Life Is a Long Quiet River - Asian drama recommendation
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Life Is a Long Quiet River(心居)

2022China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeSingle MotherStrong Female Lead

The tale of Shanghai residents is narrated through the eyes of Feng Xiao Qin and Gu Qing Yu, who are sisters-in-law that overcome their differences to form a stronger bond amidst life's challenges. Feng Xiao Qin has been a part of the Gu family for a decade, joining them while pregnant to become their daughter-in-law. Gu Qing Yu, the eldest daughter in the family, has always been cautious of her, feeling that Feng Xiao Qin is driven by ambition. When Feng Xiao Qin asks her husband, Gu Lei, to borrow money from Gu Qing Yu for a house, Gu Qing Yu skillfully avoids the request by revealing her own plans to purchase a luxury home. After Gu Lei's sudden passing, the tensions between the two sisters-in-law only intensify. As a single mother, Feng Xiao Qin is in dire straits, but she discovers her inner strength through the trials she faces. At the same time, Gu Qing Yu experiences personal growth that alters her perspective on life. Despite their initial conflicts, the two women eventually come to a place of mutual understanding, standing united to shoulder the family's burdens regardless of what challenges lie ahead.

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Recommendation: Living (2009) similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Living (2009)(大生活)

2009China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLife

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 67% similarity match.

Based on the book "Big Life" written by Qiao Yu.

Recommendation: Kibougaoka no Hitobito similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Kibougaoka no Hitobito(希望ヶ丘の人びと)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 57% similarity match.

Tajima resides happily in Tokyo with his wife Keiko, their daughter Mika, and son Ryota. Unfortunately, Keiko is diagnosed with terminal cancer and passes away within three months. Keiko was the light of the family, and her absence creates a void in their hearts. Tajima attempts to continue on as usual, but soon realizes it is futile. Upon his children's suggestion, they visit Kibougaoka, Keiko's hometown, to reminisce about her past. They visit Keiko's old, empty home, and Tajima proposes they move there. Mika and Ryota agree, and the Tajima family begins a new chapter in Kibougaoka.

Recommendation: Wang Gui and Anna similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Wang Gui and Anna(王贵与安娜)

2008China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeCountryside SettingRomance

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

Based on the book written by Liu Liu, this adaptation...

Recommendation: The Mother similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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The Mother(大地情深)

2013China
DramaFamilyLife

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Recommendation: Sakura Saku Made similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Sakura Saku Made(桜咲くまで)

2004Japan
DramaFamilyLife

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Recommendation: Born to Be the One similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Born to Be the One(凡人歌)

2024China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamily

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Family themes with a 50% similarity match.

The tale follows three couples in their thirties to forties as they navigate the challenges of a hectic lifestyle, striving to preserve their identities and values

Recommendation: Our Days (2024) similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Our Days (2024)(好团圆)

2024China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamily

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Family themes with a 50% similarity match.

Xiang Zhi Jun has three daughters residing in different cities: Shanghai, Kunshan, and Suzhou. The eldest, Xiang Qian, aged 35, has achieved significant success in her professional life. Xiang Zhong, the middle daughter at 31, is actively working towards her future goals. The youngest, Xiang Nan, aged 26, has a pure and romantic demeanor. Challenges in the marriages of all three daughters bring them closer together as they provide mutual support and encouragement. With guidance from their parents, Xiang Zhong manages to overcome difficulties with her in-laws and rebuild her confidence in her marriage. Xiang Qian uncovers her husband Gao Ping's true nature and finds a renewed sense of purpose in her career and personal life. Xiang Nan also navigates through her uncertainties and gains a deeper understanding of marriage and self-awareness.

Recommendation: Shades of Life similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Shades of Life(我們的天空)

2014Hong Kong
DramaFamilyLife

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

Yu Yang, a well-respected former school principal, has a strong love for traditional Chinese culture and values family above all else. His oldest child, Jack Wu, earned a degree in journalism and now works as an editor for a magazine. Jack is known for his inquisitive nature and occasionally disagrees with his father on social matters. With a 40-year age gap, Yu Yang and his daughter, Zoie Tam, struggle to connect due to their differing perspectives shaped by different generations. Yu Yang also finds it challenging to adapt to the fast-paced changes brought by modern technology. Luckily, his daughter-in-law, Elaine Yiu, effectively manages the household as a devoted mother and wife. As their son grows, the family faces tough decisions regarding his education, leading to heightened emotions for all involved. The show delves into key issues affecting Hong Kong residents, such as education, housing, an aging population, youth competitiveness, Mainland China relations, and immigration trends. Through each episode, the series realistically portrays these challenges, striking a chord with viewers.

Recommendation: The Floating Generation similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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The Floating Generation(島嶼協奏曲)

2024Hong Kong
DramaFamilyLife

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

Three women, each at a different point in their lives, are looking to start fresh in a new country for various personal reasons. Faye, who got married young, recently discovered her husband's infidelity. Seeking a change of scenery, she pays a visit to her closest friend in Taipei with the intention of finding a new partner to settle down with. Meanwhile, Lydia and Leo, a married couple who were both successful in their careers, decided to leave their high-paying jobs in Hong Kong and relocate to Green Island to manage a hotel. Despite their initial admiration for the laid-back lifestyle on the island, they face challenges as Lydia's perfectionism clashes with the business setbacks caused by the pandemic, leading to tensions with local partners and conflicts with Leo. Lastly, Yvonne, an art teacher working on a temporary basis in Taipei, receives news that her contract will not be renewed. Worried about readjusting to the fast-paced life in Hong Kong, she is determined to find a way to stay in Taiwan with the help of her colleagues Shun Wan and Yu Shan. However, Yvonne must confront her true motivations for wanting to remain in Taiwan.

Recommendation: Zoku Heisei Meoto Jawan similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Zoku Heisei Meoto Jawan(続・平成夫婦茶碗)

2002Japan
DramaFamilyLife

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Recommendation: Boku to Kanojo to Kanojo no Ikiru Michi similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Boku to Kanojo to Kanojo no Ikiru Michi(僕と彼女と彼女の生きる道)

2004Japan
DramaFamilyLife

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

The central theme of this television series revolves around the connections between parents and children, as well as between spouses. It delves into the complexities of love, the essence of life, and the pursuit of genuine happiness. The protagonist is taken by surprise when his wife suddenly expresses her desire for a divorce, despite his belief that he was a devoted husband. Without providing a reason, she packs her things and leaves, leaving behind their 7-year-old daughter. This leaves the man to navigate life as a single parent to Rin, their daughter, amidst an uncomfortable atmosphere at home. Struggling with unfamiliar household responsibilities and the care of Rin, Tetsuro grapples with feelings of anger and stress, all while being unsure of his daughter's emotional state.

Recommendation: Last Present (2004) similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Last Present (2004)(ラストプレゼント ~娘と生きる最後の夏~)

2004Japan
DramaFamilyLife

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

Hiraki Asuka has been given a terminal cancer diagnosis with only three months to live. She decides to reconnect with her daughter and ex-husband, whom she had previously left behind, in order to make the most of her remaining time and rekindle their relationships.

Recommendation: Wataru Seken wa Oni Bakari 7 similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Wataru Seken wa Oni Bakari 7(渡る世間は鬼ばかり7)

2004Japan
DramaFamilyLife

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Recommendation: Panda is Coming to the Town similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Panda is Coming to the Town(パンダが町にやってくる)

2008Japan
DramaFamilyLife

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

The unique title "Panda" refers to a panda outfit worn by the main character, a 29-year-old woman known for her talent. She was once praised as a child prodigy actress and had successful songs as a singer, but her career took a different path after turning 20. Nowadays, radio DJs and TV show hosts wear panda costumes, while she remains attached to her favorite song. She falls in love with a younger man at a cake shop in her neighborhood and they marry, pledging to pursue their dreams as a singer and pastry chef. However, their newlywed bliss is disrupted when her older sister and three children move in, causing challenges in their relationship. The drama follows the couple as they navigate the early hurdles of marriage, exploring themes of family, love, and life through the eyes of a talented woman married to a bakery owner.

Recommendation: Wataru Seken wa Oni Bakari 10 similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Wataru Seken wa Oni Bakari 10(渡る世間は鬼ばかり10)

2010Japan
DramaFamilyLife

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Recommendation: Jia Shi Wu Li similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Jia Shi Wu Li(家事无理)

2007China
DramaFamilyLife

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a pair of individuals with contrasting backgrounds who encounter challenges in their romantic relationship, personal lives, and professional endeavors

Recommendation: Mothers 2017: The Pregnant Homeless Women similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Mothers 2017: The Pregnant Homeless Women(マザーズ2017 野宿の妊婦)

2017Japan
DramaFamilyLife

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

Madoka, a pregnant homeless woman, sought assistance from Takako Okada, the leader of "Smile Baby," as she approached her due date. While originally planning to give her baby to a man she met online, Madoka switched to another organization called "Online Adoption" after being offered money in exchange for the baby. Using the funds she received from Nonogaki, the representative of the new organization, Madoka paid for nursing school tuition in hopes of gaining independence. However, she grew concerned about Nonogaki's motives and attempted to cancel the agreement. Nonogaki demanded double the amount of money received in order to terminate the contract and coerced Madoka into signing away parental rights with a lawyer. Nonogaki operated as a middleman profiting from connecting babies with adoptive parents without considering the well-being of the children. Despite her reservations, Madoka ultimately delivered her baby to the elderly adoptive parents at the specified location.

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Happiness Simple(福好简单)

2012Taiwan
DramaFamilyLife

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Recommendation: Flavor of Life similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Flavor of Life(含笑食堂)

2013Taiwan
DramaFamilyLife

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Liu Han Xiao decided to step away quietly to fulfill her duty as a daughter. At the age of 40, she made the difficult decision to leave her career as a Realty Commissioner and reopen her parents' canteen to start anew. Qiu Luan, aged 60, remained indifferent towards her husband who had left their home years ago for another woman. However, when her father, Liu Gui De, returned home after years of abandonment due to dementia, brought back by the woman he had been involved with, how would Qiu Luan react to his return? How would Han Xiao, her brother, and Xin Hui, who had missed out on 20 years of love, adjust to this new situation?

Recommendation: Open Mind, Open Possibility similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Open Mind, Open Possibility(心开运转)

2013Taiwan
DramaFamilyLife

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Recommendation: Gold Earrings similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Gold Earrings(金耳环)

2007China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamily

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Based on Hai Yan's novel "The Crimson Stream."

Recommendation: Matrilineal Family similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Matrilineal Family(女系家族)

2005Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamily

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Family themes with a 50% similarity match.

An established family business faces upheaval after the unexpected passing of the family patriarch, leading to a tense power struggle between his three wealthy daughters and a pregnant young woman of humble origins who was carrying his child. Based on the book by Yamasaki Toyoko ( ).

Recommendation: Just in Time similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Just in Time(时光正好)

2024China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamily

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Family themes with a 50% similarity match.

Xu Meng An, a woman in her middle age, believed she had everything under control until her life took an unexpected turn. Facing layoffs at work, a halt in her career advancement, her husband's job loss, concerns about her daughter's romantic life, and the surprise of a second child, she found herself overwhelmed. Balancing personal growth with family responsibilities became a pressing issue for her. Meanwhile, her friend Chen Wan Zhen, feeling neglected by her husband as a stay-at-home mom, decided to reenter the workforce. Xu Meng An's sister, Xu Meng Xin, struggled with hormone imbalances during pregnancy. Through their challenges and hardships, they managed to overcome obstacles and find new opportunities for growth in life.

Recommendation: A Lifelong Journey similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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A Lifelong Journey(人世间)

2022China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifePoliticalRomance

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

A narrative depicting the lives of common citizens amidst the significant transformations in Chinese society through the years. In the late 1970s, the Zhou family resided in a provincial city in the northern region. The father, Zhu Zhi Gang, had recently taken part in the Third Front Movement in Xi Nan. The eldest son, Zhou Bing Yi, answered a national initiative by joining the first group of "educated" youths sent to rural areas. The eldest daughter, Zhou Rong, accompanied her poet spouse to the countryside of Guizhou. The youngest son, Zhou Bing Kun, remained at home with their mother. Over a span of five decades, the Zhou family encountered the waves of change in China. Zhou Bing Yi pursued a career in politics after completing his university studies, facing various challenges during the extensive reforms. Zhou Rong opted to stay and teach after achieving her Ph.D. despite experiencing hardships in her love life and spending twelve years living in France. Zhou Bing Kun and Zheng Juan, a beautiful yet unfortunate woman, developed romantic feelings for each other and progressed through their individual efforts. The family, along with relatives and friends in the community, learned to move forward together. Through their journeys in life, the Zhou family embodies a grand narrative of modern Chinese individuals. (ChineseDrama.info)

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Sono Hi no Maeni(その日のまえに)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeMelodramaMiniseries

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

Harada Kazumi has been diagnosed with terminal cancer and has been informed that she has a year left to live. In the time remaining, she and her husband Kensuke decide to revisit the neighborhood where they started their life together, unaware of the concept of mortality. During their visit, they not only reminisce about their past but also contemplate their future together. As the inevitable day draws near, they must find a way to cope with loss and move forward with a positive outlook on life.

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Bakabon no Papa yori Bakana Papa(バカボンのパパよりバカなパパ)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeBased On A True StoryMiniseries

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

The plot of this series revolves around the novel "Bakabon no Papa yori Bakana Papa," depicting the daily lives of the writer, her father who is a manga illustrator, and other members of their family.

Recommendation: The Stage (2020) similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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The Stage (2020)(装台)

2020China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeBehind The ScenesBehind The StageDocumentary

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 44% similarity match.

Diao Shun Zi is the leader of a team involved in organizing stage productions. He is married to the kind-hearted Cai Su Fen and has a large family with various personalities, leading to a story filled with emotions. Shun Zi is dedicated to every aspect of his work to ensure the stage is always flawless. They have collaborated with opera groups, weddings, and funerals, interacting with people from different backgrounds. Shun Zi is passionate about his work, considering it an art form regardless of others' opinions. Despite facing challenges like the possible demolition of their neighborhood, Shun Zi remains true to his values and commitments to his family.

Recommendation: Kiss Me, Mom! similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Kiss Me, Mom!(媽,親一下!)

2013Taiwan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeBiographicalFriendshipRomance

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 44% similarity match.

The novel depicts a year in the life of Giddens Ko that felt more like a dramatic film than reality. Within this year, he experienced both extreme joy and profound sadness. This was the same year he received the prestigious Best Writer award, but it was also the year his mother was diagnosed with a serious illness, acute myeloid leukemia. As the men in the family navigated the complexities of the healthcare system, endured the grueling chemotherapy treatments, and faced overwhelming medical bills, they also dealt with significant developments in their personal lives. His older brother got married, his younger brother started a new relationship, and his own long-term girlfriend ended their romance.

Recommendation: I Love You (2013) similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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I Love You (2013)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeRomance

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Inspired by the collection of short stories titled "I Love You," authored by Kotaro Isaka, Ira Ishida, Takuji Ichikawa, Otsuichi, Ko Nakamura, and Takayoshi Honda.

Recommendation: Pearl similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Pearl(爱闪亮)

2013China
DramaFamilyLifeRomance

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Divided into two sections, the initial segment is known as Ai Shan Liang with 33 episodes, while the latter part is titled Shan Liang Ai with 37 episodes. Pearl, also known as Zhen Zhu, was brought up by her grandmother after her mother abandoned her to marry a prosperous doctor. Her aspiration is to excel as a clothing designer, and she puts in a great deal of effort to make her dream come true. She falls in love with wealthy "Fu Er Dai" He Zhi Wei, and after overcoming numerous challenges posed by their families, they tie the knot. Zhen Zhu becomes pregnant, but tragically, Zhi Wei is involved in an accident, leaving her widowed and pregnant. Five years later, Zhen Zhu is looking after her child and her late husband's family. To support them, she secures a position at a clothing design firm. Through her determination and kindness, Zhen Zhu touches the lives of those around her and gradually moves closer to realizing her dream as a clothing designer.

Recommendation: Mikon Rokushimai 2 similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Mikon Rokushimai 2(みこん六姉妹2)

2008Japan
DramaFamilyLifeComedy

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Recommendation: Happiness From The Clouds similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Happiness From The Clouds(幸福从天而降)

2014China
DramaFamilyLifeRomance

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

After years of constant arguments and dissatisfaction, Tian Lan and Zhan Peng decided to end their marriage and pursue separate paths. They both found new partners and began to enjoy the happiness of being in a loving relationship. However, the well-being of their daughter has posed a challenge for their new partners. Will they reconcile to fulfill their daughter's desire for a united family or work together to address the issue appropriately?

Recommendation: The Warring States Period (2014) similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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The Warring States Period (2014)(婆媳的战国时代)

2014China
DramaFamilyLifeMean In-Law

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Secret Society of Men - Friends similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Secret Society of Men - Friends(男人帮·朋友)

2015China
DramaFamilyLifeFriendship

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Former college friends, now grown adults with varying paths in life, find themselves at a crossroads when their friendship is put to the test. Du Jian Feng, born into a humble family, excels in mathematics and is known for his reserved nature and strong principles. Zhao Hai Peng, on the other hand, is a wealthy and charming business elite with a romantic side. Lastly, High, a dreamer with a realistic outlook, is a self-centered egoist and the owner of a trading company.

Recommendation: First Marriage (2018) similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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First Marriage (2018)(初婚)

2018China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyRomance

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According to the novel "Chu Hun" written by Wu Ke Jing.

Recommendation: The Land of Hope (2019) similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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The Land of Hope (2019)(希望的大地)

2019China
DramaFamilyLifeRevolution

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a group of diligent individuals who embrace life and confront the challenges of a rapidly evolving era with bravery and determination. Against the backdrop of pivotal moments in Chinese history, they set out on a journey to discover a path towards a fulfilling and joyful existence, realizing their aspirations through various transformative measures.

Recommendation: Under One Roof similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Under One Roof(一個屋簷下)

2021Taiwan
DramaFamilyLifeRomance

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

A contemporary family saga unfolds, portraying the individual struggles and concerns of each household member

Recommendation: Hometown Over the Hill Season 2 similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Hometown Over the Hill Season 2(산너머 남촌에는 2)

2012South Korea
DramaFamilyLifeRomance

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

A theatrical piece that explores the diverse individuals connected to a rural agricultural community.

Recommendation: Seed of Hope similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Seed of Hope(俗世情真)

2003Hong Kong
DramaFamilyLifeRomance

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Wu Lik Wung, a prominent financial expert, was given 240 hours of community service as punishment for drug-related charges. During this time, he crossed paths with children from troubled backgrounds, which led to a transformative experience. It was here that he encountered Lam Siu Mun, a compassionate social worker at the Children's Home who approached each child as a precious gift and every task as a sacred duty.

Recommendation: The Family Link similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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The Family Link(師奶兵團)

2007Hong Kong
DramaFamilyLifeComedy

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Mung Ka Ka, Cho Mei Ngoh, and Hilary Ding Mui Hong are close friends who have a deep understanding of parenting. They offer guidance to Ko Wing Kuen on raising his daughter, emphasizing the importance of actions over mere words. As they navigate through this journey, they uncover potential hidden activities by their spouses.

Recommendation: The Wicked League similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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The Wicked League(惡毒老人同盟)

2015Hong Kong
DramaFamilyLifeComedy

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

According to popular belief, having an older family member at home is considered a valuable asset. However, in reality, many seniors often experience discrimination. The five main elderly characters in this show exemplify this, as they are frequently underestimated by their relatives, friends, and colleagues. After a chance meeting, they band together and form The Wicked League to seek revenge on those who have mistreated them. Through light-hearted dark humor, this series sheds light on the challenges faced by elderly individuals in today's society, aiming to encourage viewers to show more compassion and respect towards the elderly in their own lives.

Recommendation: The Perfect Path for Two similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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The Perfect Path for Two(夫婦道)

2007Japan
DramaFamilyLifeBusiness

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

The sitcom portrays the weddings of the three daughters from the Takanabe family involved in tea cultivation, the challenges of passing down the family's tea business through generations, and the conflicts that arise between the couples. It captures the human drama within the family, showcasing moments of both joy and sorrow.

Recommendation: Honke no Yome similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Honke no Yome(本家のヨメ)

2001Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Nozomi, a Taiwanese woman, is married to Shinji, a Japanese businessman living in Taipei. Their relationship takes a turn when Shinji is required to go back to Japan to manage the family estate. This leads to a conflict between Nozomi and her mother-in-law. (groink)

Recommendation: Yume no California similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Yume no California(夢のカリフォルニア)

2002Japan
DramaFamilyLifeFriendship

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Shu, Kotomi, and Keiko are former classmates from junior high school who are now navigating different challenges in their lives. Shu is a senior at a university with a low ranking, Kotomi is trying to make it as a model, and Keiko works a desk job at a small company. Despite their efforts, they are all unsatisfied with their current situations and are searching for something better. Facing the common struggles and uncertainties of today's youth, the three friends lean on each other for support as they try to discover the meaning they are seeking in their lives.

Recommendation: Kikujiro and Saki 3 similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Kikujiro and Saki 3(菊次郎とさき 3)

2007Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyComedy

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Family themes with a 43% similarity match.

In the Kitano family, Kikujiro is a strict and short-tempered father who also has a daringly comical personality. His wife, Saki, is a positive, cheerful, and clever woman who often argues with her husband but stands by him during difficult times. This story allows viewers to reflect on the strong and close-knit family bonds of the past, when Japan was not as prosperous as it is today. This drama is inspired by an autobiographical book written by actor and director Takeshi Kitano.

Recommendation: San Daime no Yome! similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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San Daime no Yome!(三代目のヨメ!)

2008Japan
DramaFamilyLifeComedy

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Misako Yoneda, a 56-year-old mother-in-law, continues to behave like a daughter-in-law despite her age. When her son reveals his plans to marry Natsuko Fujisaki, a 35-year-old woman who enters their family through marriage, the dynamics of the well-known rice cracker shop change. This is a tale of the joyous and emotional moments shared between the two women - the mother and her daughter-in-law.

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Atakake no Hitobito(安宅家の人々)

2008Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyMelodrama

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Family themes with a 43% similarity match.

Endo Kumiko plays the role of Kuniko in the series, who is the daughter of an employee working for the wealthy hotel owner, Soemon Ataka. Kuniko chooses to marry Soichi, Soemon's son who has intellectual disabilities, because she values his pure heart over his family's wealth. Soichi faces disdain from his brother Joji, who has squandered his share of the inheritance due to unsuccessful business ventures. Kuniko struggles to defend the last hotel remaining from Joji's schemes, while Joji's wife starts to influence Soichi's feelings.

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The Perfect Path for Two 2(夫婦道2)

2009Japan
DramaFamilyLifeBusiness

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

The Ideal Journey for a Pair revisits the ordinary challenges faced by a married couple as they work to raise children and manage a small tea farm. It vividly portrays the various difficulties that arise between spouses, parents and kids, siblings, and community members. The storyline continues two years after three daughters left one after the other to get married. They have now come back home with a range of marital problems to address.

Recommendation: Mama to Papa ga Ikiru Riyuu similar to Life Is a Long Quiet River
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Mama to Papa ga Ikiru Riyuu(ママとパパが生きる理由。)

2014Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 43% similarity match.

Thirty-four-year-old Yoshioka Toko was diagnosed with breast cancer two years after giving birth to her second child. Unfortunately, surgery is not an option due to her terminal condition, although her life expectancy remains uncertain. Toko is determined to stay strong for the sake of her son and daughter, despite facing moments of fear and anxiety. Shortly after Toko's diagnosis, her husband Kenichi learns that he has end-stage lung cancer. Despite their limited time left, the Yoshioka family continues to hold onto their dreams, never losing their sense of humor and their love for each other.

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Sesiru no Mokuromi(セシルのもくろみ)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyMiniseries

Like Life Is a Long Quiet River, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Family themes with a 43% similarity match.

Miyaji Nao is a married woman with a husband and a son. She prioritizes taking care of her son over focusing on her appearance. Nao leads a content life until she is approached to become a reader model for the well-known women's fashion magazine, VANiTY. This opportunity marks a turning point in her life.