My Boss, My Hero - Asian drama recommendation
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My Boss, My Hero(マイ★ボス マイ★ヒーロー)

2006Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaFather-Son RelationshipFriendshipHidden IdentityHigh SchoolOrganized CrimeSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYakuzaYouth

Sakaki Makio, also known as "Tornado", is a rugged 27-year-old who dropped out of high school. Despite not excelling academically, his father insists he return to school to earn his diploma. With the help of a friend who is the principal of a nearby school, Makio is enrolled. Failing to graduate means losing the opportunity to become the boss to his younger brother, Mikio. Makio must also pretend to be a 17-year-old while at school to keep his true identity a secret. Any slip-up could jeopardize his chances of both finishing high school and taking over as boss. Initially struggling with his violent tendencies, Makio gradually discovers the value of education beyond exams and textbooks.

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Recommendation: Gokusen Season 2 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Gokusen Season 2(ごくせん 2)

2005Japan
ComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYakuzaYouthActionAdapted From A MangaDelinquent Male LeadPhysically Strong Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Yakuza, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

After six months, Shirokin Gakuen has shut down. Yamaguchi Kumiko now teaches a small group of children who struggle to connect with her teaching methods. Unexpectedly, she is offered a position at Kurogin Gakuen, where she becomes the teacher of a rowdy 3D class, making her previous students seem well-behaved in comparison. To keep her job, she must once again conceal her true identity as the fourth generation of the Oedo Family, a well-known yakuza group.

Recommendation: Koi no Yamai to Yarougumi Season 2 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Koi no Yamai to Yarougumi Season 2(恋の病と野郎組 Season2)

2022Japan
ComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthBromanceFluffyMultiple MainsNaive Male LeadNice Male Lead

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

Is it possible for these 8 boys to conquer their anxiety when talking to girls? In the second season, they must attempt to secure a girlfriend by any means necessary

Recommendation: My Dearest Friends similar to My Boss, My Hero
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My Dearest Friends(亲爱的朋友)

2023China
DramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamilyStudent Female LeadWeb Series

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

Luo Dan Ni is dissatisfied with her life as a grown-up, which is vastly different from what she had envisioned in her youth. Once a talented student with a bright future, her life did not unfold as expected. After a car accident sends her back to high school, she seizes the opportunity to alter her fate armed with adult wisdom. Determined, she makes new choices in pursuit of the future she once dreamed of.

Recommendation: Koi no Yamai to Yarougumi similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Koi no Yamai to Yarougumi(恋の病と野郎組)

2019Japan
ComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthBromanceFluffyMultiple MainsNaive Male LeadNice Male LeadRomance

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

Is it possible for these 8 young men to conquer their apprehension of conversing with females?

Recommendation: Ao Haru Ride similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Ao Haru Ride(アオハライド Season1)

2023Japan
ComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaFirst LoveRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

Upon completing her freshman year of high school, Yoshioka Futaba reunites with Tanaka Kou, her former crush. They were classmates in middle school before he abruptly switched schools. Now, three years later, he reappears as Mabuchi Kou with a different demeanor - distant and aloof. As Futaba delves into Mabuchi's past, she finds herself developing feelings for him once again.

Recommendation: Ao Haru Ride Season 2 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Ao Haru Ride Season 2(アオハライド Season 2)

2024Japan
ComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

Yoshioka Futaba was a former middle school student who developed feelings for her kind classmate Tanaka Kou. Unfortunately, their young romance faced challenges, leading to their separation when Kou had to move to Nagasaki. However, fate brought them back together in high school when Kou transferred to Futaba's class as they approached the end of their academic year. Much to Futaba's surprise, Kou had changed his surname and now displayed a cold and distant demeanor. Despite this, they found themselves growing closer once again. The situation became complicated when Futaba discovered that another classmate, originally from Nagasaki, had also been hurt by Kou in middle school. As their reunion unfolds, will Futaba and Kou's renewed relationship lead to love or more heartbreak?

Recommendation: Black School Rules (2019) similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Black School Rules (2019)(ブラック校則)

2019Japan
DramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesShort Length SeriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 41% similarity match.

Hulu's unique drama series original content

Recommendation: Neverland (2001) similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Neverland (2001)(ネバーランド)

2001Japan
DramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthNovel AdaptationSupernaturalTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 41% similarity match.

Seiran Gakuen is a prestigious private boys' high school. As summer break begins, Yoshikuni, Mitsuhiro, Kanji, and Iwatsuki have all chosen to stay at the school's Shoraikan dormitory instead of going home for various reasons. Yoshikuni, who is in a relationship with Hiroko, decides to distance himself from her without giving a clear explanation. This leaves Hiroko feeling unsatisfied and confused. During a trip to buy dinner supplies, Yoshikuni and Mitsuhiro encounter Osamu, a day student, and later run into Hiroko and her friend Aki. Aki questions Yoshikuni's sudden change in behavior towards Hiroko, leading to an emotional outburst from Hiroko. The commotion is witnessed by Takagi, a dormitory resident from the neighboring building. In the following days, Mitsuhiro's step-mother Keiko pays a visit to the Shoraikan dormitory, where Mitsuhiro behaves coldly towards her, displaying a side of himself that is unfamiliar to her.

Recommendation: Beshari Gurashi similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Beshari Gurashi(べしゃり暮らし)

2019Japan
ComedyDramaFather-Son RelationshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthAdapted From A MangaComedian Male LeadManzaiMiniseriesTeenager Male Lead

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Father-Son Relationship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

Keisuke Agatsuma, a high school student known for his comedic talents despite not being academically gifted, considers himself the funniest student in school. While he dreams of pursuing a career in comedy, his father's disapproval stands in his way. Everything changes when Jun Tsujimoto, a former comedian, transfers to their school from Osaka. Recognizing each other's comedic potential, they decide to team up and pursue a career in stand-up comedy. Despite facing challenges and being underestimated by other comedians, Keisuke and Jun remain determined to turn their dream into reality.

Recommendation: High Position similar to My Boss, My Hero
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High Position(ハイポジ 1986年、二度目の青春)

2020Japan
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaSupernaturalTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterTime Travel

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

Mitsuhiko Amano, a 46-year-old office worker, recently lost his job and received news of his wife wanting a divorce. His daughter has chosen to stay with her mother due to her strained relationship with him. Feeling defeated, Mitsuhiko decides to visit a soapland, but a fall causes him to lose consciousness. Upon awakening, he finds himself back in 1986, in his teenage body, surrounded by familiar faces including his future wife, Sachiko. Unsure if this is a near-death experience or a second chance at life, Mitsuhiko ponders how he can make the most of this opportunity to change his future. Will he finally find the courage to approach Satsuki, the girl he had a crush on in high school? The story is inspired by the manga "High Posi" written by Takashi Kira.

Recommendation: Stand by Me Season 2 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Stand by Me Season 2(一起同过窗第二季 / Yi Qi Tong Guo Chuang Di Er Ji)

2017China
ComedyDramaFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadUniversity

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

As summer fades away and old classmates depart while new ones arrive, the dynamics of friendship shift. Another year unfolds at the university, deepening the bond among a group of nine friends. Leaving behind the naivety of their freshman year, Lu Qiao Chuan, Zhong Bai, Ren Yi Fan, and their peers embark on their second year. Yi Xin's departure to America for studies serves as a catalyst for Shi San to excel academically. The arrival of new student Xu Lian Qiao in the electrical engineering class brings a sense of mystery with her. When the original teacher of the class departs, the once-disjointed group of students in the class begins to come together.

Recommendation: Endless Eighteen similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Endless Eighteen(金斩,有何贵干?)

2019China
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthShort Length SeriesTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

A whimsical story depicting the unusual bond between a lazy student and a high-achieving scholar.

Recommendation: The M Riders Season 6 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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The M Riders Season 6(萌學園六復活之戰)

2014Taiwan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFantasyTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Strawberry Seminar similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Strawberry Seminar(いちごゼミナール)

2009Japan
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Yoru no Sensei similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Yoru no Sensei(夜のせんせい)

2014Japan
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesTeacher Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Yoruno Sakura, a newcomer teacher at a part-time high school, has faced multiple challenges in her past as the owner of a bar. Despite her continuous struggles and misfortunes, she remains determined and positive. While she may come across as overly friendly, insensitive, disorganized, and careless, she possesses a kind heart and a knack for recognizing and supporting individuals with aspirations. At 38 years old, she interacts with students of different ages who share similar circumstances, ultimately making a positive impact on their lives and experiencing her own transformation.

Recommendation: Ochanigosu similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Ochanigosu(お茶にごす。)

2021Japan
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthAdapted From A MangaDelinquent Male LeadRomance

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Masaya Funabashi, a troublemaker in high school often referred to as Devil Ma-kun, opts to change his reputation by becoming a member of the Japanese Tea Ceremony Club. This information is sourced from MyAnimeList and is based on the manga "A Bad Boy Drinks Tea!" by Nishimori Hiroyuki.

Recommendation: Sayonara, High School similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Sayonara, High School(さよなら、ハイスクール)

2022Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: All About Secrets similar to My Boss, My Hero
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All About Secrets(秘果)

2017China
DramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthBasketball Player Male LeadFriends To LoversRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Duan Bo Wen, a well-liked student and basketball standout, is facing family issues due to ongoing conflicts between his father and stepmother. Yu Chi Zi and her friend Si Jia Li offer their support to Bo Wen during this challenging time. Jia Li, envious of Chi Zi's bond with Bo Wen, struggles to win his affection despite her best attempts. With a new teacher catching Bo Wen's eye, will he and his friends be able to overcome their hidden secrets and reach college?

Recommendation: Switch Girl!! similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Switch Girl!!(スイッチガール!!)

2011Japan
ComedyHidden IdentityHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaHidden PersonalityRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Hidden Identity, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

In school, Tamiya Nika presents herself as a stylish and fashionable student, but this image is merely a facade she puts on for others

Recommendation: The Day I Skipped School for You 3 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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The Day I Skipped School for You 3(教室的那一间第三季)

2020China
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthRomanceTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Female LeadWeb Series

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Chen Mo and his companions are fortunate to be brought together in a humanities course. The beginning of the new semester introduces fresh faces to the class - an endearing and straightforward transfer student from rural areas, a commanding class leader, and a sensitive class counselor. (chinesedrama.info)

Recommendation: Nobuta wo Produce similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Nobuta wo Produce(野ブタ。をプロデュース)

2005Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaHigh SchoolStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthNovel AdaptationBromanceSchool BullyingStudent Female LeadTransfer Student Female LeadUnusual Friendship

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, High School, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Shuji Kiritani, a well-liked yet reserved student, discovers a new sense of freedom when he befriends his quirky classmate Akira Kusano

Recommendation: Dragon Zakura similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Dragon Zakura(ドラゴン桜)

2005Japan
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaDelinquent Supporting CharacterStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Sakuragi Kenji, a struggling lawyer and former motorcycle gang member, is determined to help underperforming high school students with an average score of 36 get accepted into Tokyo University (Toudai), Japan's most prestigious educational institution. Despite the school's financial troubles, Sakuragi has set a goal to mentor 5 students to successfully enter Toudai, driven by his personal ambition. Along with providing valuable tips for Toudai entrance exams, "Dragon Zakura" also imparts important life lessons.

Recommendation: Misaki Number One!! similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Misaki Number One!!(美咲ナンバーワン!!)

2011Japan
ComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMiniseriesTeacher Female LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

One unexpected day, Misaki, the top hostess at a club in Roppongi, finds herself becoming a high school teacher. Surprisingly, she is assigned as the homeroom teacher for Class 2Z, a unique class known for its unruly students. Despite the challenging situation, Misaki confronts the students with her unwavering positivity and determination, never backing down. This story is adapted from the manga "Misaki Number One!!" by Fujisaki Masato.

Recommendation: Switch Girl!! Season 2 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Switch Girl!! Season 2(スイッチガール!! 2)

2012Japan
ComedyHidden IdentityHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaHidden PersonalityKidnappingRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Hidden Identity, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Nika and Arata have finally become a couple, and their attractive appearance and affectionate demeanor make them the most admired pair in school. The upcoming season will depict their deepening bond and potential progression to a more serious stage in their relationship. As they embark on new adventures with their friends, Nika faces the challenge of concealing her true personality. The storyline also delves into the personal struggles of their friends, with Nika and Arata offering their support and guidance.

Recommendation: 49 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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49(49)

2013Japan
ComedyDramaFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipSlight RomanceSpirit PossessionSupernaturalTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Dan, a freshman in high school, struggles academically and athletically and prefers to spend his leisure time at home. However, one day, his deceased father's spirit inhabits Dan's body. His father, who had excelled in various areas, now bestows his talents upon Dan. As a result, Dan excels in basketball, gains popularity, and even starts dating a well-liked girl at school. His newfound success and mature perspective begin to influence his classmates, who are initially surprised by his transformation. Eventually, his friends uncover the truth behind his sudden change.

Recommendation: Are You Ready? Hey You Girl! similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!(覚悟はいいかそこの女子)

2018Japan
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaBromanceFamous Male LeadNice Male LeadRomanceTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Furuya Towa is a good-looking young man who has always attracted female admirers but has never been in a relationship and remains inexperienced. Determined to find a girlfriend, he sets his sights on the stylish and attractive freshman Misono Miwa. Despite her initial rejection when he asks her out, Towa finds himself falling more and more in love with her as he spends time thinking about her. (ANN)

Recommendation: High&Low: The Worst Episode.O similar to My Boss, My Hero
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High&Low: The Worst Episode.O(HiGH&LOW THE WORST EPISODE.O)

2019Japan
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthActionBromanceGangMiniseriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

The narrative depicts the events following the altercation in the storage units of the High & Low film at the Oya Institute. Fujio and Tsukasa were both enrolled at Oya High School, but Fujio had to transfer to a rural school near his grandfather's residence to assist with his care. Upon arriving at the institute, new students will attempt to assert their dominance.

Recommendation: Like similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Like(라이크)

2019South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthBreak UpFriends To LoversLove TriangleRomanceStudent Female LeadWeb Series

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Yoon and her friends made the decision to launch a YouTube club called “Like,” where they can explore their interests, aspirations, and showcase their skills. Throughout their content creation journey, they go through a wide range of emotions, from the excitement of creativity to feelings of love, friendship, and competition. At 18 years old, Seo Yoon has been secretly in love with Jihu, despite his current relationship. One day, she discovered a mysterious gift on her desk and is now on a quest to uncover the sender's identity, secretly hoping it was Jihu, who is rumored to have recently broken up with his girlfriend.

Recommendation: Boys to Men (2015) similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Boys to Men (2015)(爸爸快长大)

2015China
ComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingFamily Relationship

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, and School Setting themes with a 36% similarity match.

Cui Wei, Sun Qiang, and Song Danan have been friends since their high school days. Despite becoming fathers, they still have some growing up to do. The sudden departure of Cui Wei's wife, who is the deputy director of a bank, has left him in financial ruin. With the support of his old friends, he may be able to overcome this challenge. The arrival of Wang Shanshan, a direct and unexpected presence, adds to his struggles. Sun Qiang, who is handsome but self-absorbed, often angers his wife Feng Jingjing. However, he always finds a way to make amends. Song Danan, a savvy "economic controller," has convinced his wife Lu Xiaoting that she is too frugal. Together, they have entered into a business partnership after changing careers. The story focuses on the three friends as they navigate life's challenges and setbacks, ultimately finding the courage and responsibility to reclaim their happiness.

Recommendation: I Am the Head Teacher similar to My Boss, My Hero
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I Am the Head Teacher(我是班主任)

2019China
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthStudent Female LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

A story of graduation featuring senior high school students from the "special class" and their principal Lao Mo, as well as their teacher Yao Jing. This play is endorsed by the Teaching & Work Department of the Ministry of Education in China. The goal of the play is to effectively carry out the party's educational guidelines and showcase the positive qualities of educators in the modern era. (Baidu)

Recommendation: I Want to Return This Youth similar to My Boss, My Hero
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I Want to Return This Youth(这个少年我想退货)

2020China
ComedyDramaFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthChasing A DreamFilmed VerticallyTransfer Student Male LeadWeb Series

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Nan Xiang School similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Nan Xiang School(男翔技校)

2021China
ComedyFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadVocational SchoolWeb Series

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Taking place in a vocational school, the story revolves around four young men and a charming girl as they focus on honing their technical skills. This drama challenges the notion that only elite schools can feature attractive male leads, that regular schools can't have good-looking students, and that campus conflicts are exclusive to high school and college settings. Zhao Yu Zhi aims to change his family's and society's perceptions of him by mastering the art of operating an excavator. Sharing a living space with Ji Yong, who studies cosmetology, Jia Kai Xin, an aspiring chef, and Wang Guang Ming, who specializes in car repair, they form an unlikely but strong bond despite their diverse backgrounds and beliefs. Zheng Ping Fan stands out as a unique presence among them all.

Recommendation: Close to You similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Close to You(偏爱靠近你)

2025China
ComedyFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthShort Length SeriesSlight RomanceStudent Female LeadWeb Series

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Yu Ming Xi, a regular girl with a talent for athletics, enrolls in the prestigious Jingcai Academy to fulfill her deceased father's wishes. At the academy, she crosses paths with Jiang Bo Han, a gifted student who conceals his true self with a rebellious facade. Their lives become intertwined as they uncover each other's secrets, address old scars, and embark on a journey of healing through an unforeseen bond. (TMDb)

Recommendation: 3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 8 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 8(3年B組金八先生)

2007Japan
DramaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipLifeTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

The upcoming season will showcase Kinpachi Sakamoto's dedication as a teacher who experiences the ups and downs alongside his 25 students, who also mature through the process. They will navigate challenges such as preparing for university entrance exams, navigating complex relationships with family, educators, and peers, and managing their hopes and setbacks.

Recommendation: Dandori Musume similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Dandori Musume(ダンドリ娘)

2006Japan
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthMiniseriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

The series centers around six teenagers in high school transitioning into adulthood. They come together to explore new experiences and imagine a world beyond their own. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Check It Out, Yo!! in Tokyo similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Check It Out, Yo!! in Tokyo(チェケラッチョ!! in TOKYO)

2006Japan
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthHip Hop MusicMiniseriesMusicTeenager Male Lead

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

A group of four high school buddies discover the world of rap music and embark on a new path in their lives.

Recommendation: Tadashii Ouji no Tsukurikata similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Tadashii Ouji no Tsukurikata(正しい王子のつくり方)

2008Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

This school comedy follows a girls' high school that transitions to a co-ed institution, only to find that the new male students do not meet their standards. In response, a group of girls initiates a project to transform the boys into "princes." --Tokyograph

Recommendation: Koko wa Greenwood similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Koko wa Greenwood(ここはグリーン・ウッド)

2008Japan
ComedyFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaAll-Boys SchoolRomanceStudent Female Lead

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

The plot unfolds at Rokuto Academy, an exclusive school for boys, focusing on Hasukawa Kazuya, a newcomer to the unique Greenwood Dormitory, a converted mental institution. His initial shock arises when he finds out that his roommate is Kisaragi Shun, who seems to be a female student. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Setoutsumi (2017) similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Setoutsumi (2017)(セトウツミ)

2017Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaLifeTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Utsumi leads a solitary life as he lacks companionship. When he isn't attending his private institute after school, he often finds himself idling by the riverside. One day, his routine is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Shokichi Seto, a former soccer player with time on his hands. The two strike up a friendship and are soon joined by Ichigo Kashimura and Hatsumi, fellow classmates from their high school.

Recommendation: Omae wa Mada Gunma wo Shiranai similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Omae wa Mada Gunma wo Shiranai(お前はまだグンマを知らない)

2017Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaMiniseriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Upon transferring to a school in Gunma Prefecture, high school student Nori Kamitsuki was taken aback by the noticeable cultural distinctions. Nori finds himself smitten with his classmate Kyo Shinooka, yet she remains loyal to her roots and declares her preference for dating someone from Gunma. To compound matters, Nori becomes embroiled in a confrontation with the rival prefectures of Tochigi and Ibaraki.

Recommendation: Nonstop Season 2 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Nonstop Season 2(뉴논스톱)

2000South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipRomanceSitcomUniversity

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Nonstop, a South Korean sitcom, premiered its initial season on MBC in 2000, followed by five more seasons. The show gained popularity for featuring a talented cast of young celebrities, some of whom rose to fame after debuting on the show. Each season of Nonstop showcases the comical daily escapades of a group of college students, along with their friends and family members.

Recommendation: Spicy Teacher (2000) similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Spicy Teacher (2000)(麻辣鮮師)

2000Taiwan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

A school drama series with a significant impact on idol dramas in Taiwan, consisting of 3 seasons and featuring 5 generations of students. The first season spanned 155 episodes, showcasing the 1st to 3rd generations of students. The second season, with 29 episodes, focused on the 4th to early 5th generations of students. The third season concluded with 14 episodes, highlighting the later half of the 5th generation of students.

Recommendation: Teng Kong De Ri Zi similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Teng Kong De Ri Zi(腾空的日子)

2014China
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthMiniseriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

A brief web series initially launched on Tencent, explores the stories of a group of teenagers in high school and the events they encounter during their adolescence.

Recommendation: Gokusen Season 3 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Gokusen Season 3(ごくせん 3)

2008Japan
ComedyDramaOrganized CrimeSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthActionPhysically Strong Female LeadSignature MoveTeacher Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterVice Principal Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Organized Crime, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Sawatari Goro is currently serving as the vice principal at Akado High School

Recommendation: Be My Boyfriend similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Be My Boyfriend(오늘부터 계약연애)

2021South Korea
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthContract RelationshipEmotionally Strong Female LeadEx Comes BackRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

An average guy named Lee Seung Min finds himself in an unexpected situation when the school's most popular girl, Oh Ji Na, who is an aspiring idol trainee, suggests that they pretend to be in a relationship

Recommendation: Sugarless similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Sugarless(シュガーレス)

2012Japan
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthActionDelinquent Male LeadDelinquent Supporting CharacterGangMale Centered PlotTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

At Kujima High School, the rule known as the Windmill dictates a competitive environment where male students fight fiercely to climb to the top. Shiba Gaku, a first-year student, is constantly engaged in battles to achieve this goal. (

Recommendation: 35 sai no Koukousei similar to My Boss, My Hero
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35 sai no Koukousei(35歳の高校生)

2013Japan
DramaFriendshipHidden IdentityHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthLifeMelodramaPsychologicalSchool BullyingStudent Female LeadTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Hidden Identity, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

The upcoming drama will focus on the transformation of a 35-year-old student who impacts her peers' lives and brings change to the school environment. It will delve into the harsh realities of modern high schools, such as bullying and truancy.

Recommendation: Muchuu-sa, Kimi ni similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Muchuu-sa, Kimi ni(夢中さ、きみに。)

2021Japan
ComedyDramaFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaBromanceEccentric Male LeadHidden PersonalityLifeMiniseriesMultiple Perspective

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Hayashi Miyoshi is not your typical high school student, as he marches to the beat of his own drum. With a frank and quirky personality, he has a way of capturing the attention of both classmates and strangers. On the other hand, NikaidoAkira portrays a dark and gloomy facade to keep others at bay. Despite this, there is someone who sees beyond Nikaido's mask and is determined to bring him into the light. Though leading contrasting lives, Hayashi and Nikaido may have more similarities than they realize.

Recommendation: Sharp 1 similar to My Boss, My Hero
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Sharp 1(반올림1)

2003South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthLifeNeighbors' RelationshipRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Fifteen-year-old Lee Ok Rim enjoys daydreaming and has a cheerful demeanor. She is open about her emotions and is aware of her own attractiveness. In her family, she falls between her studious older sister and her twin younger brother. Ok Rim is romantically involved with Yoo Ah In, a high school student studying art. She also has a close male friend named Jang-Wook, with whom she shares a deep bond. Jang Wook, who recently moved next door to Ok Rim, is reserved yet charismatic. He has become her confidant and shares a love for soccer and mischief with his peers. Meanwhile, Yoo Ah In is a talented artist who keeps his true thoughts to himself. Despite being more mature and intelligent than Ok Rim, he is determined to keep her affections, especially with the presence of Jang Wook as a potential rival.

Recommendation: The Guilty Secret similar to My Boss, My Hero
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The Guilty Secret(다시 만난 너)

2019South Korea
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like My Boss, My Hero, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

It narrates the story of a 17-year-old boy and girl who share a friendship filled with their own hidden truths. (Kpopmap)