Master of the Five Paths - Asian drama recommendation
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Master of the Five Paths(오구도령)

2008South Korea
DeathEpidemicExorcismExorcist Male LeadGhost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorMultiple MainsSupernaturalSupernatural BeingTwo Roles

In a community where the realms of the living and the deceased intertwine in a chaotic manner, an exorcist reveals concealed truths, gradually, to help the spirits of the departed find their way and to cleanse the village.

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Recommendation: The Tipsy Mystery similar to Master of the Five Paths
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The Tipsy Mystery(ฆาตกรรมจำไม่ได้)

2025Thailand
DeathGhost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorSupernaturalSupernatural BeingChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyGhostInvestigationMedium Female LeadMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost Supporting Character, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, Supernatural, and Supernatural Being themes with a 30% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Phing, a well-known spirit medium who unexpectedly finds herself at a raucous gathering known as Paradise Seven, a trendy venue attracting a crowd of attractive young individuals, including four infamous playboys: Pi, Ter, Jock, and Dung. Among the attendees is Bam, a breathtaking and captivating woman who ignites the party atmosphere. As everyone indulges in excessive drinking and carefree revelry, the night descends into turmoil. When dawn breaks, the attendees are met with a horrifying revelation: Bam's lifeless body. Phing, who witnesses this grim scenario, seeks to reach out to Bam's spirit to identify her murderer. Sadly, despite making contact, Bam had consumed so much alcohol during the fateful night that even her ghost is unable to recall the events. The situation becomes even more convoluted when Lieutenant Dan, an ardent police officer, takes it upon himself to personally delve into the investigation. With the circumstances becoming increasingly intricate, the pressing question remains: will Phing be able to assist Bam's spirit in uncovering the truth?

Recommendation: The Exorcist's Meter Season 2 similar to Master of the Five Paths
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The Exorcist's Meter Season 2(降魔的2.0)

2020Hong Kong
DeathExorcismExorcist Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalAdventureChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyDoctor Female LeadDrowningFriendshipSpiritSupernatural PowerTaxi Driver Male Lead

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Exorcism, Exorcist Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Upon gaining supernatural abilities that boosted his powers tenfold, taxi driver Ma Gwai embarks on a new journey as a troubling incident from his past involving a childhood friend resurfaces. Ma Gwai's friend from childhood, Ho Zai, tragically passed away at the age of 8 in a drowning accident. With unresolved matters, the ghost of Ho Zai visits Ma Gwai in various forms. Meanwhile, Ma Gwai's relationship with Dr. Felicity Chong remains uncertain, with a thousand-year-old sea spirit potentially causing complications between them.

Recommendation: Ghost Friends similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Ghost Friends(ゴーストフレンズ)

2009Japan
DeathGhost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorSupernaturalCar AccidentComedyFriendshipGhost Male LeadHigh SchoolNice Female LeadRomanceStudent Female LeadSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost Supporting Character, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

A humorous tale follows a young girl who encounters strange occurrences when she starts communicating with spirits. Asuka gains her supernatural powers unexpectedly following a car crash. As she works to fulfill the wishes of ghosts, she finds herself falling for a mysterious individual named Kaito, who is revealed to be a ghost in human form. (Credit: NHK)

Recommendation: Ju-on: Noroi no Ie similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Ju-on: Noroi no Ie(呪怨:呪いの家)

2020Japan
DeathGhost-seeing Female LeadGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalCurseGhostGoreInvestigationMurderMysterySupernatural PhenomenaSuspenseThriller

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

In a new paranormal investigation, a connection is discovered between a string of frightening incidents spanning from 1958 to 1997, all originating from the identical residence

Recommendation: Bring It On, Ghost similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Bring It On, Ghost(싸우자귀신아)

2016South Korea
DeathExorcismGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalAdapted From A WebtoonBadass Female LeadBromanceComedyGhostInterspecies RomanceNice Male LeadRomanceSassy Female Lead

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Exorcism, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

This narrative revolves around the spirit of a high school girl who has been deceased for five years and a college student who works as an exorcist and possesses the unique ability to see and communicate with ghosts

Recommendation: The Guest similar to Master of the Five Paths
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The Guest(손: The Guest)

2018South Korea
DeathExorcismGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalBadass Female LeadDemonGhostHot-Tempered Male LeadMurderMysteryOrphan Female LeadShamanismThriller

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Exorcism, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Yun Hwa Pyeong, a young clairvoyant from a family of shamans, discovers the existence of a formidable demon known as "Son" (Guest)

Recommendation: Dead Stock similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Dead Stock(デッドストック~未知への挑戦~)

2017Japan
DeathHorrorSupernaturalComedyGhostSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 20% similarity match.

Riku Tsuneta is a new assistant director at a television network. He is tasked with organizing various program materials at the unconfirmed material center, which were discovered during the station's relocation. Collaborating with Director Saori Nikaido and Producer Satoru Sayama, Riku initially feels disheartened by his assignment but diligently works on arranging VTR tapes. One day, he stumbles upon footage depicting a paranormal event.

Recommendation: What the Hell Is Love similar to Master of the Five Paths
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What the Hell Is Love(地獄里長)

2023Taiwan
DeathGhost-seeing Male LeadMultiple MainsSupernaturalActionGhostInvestigationLawyer Female LeadLawyer Male LeadMysteryReligionSlight Comedy

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Multiple Mains, and Supernatural themes with a 20% similarity match.

Luo Yi Fan is the passionate village chief who encounters ghosts every day at 5:20 PM, while Zhao Nuan is a new lawyer who trusts in the legal system to promote fairness and justice. Their paths cross with the charming and romantic elite lawyer Wen Wei Ren, leading to a series of unexpected cases. As the clash between "Faith in God" and "Law" unfolds, a variety of strange and unresolved cases await resolution. The hidden secret among the trio slowly comes to light.

Recommendation: Nine-Tailed Fox (2008) similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Nine-Tailed Fox (2008)(구미호)

2008South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorMultiple MainsCGIFantasyHistoricalMild GoreMurderNine-tailed FoxRevengeSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Multiple Mains themes with a 20% similarity match.

For more than four centuries, the Lee family has preserved a secret tradition aimed at stopping the rise of the gumiho

Recommendation: Omukae Desu similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Omukae Desu(お迎えデス。)

2016Japan
Ghost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadGhost-seeing Male LeadSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaComedyDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaGrim Reaper Supporting CharacterPart-time Worker Female LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Ghost Supporting Character, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 19% similarity match.

In an unexpected turn of events, Tsutsumi Madoka, a quiet college student, comes face to face with Nabeshima, known as the Angel of Death, and a pink rabbit struggling with the ghost of an elderly man

Recommendation: Tenma-san ga Yuku similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Tenma-san ga Yuku(天魔さんがゆく)

2013Japan
ExorcismGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalComedyFather-Son RelationshipGhostInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryParodySuspenseWeak Male Lead

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Exorcism, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 19% similarity match.

Domoto Tsuyoshi stars as Tenma, a character who has the gift of communicating with spirits but is hesitant to use it. Despite his reluctance, he is appointed as the president of a company specializing in exorcisms. Joining him on his supernatural missions are Kawaguchi Haruna and Minagawa Sarutoki. In the neighborhood, Serina portrays an elderly woman who constantly pursues Tenma, while Sato Jiro appears as Tenma's deceased father who communicates with him in his dreams.

Recommendation: Alive similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Alive(그 애가 살아있다)

2019South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRevengeShort Length SeriesSuspenseViolenceWeb SeriesWorkplace Setting

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 19% similarity match.

The narrative follows a main character who becomes part of a team amidst elite rivals while employed at a notorious counseling center. The unsettling truths concealed within a call center, filled with bizarre occurrences like the foul language of impolite clients and the antics of fresh coworkers, are anticipated to deliver a chilling yet entertaining experience. Notably, this digital content falls within the horror genre. The newly appointed Cho Seung Hyun has been confirmed as the employee who will spearhead the content creation.

Recommendation: Ferryman 3 similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Ferryman 3(灵魂摆渡3)

2016China
Ghost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalCelestial BeingDramaGhostSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 19% similarity match.

Zhao Li, Dong Qing, and Xiao Ya are working together to address the remaining issues of the deceased in order to assist their spirits in transitioning to the afterlife for a potential rebirth. However, there is a sense of urgency as Zhao Li and Xiao Ya need to reveal the secret behind Dong Qing's ability to see ghosts and brace themselves for the emerging darkness in the paranormal realm. Will their bond endure past conflicts or will the looming shadow jeopardize their friendship forever?

Recommendation: Ghost Cleansing Ltd similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Ghost Cleansing Ltd(凶宅清潔師)

2021Hong Kong
HorrorMultiple MainsSupernaturalGhostInvestigationMysterySuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Horror, Multiple Mains, and Supernatural themes with a 19% similarity match.

Chiu and his closest companion, Hung, attempt to communicate with a saucer spirit to seek answers about an upcoming test. However, they are interrupted midway and are unable to complete the process. They make another attempt at Chiu's house, but encounter supernatural occurrences that result in the tragic death of Chiu's parents. Years later, Chiu, who has been studying exorcism under a mentor since the incident, reunites with Hung. Hung has been struggling with severe PTSD for the past eighteen years. As Chiu helps his friend cope with his condition, they realize that the supernatural events from the past may not have been resolved.

Recommendation: Evil Spirit 05 similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Evil Spirit 05(惡靈05)

2005Taiwan
DeathHorrorSupernaturalReincarnationSpiritSuicideSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 19% similarity match.

Zi-Liang and Yu-Wen are believed to be the reincarnations of two Tibetan warrior monks who were entrusted with protecting the Buddhist relic, Ringsel. During their duty, they encountered a thief named Zuo-Ma, leading to a fierce battle. Instead of harming her, the monks showed her kindness by tending to her wounds, which eventually led to them falling in love with her. Unfortunately, their love for Zuo-Ma created conflicts among them, resulting in the theft and scattering of the relic across the world. Overwhelmed with guilt, the monks took their own lives. After their deaths, they were reincarnated once more. In their new lives, Zi-Liang was already in a long-term relationship with Yi Jeng. However, when Ya-Wei, the reincarnation of Zuo-Ma, regained her memories, Zi-Liang and Ya-Wei's love was reignited. Despite their efforts to suppress their feelings for the sake of Yi Jeng, she discovered the truth and felt betrayed. In the midst of their pain and turmoil, Zi-Liang made the difficult decision to marry Yi Jeng. Yet, on the day of the wedding, he confessed that he couldn't go through with it. Devastated, Yi Jeng took her own life. Her death had a profound impact on everyone involved, her spirit lingering and haunting them despite her physical absence.

Recommendation: The School Nurse Files similar to Master of the Five Paths
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The School Nurse Files(보건교사 안은영)

2020South Korea
ExorcismGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorSupernaturalNovel AdaptationBrave Female LeadCalm Male LeadComedyEccentric Female LeadHigh SchoolMonsterMysterySlight RomanceSupernatural Phenomena

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Exorcism, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

An Eun Young is a newly appointed nursing instructor at her school. She possesses a unique gift that allows her to perceive jelly-like creatures formed from the remnants of human desires, and she has the capability to eliminate these jellies. Armed with a toy knife and a BB gun, she confronts these entities. An Eun Young feels that something enigmatic is occurring within the school. Hong In Pyo, who teaches Chinese at the same institution, also has a distinctive energy. To safeguard the students, An Eun Young collaborates with Hong In Pyo to eliminate the jellies.

Recommendation: The Exorcist's Meter similar to Master of the Five Paths
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The Exorcist's Meter(降魔的)

2017Hong Kong
ExorcismExorcist Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalCar AccidentComedyDemonDoctor Female LeadOptimistic Male LeadRomanceSecret CrushSpiritSupernatural PowerTaxi Driver Male Lead

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Exorcism, Exorcist Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

After losing his parents at a young age, Ma Gwai, a taxi driver working the night shift, has developed a cynical outlook on life. Despite his "no achievements, no mistakes" attitude, he holds a special place in his heart for Chong Chi Yeuk, a doctor he drives to work every day. However, a chance encounter with a hundred-year-old spirit named Shek Gam Dong changes his life forever. As Ma Gwai begins to see things others cannot, he teams up with Shek Gam Dong and online radio host Booi Booi Na to battle demons and make money. Unfortunately, his newfound supernatural abilities bring misfortune to those around him, leading to a tragic accident that separates Chong Chi Yeuk's soul from her body. Together with Shek Gam Dong and Booi Booi Na, Ma Gwai delves into an investigation that reveals a shocking conspiracy involving police officer Kwok Jin Ming.

Recommendation: Soul similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Soul()

2009South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorSupernaturalCriminal Profiler Male LeadEccentric Female LeadFraternal Twin Female LeadGraphic ViolenceMurderMysteryPhysically Strong Female LeadRevengeRomanceSerial Killer Female Lead

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Ha Na and Doo Na were twin sisters with an exceptionally close bond until a tragic event led to Doo Na's death. One day, the typically lively and spirited Ha Na begins to notice a transformation within herself. She discovers that she possesses extraordinary strength and abilities beyond the ordinary. It dawns on her that the spirit of her deceased sister, Doo Na, has taken residence within her. Meanwhile, Shin Ryu, a criminal psychologist, exploits Ha Na's newfound powers to eliminate individuals who escape legal justice.

Recommendation: Light Shop similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Light Shop(조명가게)

2024South Korea
DeathHorrorMultiple MainsSupernaturalAdapted From A WebtoonAfterlifeComaGhostHumanismMiniseriesMysteryNurse Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Horror, Multiple Mains, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a collection of individuals struggling to come to terms with a traumatic event in their history. While going about their daily routines, they are inexplicably drawn to a peculiar light shop situated at the far end of a suspicious alley. The shop is overseen by a wary proprietor who holds the potential to unlock the mysteries of the strangers' past, present, and future. (Wikipedia) Based on the webtoon "Shop of the Lamp" ( ) by Kang Full ( ).

Recommendation: Green Door similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Green Door(魂囚西門)

2019Taiwan
DeathGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalNovel AdaptationGhostMental IllnessPsychologyRomanceSpirit PossessionSuicideSuspenseThrillerTrauma

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Wei Song Yan returns to Taiwan after studying in the United States to establish a psychology clinic called Green Door. Despite his girlfriend, Hong Yu Mei, referring clients to him, his strict principles are hindering the clinic's success. The first clients he attracts independently turn out to be supernatural beings: a young girl's spirit visible only in mirrors, a gangster trapped in the body of Yu Xiu Qi, and a spirit unable to move on from a haunting memory. Wei Song Yan tries to assist these spirits from the past, present, and future while grappling with his own personal traumas.

Recommendation: Detention similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Detention(返校)

2020Taiwan
DeathExorcismGhost-seeing Female LeadSupernatural1990sDifferent TimelinesDramaHigh SchoolPsychologicalStudent-Teacher RelationshipSuspenseTabooTeenager Female LeadThriller

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Exorcism, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

In the 1990s, the story begins at Greenwood High School with Liu Yun Xiang, a new student, inadvertently entering a restricted area on the campus. This is where she comes face to face with the spirit of Fang Rui Xin. Fang later exposes the long-buried secrets and suffering from the past three decades, portraying how a cohort of young students and teachers were oppressed while striving for freedom during a time of strict control. Their narratives linger within the school like persistent nightmares, eager to be shared and brought to light. (Netflix) Inspired by the video game with the same title.

Recommendation: Possessed similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Possessed(빙의)

2019South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorSupernaturalDark FictionDetective Male LeadGraphic ViolenceMurderMysteryNoirRomanceSupernatural PowerTortureTrauma

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Kang Pil Sung, a detective known for his gruff demeanor and laid-back attitude but possessing keen instincts, encounters Hong Seo Jung, a reserved psychic medium who conceals her talents. Together, they collaborate to crack cases, leveraging their distinct abilities to reveal the truth.

Recommendation: Hotel del Luna similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Hotel del Luna(호텔 델루나)

2019South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyFantasyFlashback To PastGhostNice Male LeadRich Female LeadRomanceSmart Female LeadWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

In the center of Seoul, there exists an enigmatic, age-old hotel overseen by the avaricious and bitter Jang Man Wol, who has been in charge for a millennium. Cursed by a deity to prevent her from succumbing to her own destructive tendencies fueled by anger and a desire for revenge, Man Wol's only opportunity for liberation hinges on her ability to release her animosity and discover love. Her everlasting plight compels her to cater to the peculiar guests of the hotel. When Goo Chan Sung, a previous assistant manager, is compelled to take the helm due to an agreement made by his father, he steps in to manage the hotel's finances, potentially providing the avenue for Man Wol's salvation.

Recommendation: Island Part 2 similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Island Part 2(아일랜드 파트2)

2023South Korea
ExorcismExorcist Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalActionCatholicismDemon-Monster HuntingFantasyImmortalIsland SettingReincarnationThrillerViolence Against ChildrenViolent Sibling

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Exorcism, Exorcist Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Won Mi Ho, the indulged single offspring of a prominent tycoon, is exiled to Jeju Island as retribution for her misbehavior. She takes on the role of a high school instructor teaching ethics on the island. Soon, she becomes embroiled in a paranormal incident involving vengeful spirits that pose a threat to the human realm. A mysterious ghost hunter emerges to safeguard her.

Recommendation: Who Are You similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Who Are You(후아유 )

2013South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorSupernaturalAmnesiaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGhostInvestigationLove TriangleMurderMysteryOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Yang Shi On, a woman who gains the ability to perceive spirits after emerging from a six-year coma, and Cha Gun Woo, a man who holds a firm belief in tangible proof. As the two detectives collaborate to assist spirits bound to items at a lost-and-found facility in finding peace, they gradually come to understand one another. This drama will explore a romantic triangle involving both spirits and humans. Si On's deceased boyfriend, Lee Hyung Joon, will manifest as a spirit, enhancing the supernatural love story involving Si On and Gun Woo. Hyung Joon was a distinguished member of the police force but met with a tragic fate due to an accident.

Recommendation: Hometown Legends (2008) similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Hometown Legends (2008)(전설의 고향)

2008South Korea
Exorcist Male LeadGhost Supporting CharacterHorrorSupernaturalAnthologyEmotionally Strong Female LeadGraphic ViolenceHistoricalIll ChildMysteryPalace Guard Male LeadPalacePoisoningQueen Munjeong

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Exorcist Male Lead, Ghost Supporting Character, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Hometown Legends (2008) consists of eight one-act plays. This series follows the tradition of a well-known collection of ghost tales that were originally broadcast on KBS from 1977 to 1989 and then again from 1996 to 1999. Its release signifies the revival of the series after a nine-year hiatus.

Recommendation: Ferryman 2 similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Ferryman 2(灵魂摆渡2)

2015China
Ghost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalCelestial BeingDramaGhostMythical BeingSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Ferryman Zhao Li, college student Xia Dong Qing, and celestial maiden Ya joined forces once more for their supernatural missions. However, this time Xia found himself on the other side of the afterlife after being murdered by a vengeful spirit. Thanks to Ya's special blood, Xia was able to remain in a state between life and death as he attempted to gather 99 souls for the ferryman in order to be restored back to the land of the living.

Recommendation: Inevitable similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Inevitable(冥冥之中)

2022Hong Kong
DeathSupernaturalSupernatural BeingDeity Supporting CharacterFantasySupernatural PhenomenaSuspenseThriller

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Supernatural, and Supernatural Being themes with a 18% similarity match.

A team of individuals are employed by the deity of death, overseeing the fate of human lives. Although appearing as mere accidents to the public eye, they are actually orchestrating these deaths. Pang Sam and Sum Yi are unaware of the identity of the mysterious leader of the organization. Meanwhile, CEO Ms. So is vying to become the heir of the company in order to gain proximity to the enigmatic leader. (Viu)

Recommendation: Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi (2004) similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi (2004)(ほんとにあった怖い話)

2004Japan
HorrorMultiple MainsSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaAnthologyBased On A True StoryGhostSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Horror, Multiple Mains, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

A peculiar rumor circulated through the hospital corridor in Hokkaido, originating from a mysterious reflection in the mirror. Despite the whisperings, those nearby avoided discussing the matter. On a particular night, Naoya, a patient at the hospital, ventured out of his room alone to use the restroom. This eerie incident was inspired by a real-life event, as depicted in the manga "Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi."

Recommendation: Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi Season 2 similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi Season 2(ほんとにあった怖い話 season 2)

2004Japan
HorrorMultiple MainsSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaAnthologyBased On A True StoryGhostSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Horror, Multiple Mains, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Recommendation: Senritsu: Ghost Hotel similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Senritsu: Ghost Hotel(Senritsu: Ghost Hotel)

2015Japan
HorrorSupernaturalSupernatural BeingCurseGhostMiniseriesSuspenseYokai

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Horror, Supernatural, and Supernatural Being themes with a 18% similarity match.

In director Kazuhiro Yokoyama's well-received horror series SENRITSU: GHOST HOTEL, the initial installment presents fifteen stories that may appear mildly peculiar initially but ultimately linger with a disquieting effect that intensifies over time. (Amazon Prime)

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Haunted Mansion(โนราโหงโรง)

2025Thailand
HorrorSupernaturalSupernatural BeingDramaGhostSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Horror, Supernatural, and Supernatural Being themes with a 18% similarity match.

A century-old curse resurfaces when a couple unable to have children takes in a mysterious girl. Unbeknownst to them, the spirit of a sorrowful dancer named Nora is observing, poised to exact vengeance for the anguish she endured in the past.

Recommendation: The Evil Spirits of the Imperial City similar to Master of the Five Paths
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The Evil Spirits of the Imperial City(陰陽師☆安倍晴明〜王都妖奇譚〜)

2002Japan
ExorcismHorrorSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaCurseGhostHistoricalMiniseriesSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Exorcism, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 17% similarity match.

The ancient city of Heian, now called Kyoto, faced internal strife. Concerned about the future of his realm, the emperor organizes an "Onmyo festival" to seek guidance on the city's fate. A group of nobles, including the Minister of the Left, Fujiwara no Masayuki, and his brother, the Minister of the Right, Fujiwara no Mitsuhiro, gather in the shrine within the Seiryo chamber. The Onmyoji predict the future by interpreting signs from various sources such as evil spirits, weather, the calendar, and Feng Shi. When Mitsuhiro questions about reading the stars, the imperial Onmyoji, Yasunori, gives a vague response. Another Onmyoji, Kamo no Tadayuki, mentions a powerful curse that they cannot dispel. Masayuki realizes the limitations of the Onmyoji's abilities. Suddenly, a fiery tornado erupts in the shrine, prompting Masayuki to protect the emperor's mistress, Ayako no Kimi. As the fire intensifies, Chihaya no Kimi, the emperor's second consort, sees an evil spirit within it. A man named Abe no Seimei enters the shrine and is hailed as a savior by military officers and consorts. Abe no Seimei, an Onmyoji with the power to banish curses and control evil spirits, brings an end to the chaos.

Recommendation: Kaiki Dai Kazoku similar to Master of the Five Paths
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Kaiki Dai Kazoku(怪奇大家族)

2004Japan
Ghost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalComedyDramaFamilyGhostSuspenseThriller

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Imawano family relocates to a new home rumored to be haunted. Shortly after moving in, the grandfather, Fuchio, passes away, leaving behind his wife, daughter, son-in-law, and two grandchildren. That evening, Kiyoshi, the grandson, receives a message from Fuchio instructing him to meet at the room behind The Room Which Will Not Open at 2 AM. Upon arrival, Kiyoshi encounters his grandfather's spirit and learns about the family's psychic abilities to communicate with spirits. Fuchio reveals a looming catastrophe that only Kiyoshi can prevent. This show is both humorous and slightly eerie, with an endearing cast and a comedic tone similar to the Addams Family, but with a distinct Japanese twist.

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Hyakki Yakoushou(百鬼夜行抄)

2007Japan
HorrorSupernaturalSupernatural BeingAdapted From A MangaDemonGhostMiniseriesSuspenseYokai

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Horror, Supernatural, and Supernatural Being themes with a 17% similarity match.

Inspired by the manga of the same title by Ima Ichiko, Ritsu is the descendant of Iijima Kagyuu, a writer known for his works on supernatural events. Ritsu has inherited the unique ability to perceive ghosts, spirits, and demons from his grandfather. Thirteen years prior, Ritsu's father, Iijima Takahiro, passed away but inexplicably returned to life. The only one aware of the reality is Ritsu: a demon called Ao-arashi inhabited his father's body and revived him. Since that moment, the demon has been living as Ritsu's father. It vowed to Kagyuu to safeguard Ritsu until he turns eighteen, after which everything is uncertain. Ritsu's eighteenth birthday is approaching rapidly. What will transpire then?

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Mystic Whispers()

2014China
Ghost-seeing Female LeadHorrorSupernaturalAffectionate Mains' RelationshipComedyGhostInvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 16% similarity match.

One year ago, Mo Xiao Yun lost the hearing in her left ear due to an accident, which also led to her experiencing unusual sounds. She suspects that these sounds may be coming from a different realm, but she chooses to pretend not to notice in the hopes that it will go away. However, on her first day at a new job, she encounters a ghost who turns out to be her coworker, Ken. In an attempt to rid Xiao Yun of the ghost, her colleagues enlist the help of a specialist in exorcism and mortuary practices, Zhang Ji En. Despite Ji En's efforts, the ghost continues to haunt Xiao Yun.

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Damned Files Season 3(ダムド・ファイル シーズンIII)

2004Japan
HorrorMultiple MainsSupernaturalAnthologyGhostInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryParanormalSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Horror, Multiple Mains, and Supernatural themes with a 16% similarity match.

A collection of tales inspired by regional ghost stories and supernatural incidents

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Gibang Horror Story(기방괴담)

2008South Korea
HorrorMultiple MainsSuspense

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In the village of Hwahonok, rumors are circulating about a possible ghostly presence

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The Ferryman: Legends of Nanyang(灵魂摆渡之南洋传说)

2021China
Ghost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSupernaturalChinese Republican EraGhostHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySupernatural PowerSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 15% similarity match.

The play revolves around Xia Dong Qing and Zhao Li, who acts as a soul ferryman, assisting lingering souls who have unfinished business in the mortal realm. Despite appearing inconspicuous, Xia Dong Qing harbors a mysterious ability - his special eyes, known as Yin and Yang Eyes, allow him to perceive beings from the spirit world and interact with them. This unique gift brings about various challenges for Xia Dong Qing.

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Kaidan Shin-mimibukuro(怪談新耳袋 最終夜)

2003Japan
ExorcismHorrorSupernaturalGhostGrudgeHospital SettingMiniseriesParanormalSchool SettingShort Length SeriesSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Exorcism, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 15% similarity match.

"Shin-mimibukuro" authored by Nakayama Ichirou & Kihara Hirokatsu

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Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai(ひぐらしのなく頃に解)

2016Japan
DeathHorrorSupernaturalAdapted From A GameFriendshipInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 15% similarity match.

In the beginning of summer, Maebara Keiichi relocated to a secluded mountain village. He quickly formed strong bonds with a group of girls and was enjoying his new life in the village. However, his perception of his friends, Ry g Rena, Sonozaki Mion, and others, started to change as he began to suspect their involvement in the annual summer murders. Keiichi's once peaceful life took a dark turn as he discovered a sewing needle in his food, was pursued by unknown individuals, and narrowly escaped a life-threatening accident. His trust in those around him shattered, leading to a series of mysteries and a shocking, violent conclusion.

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The Teenage Psychic(通靈少女)

2017Taiwan
DeathGhost-seeing Female LeadSupernaturalComedyDramaHeight DifferenceMiniseriesNice Male LeadRomanceSchool SettingShamanism

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 15% similarity match.

Xiao Zhen, a 16-year-old girl, possesses the unique gift of being able to communicate with spirits. While assisting the living in connecting with their departed loved ones, Xiao Zhen navigates the challenges of adolescence alongside the responsibilities of interacting with the spirit realm. (HBO Asia)

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Candle in the Tomb: The Lost Caverns(龙岭迷窟)

2020China
DeathHorrorSupernaturalActionNovel AdaptationAdventureEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseTomb RaidingTreasure Hunting

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 14% similarity match.

Hu Ba Yi, Shirley Yang, and Wang Pang Zi embark on an expedition to explore a cryptic tomb located in the Shaanxi region. Meanwhile, Shirley Yang sets out to investigate strange markings on fossil fragments at the Longling Maze Grottos. During her journey, she encounters Hu Ba Yi and Wang Pang Zi, who have recently fled from an ancient city. The three of them join forces to embark on another adventure of tomb exploration.

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The Mutations(天启异闻录)

2023China
EpidemicSupernaturalSupernatural BeingAdventureDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionIsland SettingLife Or DeathMing DynastySuspenseThriller

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Epidemic, Supernatural, and Supernatural Being themes with a 14% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in the final years of the Ming Dynasty, where an unknown disease suddenly spreads. The plot centers around Chu Sijing, an operative of the covert agency, as he faces a perilous situation on an uninhabited island. (iQIYI)

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Pearl Hotel(珠光宾馆)

2024China
DeathExorcismHorrorComedyHotel SettingRitualSecurity Guard Male LeadShort Length SeriesSuspenseThrillerUrban LegendWeb Series

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Exorcism, and Horror themes with a 14% similarity match.

The Pearl Hotel was built on a site where executions took place during the late Qing Dynasty, surrounded by a dark and foreboding atmosphere. Inside the hotel, a peachwood sword stained with blood was kept hidden to protect against malevolent spirits. When Ma Xiao Dao, a newcomer from the countryside, becomes the security guard at this notorious hotel, he unknowingly breaks the sword, angering the peculiar inhabitants of the building. Subsequently, strange events start to escalate uncontrollably within the hotel.

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Rensa Kaidan(連鎖怪談 ~a chein of curses)

2005Japan
DeathHorrorSupernaturalAnthologyGhostHospital SettingMiniseriesMurderSchool SettingSerial KillingsShort Length SeriesUrban Legend

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 14% similarity match.

Episode 1 is titled "Hyaku Monogatari," which translates to "100 Stories." Episode 2 is called "Saisei," meaning "Reborn." Episode 3 is titled "Yami no Oku," which translates to "The Depth of Darkness." Episode 4 is named "Onnen," meaning "Grudge." Episode 5 is titled "Kioku," which translates to "Memory." Lastly, Episode 6 is called "Shukumei," meaning "Destiny."

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Dokurogeki(ドクロゲキ)

2013Japan
HorrorSupernaturalMiniseriesSuspense

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Horror and Supernatural with a 14% similarity match.

Dokurogeki is a Japanese horror drama series comprised of a series of short episodes. It is a spin-off created by the same production team behind the 2007 horror drama Torihada. The first set of episodes follows Yukie Samejima, an artist who pulls an all-nighter to meet a deadline. After falling asleep on the couch the next day, she hears the voice of a mysterious young girl calling for her mother. In a separate set of episodes, Misuzu Murai, who used to dabble in fortune telling in college, now works at a city company. An elderly woman named Yokoyama frequently visits her to have her grandson's fortune told.

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Ogamiya Kaidan II(拝み屋怪談 II)

2019Japan
HorrorSupernaturalGhostSuspense

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Located in the remote area of the Tohoku region, Gounai Shindou manages a shop called Ogamiya, where he assists his customers with prayers to resolve their issues. Some of these issues even involve supernatural occurrences. Currently residing with his wife, Mayumi, Gounai encounters the enigmatic Kirishima Kanae once more. Additionally, a spiritual medium named Kobashi Mikoto presents a new problem that requires a solution.

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Othello (2022)(オセロ)

2022Japan
DeathHorrorSupernaturalActress Female LeadFriendshipInvestigationJealousyMiniseriesMysteryRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 14% similarity match.

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

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Cheo Yong Season 2(처용2)

2015South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Male LeadSupernaturalDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaGhostGhost Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMystery

Like Master of the Five Paths, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 14% similarity match.

Detective Cheo Yong utilizes his talent for communicating with spirits to crack cases.