei, a historic town in Yunnan

Recommendation: Zhan Di Ying Xiong similar to Jeong Do Jeon
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Zhan Di Ying Xiong(战地英雄)

2002China
ActionBiographicalHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican EraDrama

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The play was created in honor of the centenary of Comrade Peng Zhen's birth, depicting his life from 1929 to 1990

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Rustic Period(야인시대)

2002South Korea
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerDramaJapanese Colonial Rule

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

The drama depicts the life of politician Kim Doo Han through a mix of reality and fiction. Kim Doo Han, son of the renowned general Kim Jwah Jin, trained in martial arts after his father's passing and rose to become a leader in Seoul's Jong Ro area, determined to defend his fellow Koreans against the Japanese. He faces opposition from Goo Ma Juk, the Seoul boss who seeks to hand over the city to Japanese developers, with the assistance of Hyashi, a Korean man living as a Japanese. Despite these challenges, Kim Doo Han strives to preserve Korean culture and eventually transitions into politics following the Korean War.

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3 Days(쓰리데이즈)

2014South Korea
ActionPoliticalSuspenseThrillerBodyguard Male LeadDrama

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

The South Korean President takes a vacation at a secluded villa. In the dead of night, three shots ring out, and the president disappears. His security team, headed by top agent Han Tae Kyung, has a limited timeframe of three days to locate the president and ensure his safe return to the Blue House.

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Inside Man(局中人)

2020China
HistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalSuspenseThrillerBrothers' RelationshipChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageFamilyMelodrama

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 28% 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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Proof of Identity(身份的证明)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Communist RevolutionChinese Republican EraScheme

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

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Wang Dahua Revolutionary Career(王大花的革命生涯)

2015China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraWarWorld War 2

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

During the early 1940s, the fight against Japanese aggression was intensifying, reaching a crucial point. The ruthless Japanese imperialism wreaked havoc on the strength of the CCP's underground movement, resulting in the sacrifice of many revolutionary comrades. Xia Jia He, a member of the underground party, was tasked with delivering a radio to Dalian by the organization. However, he was intercepted and pursued by Japanese Police Officer Junji Aoki along the way. In a twist of fate, Xia encountered his first love, Wang Da Hua, during this ordeal. Da Hua, along with her current husband Tang Quan Li, became entangled in the events that unfolded. Despite Da Hua's attempts to save her husband, Tang Quan Li's fate remained unchanged. Fueled by resentment towards Xia Jia He for causing her misery and disrupting her peaceful life, Da Hua decided to keep the radio instead of returning it to its rightful owners.

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The Little Devil(混世小魔头)

2018China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraComedyRomance

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

The tale revolves around the 48th inheritor of the Yang Warriors martial arts technique, who battles monsters and enhances his abilities to emerge as a genuine hero. Yang Xiao Lang has never been fond of mastering martial arts. Disappointed by his lack of drive, his grandmother sends him to live with his uncle Liu Guo, who manages the Zhonghua restaurant in Jiangcheng. In this unfamiliar town, Yang Xiao Lang becomes entangled with the police, the Qinglong Clan, and foreigners. In order to defend Xiao Fan, the woman he loves, Yang Xiao Lang must rise to the occasion, relying on his intelligence to combat injustices and bring glory to his family.

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The Detective (2022)(神探侠侣)

2022China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

As Jiang Ling Long delved into the mysterious disappearance of a young girl, she crossed paths with Gu Zhan Bei, a youthful marshal hailing from Ping Cheng. Together, they cracked the case, prompting Jiang Ling Long to admire Gu Zhan Bei's capabilities and propose they team up at the detective agency. As they unraveled their second case, Gu Zhan Bei began to suspect that he and Jiang Ling Long were entangled in a series of murders. Simultaneously, tensions arose between the two as they confronted emotional complexities, unresolved cases from a decade past, and shadowy figures pulling the strings from the background, plunging them into a dire predicament.

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Thin Ice(薄冰)

2023China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraDrama

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% 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

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South City Resentment(南城遗恨)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraInvestigationMystery

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Detective Concerto (2025) similar to Jeong Do Jeon
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Detective Concerto (2025)(名侦探协奏曲)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Detective Gong Sun He, along with Bao Qing Tian and their colleagues, are up against a dangerous criminal syndicate. Through cleverness and collaboration, they work together to unravel a string of intricate cases. Their mission is to combat wrongdoing and uphold the principles of justice. (TMDb)

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The Plain Clothes God Son-In-Law(麻衣神婿)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Chen Chu is chosen to wed Miss Murong through the influence of a prominent family, without knowing that the marriage is a ploy to weaken his vitality. Despite this, Chen Chu enters into the marriage with full awareness, resolved to unveil the secrets surrounding a devastating fire that wiped out his family many years ago.

Recommendation: Age of Warriors similar to Jeong Do Jeon
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Age of Warriors(무인시대 (武人時代))

2003South Korea
Goryeo DynastyHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalDramaInspired By A True StoryMilitary

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Goryeo Dynasty, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 27% similarity match.

The plot unfolds during a chaotic period in Korean history, when a group of fighters including Jung Joong Bu, Lee Ui Bang, Lee Go, and Chae Won staged a revolt against King Ui Jong of Goryeo and his administration, which was controlled by intellectuals and officials, in order to institute a military-led governance.

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Shin Don(신돈 )

2005South Korea
Goryeo DynastyHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalDramaKing Male LeadRoyalty

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Goryeo Dynasty, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 27% similarity match.

To ensure Koryo's independence, Gong Min Wang wed a woman he had no affection for. With Mongolian forces in control of Koryo, he took the Mongolian princess as his wife, believing this alliance might eventually lead to Koryo's liberation. Shin Don, a Buddhist monk, was a key advisor to both Queen Nokuk and King Gong Min in their governance of Koryo.

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Local Hero(동네의 영웅)

2016South Korea
ActionPoliticalSuspenseThrillerComedyInvestigationMystery

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Political, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Baek Shi-Yoon is a former secret agent and a highly skilled operative. Concealing his history, he purchases the bar named "Neighborhood" and operates it as the proprietor. He forms bonds with the local patrons at his bar and empathizes with their struggles. Shi-Yoon subsequently encounters a young man who is a temporary worker aspiring to join the police force. Shi-Yoon mentors him as a covert agent, and together they combat wrongdoing.

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The Moon and the Wind(月影风荷)

2006China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraFamilyRomance

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

A romantic thriller unfolding in the chaotic era of Shanghai. (DramaWiki)

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Colourful Bone(艳骨)

2017China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerWeb Novel AdaptationAdventureMartial ArtsMultiple EndingsRomanceWuxiaZhou Dynasty

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

Altering one's appearance comes with many unknowns. It's hard to predict whether such a method will have positive or negative outcomes for those who choose to undergo it. The Kingdom of Chu has always been governed by members of the Chu family, but this changes when Feng Ru Ge seizes power. Over the past fifteen years, the Crown Prince has been patiently waiting to reclaim what was lost. Feng Ru Ge's goddaughter, Jing Shu, has been skilled in skin painting since childhood. She traded a face for a life with Zhao Ru Shi, unknowingly receiving Lue Ying, a notorious assassin, in return. Lue Ying's sole purpose is to assassinate the Crown Prince, who is also Jing Shu's betrothed, setting the stage for a tumultuous tale of love and hatred.

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The Song(恋恋阙歌)

2017China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese OperaChinese Republican EraDramaMusicMusician Female LeadOpera Singer Female LeadRomance

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

The story takes place in historic Shanghai during the 1920s. After completing her education overseas, a young woman returns to China and becomes immersed in the societal changes happening around her. She crosses paths with a wealthy businessman from Shanghai and they develop romantic feelings for each other. The woman is a talented opera performer, but their love faces obstacles when various antagonists try to sabotage their relationship.

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Di Ren Jie Zhi Bu Si Xiu Luo(狄仁杰之不死修罗)

2022China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerDetective Di RenjieDetective FictionDetective Male LeadHistorical FigureInvestigationMartial ArtsMystery

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

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Butterfly Shadow (2023)(蝶影)

2023China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraCrimeEspionageInvestigationMysterySpy Male LeadWeb Series

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% 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.

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Dawn Amidst Hidden Clouds(探晴安)

2024China
ActionCorruptionHistoricalSuspenseThrillerAdventureCharacter DevelopmentEnemies To LoversInvestigationMysteryRomanceWeb Series

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Corruption, Historical, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

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

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The Black Rose (2009)(黑玫瑰)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionRevolutionSuspenseThrillerChinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraCrimeDramaEspionageSpy Supporting CharacterWar

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Revolution, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

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Water Margin (2011)(水浒传)

2011China
ActionCorruptionHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalNovel AdaptationAdventureDramaMartial ArtsNorthern Song DynastySong DynastyWuxia

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Corruption, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 26% similarity match.

During the decline of the Northern Song Dynasty, widespread corruption plagued the government. In response to this oppression, a group of one hundred and eight individuals rose up in rebellion against the authorities. Their final stand was made at a location known as Liangshan. Taken from Shi Nai An's book "Water Margin."

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Mao Anying(毛岸英)

2010China
BiographicalHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalChinese Republican EraFamilyMilitaryWar

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The biography focuses on Mao An Ying, the firstborn son of Mao Ze Dong. (Credit: northkoreatech.org)

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Iron Masked Singer(铁面歌女)

2010China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraInvestigationMysteryRomance

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% 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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Sanjin Mountain City(三进山城)

2012China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDramaJapanese Colonial RuleWar

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The narrative follows the Eighth Route Army as they attempt to reclaim Qiyang City, a strategic military outpost held by the Japanese forces during the Anti-Japanese War

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The Mantis Killer(螳螂)

2011China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraDramaMilitaryRomance

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King of Legend(傳奇之王)

2012China
ActionHistoricalSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDramaMilitaryRevenge

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Sailing enthusiast Lin Tian Long leads a life of relative comfort, until his wedding day when he is falsely accused of treason and imprisoned in the depths of Prison Number 7. Believed to be deceased by the world, except for one individual, Tian Long finds solace in the company of a fellow inmate who was once a teacher to the Emperor and has been incarcerated for 16 years. Nearly two decades later, Tian Long escapes from captivity, armed with knowledge gained during his imprisonment, seeking vengeance on the three men responsible for his wrongful incarceration. This narrative is inspired by Alexandre Dumas' novel "The Count of Monte Cristo."

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Imminent Crisis(一触即发)

2012China
HistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraConspiracyIdentical Twin Male LeadMilitary

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% 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.

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Miracle Healer(超级小郎中)

2017China
ActionHistoricalHistorical FictionSuspenseThrillerAdventureChinese Republican EraDramaInvestigationMartial ArtsMysteryRomanceWuxia

Like Jeong Do Jeon, this drama also features Action, Historical, Historical Fiction, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% 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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Miracle Healer 2(超级小郎中2)

2018China
HistoricalSuspenseThriller

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