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Never Say Never(善始善终)

2019China
ActionBadass Male LeadBromanceCrimeDrug UsageFrenemyGang Leader Male LeadGangster Male LeadGangster Supporting CharacterMysteryPhysically Strong Male LeadThrillerUndercover Agent Male LeadUndercover Agent Supporting Character

Fang Han's partner, an undercover operative named Luo Fei, tragically loses her life while on a mission. Adding to the tragedy, Fang Han's team fails to apprehend criminals involved in illegal activities like gun trafficking and drug distribution, resulting in significant losses on their side and the escape of the criminal mastermind. At the urging of the police chief, Fang Han takes it upon himself to complete the task that his deceased partner had begun. Disguising himself, he infiltrates the drug operation with the goal of dismantling the organization and bringing justice to Luo Fei's murderer.

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Recommendation: Infernal Affairs (2016) similar to Never Say Never
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Infernal Affairs (2016)(无间道)

2016China
ActionCrimeGangster Supporting CharacterMysteryThrillerUndercover Agent Male LeadAntihero Male LeadBarista Supporting CharacterCafé Owner Supporting CharacterDrug Dealer Supporting CharacterInvestigationPsychiatrist Female LeadSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Gangster Supporting Character, Mystery, Thriller, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Jiang Zi Dan, a police officer from China, is assigned to work covertly in Hong Kong by infiltrating a triad organization. At the same time, the triad also plants Wei Jun Xuan as a spy within the police department to accomplish the task that his predecessor could not complete.

Recommendation: Love Lurking similar to Never Say Never
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Love Lurking(恋爱潜伏)

2025China
ActionGangster Male LeadGangster Supporting CharacterMysteryPhysically Strong Male LeadThrillerCo-workers' RelationshipDoctor Female LeadDrug Dealer Supporting CharacterDruggingRomanceShort Length SeriesSkilled Fighter Male LeadVillain Supporting Character

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Gangster Male Lead, Gangster Supporting Character, Mystery, Physically Strong Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

After rescuing a mysterious drug trafficker known as K, surgeon Gu Nian becomes entangled in the ruthless realm of a drug cartel. Compelled to negotiate with the elusive K, she finds herself increasingly attracted to him during dangerous encounters. To safeguard her, K makes a selfless sacrifice during a deadly showdown with the drug lord Peng Li, disappearing without a trace. Six months later, Gu Nian encounters Song Qian, K's doppelgänger, who is now a cold corporate executive engaged to be married. He disavows any connection to K. Devastated, Gu Nian decides to leave. However, when her quest for her mother's murderer places her in danger, the unfriendly Song Qian intervenes repeatedly to save her, compelling her to uncover his true identity.

Recommendation: The Fiery Priest similar to Never Say Never
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The Fiery Priest(열혈사제)

2019South Korea
ActionBadass Male LeadBromanceCrimeFrenemyMysteryAggressive Male LeadCharacter DevelopmentComedyCorruptionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationSassy Female LeadSismance

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Badass Male Lead, Bromance, Crime, Frenemy, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kim Hae Il serves as a Catholic priest. He often makes harsh comments and can be disrespectful towards others. Koo Dae Young works as a detective; he is quite talkative and somewhat shy. Park Kyung Sun is a prosecutor who is both intelligent and attractive. In addition, she is driven in her career and excels in her role. Together, the three join forces to investigate a murder case linked to a senior Catholic priest.

Recommendation: Infernal Affairs Season 3 similar to Never Say Never
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Infernal Affairs Season 3(無間道3)

2017China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: No Way for Stumer similar to Never Say Never
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No Way for Stumer(伪钞者之末路)

2019China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Diverging from the typical law enforcement storyline, a Chinese television series showcases a group of investigators who are willing to make significant sacrifices in order to combat the circulation of fake currency. When a new type of undetectable counterfeit bills emerges, police captain Qi Tian takes charge of the investigation with the help of his colleagues Xiang Bei and Wei Xian Yu. Caught in the midst of the operation is Xiang Bei's brother-in-law Tang Song, who succumbs to the allure of quick riches and becomes involved in the production of fake money. As it becomes evident that there are multiple sources of counterfeit currency, a specialized task force is assembled to apprehend all those responsible.

Recommendation: Chase the Truth similar to Never Say Never
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Chase the Truth(黑白密码)

2023China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerUndercover Agent Male LeadCriminal OrganizationDisappearanceInvestigationPolice Officer Supporting CharacterSuspenseTime SkipUndercover Operation

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, Thriller, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Ten years in the past, Chu Yi Han's mother, who was a skilled linguist and a police officer, disappeared while working undercover on a case. Since then, Chu Yi Han has relied solely on his uncle for support as he continues to search for his missing mother. Recently, he has discovered a potential opportunity to rescue her, but the risks involved are extremely high. To achieve his goal, Chu Yi Han must infiltrate a notorious criminal group known as the Northwestern Wolves and dismantle it from within. Along the way, he crosses paths with Gu Lin Na, a dancer with dangerous connections to the syndicate. Will Chu Yi Han be able to successfully complete this dangerous mission, and could Gu Lin Na be the key to its success?

Recommendation: Moebius: The Veil similar to Never Say Never
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Moebius: The Veil(뫼비우스: 검은 태양)

2021South Korea
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerUndercover Agent Male LeadAgent Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesNational Intelligence ServiceSuspenseUndercover Operation

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, Thriller, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Rewritten text: Agent Seo Soo Yeon, returning from China, finds herself entangled in a risky transaction with Agent Jang Chun Woo

Recommendation: Infernal Affairs Season 2 similar to Never Say Never
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Infernal Affairs Season 2(无间道2)

2017China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerDramaInvestigationSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Boundary (2019) similar to Never Say Never
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The Boundary (2019)(边境线之冷焰)

2019China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspenseUndercover Operation

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

The security and tranquility of the nation are safeguarded by unseen protectors. Behind the scenes, dedicated public servants risk their lives to combat crime and maintain peace along the Sino-Russian border. In a swift operation, Chinese border police successfully neutralized a group involved in illegal arms trafficking within seven minutes. Despite the capture of the group's leader, Xu Zhi Hai, police chief Li Jian remains concerned about the prevalence of gun-related crimes along the border. Following Li Jian's instructions, undercover investigator Zhang Meng infiltrates the prison to gather information from Xu Zhi Hai, who eventually develops a level of trust with Zhang Meng. However, no valuable information regarding gun smuggling is obtained. After a daring escape by Xu Zhi Hai, Zhang Meng pursues him relentlessly. Xu Zhi Hai meets his demise at the hands of law enforcement, but not before revealing a crucial detail to Zhang Meng: to seek out his older brother, Xu Zhi Qiang, in Russia.

Recommendation: High&Low: The Story of S.W.O.R.D. similar to Never Say Never
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High&Low: The Story of S.W.O.R.D.(HiGH&LOW 〜THE STORY OF S.W.O.R.D.〜)

2015Japan
ActionBadass Male LeadBromanceCrimePhysically Strong Male LeadAntihero Male LeadFriendshipMafiaMartial ArtsOrganized CrimeRevengeYakuzaYouth

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Badass Male Lead, Bromance, Crime, and Physically Strong Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

The tale originates in a particular town once ruled by a renowned organization known as "Mugen". Opposing the town's rulers were two formidable brothers - the fierce and undefeated Amamiya Brothers. In a fierce battle, Mugen suddenly dissipated, leading to the emergence of five new organizations vying for control over the area. These organizations collectively became known as "G-SWORD", with each group bearing a unique name: the second generation of Sanno Shoten fighters, "Sanno Rengokai", the captivating "White Rascals", the sinister Oya Koukou high school, the ruthless "RUDE BOYS", and the vengeful "Daruma Gurentai". As these five gangs compete for supremacy, a mysterious faction called "MIGHTY WARRIORS" enters the scene, leaving everyone to wonder if they are friends or foes. The town's fate hangs in the balance as the rivalry intensifies.

Recommendation: High&Low: The Story of S.W.O.R.D. Season 2 similar to Never Say Never
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High&Low: The Story of S.W.O.R.D. Season 2(HiGH&LOW 〜THE STORY OF S.W.O.R.D.〜 Season2)

2016Japan
ActionBadass Male LeadBromanceCrimePhysically Strong Male LeadAntihero Male LeadGangMafiaMiniseriesMultiple MainsOrganized CrimeStreet FightYouth

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Badass Male Lead, Bromance, Crime, and Physically Strong Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

In the second season, the enigmatic group known as the Mighty Warriors, who were introduced in the final episode of the first season, begin to take action, causing turmoil among all the SWORD teams

Recommendation: City Hunter similar to Never Say Never
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City Hunter(시티헌터)

2011South Korea
ActionBadass Male LeadBromanceCrimeThrillerAdapted From A MangaCorruptionDeathHidden IdentityRevengeRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceSmart Male Lead

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Badass Male Lead, Bromance, Crime, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Lee Yoon Sung, a skilled graduate of MIT, serves on the international communications team at the Blue House

Recommendation: Express Boy similar to Never Say Never
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Express Boy(惡男宅急電)

2005Taiwan
ActionCrimeGangster Male LeadMysteryDramaFriendshipInvestigationStreet Fight

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Gangster Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 22% similarity match.

Express Boy offers delivery services for packages to any destination. Following his release from prison, Hu Tie-Nan made a conscious decision to leave his criminal background behind and establish a package delivery company known as "Express Boy." He has hired a team of individuals, much like himself, who are seeking a fresh start in life.

Recommendation: Yu Zui similar to Never Say Never
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Yu Zui(余罪)

2016China
ActionCrimeMysteryUndercover Agent Male LeadNovel AdaptationDramaInvestigationUnderworld

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

A police academy trainee named Yu Zui faces a difficult decision between personal survival and societal obligations after being chosen for a special mission. The gripping tale unfolds as he navigates life undercover in this adaptation of Chang Shu Xin's novel "Yu Zui."

Recommendation: Age of Legends similar to Never Say Never
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Age of Legends(橙红年代)

2018China
ActionBromanceCrimeFrenemyThrillerAmnesiaDeathFamily SecretFriends To LoversMurderRevengeRomanceSuspenseSworn Brothers

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Crime, Frenemy, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Liu Zi Guang comes back to his hometown after an 8-year absence, determined to live a righteous life. However, a clash with a troublesome tenant linked to a criminal syndicate leads to chaos, putting Uncle Guo, his mentor, in danger. Detective Hu Rong, known for her fiery personality and appearance, gets involved. Liu Zi Guang's former blood brother, Nie Wan Feng, now heads an international criminal organization, making them strong opponents. As they team up to uncover the group's illegal activities, their friendship deepens, but things get complicated when Hu Rong investigates Liu Zi Guang's enigmatic past and starts developing feelings for him.

Recommendation: The City of Chaos similar to Never Say Never
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The City of Chaos(悍城)

2018China
ActionBromanceCrimeMysteryThrillerFriendshipIllnessInvestigationMental IllnessPolice Department SettingPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Prison SettingSuspenseViolence

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

In order to combat the growing presence of global drug trafficking networks, a collaborative task force was established. Both sides are plagued by distrust and double-crossing, with prominent figures including a criminal with numerous aliases and a corrections officer.

Recommendation: The Big Bug similar to Never Say Never
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The Big Bug(继承者计划)

2018China
CrimeGangster Male LeadMysteryThrillerUndercover Agent Male LeadCasino Owner Supporting CharacterDetective Male LeadGangster Female LeadInvestigationLoan Shark Supporting CharacterMafiaPolice Officer Male LeadRomanceTriad

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Crime, Gangster Male Lead, Mystery, Thriller, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Hooligan Li Jin Shui wanders the streets throughout the year. By a strange twist of fate, he assumes the persona of Jin Ji Ji, the son of a mafia boss. However, Boss Jin falls unexpectedly ill, leading his eldest son Jin Ji Zai to plot against his younger brother Ji Ji in order to secure the inheritance. Fortunately, police officer Po Bu Wan intervenes to rescue Jin Shui, forging a friendship between them. Meanwhile, the Dong Shun Clan sees an opportunity to take control of the Jin family's business. Jin Shui then crosses paths with Ju Shan Xi, the daughter of the Dong Shun Clan's leader, and they fall in love.

Recommendation: The Lost Tomb 2 similar to Never Say Never
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The Lost Tomb 2(盗墓笔记2)

2019China
ActionBromanceMysteryPhysically Strong Male LeadThrillerNovel AdaptationAdventureFlashback To PastNice Male LeadSlight HorrorSmart Male LeadSupernaturalTomb RaidingTreasure Hunting

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Mystery, Physically Strong Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

The team of brave adventurers embark on a new journey to explore a tomb beneath the ocean. Inside an ancient ship from the Ming Dynasty, they encounter strange creatures and challenging obstacles. Wu Xie uncovers a mysterious copper fish inside a box obtained from the Seven Star Coffins of Lu Wang's Palace. Wu San Xing recalls a peculiar expedition to Paracel Islands a decade ago. Wu Xie leads a group to investigate a sunken vessel at the same location, facing hidden perils along the way.

Recommendation: Day Breaker similar to Never Say Never
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Day Breaker(暗夜行者)

2022China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerUndercover Agent Male LeadChild Supporting CharacterCriminal Supporting CharacterDrug TraffickingGun ViolenceIllegal BusinessInvestigationSuspenseUndercover Agent Female LeadUndercover Operation

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, Thriller, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

After staging his own death while working undercover, Luo Xiang, a former narcotics officer, resurfaces five years later under a new identity

Recommendation: Lives of Omission similar to Never Say Never
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Lives of Omission(潛行狙擊)

2011Hong Kong
ActionCrimeGangster Male LeadMysteryUndercover Agent Male LeadHidden IdentityInvestigationMafiaOrganized CrimePolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male LeadRomanceTriadUnderworld

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Gangster Male Lead, Mystery, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

After spending years undercover, Laughing goes silent and starts working in China, assisting in dismantling an illegal weapons ring. Upon his return to Hong Kong as a police officer, he is promoted to lead instructor at the Criminal Intelligence Bureau (CIB). Feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of police work, Laughing goes rogue and enlists gangster Michael So as his informant. They both manipulate each other for personal gain until Michael double-crosses Laughing in pursuit of advancing within the triad. In order to bring down the triad, Laughing resumes his undercover operations.

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Taxi Driver Season 3(모범택시 시즌3)

2025South Korea
ActionCrimeMysteryPhysically Strong Male LeadThrillerCEO Male LeadK-PopMafiaMultiple MainsPartially Filmed AbroadSkilled FighterTaxi Driver Male LeadTaxi SettingTeamwork

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, Physically Strong Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Former special forces agent Kim Do Gi faced a devastating tragedy with the murder of his mother. At his lowest point, he encountered Jang Seong Cheol, the head of Rainbow Taxi, a vigilante group disguised as a high-end taxi service. The “drivers” of Rainbow Taxi are actually covert operatives dedicated to delivering justice to criminals who have escaped punishment. However, as Rainbow Taxi's activities lead them into the realm of a loan shark syndicate, the team begins to realize they may be confronting their toughest challenge yet. They discover that this network is connected to a global human trafficking operation. Will the vigilantes be able to extend their efforts internationally and take down the sinister leaders of the ring?

Recommendation: Ouroboros similar to Never Say Never
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Ouroboros(ウロボロス この愛こそ、正義)

2015Japan
ActionBromanceCrimeMysteryThrillerAmnesiaHidden IdentityHidden PastInvestigationOrphan Male LeadRevengeSuspenseTraumaYakuza

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Ryuzaki Ikuo and Danno Tatsuya, who grew up as orphans at Mahoroba no Ie, experienced the murder of a staff member during their youth

Recommendation: Cruel City similar to Never Say Never
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Cruel City(무정도시)

2013South Korea
ActionBadass Male LeadBromanceCrimeThrillerDetective Male LeadFemale Chases Male FirstGangNoirOrphan Female LeadOrphan Male LeadRomanceSismanceSmart Male Lead

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Badass Male Lead, Bromance, Crime, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

It illustrates the harsh realities of drug cartels and a tale of vengeance for a lost loved one

Recommendation: The Veil similar to Never Say Never
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The Veil(검은 태양)

2021South Korea
ActionBadass Male LeadCrimeMysteryThrillerAgent Male LeadAntihero Male LeadEspionageGraphic ViolenceInvestigationNational Intelligence ServiceNice Female LeadSmart Male LeadSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Badass Male Lead, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

In this espionage drama, skilled NIS operative Ji Hyuk is on a mission to expose a double agent, revealing a more significant danger. Suffering from amnesia, he joins a small task force where he encounters Je Yi and the caring Seo Soo Yeon. As a team, they navigate through the organization's web of deception and peril.

Recommendation: The Worst of Evil similar to Never Say Never
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The Worst of Evil(최악의 악)

2023South Korea
ActionCrimeGangster Male LeadMysteryThriller1990sDrug Dealer Male LeadGangGraphic ViolenceInvestigationMarried Male LeadNoirSkilled FighterSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Gangster Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Taking place in Seoul during the 1990s, Park Jun Mu, a police officer from a rural area, embarks on an undercover mission to penetrate a drug syndicate responsible for distributing the potent new substance known as "Gangnam Crystal." Delving into the organization's inner workings, he discovers that his wife, detective Yoo Eui Jeong, is also entangled in the web of deceit and may have a concealed history with the leader of the cartel. Caught between his sense of duty and his affection for his wife, Park struggles to dismantle the criminal network while safeguarding his loved one. (

Recommendation: Evilive similar to Never Say Never
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Evilive(악인전기)

2023South Korea
ActionCrimeGangster Male LeadMysteryThrillerContract Employee Male LeadCriminal Male LeadCriminal OrganizationCruel Male LeadDramaEvil Male LeadHalf-brothers' RelationshipLawyer Male LeadVillain Male Lead

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Gangster Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Han Dong Su, a pragmatic attorney focusing on livelihood issues, selects a prisoner at random to represent, delving into the underworld of criminal activity. His stepbrother, Han Beom Jae, operates a used computer store and serves as a middleman for legal cases. Upon taking on a case concerning Seo Do Yeong, the second-in-command of a criminal syndicate, Dong Su undergoes a noticeable transformation. Seo, a one-time baseball star, exudes charm but conceals a vicious and unpredictable nature.

Recommendation: Gangnam B-Side similar to Never Say Never
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Gangnam B-Side(강남 비-사이드)

2024South Korea
ActionCrimeDrug UsageMysteryThrillerBroker Male LeadCorruptionDetective Male LeadHostess Female LeadMiniseriesPolice Officer Male LeadProsecutor Female LeadProstitutionWeb Series

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Drug Usage, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

In Gangnam, Seoul, a string of mysterious vanishings occur. Jae Hui, an employee at a popular bar in Gangnam, is privy to a secret related to the disappearances before she goes missing herself. Involved in the investigation are Detective Kang Dong U, who has recently returned to duty after being demoted, Gangnam renegade Yun Gil Ho, who has implicated himself as a suspect, and Prosecutor Min Seo Jin, who sees the case as a chance to advance her career. Each of them pursues the truth behind the disappearances for their own personal motivations.

Recommendation: Undercover High School similar to Never Say Never
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Undercover High School(언더커버하이스쿨)

2025South Korea
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerUndercover Agent Male LeadChildhood ConnectionComedyHidden IdentityInvestigationNational Intelligence ServiceRomanceSchool SettingTeacher Female LeadUndercover Operation

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, Thriller, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Jung Hae Seong, a skilled NIS operative at risk of being demoted, infiltrates Byeongmun High School in search of King Gojong's vanished gold bars. Disguised as a student, he crosses paths with O Su A, a temporary Korean history instructor aspiring to secure a permanent position. Their bond strengthens as Hae Seong exposes the school's sinister misconduct. Supported by allies, he initiates a battle against the influential entities involved.

Recommendation: The Outsiders Season 2 similar to Never Say Never
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The Outsiders Season 2(鬥魚II)

2004Taiwan
ActionCrimeGang Leader Male LeadGangster Male LeadThrillerNovel AdaptationCountryside SettingDeathDramaMurderPrison SettingRomanceSuspenseTriad

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Gang Leader Male Lead, Gangster Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Shan Zi's imprisonment for avenging Xiao Yan Zi's assault has had a profound impact on everyone's lives. Xiao Yan Zi, determined to shed her fragile image, rises to prominence within the triad organization. Meanwhile, Yu Hao grows weary of his dangerous lifestyle within the triads and longs for a peaceful existence in the countryside with Xiao Yan Zi. Despite his desire for a quiet life, Yu Hao is compelled by the triad leader to rejoin the criminal underworld.

Recommendation: My Beautiful Bride similar to Never Say Never
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My Beautiful Bride(아름다운 나의 신부)

2015South Korea
ActionCrimeGangster Supporting CharacterMysteryPhysically Strong Male LeadFamily RelationshipHardworking Male LeadHidden PersonalityPolice Officer Female LeadPolice Officer Male LeadRomanceSex IndustryUnconditional LoveUnderworld

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Gangster Supporting Character, Mystery, and Physically Strong Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Kim Do Hyung, a bank executive from an affluent background, has been in a relationship with Yoon Joo Young for two years. He proposes marriage to her, but Joo Young is conflicted and fearful that Do Hyung will uncover her troubled past. After deciding to accept his proposal, she suddenly vanishes without a trace. When Do Hyung reports her missing to the authorities, Officer Cha Yoon Mi is shocked to recognize Joo Young from her own past, yet she is unable to assist Do Hyung significantly. As Do Hyung begins to search for Joo Young independently, he is drawn into the dangerous underbelly of gangsters and loan sharks. The situation escalates when Song Hak Soo, the head of a criminal organization recently released from prison, is found dead, and Do Hyung unexpectedly becomes the primary suspect in both Hak Soo's murder and Joo Young's disappearance. With Yoon Mi and her partner Park Hyung Shik closing in on him, can Do Hyung locate Joo Young and exonerate himself?

Recommendation: The Good Detective similar to Never Say Never
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The Good Detective(모범형사)

2020South Korea
ActionBromanceCrimeMysteryThrillerCorruptionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMurderSlight RomanceSmart Male LeadSuspenseWrongfully Accused

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

When questions surface regarding a murder conviction from five years prior, a seasoned detective teams up with a talented rookie to uncover the hidden facts of the case. Kang Do Chang, a detective with 18 years of experience, apprehends a suspect named Lee Dae Chul, who is subsequently sentenced to death by the court. However, while examining the details of the case, Do Chang stumbles upon evidence that could exonerate Dae Chul. As the clock ticks and the growing evidence threatens to reveal the mistake, Do Chang finds himself torn between the pursuit of power and the quest for justice upon meeting Oh Ji Hyuk, a top-tier detective from the police department. These contrasting partners start collaborating on the investigation.

Recommendation: Head above Water similar to Never Say Never
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Head above Water(浮出水面)

2017China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerEspionageInvestigationNational SecuritySpy Male LeadSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Confidential research regarding the latest advancements in Bathyscaphe technology has been unlawfully taken

Recommendation: A World Without Thieves (2012) similar to Never Say Never
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A World Without Thieves (2012)(天下无贼)

2012China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerAdapted From A Short StoryInvestigationPsychologicalSuspenseThief Female Lead

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Based on Zhao Ben Fu's short story "A World Without Thieves" ( ).

Recommendation: Under Cover (2017) similar to Never Say Never
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Under Cover (2017)(卧底归来)

2017China
ActionCrimeMysteryUndercover Agent Male LeadDramaInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male LeadSlight Romance

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

Bao Yu, a police officer, goes undercover as a member of Jin Fei's drug operation. Through befriending Tian Jing's daughter, Tang Guo, Bao Yu gains the opportunity to work closely with the influential drug lord. Alongside his undercover partner and love interest Guan Xiao Zhi, police chief Fang Qing Long, and anti-narcotics team leader Lian Zhong, Bao Yu has a strong support system in his fight against the drug cartel.

Recommendation: Fist Fight similar to Never Say Never
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Fist Fight(兄弟)

2018Hong Kong
ActionBromanceMysteryThrillerConspiracyFriendshipInvestigationMartial ArtsSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Cheung Fei Fan, Ha Tin Hang, and Ho Tit Nam are siblings who were separated for a long time due to financial difficulties during their childhood

Recommendation: The Hiddens similar to Never Say Never
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The Hiddens(隱世者們)

2016Hong Kong
ActionCrimeThrillerSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Hailing from various regions in Asia, each member of the team possesses unique skills as undercover agents and has completed challenging missions like extending the life of a deceased individual by a week and acquiring valuable artifacts from the Vatican. As interpersonal conflicts arise unexpectedly, the team's hidden pasts are brought to light.

Recommendation: The Punishment similar to Never Say Never
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The Punishment(罚罪 第二季)

2025China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerCriminal Male LeadInvestigationNovel AdaptationPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

In the swiftly evolving city of Hanzhou, Officer Qin Feng and his close companion Liu Tian Ye confront perilous criminals while wrestling with profound ethical dilemmas and the intricate relationships involving family, authority, and justice. Adapted from the book "Ying Xiong Jian Shi" (英雄简史) by Shu Zhong Min (舒中民).

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Iron Grandma Season 2(アイアングランマ2)

2018Japan
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerComedyEspionageInvestigationMiniseriesSpy Female LeadSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Special operatives known as Salt and Sugar have returned to duty

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Past Days of Shanghai(像火花像蝴蝶)

2013China
ActionCrimeThrillerRomanceSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

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Great Rescue(生死大营救)

2011China
ActionCrimeThrillerDramaSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

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Undercover 2(卧底2)

2017China
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

This follow-up installment details the disruption of the golden triangle pattern, the dramatic reversal orchestrated by powerful drug lords, and the intense struggle of undercover agents Jian Dong Ha and Lu Zhi as they face the threat of their true identities being revealed

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Chosen Season 3(杀无赦III)

2018China
ActionCrimeThrillerMiniseriesSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

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Never Say Goodbye(不说再见)

2021China
ActionCrimeUndercover Agent Male LeadOrganized CrimeSlight Romance

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, and Undercover Agent Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Three years ago, police officer Liu Yuan Wen received inaccurate information which led to the tragic deaths of his fiancée, Rong Yu, and his friend, Rong Yao, who was also his future brother-in-law and a member of the drug task force. Devastated by these events, Liu Yuan Wen decided to resign from his position and cut off all communication. Fast forward to the present, Rong Yao has been promoted to lead the task force and is tasked with supporting the undercover operative in Group K, a drug cartel run by Mr. Ou. It is revealed that the undercover agent, Mu Qing, is actually Liu Yuan Wen, and now they must collaborate to bring the criminals to justice. (cfensi)

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Code: M Code Name Mirage(CODE:M コードネームミラージュ)

2017Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Japan lacks an official intelligence agency, making it a target for criminal organizations both foreign and domestic. To address this issue, a secretive unit known as K13 was formed within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Operating under the leadership of a skilled agent named Mirage, K13 is tasked with tackling violent crimes and handling sensitive cases that cannot be resolved through conventional means. As discussions arise about establishing a FBI-like agency in Japan to enhance law enforcement capabilities, K13 becomes entangled in a complex conspiracy that threatens to expose its clandestine operations.

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Not a Murder Story(非殺人小說)

2024Taiwan
CrimeMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Dong, a hopeful actor who is presented with a rare chance for stardom, wakes up next to a deceased woman named Meng. With no recollection of the previous night, Dong is determined to overcome this obstacle. He cleans the area and stages it to look like a failed robbery, inadvertently leaving behind evidence. As the police investigate the crime scene, it becomes clear that all the tenants in the building are harboring secrets. Identifying the cause of Meng's death proves challenging, as each person appears to have a possible motive for the murder.

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Red Poppy(红罂粟)

2004China
CrimeMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

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Butterfly Shadow (2023)(蝶影)

2023China
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraEspionageHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationSpy Male LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

In November of 1937, Shanghai was seized by the Japanese army under the command of Wei Da Hong and Lin Qiu Yan. The clandestine party organization transitioned to covert operations. By 1941, a covert operation known as the "Popular Beauty Plan" was initiated by the Japanese army in Shanghai. This plan aimed to disrupt China's financial market using counterfeit currency and to exploit China's valuable cultural artifacts. Wei Da Hong and Lin Qiu Yan led the party's covert action group, which encountered Tang Twenty-three, a rotund man, a slender monkey, and other young individuals along the way.

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OCTB(反黑)

2017Hong Kong
ActionCrimeGangster Male LeadThrillerFather-Son RelationshipMafiaOrganized CrimePolice CorruptionSocial IssuesSuspenseTriadUnderworld

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Gangster Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Ex-detective Chen Feng Xian is reluctantly drawn back into the criminal world to carry out a final task. After dismantling a crime ring, Chen Feng Xian has been confined to office work for the past eight years. He encounters old acquaintances, both allies and enemies, in his latest assignment. Set three years prior to Hong Kong's handover to China, the Triads are scheming a major operation.

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White War(战毒)

2020Hong Kong
ActionCrimeMysteryThrillerDrug TraffickingInvestigationMafiaOrganized CrimePolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseTriad

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Ching Tin, Wai Chun Hin, and Hui Sau Ping had a strong bond growing up and decided to join the HK Police Force together, focusing on fighting drug crimes. After successfully taking down a major drug operation, Ching Tin and Sau Ping are shocked to see that Chun Hin, who had been working undercover, has changed. Sau Ping is framed by a criminal gang, leading him to reluctantly team up with the now corrupted Chun Hin out of anger. Meanwhile, the drug trade in Southeast Asia escalates as a new group of drug traffickers rise to power, leading to conflicts between Chun Hin and Thai drug lords. The trio of friends are faced with moral dilemmas and their loyalty is tested as they navigate through a world filled with greed and deceit.

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No Room for Crime(反黑英雄)

2024Hong Kong
ActionCrimeGangster Supporting CharacterMysteryDramaGangInvestigationPolice Officer Male LeadPolice Officer Supporting CharacterRevengeRomanceWeb Series

Like Never Say Never, this drama also features Action, Crime, Gangster Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 18% similarity match.

Following the tragic death of his mentor Sergeant Shu Ge during a robbery in 2019, his colleague Ah Xu An is deeply affected but remains determined to excel as a police officer. Fast forward five years, he joins forces with the anti-mafia inspector Peng Yin Qi to combat drug trafficking and uphold justice in society. In the meantime, his former teammate Ah Can, who has lost his motivation, is reassigned to an investigative unit. Another former partner, Ah Xi An, decides to leave the police force and join a gang. Fate brings Ah Xu An face to face with Chen Zu Yao, one of the criminals involved in the Zhu Bao heist from five years ago. How will Ah Xu An seek retribution against those responsible for his mentor's death?