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Maou(魔王)

2008Japan
Classmates' RelationshipCrime Against MoralityDeathDouble IdentityDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSchool SettingSlight RomanceSupernaturalSuspenseThriller

Naruse Ryo is a skilled lawyer known for his ability to win cases for his clients. He takes on cases for those in need and provides free legal defense, earning him the nickname "angel attorney." However, this compassionate facade hides his true motive: seeking revenge on the person who killed his younger brother 11 years ago. In reality, he is a relentless seeker of vengeance, earning him the title of "Devil King." (TBS)

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Recommendation: Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka similar to Maou
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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationMurder

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

As they entered their late thirties, Komoto Maya, Kagami Riko, and Sakaki Yurika realized they regretted marrying for the sake of happiness. They started to feel the limitations of their careers and questioned the direction of their lives. These three college classmates often went out for drinks together, sharing complaints about their husbands and releasing their pent-up frustrations. One fateful evening, Maya and Riko were summoned to Yurika's home, where she shockingly confessed, "I have killed my husband!" Subsequently, Maya's husband mysteriously disappeared, setting off a chain of events that would alter the destinies of these three women. Thus begins the tale of their vengeance as they strive to reclaim the happiness stolen from them by their marriages.

Recommendation: Through The Mystery similar to Maou
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Through The Mystery(穿越谜团)

2016China
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMedicalRomance

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Wei Rong found a mysterious man using a deceased person's phone. Initially, she suspected him of being involved in the death of her close friend, Zong Si Ning, and causing trouble for her aunt, Zong Feng. However, she later discovered that the man, Ma Dong, was actually investigating Si Ning's death, which he believed was linked to his mother's suicide at her aunt's hospital a year prior. Working together, they retraced Si Ning's final steps before his tragic demise. What they uncovered was a shocking secret that could have torn their families apart if Si Ning had survived to reveal it.

Recommendation: Last One Standing (2008) similar to Maou
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Last One Standing (2008)(與敵同行)

2008Hong Kong
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMurderWrongfully Accused

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Cheung Sing Hei served time in prison after being convicted of killing his stepfather. Surprisingly, his cousin Tong Lap Yeen was the main witness in the case. After a decade behind bars, Sing Hei is released, only to find that Lap Yeen has become a prominent figure in the city, while his own reputation is tarnished. Feeling frustrated and suspicious about the events of ten years ago, Sing Hei is determined to uncover the truth behind his stepfather's murder. Through his own investigation, he identifies the true culprit, but struggles to find a motive or concrete evidence. This is a story of Sing Hei's quest to reveal the truth and clear his name.

Recommendation: Used Good similar to Maou
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Used Good(異搜店)

2021Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerDeath Of A FatherSupernatural Power

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Returning to Wai Tak Shun's early years, he is left heartbroken by the passing of his father, Wai King Yan. This loss leads to mood swings and a disinterest in everything, causing Tak Shun to even forget about his father completely. To protect Tak Shun, his mother Tse Mei Sheung and uncle Tse Tim Sing avoid discussing King Yan's death. Fate brings Tak Shun together with Fung Cho Yee, the daughter of a local thrift store owner. Cho Yee notices Tak Shun's ability to sense the histories of old objects. Together, Tak Shun and Cho Yee help others confront their fears by revealing hidden stories through peculiar items in the store. Following the guidance of an old object, Tak Shun eventually uncovers the truth about his father's death, forcing him to confront the pain of the past once again.

Recommendation: Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN similar to Maou
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Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN(名もなき復讐者 ZEGEN)

2019Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationMiniseries

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

The series follows the story of the main character "Zegen" as he pursues vengeance following his wife's tragic death. Li Xue Lan arrives in Japan to seek employment to cover her husband's medical expenses back in China. With Zegen's help, she starts working at a massage parlor in Kawasaki. Worried about her situation due to her temporary visa, he suggests a fake marriage with an older man. Inspired by Jou Tomioka's novel.

Recommendation: Othello (2022) similar to Maou
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Othello (2022)(オセロ)

2022Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerActress Female LeadFriendshipHorrorJealousyMiniseries

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

A small theater group called "ENGINE" is currently rehearsing in a rundown building near Tsutenkaku Tower in Osaka. The group's young members, led by actress Yamaguchi Mai, are putting in extra effort to prepare for their upcoming performance in Tokyo. Their current production is "DICE," which is the troupe's most well-known work and was first staged a decade ago. The group's leader, Mr. Shigemori, is particularly excited about the Tokyo performance but is starting to feel dissatisfied with the rehearsals. However, everything changes when Mai comes across a VHS tape labeled "DICE" in the company's archives. This tape contains footage from the original performance ten years ago. After watching the tape, Mai and her friends start experiencing strange and unexplainable events around them.

Recommendation: The Fearless similar to Maou
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The Fearless(靈異街11號)

2019Taiwan
DeathInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadMurderParanormalWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, Slight Romance, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

After a former criminal was unexpectedly granted the ability to see spirits, his life took a dramatic turn. Spirits sought his assistance one by one, beginning with the deceased. What messages were they trying to convey to him?

Recommendation: Century Lao Che similar to Maou
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Century Lao Che(百年老宅)

2009China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Be Irreconcilable similar to Maou
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Be Irreconcilable(势不两立)

2014China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

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Two Women in the War(兩個女人的戰爭)

2016China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Double Characters similar to Maou
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Double Characters(夜行人)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Three years ago, Tang Ming Xuan's wife Xie Wei passed away in what was believed to be a suicide, a situation that has troubled the family ever since. At the wedding ceremony of Ke Yuan and Ming Xuan three years later, new information came to light when a mysterious individual, Solution Days, appeared, bringing back memories of the past. Ke Yuan stood by Ming Xuan, refusing to believe Solution Days' accusations and remaining convinced of Ming Xuan's innocence. Solution Days suspected foul play in Xie Wei's death and set out to uncover the truth, using various tactics to take control of the company and investigate the real cause of Xie Wei's demise. As new evidence emerged, the hidden secrets surrounding Ming Xuan began to unravel, bringing danger closer to Ke Yuan as she navigated a world of love and deception. Ultimately, Ming Xuan's true nature was revealed.

Recommendation: Summer Heat (2006) similar to Maou
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Summer Heat (2006)(心慌、心郁、逐個捉)

2006Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

When Sui Ning was young, she had a close bond with her father after her mother passed away. However, as she got older, their relationship became strained. Sui Ning became consumed with work and found her father irritating. One day, her father invited her to visit their ancestral village for a vacation. Sui Ning couldn't understand why her father was so attached to his hometown. When she was called back to work, her father decided to go alone. Later that night, Sui Ning rushed to the village after finishing work, only to find her father's yacht had exploded. Believing her father was inside, she contacted her police officer boyfriend Lau Ho Fat. Despite their efforts to search the water, her father's body was not found. Sui Ning suspected foul play and began to distrust the villagers, uncovering her father's troubled history with them. Will she be able to uncover the truth and find the person responsible for her father's death?

Recommendation: Double Characters Season 2 similar to Maou
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Double Characters Season 2(夜行人二)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Doll Master (2017) similar to Maou
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The Doll Master (2017)(人偶师)

2017China
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMurder

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

In reality, every individual on this planet is like a marionette, with invisible strings controlling their actions. Two decades ago, the renowned psychologist Ouyang Qiu, along with his friend and colleague Ruan Haotian, traveled to Dawn City for a confidential research project. Tragically, Ouyang met his demise by falling from a building, while Dr. Ruan vanished under mysterious circumstances. Subsequently, the project was abruptly terminated. Fast forward twenty years, Ouyang Qiu's son, Ouyang Yiming, has grown up and joined a specialized SCI Team as an agent. When a gruesome mutilation case arises in Dawn City, Ouyang Yiming takes it upon himself to investigate. However, just as he nears a breakthrough, the perpetrator takes their own life, prompting Ouyang to delve deeper into the mystery. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes apparent that Pandora's Box is on the verge of being opened... (Q1Q2)

Recommendation: Truth or Death similar to Maou
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Truth or Death(真心话杀机)

2025China
DramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerManhua AdaptationShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

A frantic robbery results in a deadly incident, resulting in a man being incarcerated and his daughter believing that another family has destroyed their lives. Years down the line, she pursues vengeance, ensnaring them in a perilous game fueled by misinterpretation.

Recommendation: To Get Unstuck in Time similar to Maou
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To Get Unstuck in Time(隔世追兇)

2004Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerDetective FictionRomanceTime Rift

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

The series follows Ho Tin Kwong, a police officer who stumbles upon his late father's old cellphone during a stormy day. To his astonishment, after being struck by lightning, Tin Kwong realizes that the phone can communicate with his father from 20 years ago, before he passed away in a mysterious unsolved crime. With his father's assistance, they work together to revisit old cases and solve them across the 20-year gap in time.

Recommendation: Phoenix Rising similar to Maou
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Phoenix Rising(蘭花劫)

2008Hong Kong
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimeMurderPrison Setting

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Crystal, Louisa, and Leila grew up as siblings after being orphaned at a young age. Each of them was adopted into different families with diverse backgrounds. When Louisa was imprisoned for a crime she committed, Crystal took the blame to protect her sister. Leila, known for her kindness, attempted to help by falsifying evidence but ended up being incarcerated as well. Tensions between the three sisters and the prison owner escalate, leading to a desire for revenge. This series delves into the underworld of women in prison, exploring their struggles and conflicts.

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Psycho Detective Season 2(詭探前傳)

2019Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThriller1980sFantasyGhost

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Taking place in the 1980s, the story revolves around Pang Pak Chuen, a Taoist expert and a professor of philosophy at a university. He takes on three young men - Cheung Hon Chung, Tsui Pak Keung, and Szema Chi Chuen - as his students. Together, they gain fame as fighters who specialize in dealing with ghosts. Eventually, they are approached by the secretive Seventh Assault Team, a police unit, to help solve a series of supernatural cases. It is during this time that they encounter Ghost Sing, a triad leader who is also a traditional Chinese healer.

Recommendation: Chocolate War similar to Maou
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Chocolate War(チョコレート戦争)

2020Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingSuspenseThrillerHigh SchoolTeacher Male LeadYouth

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

On Valentine's Day, there was a tragic event where a student passed away after consuming poisoned chocolate. The teacher named Nishina, who is known for being distant and mocked by students, is determined to uncover the truth behind the incident.

Recommendation: Meguru Mirai similar to Maou
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Meguru Mirai(めぐる未来)

2024Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerAdapted From A MangaMiniseriesTime Loop

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Mirai, a 25-year-old man who prefers solitude, is concealing a secret from his wife, Meguru. He suffers from a mysterious illness that causes him to go back in time when he experiences strong emotions. Meguru has been his source of comfort during his struggles. However, tragedy strikes on their wedding anniversary when Meguru dies in a fall at her workplace. Mirai is left wondering why such a kind-hearted person met such a fate. As he grieves, he involuntarily travels back in time. Can he use this ability to save Meguru and uncover the truth behind her death?

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Strange School Tales(학교 기담)

2020South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingSupernaturalSuspenseAnthologyHorrorMiniseries

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 38% similarity match.

Available in two formats: 6 episodes (Television) || 12 episodes (Online)

Recommendation: The Resurrected similar to Maou
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The Resurrected(回魂計)

2025Taiwan
DramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerCrimeFraudKidnapping

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Set in the imaginary city of Benkha, The Resurrected follows two mothers brought together by their mutual hatred as they seek vengeance for their daughters entangled in a case of fraud and abduction. With the assistance of a mysterious goddess, they bring back to life the deceased mastermind behind the fraud to exact their punishment. However, even after inflicting severe suffering, their rage remains insatiable. As hidden truths come to light, their partnership is challenged, compelling them to face the boundaries of justice and their own ethical beliefs.

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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationMiniseriesMurder

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Detective Seiichiro Watari from the Otaru Police Precinct in Hokkaido is retiring soon with unresolved business from seven years ago. The unidentified skeleton of a woman was discovered in the sea of Otaru, halting the investigation. Watari is determined to identify her before leaving the precinct. Three years after retirement, he stumbles upon a clue that could solve the case, despite his limited life expectancy. With the help of detective Kaoru Saotome, he begins reinvestigating, much to the dismay of his wife Suzuko. They travel to Tokyo to meet a jewelry designer who provided a clue, but she has mysteriously disappeared. Watari's obsession with the case stems from the tragic drowning of his daughter Kozue 20 years ago. As he delves deeper, he encounters architect Haruyuki Kiryu, whose connection to the case remains unclear. Kiryu is determined to succeed in his company, even as he becomes involved with Akane Seike, the president's daughter who bears a striking resemblance to his deceased girlfriend. Their entangled fates lead to a dangerous pursuit of ambition and truth.

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The Kidnappers(失控)

2019China
DeathDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerActionDoctor Male LeadHematologyKidnappingMurderWeb Series

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Upon his release from prison, a enigmatic man wanders through the city that once held fond memories for him, now filled with bitterness. Driven by the desire to lay his daughter to rest and seek revenge on those who ruined his life, he embarks on a dark path. The lives of hematologist Li Xiao Feng, insurance agent Ji Fan, career woman Li Ruo Nan, rebellious daughter Wang Yi Han, and financial elite Liu Ge become intertwined in a kidnapping case that will alter their fates.

Recommendation: Henshin Interviewer no Yuuutsu similar to Maou
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Henshin Interviewer no Yuuutsu( 変身インタビュアーの憂鬱 )

2013Japan
DeathDouble IdentityDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyEccentric Male LeadMiniseriesMurderTown SecretWriter Male Lead

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Double Identity, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Shirakawa Jiro, a renowned author specializing in mystery novels filled with intricate plots, finds himself facing writer's block while working on his 100th book, following the success of his previous 99 bestsellers. Adopting the persona of skilled interviewer Aonuma Kiryu, he delves into the perplexing Tulip Murders - a series of gruesome homicides targeting housewives occurring a year apart. Utilizing his keen intellect and the support of his editor, he delves into the hidden secrets of the town, pursuing a real-life mystery rather than mere facts.

Recommendation: Red Eyes: Kanshi Sousa-han similar to Maou
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Red Eyes: Kanshi Sousa-han(レッドアイズ 監視捜査班)

2021Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerDetective FictionFormer Detective Male LeadHacker Supporting CharacterInvestigator Male LeadMurderSerial Killings

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

The Investigation Support Analysis Centre of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police utilizes big data in criminal investigations, including footage from approximately five million surveillance cameras nationwide. Fushimi Kyosuke, a special investigator and former detective from the First Investigation Division, leads the team. He is driven by the murder of a loved one by a serial killer. The team also consists of a seasoned profiler, a single mother with a military background, and a young hacker prodigy. While they may appear to be an exceptional team, each member has a troubled past involving criminal activities.

Recommendation: Cheo Yong similar to Maou
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Cheo Yong(처용)

2014South Korea
DeathDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSlight RomanceSupernaturalAttempted MurderAttempted SuicideGhost-seeing Male LeadInchoate CrimeMurderSpirit Possession

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Slight Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 37% similarity match.

Yun Cheo Yong has possessed the ability to see spirits since he was born. Previously the top officer in the violent crimes division, he experienced a traumatic event seven years ago that resulted in the loss of both his family and his partner, prompting him to leave his position. Currently, he serves as a district police officer, but he lacks any desire or motivation to connect with others; feeling “starved for love,” he lives in complete solitude. One day, he unexpectedly responds to the ghost of a high school girl, leading to a series of complications. The series follows Cheo Yong as he teams up with his female detective partner and the ghostly girl to unravel intriguing mysteries.

Recommendation: Ishi no Mayu similar to Maou
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Ishi no Mayu(石の繭 殺人分析班)

2015Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDetective Female LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipMiniseriesMother-Daughter RelationshipMurder

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Toko Kisaragi, a fresh addition to the female detective team, recently joined the 11th Section of the 1st Investigation Division at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, fulfilling her desire to follow in her father's footsteps. A murder case was reported on March 9, with the victim's body discovered encased in cement. The following day, the perpetrator, who goes by the name Toremi, boldly contacts the police department. Kisaragi is appointed as Toremi's point of contact, as he continues to disrupt the investigation by providing details about his crimes. Toremi eventually leads the police to another crime scene where another victim's body is found cemented.

Recommendation: Ryojin no Ono similar to Maou
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Ryojin no Ono(両刃の斧)

2022Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMiniseriesMurderPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Detective Shibasaki Sachio's daughter, who was a member of the First Investigation Division, is tragically murdered. Together with Kawasumi Shigekatsu, a young detective who looks up to Shibasaki as a mentor, they try to uncover the truth behind the heinous crime. Despite their efforts, the case remains unsolved. Fast forward 15 years, Shibasaki is now retired and caring for his sick wife, Miwako. Things take a turn when a new unit is formed to reinvestigate cold cases, with Kawasumi joining the team. As they revisit the case, a suspect emerges, leading Shibasaki to seek justice on his own. A fateful phone call sets off a chain of events that ultimately lands him in a difficult situation. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

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Brave Wuju(勇者无惧)

2022China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAction

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Into Thin Air similar to Maou
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Into Thin Air(人間蒸發 / 人间蒸发)

2005Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerRomance

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Michael Miu, portraying the character Ko Chung Ching, left his position as a police officer to establish a private detective agency following the disappearance of his son, Tsun Sing. This happened while Miu was investigating the "Rose Killer" case. His team consists of Power Chan as Man Kai Ching Super, Bernice Liu as Man Tai Po, and Vivien Yeo as Lam Yan Yan. Kenneth Ma plays a police officer who becomes involved in the "Rose Killer" investigation alongside Miu. Ching continues the search for his son, meeting Melissa Ng's character Lai Siu, who manages a group of part-time actors. Lai Siu discovers her connection to Sing's disappearance and agrees to assist in locating him out of feelings of guilt.

Recommendation: Greed Mask similar to Maou
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Greed Mask(謎情家族)

2006Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerRomance

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Ko Fung is the heir to a successful cosmetics company, where his girlfriend Lok Pui Pui serves as the brand ambassador. During a promotional event for their new makeup line, Pui Pui shocked everyone by appearing in a red traditional dress instead of the planned wedding gown, before suddenly collapsing. Rumors spread that she may have been targeted by the vengeful spirit of a deceased celebrity, known for inspiring copycat suicides. Si To San, a company employee, was later invited to dinner at Ko Fung's home by his father, who claimed to be close friends with Si To San's uncle. Tragically, Ko Fung's father was discovered dead in his study weeks later. With numerous suspects in the mix, it is now up to Ko Fung, Si To San, and Zhou Yee Tong to solve the mystery, unless one of them is the culprit themselves.

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Love Exchange(疑情別戀)

2008Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerInfidelity

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

A man and a woman were discovered deceased in a vehicle. Zita Sit Chi-Yiu (Anita Yuen) finds out that the man is her spouse, Dick Ling Ho-Leung (Eddie Kwan), and the woman is named Bonnie Fong Cheuk-Ling (Angela Tong). Devastated by her husband's passing, Zita is also saddened to learn about his extramarital affair. Unexpectedly, Mike Yiu Lap-Tin (Michael Miu), an old school friend of Dick's, appears and offers her support. Eventually, Zita learns that Mike, who is employed by a security company, is actually Bonnie's husband and not an acquaintance of Dick's at all.

Recommendation: Hyoryu Net Cafe similar to Maou
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Hyoryu Net Cafe(漂流ネットカフェ)

2009Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAdapted From A Manga

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

It all began at a cyber cafe. Toki Koichi, a soon-to-be father living a mundane life, encounters his first love Kaho from junior high school after a heated argument with his wife. A mysterious incident at the cafe causes a blackout and traps Koichi and Kaho inside overnight. When they emerge the next day, they discover a completely transformed world. Determined to uncover the reason behind their sudden transportation and return home, Koichi faces various challenges and mysteries as people start disappearing. Will they survive this crisis and unravel the secret of Koichi's past with Kaho?

Recommendation: Mikkoku wa Utau Season 2 similar to Maou
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Mikkoku wa Utau Season 2(密告はうたう2)

2024Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

The First Personnel Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department is a specialized team tasked with conducting inspections to uncover misconduct among the large workforce of over 40,000 personnel in the police department. Simply being under inspection can potentially ruin a police officer's career. Inspectors like Sara Masaki are known as the police within the police, carrying out their duties in solitude. After two years, Sara stumbles upon a conspiracy that will have far-reaching implications for the entire police organization.

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Black Ice(黑冰)

2001China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerCrime

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

In Haizhou, there have been numerous severe cases where suspects have been apprehended by Liu Mei, who serves as the general manager of Haizhou Building under Haizhou Pharmaceutical Group. Wang Jing Wen, an expert in public security aesthetics, joined the group company as a representative for Hong Kong investors to assist in the investigation. Dr. Guo Xiao Peng, the successful and well-known president of the group, quickly met with Wang Jing Wen, sparking a reaction from his longtime lover Liu Mei who had harbored hostility towards him.

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Flower Is Not Flower(花非花)

2002China
InvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerMelodrama

Like Maou, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

This narrative follows the experiences of a young woman named Xiang Qing, who was sexually assaulted by her stepfather

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Lu Xiang Dai(录像带)

2006China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerRomance

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

The plot revolves around the rivalry between a female offender and a policewoman. The narrative adheres to the prevailing theme of mystery and suspense dramas, with the discovery of a recording or video tape serving as a crucial clue to uncover the origins of the female criminal's misdeeds. Additionally, a romantic subplot between Lian Hai and Ning Jie intensifies the suspense of the storyline.

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Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie(一双绣花鞋)

2003China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel Adaptation

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Prior to the liberation of Chongqing, Ye Da Long led a team from the PLA on secret missions in the area. Following the downfall of the national army, possessing the hidden spy list became crucial in controlling the underground network of Chongqing. Military special agent Ji Yu Tang has been feeling uneasy recently after discovering a pair of embroidered shoes in his boss Lin NanXuan's coffin during the funeral. Shen Chao took over as the head of public security after the liberation of the mountainous city of Chongqing.

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Crimson River(非常目击)

2020China
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMurderPolice Officer Male LeadReturn To HometownWeb Series

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

A cold case involving the murder of a young girl resurfaces two decades later, stirring up memories in a tranquil town. Shan Feng, who had witnessed the crime in the past, comes back to the town as a police officer, haunted by the painful recollections. Determined to uncover the truth, he finds that everyone connected to the case has experienced significant transformations.

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Mi Yu(谜语)

2025China
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesSuicideWeb Series

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Following her sister's tragic suicide, a note left behind triggers a series of suicides in the family

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Paranormal Mind(開腦儆探)

2015Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadSci-FiSupernatural Power

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

In a detective series with a supernatural theme, the focus is on exploring mysterious cases using scientific concepts and realistic methods instead of traditional ghosts and spirits. The story follows Hung Gei Yuen, a former high-ranking police inspector who gains the unique ability to enter other people's subconscious after the tragic death of his son, which he believes was a murder hidden within the depths of the mind. As he delves into the hidden subconscious, he also grapples with a split personality, all while trying to uncover the truth behind his son's death. Each character in the series possesses a special ability, despite being considered abnormal or weird by society, they use these abilities to solve various enigmatic cases without letting it affect their self-esteem.

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Barrack O'Karma(金宵大廈)

2019Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerCurseHorrorRomanceSupernatural Phenomena

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

The plot centers around the otherworldly experiences of 10 individuals, such as the puzzling vanishing of a single mother's child, the peculiar behavior of a bookstore proprietor, a fanatical otaku observing his neighbor, and the sudden arrival of a young wife pushing a closed baby stroller. (JayneStars)

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The Quiz Show(ザ・クイズショウ)

2008Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerAmnesiaEccentric Male LeadGamePsychological

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

The television series "The Quiz Show" showcases troubled individuals over twelve episodes, all connected by the mysterious dynamic between the unconventional Producer and enigmatic Host. Each episode begins with the Producer and Host in a dim psychiatric facility - the Producer appearing composed and resilient, while the Host appears frail and suffering from amnesia. This eerie introduction transitions into the surreal game show set of "The Quiz Show". Every week, a new participant arrives to compete on the show, unaware that a dark secret from their past will be examined throughout the game. Each contestant embodies one of the Seven Deadly Sins - pride, gluttony, wrath, greed, sloth, lust, and envy - concealing their true nature behind a sinful act they have committed. As the Host poses seven questions to the contestants, they are gradually compelled to disclose the details of their transgressions. Will they succumb to the pressure and deceive, or will the truth about their unforgivable deeds ultimately liberate them?

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Blizzard(ブリザード)

2011Japan
DeathInvestigationMysterySchool SettingSuspenseThrillerMountain SettingMurderSnowy SettingUniversity

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

The setting of the story takes place on a snow-covered mountain, where a group of 9 college students who are part of the same mountaineering club find themselves isolated due to a severe snowstorm. As they become stranded, they start to experience a series of unexplained murders, with each member falling victim one by one.

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Tracer Season 2(트레이서 시즌 2)

2022South Korea
DramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerActionConfident Male LeadCorruptionMiniseries

Like Maou, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Dong Joo is still on the path to uncover the truth about his father's death. Tae Joon is now leading the NTS with great ambition. Dong Joo discovers a connection between Tae Joon and his father's demise and strives to gather more proof. Meanwhile, Bureau Five remains focused on cracking down on tax evasion, secret funds, and corrupt dealings among high-ranking government figures. Will Dong Joo and his team be able to successfully complete their mission?

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The Winter Solstice(冬至)

2004China
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerBank SettingCrimeRobberySuicide

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Winter solstice brought together Chen Yi Ping, a bank accountant, and Jiang Han, a criminal policeman, through a treasury theft case. Chen Yi Ping cooperated with the police in the investigation after they intervened. The focus then shifted to Xue Fei, who tragically took his own life when the case gained attention. Despite this, Chen Yi Ping, who had uncovered Xue Fei's secret, decided to resign and move on. However, upon receiving a mysterious floppy disk after submitting his resignation, Chen Yi Ping found himself entangled in a dangerous situation. Meanwhile, Jiang Han made progress in uncovering a potential conspiracy behind Xue Fei's death. As the truth unfolded, Chen Yi Ping found himself on an irreversible path. On the night of the winter solstice, he was left in shock, only able to jot down December 20, 2002, in his diary.

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Tracer(트레이서)

2022South Korea
DeathDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerActionBrave Male LeadConfident Male LeadCorruptionMiniseriesPower StruggleScheme

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Hwang Dong Joo holds the position of head of division 5 in the tax department of the National Tax Service. He dedicates himself to uncovering concealed funds to ensure tax compliance. His team consists of Seo Hye Young, known for her cheerful demeanor, and his superior, Oh Young. On the other hand, In Tae Joon serves as the director of a local tax office. He is a driven individual who has climbed the ranks through dishonest and unlawful means, all while displaying an arrogant attitude.

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Reborn (2025)(焕羽)

2025China
Classmates' RelationshipDeathDramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingThrillerFriendshipRomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like Maou, this drama also features Classmates' Relationship, Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Thriller themes with a 35% 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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Boku no Yabai Tsuma(僕のヤバイ妻)

2016Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerAttempted SuicideEmotionally Strong Female LeadInfidelityKidnappingMiniseriesPsychologicalSmart Female Lead

Like Maou, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Mochizuki Kohei, who is wedded to the lovely and talented Maria, appears to have everything - a thriving café and a flawless marriage. But feeling overwhelmed by her, he conspires with his mistress, Kitasato Anna, to orchestrate her demise. Just as he is about to carry out his plan, Maria is abducted, leading to Kohei becoming the prime suspect in the investigation. As the situation unfolds, Maria's hidden secrets come to light, exposing a side of her that Kohei was unaware of.