Mars: Zero no Kakumei - Asian drama recommendation
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Mars: Zero no Kakumei(マルス-ゼロの革命-)

2024Japan
CybercrimeEmotionally Strong Male LeadFalse RumorInfluencer Male LeadLive Streamer Male LeadMarathon Runner Supporting CharacterMysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerTransfer Student Male LeadYouth

Mishima Zero, a enigmatic 19-year-old newcomer, enlists a group of disillusioned high school students to join him in a mission to "reshape the world". Zero's distinct looks and captivating charisma enable him to sway others and influence them through his persuasive words. Under Zero's guidance, the students unite as a collective known as "Mars" with the goal of dismantling and reconstructing the adult-created society.

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Mars Zero No Kakumei

Recommendation: School 2013 similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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School 2013(학교 2013)

2013South Korea
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthBest Friends RelationshipBromanceClassmates' RelationshipDramaHigh SchoolSchool BullyingStudent Female Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Nobody Knows similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Nobody Knows(胆小鬼)

2022China
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerYouthFriendshipInvestigationLifeSlight RomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadWinter Setting

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo N similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo N(金田一少年の事件簿N (Neo))

2014Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerYouthAdapted From A MangaAmateur Detective Male LeadComedyDetective FictionMiniseriesSuspenseTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kindaichi Hajime, a high school student, uses his inherited deductive abilities from his renowned detective grandfather, Kindaichi Kosuke, to solve a variety of challenging cases he becomes involved in. The inspiration for these adventures comes from the manga series "The Kindaichi Case Files" created by Kanari Yozaburo and Amagi Seimaru, with illustrations by Sato Fumiya.

Recommendation: High Cookie similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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High Cookie(하이쿠키)

2023South Korea
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerYouthBully Supporting CharacterConsultant Male LeadConsultant Supporting CharacterFactory Worker Female LeadFantasyPart-time Worker Female LeadProtective Female LeadStudent Female Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A young adult fantasy thriller series that follows the journey of individuals trapped in a dangerous situation caused by a magical cookie that grants wishes upon consumption. Choi Soo Young, after the tragic loss of her parents, becomes the sole provider for her younger sister, working multiple part-time jobs to make ends meet. When her sister faces trouble due to a special cookie, Soo Young risks everything to protect her. Seo Ho Su, a student at a prestigious high school in South Korea, struggles with family issues while dealing with bullying from his wealthy peers. Yoo Seong Pil, an enigmatic college admissions consultant, takes on a consulting role at Junghan High School, where he slowly unveils his true motives.

Recommendation: Hello Aliens similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Hello Aliens(你好外星人)

2014China
School SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthAlienSci-FiStudent Female Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Puzzle (2007) similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Puzzle (2007)(パズル)

2007Japan
MysterySchool SettingThrillerYouthInvestigationMiniseriesSuspense

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

An elite high school is taken over by an armed group, leading a group of students to search for 2,000 hidden puzzle pieces within the school in a time frame of 48 hours.

Recommendation: Imitation Love similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Imitation Love(イミテーションラブ)

2019Japan
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesMultiple MainsRomance

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Aozakura: Boei Daigakuko Monogatari similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Aozakura: Boei Daigakuko Monogatari(あおざくら防衛大学校物語)

2019Japan
Emotionally Strong Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaDormitory SettingDramaMale Centered PlotRoommates' RelationshipTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Emotionally Strong Male Lead, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Kondo Isami, a high school senior, is faced with a difficult decision due to his family's financial struggles. Upon discovering the government-run Defence Academy, he sees an opportunity to pursue his education without the burden of fees and even receive a monthly allowance. Excited about this chance, Kondo enrolls in the academy after graduating from high school and befriends Matsuhira Yosuke, Okita Soji, Harada Tadashi, and Takei Tomoaki. However, his excitement fades as he encounters a change in attitude from senior students like Sakaki Ryuya and Nishiwaki Takashi, who start implementing strict rules and coaching after the entrance ceremony.

Recommendation: Sotsugyo Time Limit similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Sotsugyo Time Limit(卒業タイムリミット)

2022Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthChildhood Friends RelationshipInvestigationShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Nana Fushigi similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Nana Fushigi(ナナフシギ)

2022Japan
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthLifeMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Tsuyuki, seeking involvement in extracurricular activities, stumbles upon the occult research department's club room by chance. Directed by Kato, the club's leader, he becomes entwined in uncovering the high school's seven mysteries. Fujii, showing empathy towards Tsuyuki, joins the group for unknown reasons, and together they unravel the mysteries one by one. However, Kato harbors a significant secret that remains undisclosed to anyone.

Recommendation: School 3 similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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School 3(학교3)

2000South Korea
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthDramaHigh SchoolLifeStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Students from different residential backgrounds, including affluent neighborhoods, middle-class apartment complexes, and underdeveloped streets, all attend the same school and share the same classroom. At the start of the new semester, a girl named Da In transfers from the countryside to the school. Despite being raised by a single mother, she is known for her cheerful and literary personality. Initially, she faces bullying from her classmates due to her innocence, but is eventually helped by Se Chan, a boy from a wealthy area. Se Chan, who used to be a bully himself, now despises bullying because of a past painful experience. As he assists Da In, he grapples with his feelings, unsure if he helped her out of genuine affection or simply to combat bullying. And so, the story unfolds of Da In navigating the school's social hierarchy in her own optimistic manner.

Recommendation: Taming the Bad Boy similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Taming the Bad Boy(일진조련기)

2024South Korea
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthGay RomanceGay Supporting CharacterHigh SchoolHomophobiaLGBTQ+RomanceSchool Bullying

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Since his arrival at the new school, Jin U has captured the interest of many students, including Tae Seop, who approaches him with a sense of curiosity. As rumors start circulating about a potential gay student, Tae Seop's curiosity escalates and he declares, "You are now under my protection." (flyingpenguin_fp Instagram)

Recommendation: When We Were Young similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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When We Were Young(青春最好时)

2017China
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthDramaIdentical Twin Female LeadRomanceStudent Female LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Creatures Unknown similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Creatures Unknown(未知生物)

2020China
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAmnesiaHigh SchoolHorrorInvestigationIsland SettingSuspenseTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

A peculiar and unusual situation unfolded on Yanbo Island in the southern region, leading to the mysterious disappearance of the island's residents. Simultaneously, a young girl with short hair arrived in town, appearing to have a connection to the vanishings. Determined to locate their missing friend, You Shang Jie, high school students Fu Jun Hao and Zhang Yu Xuan teamed up with the enigmatic girl to uncover the truth. Meanwhile, Sarah, a high school teacher grieving her lost brother, joined forces with Su Min Xu, a wealthy local, to investigate the sudden occurrences on the island. As a mysterious black substance began to spread across the island, numerous questions arose. What secrets does the black mucus hold? What happened to the missing high school student, Shang Shangjie? Why are strange noises emanating from the dry well on Haichao Street? And who is the target of the black individuals with Ph.D.s? It becomes evident that a significant crisis is looming over the island's inhabitants, unbeknownst to the unsuspecting residents.

Recommendation: Dim Light in the Shadow similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Dim Light in the Shadow(那年夏天的秘密)

2020China
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthHigh SchoolRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

The play narrates the journey of young individuals as they undergo transformation following a seemingly innocent game of hide-and-seek. During the game, a hidden secret is uncovered by the players, leading to the unraveling of longstanding friendships.

Recommendation: Whirlwind Magician similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Whirlwind Magician(旋风魔术师)

2021China
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthCar AccidentDisappearanceFantasyFemale Lead Saves Male LeadInvoluntarily Missing PersonMagicReturn To HometownStudent Female Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Yu Wei embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind his mother's disappearance, leading him to enroll in a magic school and discover a whole new world. Despite facing challenges, he forms strong friendships and ultimately finds a way to save his mother and expose a conspiracy. In Crystal Town, the Holy Crystal is a sought-after magical treasure that has eluded many who have tried to steal it. Yu Wei returns to his hometown with his mother, only to witness her abduction after a car accident. Rescued by a girl named Cheng Mo Li, Yu Wei wakes up in the hospital determined to find his mother. However, all evidence of the accident and his mother's whereabouts seem to have vanished. Seeking guidance from his estranged grandmother, Yu Wei, along with Cheng Mo Li, travels to Crystal Town. Through a series of events, he gains entry to the prestigious Merlin Academy and discovers that he has been chosen by the Holy Crystal to become a magician. Frustrated by these unexpected developments, Yu Wei finds himself with Cheng Mo Li as his unlikely assistant.

Recommendation: Nazo no Tenkousei similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Nazo no Tenkousei(なぞの転校生)

2014Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFish Out Of WaterHigh SchoolSci-FiSlight RomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Borderless similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Borderless(ボーダレス)

2021Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerYouthNovel AdaptationFemale Centered PlotInvestigationMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: She similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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She(シー)

2015Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerYouthChildhood Friends RelationshipDisappearanceMiniseriesMother-Daughter RelationshipSecretStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

A young woman attending a well-known high school suddenly disappears. She possessed beauty, intelligence, and a romantic partner. The vanishing of this student deeply impacts four other female students who were acquainted with her.

Recommendation: Anata Hannin Jaarimasen similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Anata Hannin Jaarimasen(あなた犯人じゃありません)

2021Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerYouthDeathDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationMiniseriesStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: To.Two similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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To.Two(투투)

2021South Korea
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerYouthAntihero Male LeadMiniseriesPsychologicalShort Length SeriesSlight RomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

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Recommendation: One: High School Heroes similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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One: High School Heroes(ONE : 하이스쿨 히어로즈)

2025South Korea
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthAbusive ParentActionBully Male LeadBusinessman-Businesswoman Supporting CharacterClassmates' RelationshipDramaPhysically Strong Male LeadTransfer Student Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kim Ui Gyeom, the most outstanding student in his school, maintains a humble demeanor and avoids conflicts. Despite appearing gentle, his father Kim Seok Tae enforces strict discipline on him in pursuit of making him a doctor. One day, Kim Ui Gyeom's fighting abilities are revealed at school, catching the attention of Kang Yun Gi, a skilled student with a keen eye for situations. Together, they create a secret team called the High School Heroes, with Kang Yun Gi guiding Kim Ui Gyeom into the world of fighting. As Kim Ui Gyeom takes down school bullies, his true strength is unleashed.

Recommendation: Blue Birthday similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Blue Birthday(ブルーバースデー)

2023Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerChildhood Friends RelationshipDeathFantasyRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

On her seventeenth birthday, Ozaki Karin experienced the sudden loss of her childhood friend and first love, Soma Jun. A decade later, on her twenty-seventh birthday, Karin stumbles upon a film camera left behind by Jun, containing photos he had taken of her. This triggers a flood of memories and emotions related to Jun. Overwhelmed, Karin decides to burn all the photos, leading to her being transported back in time to the day the pictures were taken ten years earlier. As she navigates between the past and present in an attempt to prevent Jun's suicide, Karin gradually uncovers the startling truth surrounding her friend's tragic death.

Recommendation: Seishun Tantei Haruya: Otona no Aku wo Yurusanai! similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Seishun Tantei Haruya: Otona no Aku wo Yurusanai!(青春探偵ハルヤ〜大人の悪を許さない!〜)

2015Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthNovel AdaptationAmateur Detective Male LeadComedyDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesUniversityYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Haruya, a university student, doubles as a detective and collaborates with his peer Kubodera Kazuomi to crack cases. This partnership is depicted in Fukuda Eiichi's novel "End Credits ni Saiteki na Natsu."

Recommendation: Liu B Garden similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Liu B Garden(流泪花园)

2015China
School SettingStudent Male LeadTransfer Student Male LeadYouthComedyLGBTQ+Sexual InnuendoShort Length Series

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kim Eun Sung, a newcomer from South Korea, enrolls in a unique college and decides to join the Iron Man Club on his very first day

Recommendation: Renegade similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Renegade(熱血硬派くにおくん)

2013Japan
School SettingStudent Male LeadTransfer Student Male LeadYouthActionAdapted From A GameHigh SchoolTeenager Male Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

A new student at Nekketsu High School becomes the center of attention for troublemakers nationwide due to a strange school uniform. Kunio, known as a rebel with a cause, is determined to stand up for justice and defend the vulnerable students at his school. Upon arriving, he discovers a mysterious white uniform, known as a hakuran, linked to a group of delinquents from all over the country. After putting on the uniform, Kunio is challenged by bad boys from far and wide. Will he be able to withstand the onslaught and carve out his place in his new school?

Recommendation: Chasing Ball similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Chasing Ball(追球)

2019China
Emotionally Strong Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyCompetitionEmotionally Strong Female LeadFirst LoveHeight DifferenceLove TriangleRomanceSportsStudent Female Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Emotionally Strong Male Lead, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

A team of youths come together over ping pong while unraveling a 20-year-old mystery, playing a part in revitalizing Tengyuan. Yan Xiao Xi, a skilled player mentored by her guardian, moves to Tengyuan College and catches the eye of Qi Jing Hao, the charming head of the Ping Pong club. Jing convinces Yan to join, convinced that her presence will elevate the team. Their goal is to claim victory in the National Academy Cup and bring back the club's former prestige.

Recommendation: Consummation similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Consummation(拾光的秘密)

2020China
MysteryStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterThrillerYouthHigh SchoolInchoate CrimeKidnappingMurderPast And PresentRomanceStudent Female LeadTraumaVirtual Reality

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Tormented by the heartbreaking incident involving his friend Ye Sang Yu, Xia Shi grapples with emotional distress for ten years. In an effort to assist him, his companions Lin Shan He and Cui Zhen Yan suggest he try a virtual reality game that transports him back to his high school years. Through this experience, Xia Shi uncovers startling revelations about the accident, reconnects with old pals, and begins a path towards healing, love, and unraveling mysteries.

Recommendation: Reborn (2025) similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Reborn (2025)(焕羽)

2025China
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadThrillerYouthClassmates' RelationshipDeathDramaFriendshipInvestigationRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Water Boys 2 similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Water Boys 2(ウォーターボーイズ 2)

2004Japan
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthComedyLifeSport ClubSportsStudent Female LeadSwimmingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Three years ago, the formerly all-female Himeno High School began accepting male students, though it remained predominantly female. Eikichi Mizushima, a former member of the swimming team at the prestigious Aoba High School in Tokyo, transferred to Himeji while his father started a new business in New York, choosing to live with his grandfather Kamekichi. Yosuke Yamamoto, eager to start a boys' sports club, was excited to learn about Eikichi's swimming background. Other notable boys in the school included Senichi Kawasaki, known as "Wolf Boy Sen", the popular Iwao Iwata, and Hideki Sano, the son of a supermarket president. Eikichi's presence began to influence the boys at school, leading to a shift in their perspectives. Surrounded by a diverse group of characters, including senior Shiori Yazawa and student body president Kayo Oba, Eikichi found himself in a unique environment. The school's wind ensemble member Kozue Kitagawa, substitute teacher Hijiri Saotome, English teacher Natsuko Ohara, and classic literature teacher Haruka Koshino all contributed to the colorful cast of characters at the school, along with the mysterious coffee shop owner Kozo Kasuya.

Recommendation: Bloody Monday similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Bloody Monday(ブラッディ・マンデイ)

2008Japan
Emotionally Strong Male LeadMysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadThrillerActionClassmates' RelationshipCrimeEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Male LeadHacker Male LeadHidden IdentityInchoate CrimeTerrorism

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Emotionally Strong Male Lead, Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

A talented high school student named Takagi Fujimaru, also known as Falcon, utilizes his advanced hacking skills to expose the deceitful actions of malicious criminals. To protect his loved ones and society as a whole, he confronts Bloody Monday, a dangerous form of viral terrorism. With spies from the terrorist group infiltrating schools and law enforcement agencies, and the threat escalating through a series of deceptive maneuvers, how will Falcon emerge victorious in their intellectual showdowns? (TBS)

Recommendation: Piece similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Piece(ピース)

2012Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthBrothers' RelationshipConfident Male LeadDeath Of A ClassmatePsychologicalRomanceStudent Female LeadUnhealthy Mains' RelationshipYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

University student Mizuho Suga discovers that her former high school classmate Haruka Origuchi has passed away due to an illness. During Haruka's funeral, Mizuho reconnects with another classmate from high school, Hikaru Narumi. Hikaru was known for being a charismatic individual during their school days. Mizuho and Hikaru had a unique bond, sharing a kiss in the classroom and embarking on a spontaneous summer day trip together. Their relationship was kept discreet, neither friends nor lovers. Meanwhile, Haruka Origuchi's mother approaches Mizuho, mistaking her for her daughter's closest friend. Haruka's mother inquires about her daughter's boyfriend, who she had become pregnant by in the past.

Recommendation: Kodomo Keishi similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Kodomo Keishi(コドモ警視)

2013Japan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyCrimeCriminal OrganizationDetective FictionElementary SchoolInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

After falling into a trap set by the nefarious group known as "The Crimson Rose" and inhaling a strange gas, every member of the Special Crime Unit was transformed into children. Among them is top detective Hazama Seishiro. Despite being a young child, equivalent to a six-year-old elementary student, he must reluctantly return to school. Despite his popularity and charm, Seishiro's behavior and thoughts are considered peculiar due to his adult mind trapped in a child's body. As strange incidents begin to occur at the school, Seishiro must solve each case as they arise.

Recommendation: Drop (2023) similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Drop (2023)(ドロップ)

2023Japan
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthActionComedyDelinquent Male LeadDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaJunior High SchoolMiniseriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

The narrative follows a 15-year-old student in junior high school named Hiroshi. He decides to switch from a private school to a public one with the intention of imitating the troublemakers in his comic books. Upon his arrival, he is confronted by the school's most infamous troublemaker, Iguchi Tatsuya, and is ultimately defeated and apprehended by a detective. However, he earns respect by winning a one-on-one brawl against a student from a different school, propelling him into the world of troublemakers where he engages in fighting against rival schools.

Recommendation: Nightmare Teacher similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Nightmare Teacher(악몽선생)

2016South Korea
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAmateur Detective Female LeadHigh SchoolHorrorSchool BullyingStudent Female LeadSupernaturalTeenager Supporting CharacterTime TravelWeb Series

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

The arrival of a new teacher brings students' aspirations to life. Ye Rim, the president of the class, must unravel the strange and frightening mystery before time runs out.

Recommendation: Andante similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Andante(안단테)

2017South Korea
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthComedyCountryside SettingMelodramaRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterTerminal Illness

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Lee Shi Kyung, a high school student from the city, moves to a rural school. As he navigates through daunting and unfamiliar situations, he comes to understand the genuine essence of life and love. (KBS World)

Recommendation: The Police similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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The Police(더폴리스)

2020South Korea
CybercrimeMysteryStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthCrimeDramaInvestigationPolice Department SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Cybercrime, Mystery, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Mysterious Class similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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The Mysterious Class(남고괴담)

2021South Korea
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipGhostHigh SchoolHorrorInvestigationMiniseriesSupernaturalSuspenseWeb Series

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

In our classroom, there are 21 students. "What do you mean... Your class initially had 20 students..!!" A calm fourth-grade class at Treasure High School. A story of friendship and suspense as they begin to doubt each other. Can they uncover the mystery of the ghost? (BambooNetwork.co.kr)

Recommendation: Mysterious Incredible Terminator similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Mysterious Incredible Terminator(霹靂MIT)

2008Taiwan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadThrillerYouthGenius Male LeadInvestigationMultiple MainsRomanceStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeacher Female LeadYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

The tale of a mysterious group known as MIT safeguarding Sheng Ying University was never officially confirmed but quickly circulated throughout the student population. After the team vanished, chaos ensued as evil forces took hold of the school. With only Teacher Cherry left from MIT, she made the bold decision to enlist the toughest students - 007, 187, 747, and Tian Mo Xing - to create a new era of MIT, tasked with solving the crimes and bringing back the school's former prestige.

Recommendation: Gloomy Salad Days similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Gloomy Salad Days(死神少女)

2010Taiwan
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadThrillerYouthBased On A True StoryDeathDomestic ViolenceDramaInvestigationLGBTQ+School BullyingSuicideSuspense

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

This play consists of 12 unique narratives centered around teenagers, inspired by actual social situations. Shen Qi, a student with a brain tumor, gains the unique ability to perceive Death Girl, a figure unseen by others. Over time, as he observes her guiding individuals to the afterlife, he develops feelings for her and gains insight into the journey from life to death.

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Bitch X Rich Season 2(청담국제고등학교 시즌2)

2025South Korea
MysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadThrillerYouthDramaInvestigationMiniseriesPoor Female LeadRich Female LeadStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTransfer Student Female Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Chairman Is Level 9 similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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The Chairman Is Level 9(이사장님은 9등급)

2024South Korea
False RumorStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthActionDistrustful Male LeadDramaEstranged ParentEvil Uncle-AuntInchoate CrimeLifeManipulative Uncle-AuntTsundere Male Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features False Rumor, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

A rebellious sophomore student takes over as the head of a prestigious high school that was once led by his father. Despite growing up in a privileged environment, Na I Su holds deep resentment towards his father and enrolls at Balhae High School to seek revenge. The story follows the transformation of I Su, who has faced more challenges than his peers, as he interacts with the country's top students known for their impeccable behavior. Through their growing relationships and the blossoming of love, the narrative unfolds dynamically.

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Beyond the Limit!(Beyond the Limit!)

2020Japan
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadWeb Series

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Hazuki tunes into Tessie's YouTube videos daily

Recommendation: The M Riders Season 6 similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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The M Riders Season 6(萌學園六復活之戰)

2014Taiwan
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthDramaFantasyHigh SchoolTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Recommendation: Chocolate War similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Chocolate War(チョコレート戦争)

2020Japan
MysterySchool SettingThrillerYouthDramaHigh SchoolInvestigationSuspenseTeacher Male Lead

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features Mystery, School Setting, Thriller, and Youth themes with a 22% 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: Sayonara, High School similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Sayonara, High School(さよなら、ハイスクール)

2022Japan
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Asakura, a low-ranking high school student, was chosen to be part of the school festival organizing committee. His goal is to date Ito Mayumi, a popular girl at school, in order to break down social barriers. The plan to dismantle the social hierarchy was progressing smoothly until an unexpected incident occurred, leading to an unforeseen turn of events. Thus begins the tragicomic tale of a peculiar class upheaval.

Recommendation: Class 3, Isn't Ordinary similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Class 3, Isn't Ordinary(三班,不一般)

2020China
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthJunior High SchoolLifeMiniseriesShort Length SeriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 21% similarity match.

Witness the junior high school students who are third-generation trainees of Times Fengjun Entertainment as they navigate their daily lives at school and showcase their acting skills in various popular dramas throughout each episode.

Recommendation: Seishun Musical Comedy Oddboys similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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Seishun Musical Comedy Oddboys(青春ミュージカルコメディ oddboys)

2024Japan
School SettingStudent Male LeadTransfer Student Male LeadYouthComedyComing Of AgeMiniseriesMusicMusicalSchool Club

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 21% similarity match.

The Eiryukan High School Musical Club is commemorating its centennial anniversary, gearing up for the upcoming annual school festival performance

Recommendation: I Want to Return This Youth similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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I Want to Return This Youth(这个少年我想退货)

2020China
School SettingStudent Male LeadTransfer Student Male LeadYouthChasing A DreamComedyDramaFilmed VerticallyFriendshipWeb Series

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 21% similarity match.

Li Ju Fu is a regular young man with average appearance and performance. His life, along with his childhood friend Yu Jia Ao, was mundane and unexceptional until the arrival of transfer student Lin Wu Ji. Li Ju Fu learns that Lin Wu Ji aspires to attend university for research, while Yu Jia Ao dreams of becoming a stunt coordinator. Encouraged by them, Li Ju Fu embarks on a challenging yet fulfilling quest to pursue his own dream.

Recommendation: The Wood similar to Mars: Zero no Kakumei
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The Wood(一根木头)

2020China
School SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mars: Zero no Kakumei, this drama also features School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 21% similarity match.

Jiang Mu Fan, hailing from a prosperous family, achieved the top spot in the National Examinations. Despite his reserved demeanor, he was appointed as the class monitor. His encounter with Lin Luo Yan sparked feelings in his heart, despite his decision to avoid relationships. At the same time, Shao Tian Yang, known as the troublemaker of the class, also became interested in Lin Luo Yan. The introduction of Du Xin Yue, a girl from a vocational school and the daughter of a CD shop owner, had a significant impact on Lin Luo Yan due to her rebellious and free-spirited nature.