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Mary Stayed Out All Night(매리는 외박중)

2010South Korea
Adapted From A ManhwaArranged MarriageComedyContract RelationshipEnemies To LoversFake RelationshipFriendshipLove SquareLove TriangleMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceSinger Male Lead

Wi Mae Ri, the optimistic daughter of a struggling entrepreneur, forms a friendship with indie musician Kang Moo Kyul after almost colliding with him. At the same time, her father's former associate, Jung Suk, rescues him from creditors and suggests that Mae Ri wed his son, Jung In. In a bid to escape this arrangement, Mae Ri persuades Moo Kyul to act as her spouse. The situation intensifies when her father insists that she spend 100 days alternating between Moo Kyul and Jung In to choose her future husband.

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Mary Stayed Out All Night

Recommendation: Dancing Angels similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Dancing Angels

2005China
ComedyFriendshipMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceDramaSchool Setting

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Music, Musician Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

A collection of hopeful young musicians dream of achieving fame as they navigate through the challenges of friendship, love, and school life. (Netflix)

Recommendation: Her Bucket List similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Her Bucket List(그녀의 버킷리스트)

2021South Korea
ComedyFriendshipMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceSinger Male LeadAdapted From A WebtoonBest Friends RelationshipDeathDramaMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Music, Musician Male Lead, Romance, and Singer Male Lead themes with a 32% similarity match.

After her boyfriend's unexpected passing, Cha Ra Ri is overcome with grief and considers joining him

Recommendation: Phantom Lover similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Phantom Lover(夜半歌声)

2005Taiwan
Arranged MarriageMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceSinger Male LeadDisapproving ParentDramaTheater Setting

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Music, Musician Male Lead, Romance, and Singer Male Lead themes with a 31% similarity match.

A skilled vocalist named Song Dan Ping arrived at an island with his small troupe of performers. While staying there, he developed strong feelings for Tong Ruo Fan, whose family funded the construction of his new theater. Despite their growing love, her family disapproved of their relationship and arranged for her to marry Chen Tian Yi, a wealthy man from the island. Ruo Fan's envious fiancé secretly set fire to Dan Ping's theater after its grand opening. Dan Ping was later presumed dead. The devastated Ruo Fan married Tian Yi without knowing he was behind the arson. Years later, a mysterious man with a significant fortune arrived on the island, bringing with him a desire for revenge and chaos.

Recommendation: Back to Home similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Back to Home(月村歡迎你)

2019Taiwan
Arranged MarriageComedyEnemies To LoversLove TriangleRomanceFamilyFarm SettingMother-Daughter Relationship

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Comedy, Enemies To Lovers, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Discover the rich historical and familial importance of Taiwan through the lens of the picturesque village of "Yuecun", while also immersing yourself in the traditional Yantian culture

Recommendation: Sweet Buns similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Sweet Buns(단팥빵)

2004South Korea
ComedyEnemies To LoversLove TriangleRomanceMale Chases Female FirstTeacher Female Lead

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Enemies To Lovers, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Ka Ran and Nam Joon were schoolmates during their elementary years. Ka Ran is a bit of a tomboy, favoring pants over skirts, and she enjoys taekwondo much more than her piano classes. In contrast, Nam Joon is the epitome of perfection—handsome and intelligent. He undoubtedly holds the title of the most sought-after boy among the girls. One day, Ka Ran sees Nam Joon handing over a sweetbun, which he received from one of Ka Ran's friends, to another girl. Furious, Ka Ran confronts Nam Joon and gives him a good beating. From that moment, their "nightmare" begins; their lives become intertwined, even after they leave school. They later cross paths again in adulthood, right after ending their respective relationships. Although they continue to bicker and clash, they eventually come to the realization that they are meant to be together.

Recommendation: Persevere, Goo Hae Ra similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Persevere, Goo Hae Ra(칠전팔기 구해라)

2015South Korea
FriendshipLove TriangleMusicRomanceFriends To LoversYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Friendship, Love Triangle, Music, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Goo Hae Ra, an aspiring artist, is on a quest for fame. She hopes to share her late father's music but encounters several challenges along the way. Hae Ra then teams up with twin brothers as they pursue their dreams of stardom on the musical contest "Superstar K2."

Recommendation: Over the Rainbow (2006) similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Over the Rainbow (2006)(오버 더 레인보우)

2006South Korea
FriendshipMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceSinger Male LeadClingy Female LeadMusician Female LeadNaive Female LeadSinger Female LeadSingingYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Friendship, Music, Musician Male Lead, Romance, and Singer Male Lead themes with a 26% similarity match.

"Over the Rainbow" explores both the bright and dark aspects of the tumultuous lives of dancers and singers. This drama realistically portrays the aspirations of dancers who dream of becoming vocalists. Kwon Hyeok Jo is a determined and affectionate dancer who develops feelings for Jeong Hee Su, a fellow dancer aiming to transition into singing. Together, they embark on their journey toward fame. Meanwhile, Rex, a charming young man with exceptional talent and a key asset to Pride Ent., seeks to break free from his label and pursue his own path. Ma Sang Mi is a kind-hearted yet awkward girl who is still in search of her true passion. This emotionally charged narrative delves into the struggles and triumphs of achieving popularity as a singer, featuring themes of betrayal and the constant cycle of reunions and separations. It provides a glimpse into the challenges and rewards of striving for stardom.

Recommendation: EXO Next Door similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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EXO Next Door(우리 옆집에 EXO가 산다)

2015South Korea
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleMusicRomanceBromanceFirst LoveIdol Male LeadNeighbors' RelationshipShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, Music, and Romance themes with a 26% similarity match.

Ji Yeon Hee, a 23-year-old woman, has never been in a relationship due to her intense shyness, which causes her to blush deeply and feel utterly frozen in the presence of an attractive guy. One day, four members of EXO decide to live incognito and take up residence in the home of one member's grandfather. Unbeknownst to them, their new house is directly across from Yeon Hee's home.

Recommendation: That Fool similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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That Fool(그저 바라 보다가)

2009South Korea
ComedyContract RelationshipFake RelationshipLove TriangleRomanceActress Female LeadFake MarriageNaive Male LeadPoor Male LeadPostman Male LeadRich Female LeadRich Woman-Poor Man

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Contract Relationship, Fake Relationship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Goo Dong Baek is a sincere and kind-hearted mail carrier. One day, he meets Han Ji Soo, a renowned actress. Yet, an everyday man like him finds it difficult to express his feelings for a beloved celebrity. Six months spent with her feels like a fleeting midsummer night's dream, but he cannot simply let go of his affection as if it were just a "dream." Proclaiming his love! His romantic journey has only just started. (KBS World)

Recommendation: Coffee House similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Coffee House(커피하우스)

2010South Korea
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceFriends To LoversWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Lee Jin Soo achieved great success after penning numerous thriller novels, earning a reputation as a skilled author. He is employed by Seo Eun Young, the head of the largest publishing house in Korea, and shares a long-standing friendship with her. Jin Soo boasts a significant fan base, particularly among women, and appears to be an ideal partner for anyone. However, what remains hidden from everyone is his quirky and sardonic nature, his multitude of unusual habits, and a deep-seated secret. The person tasked with managing his eccentricities is his secretary, Kang Seung Yeon, who pleaded for this position to advance her career beyond her average capabilities. Additionally, the situation is complicated by the return of Han Ji Won, Eun Young's former fiancé, whom she cannot stand. Ji Won is determined to win Eun Young back, but her affections are focused on Jin Soo.

Recommendation: 4 Kinds of House similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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4 Kinds of House(4가지 하우스)

2018South Korea
ComedyEnemies To LoversFriendshipMusicRomanceChef Female LeadCohabitationCross-DressingFoodLifeMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Enemies To Lovers, Friendship, Music, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The web drama "4 Kinds of House" revolves around individuals accustomed to solitary living who find themselves in a communal residence, where they explore their emotions and seek genuine love. After Na Yoon's apartment is lost, she assumes the identity of her cousin to gain entry into a male-only shared house, which is surprisingly owned by the temperamental idol Sun Min, known for his challenging demeanor. As the house fills up, the residents profoundly impact one another's lives.

Recommendation: 5-ji Kara 9-ji Made similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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5-ji Kara 9-ji Made(5時から9時まで)

2015Japan
Arranged MarriageComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceDramaEccentric Male LeadHardworking Female LeadLove At First SightMale Chases Female FirstMultiple CouplesRich Male LeadSmart Female Lead

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Sakuraba Junko, a teacher at an English language school, has never had a boyfriend by the time she turns 29 and dreams of working in New York. One day, during a funeral service at a temple, she accidentally spills burning incense on a handsome monk while trying to steady herself. Despite thinking they won't meet again, Junko is surprised when she is set up on a matchmaking session with the same monk, Hoshikawa Takane.

Recommendation: Love #Hashtag similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Love #Hashtag(사랑 #해시태그)

2021South Korea
ComedyMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceSinger Male LeadActress Female LeadFamous Female LeadFamous Male LeadMiniseriesShort Length SeriesSocial MediaWeb SeriesYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Music, Musician Male Lead, Romance, and Singer Male Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Love narratives involving individuals in their twenties and thirties utilizing a range of social media features like direct messages, stories, comments, likes, and hashtags. (Naver)

Recommendation: Beethoven Virus similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Beethoven Virus(베토벤 바이러스)

2008South Korea
FriendshipLove TriangleMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceClassical MusicDramaFamily RelationshipMusician Female LeadOrchestra Conductor Male LeadPoliticalSlice Of LifeViolinist Female Lead

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Friendship, Love Triangle, Music, Musician Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Du Ru Mi, a violinist who struggles at night while working for the mayor during the day, is tasked with establishing a city orchestra. After being defrauded of the initial funding, she attempts to cover the loss by enlisting volunteers from all walks of life, resulting in a diverse and mismatched ensemble with varying degrees of skill. To guide them, she persuades the renowned conductor, the notorious Kang Gun Woo, to lend his expertise. Amidst competition among the group, which includes Ru Mi's talented neighbor who serves as a police officer and shares the same name, along with ongoing political challenges, the members strive to pursue their orchestral aspirations and ultimately discover that friendships can evolve into familial bonds.

Recommendation: Midsummer Is Full of Love similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Midsummer Is Full of Love(仲夏满天心)

2020China
Adapted From A ManhwaComedyMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceCohabitationDoctor Supporting CharacterDramaFamous Man Common WomanHousemates' RelationshipIdol Male LeadJealousyLove Hate Relationship

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Adapted From A Manhwa, Comedy, Music, Musician Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Luo Tian Ran is a determined and independent young woman who values herself highly and aspires to become a successful songwriter in the music industry. Unfortunately, she is forced to leave her home due to the meddling of her friends. Fate brings her into contact with Jin Ze Yi, a famous pop star who initially appears arrogant. Despite his aloof demeanor, he has a hidden vulnerable and childish side. The two are compelled to share a residence temporarily, even though their personalities clash at first. Over time, Luo Tian Ran finds herself drawn to Jin Ze Yi's charms, and their feelings for each other grow mutual. Could a romantic relationship blossom between these two unlikely partners? (Viki)

Recommendation: Full House similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Full House( 풀하우스 )

2004South Korea
Adapted From A ManhwaComedyContract RelationshipLove SquareRomanceBickering Mains' RelationshipCheerful Female LeadCohabitationDramaFamous Woman-Common ManFemale Chases Male FirstMarriage Of ConvenienceWriter Female Lead

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Adapted From A Manhwa, Comedy, Contract Relationship, Love Square, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Han Ji Eun, a hopeful scriptwriter, resides in a home known as "Full House," which was constructed by her deceased father. One day, her two closest friends deceive her into thinking she has won a complimentary vacation and sell her house while she is away. During her flight, she encounters the renowned actor Lee Yeong Jae. Through a series of humorous incidents, they become friends during her trip, but upon her return, she finds out that he has purchased her house. Despite their clashing personalities—her chaotic nature paired with his irritable demeanor and obsessive cleanliness—they agree to cohabit. Initially, Ji Eun takes on the role of his housekeeper to earn money to repurchase her home. Their arrangement shifts when Yeong Jae decides to rekindle his romance with Kang Hye Won. To create jealousy, the two main characters enter into a six-month contract marriage. As time progresses, complications emerge as they begin to develop feelings for one another.

Recommendation: Love in Contract similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Love in Contract(월수금화목토)

2022South Korea
ComedyContract RelationshipFake RelationshipLove TriangleRomanceActorBusinessFake MarriageGay Supporting CharacterHeir Male LeadLGBTQ+Marriage Of ConvenienceRich Male Lead

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Contract Relationship, Fake Relationship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Choi Sang Eun excels as a partner, choosing to provide her expertise in contract marriages instead of tying the knot herself. Over the past five years, she has been aiding the enigmatic Jung Ji Ho, but as of late, she discovers herself developing romantic sentiments towards him. Simultaneously, she finds herself captivated by a new client, the well-known actor Kang Hae Jin, who frequently enlists her help. Balancing her professional obligations and her blossoming feelings for both men proves to be a challenge for Sang Eun as she struggles to maintain control over her heart.

Recommendation: Nice to Meet UFO similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Nice to Meet UFO(超级影后之初次做人)

2019China
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceAlienDramaFantasyNaughty Female Lead

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative centers around an extraterrestrial female priest who ventures to Earth in search of a king who has lost connection. She takes residence in the body of an 18-year-old star named Xiao Qin. Struggling to grasp human emotions and relationships, the priest unintentionally causes misunderstandings and comical situations, especially with Gu Liunian.

Recommendation: Happy & Love Forever similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Happy & Love Forever(幸福一定强)

2010Taiwan
ComedyFake RelationshipLove SquareRomanceDisapproving ParentDramaRich Female LeadSecondary Couple

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Fake Relationship, Love Square, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Yin Ding Qiang and Qiao Yu Bei were once a couple in love. However, when Ding Qiang becomes consumed with work, Yu Bei decides to end the relationship and embark on a journey far away. After many years, Ding Qiang becomes overwhelmed with his work and decides to take a long vacation in search of love. During his vacation, Ding Qiang is pursued by a wealthy woman. In order to escape her advances, he pretends to be in a relationship with a stranger named Pan Xiao Nuo. As Ding Qiang tries to make his escape, Xiao Nuo gets caught up in his life. Xiao Nuo soon realizes that behind Ding Qiang's aloof exterior, lies a kind heart. She decides to help him reunite with Yu Bei, who is now in love with a young designer named Lu Sen. Lu Sen also has feelings for Yu Bei but keeps them hidden due to a secret. Will Ding Qiang find true love, and will Lu Sen be able to reveal his feelings to Yu Bei? These four individuals bravely navigate life in pursuit of their own happiness. May they find everlasting love and joy!

Recommendation: Kiss, Love and Taste similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Kiss, Love and Taste(亲·爱的味道)

2019China
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceChef Male LeadFoodLifeRich Man-Poor Woman

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Renowned chef An Wen Yu lost his sense of taste following a previous incident. Chef Jin Jin Jin comes into his life with the intention of mastering the An family's recipes. However, wealthy individual Lin Xuan becomes an obstacle for her. Upon returning from studying abroad, Li Xuan is appointed as the senior executive at his father's company, although he is more interested in psychology than his job responsibilities. Lin Xuan plans to utilize his knowledge to assist An Wen Yu in regaining his sense of taste. Despite Wen Yu's aloof demeanor, Lin Xuan's cheerful personality manages to bring a smile to his face.

Recommendation: 18 vs. 29 similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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18 vs. 29(열여덟 스물아홉)

2005South Korea
ComedyEnemies To LoversLove TriangleRomanceAmnesiaCar AccidentDramaOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Enemies To Lovers, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Yu Hye Chan, at 29 years old, is married to Kang Bong Man, a former high school classmate she once loathed but eventually grew to love. The narrative begins with her resolution to pursue a divorce; however, en route to the courthouse, she gets into a car accident. Upon regaining consciousness in the hospital, she discovers that her memory has been erased, leaving her unable to recall anything beyond the age of 18. Her husband attempts to aid her during this vulnerable time, and as she starts to heal, she finds herself developing feelings for him once more. Yet, as her physical recovery progresses, her memories begin to return, bringing back the reasons she had for wanting to leave. Will they manage to reconcile their differences, or is this the final chapter of their marriage?

Recommendation: Rainbow Sweetheart similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Rainbow Sweetheart(彩虹甜心)

2011China
ComedyContract RelationshipLove TriangleRomanceDramaFoodie Female LeadRich Man-Poor WomanUnrequited Love

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Contract Relationship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Peng Xiao Qian works as a tour guide and sometimes resorts to deceiving people to make ends meet. In order to help her father settle his gambling debts, Xiao Qian agrees to pose as Shao Feng's missing cousin to grant his grandfather's dying wish of reuniting with his granddaughter. As Shao Feng's ex-girlfriend, a pianist, tries to win him back and his friend Xu Kai develops feelings for Xiao Qian, their lives become increasingly complicated. Despite the challenges, Xiao Qian and Shao Feng find themselves growing closer to each other.

Recommendation: Glittering Days similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Glittering Days(東方之珠)

2006Hong Kong
ComedyMusicRomance

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Music, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Gam Yin, a partially retired Diva who now works as a manager, is dedicated to promoting her group of singers and securing performances at prestigious venues. However, she finds herself at odds with Ling Fung, a popular singer who rose from humble beginnings in a small village. Jue Yuk Laan, Fung's childhood friend who harbors romantic feelings for him, unwittingly causes more harm than good in her attempts to assist him.

Recommendation: The Great Catsby similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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The Great Catsby(위대한 캣츠비)

2007South Korea
Adapted From A ManhwaComedyRomance

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Adapted From A Manhwa, Comedy, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

The drama opens with Catsby, the main character, who is depicted as a university graduate struggling with feelings of depression due to his inability to secure employment. Subsequently, he learns from his girlfriend, Persu, that she plans to marry someone else—an older and wealthier man than Catsby.

Recommendation: Brilliant Class 8 similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Brilliant Class 8(原来是老师啊!)

2022China
ComedyEnemies To LoversFriendshipMusician Male LeadRomanceBickering Mains' RelationshipDramaMultiple CouplesNeighbors' RelationshipScandalSchool SettingSlow Burn RomanceTeacher Female LeadYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Enemies To Lovers, Friendship, Musician Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Xiang Dong Nan used to be a well-known celebrity until he faces a setback in his career due to damaging rumors. He is deceived by his assistant Lin Sheng and a school principal into becoming a teacher as part of a fake reality show to restore his reputation. Despite realizing the truth, Xiang Dong Nan decides to fulfill his contract as a teacher, meeting colleagues Su Qi and Chen Liu San. As Xiang Dong Nan interacts with his students, he witnesses their personal growth. Meanwhile, Lin Sheng develops a connection with dean Su Man, leading to unknown outcomes.

Recommendation: Fight Song similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Fight Song(ファイトソング)

2022Japan
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleMusician Male LeadRomanceAthlete Female LeadAwkward Male LeadChasing A DreamChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaKarateLifeOrphan Female LeadSongwriter Male Lead

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, Musician Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Kisara Hanae, a former karate practitioner forced to retire due to an unexpected injury, finds herself at a difficult crossroads in her life. Through a chance encounter, she crosses paths with Ashida Haruki, the talented songwriter behind a familiar tune she used to listen to before her matches. However, Haruki's career has taken a downturn, leaving him a once-prominent figure in the music industry now struggling as a one-hit wonder with a myriad of personal issues. As Hanae's childhood friend Natsukawa Shingo becomes entangled in the mix, a complex love triangle emerges. Hanae harbors a deep "secret" that she carries with her, leading her to believe that this newfound connection with Haruki may be her final shot at love.

Recommendation: Dream High Season 2 similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Dream High Season 2(드림하이 2)

2012South Korea
ComedyMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceSinger Male LeadBickering Mains' RelationshipHigh SchoolMusician Female LeadSchool SettingSinger Female LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Music, Musician Male Lead, Romance, and Singer Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

In the second season, the high school faces financial difficulties and is acquired by Oz Entertainment. The company relocates its young idols-in-training to comply with a new regulation mandating that underage performers receive twenty hours of education weekly and forbidding them from working past 10 PM. Tensions arise as the aspiring idols clash with the current student body, leading to rivalries, hidden crushes, and surprising alliances. Shin Hae Sung aspires to a music career, although her knowledge of it comes solely from books rather than practical experience. Jin Yoo Jin, a former child actor, frequently breaks school rules in his pursuit of becoming a hardcore rock star and often confronts JB, a member of the well-known group I:dn. JB’s ex-girlfriend Rian, who belongs to the popular K-pop band Hershe, wants to rekindle their relationship, but he begins to develop feelings for Hae Sung. Nana possesses the talent needed to become a leading vocalist. Who among them will reach the pinnacle of stardom? (Viki)

Recommendation: Love for a Thousand More similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Love for a Thousand More(천년째 연애중)

2016South Korea
ComedyLove SquareMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceFlashback To PastImmortal Female LeadImmortalityMiniseriesNeighbors' RelationshipOlder Woman-Younger ManOrphan Male LeadSupernaturalWeb Series

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Love Square, Music, Musician Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Pyeon Mi Jo is a woman who has lived for nearly a thousand years and has decided against pursuing love again. Her extensive history with romance has led her to believe that all men are "bastards" in some form or another. Ironically, she works as a Love Counselor. One day, her life takes a turn when she encounters her new, boisterous neighbor, Yoo Joon Woo, who leads a hip-hop crew.

Recommendation: Imitation similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Imitation(이미테이션)

2021South Korea
ComedyFriendshipLove SquareMusicRomanceDramaEntertainment IndustryHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadK-PopRivalrySismanceUnrequited LoveYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Square, Music, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Lee Ma Ha is a member of the newly formed K-pop girl group Tea Party, created by Ji Hak, the former manager of the well-known boy band Shax. Ji Hak left Shax after one of the members, Eun Jo, disappeared during a concert. Before joining Tea Party, Ma Ha was part of the group Omega III, which disbanded on its debut day due to a tragic incident involving a former trainee at their company. Ma Ha gained public recognition by impersonating the popular solo singer La Li Ma. As she embarks on this new journey with Tea Party, Ma Ha's path frequently crosses with Kwon Ryok, the central figure of Shax still struggling with Eun Jo's disappearance years later. Despite Ryok's initial disapproval of Ma Ha's imitation of Li Ma, the two develop a mutual interest and begin a clandestine relationship that could jeopardize their careers. Meanwhile, Ma Ha's close friend Lee Yu Jin, a member of the up-and-coming boy group Sparkling, has harbored feelings for her since their trainee days. Upon noticing Ma Ha's connection with Ryok, Yu Jin is determined to shield her from Ryok and propel Sparkling to surpass Shax as the industry's top boy band.

Recommendation: Sing My Crush similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Sing My Crush(따라바람)

2023South Korea
ComedyMusicMusician Male LeadRomanceSinger Male LeadAdapted From A WebtoonBandGuitarist Male LeadHigh School To Working LifeLGBTQ+Nice Male LeadSingingSongwriter Male LeadYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Music, Musician Male Lead, Romance, and Singer Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

Following a turbulent initial meeting between Ba Ram and Han Tae in school, the two develop an unexpected and strong bond afterwards

Recommendation: Dream High similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Dream High(드림하이)

2011South Korea
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleMusicRomanceCharacter DevelopmentCohabitationDramaFriends To LoversHigh SchoolMultiple MainsSchool BullyingWeight LossYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, Music, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Dream High narrates the journey of six students at Kirin Art High School as they strive to fulfill their aspirations of becoming stars in the Korean music scene. Go Hye Mi, a classical music major, is forced to abandon her dream when she enrolls at Kirin Art High School to help settle her father's debts. To gain conditional admission, she must recruit two other students to join her at the school. These students are Song Sam Dong, a country boy, and Jin Guk, whom she encounters by chance while trying to escape from a loan shark. Yoon Baek Hee, once Hye Mi’s loyal friend, turns into her competitor at school after Hye Mi betrays her during an audition for admission.

Recommendation: I Hear You similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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I Hear You(最动听的事)

2019China
ComedyContract RelationshipFake RelationshipMusicRomanceCohabitationCold Man-Warm WomanHardworking Female LeadHeight DifferenceRich Male LeadSismanceSlow Burn RomanceVoice ActingYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Contract Relationship, Fake Relationship, Music, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Bei Er Duo, a regular girl with aspirations of pursuing voice acting in Japan, faces pressure from her mother to wed a wealthy suitor

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Hana Yori Dango Season 2(花より男子 ~リターンズ~)

2007Japan
Arranged MarriageComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceAdapted From A MangaDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHigh SchoolLovers SeparatedMale Chases Female FirstReverse-HaremRich Man-Poor WomanYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Following Domyoji's departure to New York, Makino confesses her feelings to him but then avoids him for a whole year. With the help of Rui and the other F4 members, they arrange a trip to New York during the Christmas holidays to reunite Makino with Domyoji. However, upon meeting him again, they find that Domyoji has changed drastically. Subsequently, they return to Japan. Later on, Domyoji's mother reveals that they will be coming back to Japan and throws an extravagant birthday party for Domyoji, where an important announcement is made. Domyoji is now engaged to Shigeru, a wealthy heiress, just like in the first season, but this time the wedding is set to happen soon. How will Makino react to this news? Meanwhile, Rui starts developing feelings for Makino, setting the stage for a potential love square.

Recommendation: Goong similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Goong()

2006South Korea
Adapted From A ManhwaArranged MarriageComedyLove TriangleRomanceCohabitationCold Man-Warm WomanDramaHigh SchoolMean Male LeadRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanSassy Female LeadYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Adapted From A Manhwa, Arranged Marriage, Comedy, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Energetic, cheerful, and straightforward, Chae Gyeong is an average high school student until she receives surprising news one day. Due to her grandfather's will, she is required to wed the unbearable Crown Prince Yi Sin, who is also her classmate. Initially, Chae Gyeong is resistant to the idea but ultimately consents to the marriage to assist her financially struggling family. As she attempts to adjust to life in the palace, mastering etiquette and fulfilling royal responsibilities while managing her difficult husband, she encounters Yul, the Crown Prince’s caring cousin and the heir to the throne. Chae Gyeong feels she can turn to Yul for support and advice, yet she continues to be anxious about her proud and aloof spouse. To help facilitate their relationship, senior royal family members implement specific strategies to encourage them to spend the night together.

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Incisive Great Teacher(犀利仁师)

2014China
ComedyEnemies To LoversLove TriangleRomanceCross-DressingHistoricalMartial ArtsSchool SettingSports

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Enemies To Lovers, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Liu Ao Tian is on track to start a career as a Wushu (martial arts) teacher, so he is sent to Hong Wen school where he is also tasked with ensuring that the emperor's new decree allowing female students is being followed. However, on his journey, he gets caught up in a marriage competition orchestrated by Lu Yu Fei. This leads to Yu Fei following him all the way to Hong Wen school, where she eventually becomes a teacher as well. As their playful romance starts to develop, a third love interest enters the picture, complicating things for the two of them. To make matters worse, Yu Fei accidentally starts a fire at the school, raising questions about Ao Tian's true intentions. Available in two versions: 44 episodes (TV) || 45 episodes (DVD)

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Miss Rose(螺絲小姐要出嫁)

2012Taiwan
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipBusinessMale Chases Female FirstRich Male LeadSismance

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

After a fortune teller predicted that Luo Si Yi would never marry, she made a bet to prove them wrong. She vowed to find a husband within a year or else pay the fortune teller a hefty sum. While preparing for her dates, she also found herself gearing up to assist her strict boss, Gao Cheng Kuan, who is known for his tough management style. Luo must navigate her love life while meeting the demands of her boss, or risk being single and in debt.

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My Shining Girl( 자체발광 그녀)

2012South Korea
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceEntertainment IndustryOlder Woman-Younger ManPlayboy Male LeadWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Jeon Ji Huon begins her career as a scriptwriter at KBN, a broadcasting company. At her new job, she encounters Noh Yong Woo, a producer who was once her boyfriend, and Gang Min, a top star known for being challenging and arrogant. In an effort to demonstrate her value to her former partner and her new colleagues, she attempts to convince Gang Min to collaborate with KBN.

Recommendation: Stardom similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Stardom(明星志愿)

2016China
FriendshipMusicRomanceFantasy

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Friendship, Music, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Lin Fen Fen is striving to achieve her dream of becoming a singer, despite facing rejection in auditions. After a fortunate turn of events, she catches the attention of a company and embarks on her journey in idol training. Despite encountering challenges and putting in a lot of effort, Fen Fen perseveres in pursuit of her aspirations, forms new bonds, and finds love along the way.

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Qing Chun Peng You Quan(青春朋友圈)

2016China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mary Sue & Jack Sue similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Mary Sue & Jack Sue(玛丽苏遇上杰克苏)

2017China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceLife

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The plot follows three young women with distinct personalities as they navigate their romantic relationships. Ai Ma is an aspiring actress facing challenges in her career, Niu Su Su excels as a sales consultant, and Li Zhi is a talented and attractive individual. By chance, the three women end up living together and form a strong bond of friendship. Their lives are intertwined with various male characters, including the dependable childhood friend Su Zhi Huan, the successful CEO Gao Li Sen, charming Tang Tang, reserved Li Ke Li, and carefree Jiang Mo Jie. Through the exploration of these diverse characters, the drama delves into the differing values and beliefs surrounding love among modern city dwellers, using the terms "Mary Sue" and "Jack Sue" to highlight the idealized nature of the characters.

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Uso Koi(ウソコイ)

2001Japan
Arranged MarriageComedyRomanceFashion Designer Female Lead

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Comedy, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The story revolves around a Chinese woman who deceives her way into Japan by posing as someone's spouse. The man, preparing to marry his fiancée, discovers that he is already married due to fraudulent registry entry. Nakai Kiichi now endeavors to help the woman come clean to the authorities and rectify the false marriage status. Originally aired as an 11-episode series, the DVD version features 12 episodes.

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Slow Dance(スローダンス)

2005Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceLife

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

A man who struggles to move forward in life, and a woman who needs a break from her hectic life. Both successful in their careers but unlucky in love. They avoid confronting their feelings and instead focus on their professional lives. Can they overcome their fears, meet each other, and find love? Despite being adults, they still have some growing to do. This summer, a heartwarming love story unfolds...

Recommendation: Engimono: Katte ni Nostalgia similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Engimono: Katte ni Nostalgia(勝手にノスタルジー)

2004Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceMiniseries

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Fuji-TV dedicates the late-night time slot for innovative projects, providing opportunities for aspiring young writers, producers, and directors to showcase their talents. Each series runs for four weeks, featuring a cast of emerging talents from the entertainment industry. The content of these dramas is tailored to appeal to a younger demographic. (DramaWiki)

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Uta no Onii-san(歌のおにいさん)

2009Japan
ComedyMusicMusician Male LeadMiniseries

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Music, and Musician Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

The plot centers on an unconventional kids' program titled "Minna de Utao!" Kenta, a budding musician, experiences a breakup with his band and a heartbreak from his girlfriend. Adding to his troubles, his family deems him as ineffectual. Surprisingly, he transforms into an "uta no oniisan," a singing figure on the show for children.

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Share House no Koibito(シェアハウスの恋人)

2013Japan
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceMiniseries

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Tsuyama Shio, a 30-year-old office worker at a traditional company, decides to make a change in her life by moving into a shared house. In this new environment, she encounters two fascinating men and experiences love again after a long time, particularly with Sakurai Yukiya. Despite being a 40-year-old salaryman with a family, Sakurai loses interest in his previous life and joins the shared house. As time goes on, Sakurai finds himself becoming more captivated by Kawaki Tatsuhei, a peculiar and enigmatic alien who is drawn to Shio. Thus, an unusual love triangle unfolds between the three characters.

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Onna Rule(オンナ♀ルール~幸せになるための50の掟~)

2014Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceLife

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Five young women enjoy meeting up at different locations to discuss the latest happenings in their lives, such as their romantic relationships, intimacy, marriage, fashion, and rumors. This show includes everything that resonates with Japanese women.

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Let's Go to the Beach(해변으로 가요)

2005South Korea
ComedyFriendshipRomanceSummer Setting

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Yoon So Ra: She owns the Sora Motel located on the eastern shore and has an unquenchable appetite for food. Although she tends to be clumsy, she aspires to become a dolphin trainer one day. Jang Tae Poong: He readily acknowledges his lack of intelligence, yet he is a daring individual who frequently finds himself in trouble. He is fiercely loyal to his friends and highly protective of his loved ones. One day, he encounters a country girl brimming with curiosity. Jang Tae Hyeon: He possesses outstanding decision-making abilities and a keen sense of humor. Additionally, he demonstrates a strong commitment to his work. Overall, he embodies the ideal man. He is in a relationship with a woman from an advantageous background that supports his ambitious career, yet he unexpectedly falls for an unconventional girl. Min Joo Hee: She is attractive and too clever for her own good, which can be off-putting. She maintains close friendships with both Tae Hyeon and Tae Poong, but ultimately, she discovers her true love.

Recommendation: Scent of Love (2010) similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Scent of Love (2010)(就是要香戀)

2010Taiwan
Fake RelationshipLove SquareRomanceFilmed Abroad

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Fake Relationship, Love Square, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Ming Tian Qing and Qi Ling cross paths in Vietnam when she misplaces her late father's bracelet. Their initial encounter is unpleasant, and after Qi Ling retrieves Tian Qing's bracelet, they both wish to part ways. However, upon their return to Taiwan, Xiang Zhi Yuan, an admirer of Tian Qing, organizes an elaborate proposal for her at the airport. Feeling overwhelmed, Tian Qing fabricates that Qi Ling is her fiance. Qi Ling harbors feelings for Zhen Zhen, who prioritizes fame over their relationship. Learning of Qi Ling's engagement, Zhen Zhen becomes envious and decides to sabotage the couple by teaming up with Xiang Zhi Yuan, the other scorned party.

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Love Forward(向前走向愛走)

2012Taiwan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceDrama

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

"Love Forward" is a delightful and stylish romantic comedy that follows two close friends with contrasting backgrounds who support each other through thick and thin. Zheng Ai Xing is savvy, bold, and skilled at avoiding debt collectors, yet struggles with matters of love. Meng Jing Jing, on the other hand, is a rebellious heiress who aims to build a life beyond wealth after growing up in a distant, affluent family. Together, they make an amusing and endearing duo on a quest to find their perfect match.

Recommendation: Struggle (2007) similar to Mary Stayed Out All Night
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Struggle (2007)(奋斗)

2007China
FriendshipLove TriangleRomanceYouth

Like Mary Stayed Out All Night, this drama also features Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The main character of the play is Lu Tao, a young man who is trying to discover his true identity while juggling life, love, and work in the 1980s. With two fathers, he is faced with two different life paths. He also has two romantic partners, leading to two distinct forms of passion. While he cherishes one particular ideal, the reality he creates is quite different. Through it all, he maintains an unwavering determination to keep fighting for what he wants.