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Orange Marmalade(오렌지 마말레이드)

2015South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonDramaFirst LoveFlashback To PastHidden IdentityHigh SchoolHistoricalInterspecies RomanceLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstMusicRomanceSupernaturalYouth

Set in a fictional realm where humans and vampires live side by side, the vampires have adapted and no longer depend on human blood for sustenance. Nevertheless, they continue to face fear and prejudice from society, leading many to conceal their true identities and blend in as "ordinary" citizens, while others find themselves ostracized. Baek Ma Ri is a reclusive teenage girl who conceals her vampiric nature. After being driven from various neighborhoods, she is eager to establish a new life in her current city and enjoy a peaceful existence. However, her life takes a turn when she develops feelings for Jung Jae Min, the most popular boy in her high school.

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Recommendation: Love Alarm similar to Orange Marmalade
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Love Alarm(좋아하면 울리는)

2019South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonDramaFirst LoveLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRomanceYouthBromanceComedyHeartbreakRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanSuicideTrauma

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Drama, First Love, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The application Love Alarm is designed to alert users when someone within a 10-meter radius has feelings for them, though it keeps the identity of that person a secret

Recommendation: True Beauty similar to Orange Marmalade
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True Beauty(여신강림)

2020South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonDramaHidden IdentityHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthBeauty StandardsComedyMakeoverNice Female LeadPopular Male LeadSecret CrushTransformation

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Drama, Hidden Identity, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

"True Beauty" is a romantic comedy centered around a high school student, Lim Ju Gyeong, who achieves fame for her beauty after learning the art of makeup through YouTube tutorials. Her makeup expertise transforms her into a stunning figure, yet she would be mortified to show her natural face to anyone. The story follows her romantic journey with Lee Su Ho, the only boy who has seen her without makeup. Lee Su Ho is an attractive young man who initially seems distant due to his troubled history, but he is genuinely kind-hearted. As they connect, they share their innermost secrets and fall in love, but can Su Ho help Ju Gyeong discover her true beauty? (Wikipedia)

Recommendation: First Love It's You similar to Orange Marmalade
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First Love It's You(初恋是CV大神)

2021China
DramaFirst LoveHidden IdentityLove TriangleRomanceYouthCheerful Female LeadJealous Male LeadJealousyLifeMeet AgainPossessive Male LeadShort Length Series

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Hidden Identity, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

During her best friend Ye Tao Tao's birthday celebration, Ruan Zhi, a well-known voiceover artist, unexpectedly ran into Qi Zhan, her former crush from university. Although memories of her first love resurfaced, she realized that Qi Zhan had changed significantly. Fate brought them together for an awkward evening, and things took an unexpected turn when they returned to work and Qi Zhan, who knew nothing about voiceovers, became her boss. They made a wager that if Ruan Zhi could gain 100,000 fans in a month, she could start her own studio and leave Qi Zhan behind. With the support of her friends Ye Tao Tao, Mo Ru Yu, Shan Zhi, and Li Lan Gong Zi, a secret plan for a live online concert began to take shape. As Ruan Zhi and Qi Zhan navigated their daily interactions, old feelings resurfaced, leading to a resolution of past misunderstandings and a rekindling of their romance. However, a larger scheme involving lies and truths started to unfold, leaving them to question their future at the crossroads of love.

Recommendation: Light on Me similar to Orange Marmalade
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Light on Me(새빛남고 학생회)

2021South Korea
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthAll-Boys SchoolAwkward Male LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+Nice Male LeadSchool ClubSecret Crush

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Tae Kyung, an 18-year-old student, has always been a loner. However, he decides to change that by expressing a desire to make new friends to one of his teachers. The teacher suggests joining the school's student council as a way to meet new people. Tae Kyung agrees, but finds it challenging to connect with others. He meets Shin Woo, the Vice President of the council, who is aloof towards him. On the other hand, he also encounters Da On, the attractive President of the council, who seems to show interest in him. As a potential romance blooms between Da On and Tae Kyung, Shin Woo seems disapproving. Adding to the complexity, Da On's jealous female friend, who has feelings for Da On, tries to come between them.

Recommendation: The Sweet Blood similar to Orange Marmalade
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The Sweet Blood(달달한 그놈)

2021South Korea
Hidden IdentityHigh SchoolInterspecies RomanceRomanceSupernaturalYouthBloodNice Male LeadReverse-HaremShort Length SeriesVampire Female LeadVampire FictionWeb Series

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Hidden Identity, High School, Interspecies Romance, Romance, Supernatural, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Yeon Seo, a unique individual born to a human mother and a vampire father, is a 118-year-old half-vampire longing for a normal human life. Despite possessing natural beauty and a range of vampire abilities, Yeon Seo chooses to live among people her own age to blend in. This decision presents her with the challenge of graduating from high school. Struggling to suppress her vampire instincts, Yeon Seo strives to fit in at school, which has generally been manageable. However, when her classmate Song Meo Roo's blood attracts the attention of vampires and werewolves, Yeon Seo faces a more complex situation. Determined to protect Meo Roo from his pursuers, Yeon Seo finds herself drawn to his blood. Caught between her family responsibilities and her own desires, Yeon Seo battles an internal conflict. Will she be able to embrace her humanity and resist the allure of Meo Roo's blood, or will her vampire side prevail in the end?

Recommendation: Love Alarm Season 2 similar to Orange Marmalade
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Love Alarm Season 2(좋아하면 울리는 2)

2021South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonDramaFirst LoveLove TriangleRomanceYouthCollege To Working LifeDating AppEccentric Male LeadHardworking Female LeadMisunderstandingRich Male LeadSexual Harassment

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Drama, First Love, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

In search of undeniable confirmation of her emotions, Kim Jo Jo decides to remove the barrier and have the application notify her true love. (Netflix)

Recommendation: Meow Meow Boss similar to Orange Marmalade
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Meow Meow Boss(我的老闆是隻貓)

2021Taiwan
Flashback To PastHidden IdentityInterspecies RomanceMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSupernaturalBoss-Employee RelationshipCatComedyFantasyMiniseriesShapeshifter Male LeadShort Length Series

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Flashback To Past, Hidden Identity, Interspecies Romance, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 29% similarity match.

Lei Hao Yang, a cat spirit, finds it amusing how humans consider themselves the most intelligent beings on Earth. Despite his disdain for human foolishness, Lei acknowledges Jiang Ke Qi as the one human he owes a debt of gratitude to. In return for saving his life in the past, Lei has established a company in secret to ensure her financial stability. As he prepares to pass on his role as boss to Jiang Ke Qi, Lei realizes that he has unexpectedly developed feelings of affection towards humans, a sentiment he once vehemently rejected.

Recommendation: Accompany You Ups and Downs similar to Orange Marmalade
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Accompany You Ups and Downs(愿有人陪你颠沛流离)

2017China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceSupernaturalYouthComedyGhost-seeing Male LeadReincarnationUnrequited Love

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, Romance, Supernatural, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

He Tan, a college student facing the possibility of leaving school, finds himself smitten with the popular Wang Dan Sui. Determined to win her over, he boldly declares in front of his peers that he will graduate with top honors and then ask her out. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he begins to see ghosts and befriends seven spirits of various ages, personalities, and appearances that haunt the campus. Initially disruptive, these ghosts eventually become his companions.

Recommendation: The Emergence of First Love similar to Orange Marmalade
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The Emergence of First Love(出线了,初恋)

2019China
DramaFirst LoveLove TriangleRomanceYouthDrawingFilmed AbroadSoccerSports

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

A tale of first love centers around a young woman seeking a creative outlet who crosses paths with a man whose aspirations were thwarted. Hua Xi Xi is a girl who loves manhua with a unique imagination and a passion for drawing. Huo Ziang is a talented soccer player whose dreams were shattered due to an injury. Despite initially disliking each other, their relationship flourished as they pursued their aspirations. Through supporting Huo Ziang, Hua Xi Xi also helped mend the rift between Huo Ziang and his friend Sun Xiu Jie. Entangled in a love triangle, the trio grapples with the complexities of friendship and love.

Recommendation: Rule the World similar to Orange Marmalade
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Rule the World(独步天下)

2017China
DramaHidden IdentityHistoricalLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRomanceDeathHaremHuang TaijiPoliticalPolygamyPower StruggleReverse-HaremSecret Relationship

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Hidden Identity, Historical, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Describes the love story between Dong Ge and Huang Tai Ji. Dong Ge, hailed as the most exquisite woman in Later Jin (Jurchen), was born with a prophecy stating she could either usher in prosperity or chaos to the world.

Recommendation: Beauties in the Closet similar to Orange Marmalade
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Beauties in the Closet(柜中美人)

2018China
DramaHistoricalInterspecies RomanceLove TriangleRomanceSupernaturalNovel AdaptationComedyFantasyHaremMartial ArtsNice Female LeadNice Male LeadWuxia

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Historical, Interspecies Romance, Love Triangle, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

During his reign, the current ruler neglects his responsibilities and spends his time socializing with women and engaging in late-night fox hunting. This leads to a conflict with the Fox Clan, who are angered by the declining fox population and innocent deaths. In retaliation, the Fox Clan steals a special pearl known for its powers of enhancing beauty and strength. The pearl is later taken by two sisters who infiltrate the Palace disguised as dancers with a mission to assassinate the Emperor. However, before they can carry out their plan, the Emperor is suddenly killed, and Wen Zong ascends to the throne.

Recommendation: Dreaming Back to the Qing Dynasty similar to Orange Marmalade
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Dreaming Back to the Qing Dynasty(梦回)

2019China
DramaHistoricalLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSupernaturalNovel AdaptationFight For The ThroneNice Male LeadPower StruggleQing DynastySibling RivalryTime TravelTransmigration

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Historical, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

Xiao Wei, an aspiring architect, is transported back in time to the Qing Dynasty after coming into possession of a lantern from the Forbidden City. In this era, she crosses paths with the 13th Prince, who had visions of her from the future and quickly falls for her. Despite their reunion in the past, Xiao Wei is unable to recognize him and embarks on a quest to find her true love. Along the way, she encounters other princes and becomes entangled in the political machinations of Emperor Kang Xi's court. As allegiances waver, the challenge of making the right decisions becomes a constant struggle. This story is adapted from Jin Zi's novel "A Dream Back to the Qing Dynasty."

Recommendation: Moment at Eighteen similar to Orange Marmalade
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Moment at Eighteen(열여덟의 순간)

2019South Korea
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthComedyComing Of AgeHardworking Male LeadLifeMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadSchool RivalryShy Male Lead

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Transfer student Jun Woo enters the school burdened by a troubled past, having faced expulsion due to his involvement in bullying

Recommendation: Unrequited Love similar to Orange Marmalade
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Unrequited Love(暗恋橘生淮南)

2021China
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthHigh School To Working LifeLifeMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesTime SkipUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb Series

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Childhood companions Luo Zhi and Sheng Huai Nan were once inseparable, but as they aged, their connection waned

Recommendation: Binary Love similar to Orange Marmalade
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Binary Love(二进制恋爱)

2022China
DramaFirst LoveFlashback To PastMale Chases Female FirstRomanceYouthCampus SettingChildhood CrushChildhood Friends RelationshipCollege To Working LifeComedyFriends To LoversFriendshipUnrequited Love

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Flashback To Past, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Zhou Lin Lin is a student with strengths in certain subjects and weaknesses in others. With the help of Fang Yu Ke, a top student with straight A's, Lin Lin follows a detailed study plan that not only helps her catch up but also secures her a spot at the best university in the country. Once school begins, Zhou Lin Lin finds herself in a complicated situation involving a promising tennis player named Wen Tao and Xie Duan Xi, a close friend of Fang Yu Ke. She also develops a close bond with her dorm mates Zhu Li and Wang Jie. With the support of Xie Duan Xi, Wang Yu, Lao Ding, and others, it seems that Fang Yu Ke's pursuit of love has finally come to a successful conclusion. However, Zhou Lin Lin and Fang Yu Ke face numerous challenges along the way. Despite the obstacles, their love remains unwavering from start to finish.

Recommendation: Hanazakari no Kimitachi e similar to Orange Marmalade
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Hanazakari no Kimitachi e(花ざかりの君たちへ ~イケメン♂パラダイス~)

2007Japan
DramaHidden IdentityHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthAdapted From A MangaAll-Boys SchoolBromanceComedyCross-DressingFemale Chases Male FirstFriendshipReverse-Harem

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Hidden Identity, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

This comedic story follows the mayhem, challenges, and camaraderie at a boys' boarding school when a girl disguises herself as a boy and enrolls. Ashiya Mizuki returns to Japan from California, where she grew up, and falls for Sano Izumi, a former high jump star who has given up on the sport. Determined to see him return to his passion, she decides to attend the same high school in disguise! Sporting a new haircut, a flattened chest, and a deeper voice, she moves into Sano's room.

Recommendation: Love Revolution similar to Orange Marmalade
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Love Revolution(연애혁명)

2020South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonDramaHigh SchoolMale Chases Female FirstRomanceYouthCheerful Male LeadClingy Male LeadComedyLove At First SightMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadOpposites AttractWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Drama, High School, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Gong Ju Young, a 17-year-old student in high school, believes he has discovered love when he first lays eyes on Wang Ja Rim. However, capturing her affection will not be straightforward. Wang Ja Rim is known for her distant and indifferent demeanor, and initially, she appears completely unfazed by Gong Ju Young's bold gestures of love. Nevertheless, Gong Ju Young is determined and believes that perseverance is essential. Gradually, Wang Ja Rim begins to warm up to him. Gong Ju Young’s lifelong friend, Lee Kyung Woo, has been by his side since elementary school. Will he assist Gong Ju Young in winning over Wang Ja Rim, or will he prove to be an obstacle? Additionally, could Wang Ja Rim’s close friends, such as the well-liked Oh Ah Ram, influence the budding romance between the two? (Viki)

Recommendation: Himitsu no Ai-chan similar to Orange Marmalade
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Himitsu no Ai-chan(ヒミツのアイちゃん)

2021Japan
DramaFirst LoveHidden IdentityHigh SchoolRomanceYouthAdapted From A MangaComedyLove PentagonNaive Female LeadPopular Male LeadSecretStudent Female LeadTomboy Female Lead

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Hidden Identity, High School, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kasumi "Ai" Aiko is a sporty, boyish girl who is a key member of the basketball team at her school. She is well-liked by the girls and is able to outperform the boys' team, except for one player named Amano Reo, who is equally skilled and popular. Feeling envious of his popularity, Ai declares him as her rival and they have a daily competition to see who receives more love letters, which she always loses. Ai's brother hires her to work at his maid cafe called "Spica" due to a shortage of staff. Despite not fitting the typical image of a maid, she undergoes a transformation with a wig and makeup. One day, Reo visits the cafe with his teammates, causing Ai to panic and accidentally spill drinks on him while trying to avoid being recognized. As she cleans up the mess, Reo surprises her by asking her out on a date. Ai decides to seek revenge by making him fall for her and then breaking his heart. (

Recommendation: Twenty Years Old similar to Orange Marmalade
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Twenty Years Old(스무살)

2014South Korea
DramaFirst LoveMale Chases Female FirstMusicRomanceYouthHeartbreakIdol Male LeadMiniseriesNice Female LeadNice Male LeadSecond Chance RomanceSecret RelationshipStudent Female Lead

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Male Chases Female First, Music, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Two individuals in their twenties, Kim Hye Rim and Lee Ki Kwang, who were classmates in middle school, unexpectedly reunite years later, with one being a college student and the other a member of a well-known idol group. Lee Ki Kwang, part of a popular idol ensemble, finds himself falling for Kim Hye Rim, his former schoolmate who has never been in a relationship. As they navigate their feelings, the pair strives to keep their romance hidden from everyone around them.

Recommendation: Who Are You: School 2015 similar to Orange Marmalade
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Who Are You: School 2015(후아유: 학교 2015)

2015South Korea
DramaHidden IdentityHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthAmnesiaIdentity SwapMysteryOrphan Female LeadSchool BullyingTearjerkerTraumaUnrequited Love

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Hidden Identity, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Sekang High School stands as the top private high school in the Gangnam District of Seoul, where Go Eun Byul enjoys immense popularity. In contrast, her identical twin, Lee Eun Bi, resides in an orphanage and faces bullying at her school. One day, Eun Byul vanishes under mysterious circumstances. Shortly thereafter, Eun Bi experiences memory loss and is mistaken for Eun Byul. Consequently, Eun Bi begins to navigate her life as Eun Byul.

Recommendation: The Universe’s Star similar to Orange Marmalade
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The Universe’s Star(우주의 별이)

2017South Korea
DramaFirst LoveInterspecies RomanceMusicRomanceSupernaturalFan Female LeadFemale Chases Male FirstGrim Reaper Female LeadIdol Male LeadInnocent Female LeadRich Male LeadSinger Male LeadWeb Series

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Interspecies Romance, Music, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

Byul is a female Grim Reaper tasked with escorting souls to the afterlife

Recommendation: Best Mistake similar to Orange Marmalade
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Best Mistake(일진에게 찍혔을 때)

2019South Korea
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthCharacter DevelopmentComedyFluffyFriendshipNice Male LeadShort Length SeriesSmart Female LeadWeb Series

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

In an effort to persuade an old acquaintance to stop bothering her, Kim Yeon Do posts a picture of an unfamiliar guy, asserting that he is her boyfriend. Unbeknownst to her, the image she selected features the rebellious student Ji Hyun Ho. As she spends more time with him to rectify the situation, she discovers that individuals have much deeper layers than she initially perceives.

Recommendation: Replay: The Moment When It Starts Again similar to Orange Marmalade
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Replay: The Moment When It Starts Again(리플레이: 다시 시작되는 순간)

2021South Korea
DramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleMusicRomanceYouthFriendshipJealousyMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsNice Female LeadNice Male LeadUnrequited LoveWeb Series

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Music, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

As graduation approaches, a group of high school students comes together to start a band. However, their musical harmony is soon disrupted by romantic entanglements. Yoo Ha Young, the lead singer known for her popular YouTube cover songs, desires to showcase her original music. Yet, both her close friend and guitarist, Lee Ji Hoon, and the older keyboardist Gong Chan Young develop feelings for her. Meanwhile, the bassist Lim Seo Eun and drummer Shim Tae Young also discover a mutual attraction between them.

Recommendation: The Forbidden Marriage similar to Orange Marmalade
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The Forbidden Marriage(금혼령, 조선 혼인 금지령)

2022South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonFlashback To PastHidden IdentityHistoricalLove TriangleRomanceComedyFraudHistorical FictionJoseon DynastyKidnappingKing Male LeadMysterySwindler Female Lead

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Flashback To Past, Hidden Identity, Historical, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

King Lee Heon of Joseon has mourned the loss of his wife for seven years, rejecting all attempts to find him a new spouse. This led to the issuance of the geumhonryung decree prohibiting unmarried women from marrying. In the midst of public disapproval, a woman named Ye So Rang, who claimed to have contact with the spirit of the late queen, caught the king's attention. After being caught for her deception, Ye So Rang feigned possession by the queen's spirit to avoid punishment. Her charade continued as she was brought before the king, pretending to communicate with his deceased wife in order to survive, spinning a web of lies.

Recommendation: Dream High similar to Orange Marmalade
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Dream High(드림하이)

2011South Korea
DramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleMusicRomanceYouthCharacter DevelopmentCohabitationComedyFriends To LoversFriendshipMultiple MainsSchool BullyingWeight Loss

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Music, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Moon Embracing the Sun similar to Orange Marmalade
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Moon Embracing the Sun(해를 품은 달)

2012South Korea
First LoveHidden IdentityHistoricalMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSupernaturalAmnesiaBlack MagicBrother-Sister RelationshipJoseon DynastyLovers SeparatedPoliticalPower StruggleTime Skip

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features First Love, Hidden Identity, Historical, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

Thirteen-year-old Heo Yeon U, the daughter of a high-ranking official, encounters Crown Prince Yi Hwon during a celebration for her brother’s civil service exam, and they fall in love

Recommendation: Love in the Moonlight similar to Orange Marmalade
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Love in the Moonlight(구르미 그린 달빛)

2016South Korea
DramaFirst LoveHidden IdentityHistoricalMale Chases Female FirstRomanceBromanceComedyCross-DressingForbidden LoveJoseon DynastyLovers SeparatedOpposites AttractRoyalty

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Hidden Identity, Historical, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

In order to safeguard herself and her family, Hong Ra On takes on the guise of a man and provides dating advice to men. After she pens a love letter for one of her clients, she encounters Crown Prince Hyo Myung. Neither Ra On nor Hyo Myung realizes the true identity of the other; she is unaware that he is the Crown Prince, and he does not know that she is a woman. Shortly thereafter, Ra On is compelled to become a eunuch by loan sharks, leading to a mutual attraction between her and the Crown Prince. As Ra On struggles to navigate life in the palace and Hyo Myung embarks on his path to kingship, will their romance flourish?

Recommendation: The King in Love similar to Orange Marmalade
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The King in Love(왕은 사랑한다)

2017South Korea
DramaFirst LoveHistoricalLove TriangleRomanceYouthBromanceChungseonFriendshipGoryeo DynastyPoliticalPrinceSmart Male LeadUnrequited Love

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Historical, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Wang Won is the son of the king of Goryeo and the daughter of the Yuan emperor serves as his mother. He possesses numerous gifts, including striking looks, the cunning wisdom of a serpent, and a captivating charm that attracts others. However, beneath his kind and noble exterior lies a desire to expand his dominion. His loyal companion, Rin, a royal cousin, shares similar aspirations. One day, Wang Won encounters a young woman named San, who he remembers meeting in his childhood and who has lingered in his thoughts ever since. Observing San's brightness and self-assurance, he forms a friendship with her. Yet, this bond sows the seeds of impending tragedy, as both Won and Rin find themselves enchanted by San's beauty, causing their once-strong friendship to begin to unravel over her. (MBC America)

Recommendation: Remember, Hari similar to Orange Marmalade
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Remember, Hari(기억, 하리)

2018South Korea
Flashback To PastHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceSupernaturalYouthGhostHorrorInvestigationMysterySchool SettingShy Male LeadSuspenseWarm Female Lead

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Flashback To Past, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, Supernatural, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds in a high school setting where Hari goes to school alongside her friends, Ka Eun and Hyun Woo. Whispers are spreading among the students about Park Joo Min, who is rumored to be haunted by a ghost. While Hari doubts these claims, bizarre occurrences begin to take place within the school. A boy named Kang Lim appears, asserting that he and Hari share a friendship. Who is this enigmatic figure, and is there any truth to the rumors?

Recommendation: Granting You a Dreamlike Life similar to Orange Marmalade
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Granting You a Dreamlike Life(许你浮生若梦)

2018China
DramaFirst LoveHistoricalLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRomanceBadass Male LeadEditor Female LeadFriends To LoversHardworking Male LeadNice Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanUnrequited LoveWar

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Historical, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Lin Jing Yun, an American of Chinese descent who works as a food critic, embarks on a journey to Shanghai in order to explore her cultural roots

Recommendation: Hana Yori Dango similar to Orange Marmalade
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Hana Yori Dango(花より男子)

2005Japan
DramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRomanceYouthAdapted From A MangaAttempted RapeBromanceComedyInchoate CrimeReverse-HaremRich Man-Poor WomanSchool Bullying

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Makino Tsukushi is the sole underprivileged student at Eitoku Gakuen, a prestigious school catering to the wealthy elite. The school is under the control of the F4, a quartet of affluent young men: Domyoji Tsukasa, the influential heir to the Domyoji World Finance Group; Hanazawa Rui, a reserved scion of a major corporation; Nishikado Sojiro, a charming heir to a traditional tea school; and Mimasaka Akira, a mysterious figure with ties to the underworld. Any student who crosses the F4 faces harsh bullying and expulsion. Makino strives to blend in and avoid trouble, but her life takes a turn when she defends a friend from Domyoji's aggression. As a result, she becomes a target of the F4 and is subjected to their torment. Despite the challenges, Makino refuses to back down and challenges the F4, earning her the nickname "tough weed." Her defiance catches the attention of her crush, Hanazawa Rui, and surprisingly, sparks romantic feelings in her main adversary, Domyoji Tsukasa.

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

2007Japan
DramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRomanceYouthAdapted From A MangaArranged MarriageComedyEmotionally Strong Female LeadFriendshipLovers SeparatedReverse-HaremRich Man-Poor Woman

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

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

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Boys over Flowers(꽃보다 남자)

2009South Korea
DramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRomanceYouthAdapted From A MangaComedyDisapproving ParentMean Male LeadPossessive Male LeadReverse-HaremRich Man-Poor WomanSchool Bullying

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Geum Jan Di hails from a low-income family that operates a dry-cleaning business. One day, she goes to Shinhwa High School, an elite institution for the affluent, where she intervenes to save a student attempting suicide due to harassment. As a result of her brave actions, Jan Di is awarded a swimming scholarship and begins her studies at the school. At Shinhwa High, she encounters the infamous F4, the most popular and influential group of boys in the institution, which includes Gu Jun Pyo, the F4's leader and heir to the Shinhwa Group; Yoon Ji Hu, the grandson of a former Korean president; So Yi Jung, a talented potter from a family that owns the largest art museum in the country; and Song Woo Bin, whose family operates the biggest construction firm nationwide. Initially, Jan Di's experience at school is quite unpleasant, as she struggles to fit in due to her background, and it worsens when she becomes the new target of bullying by the F4.

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King Maker: The Change of Destiny(바람과 구름과 비)

2020South Korea
DramaFlashback To PastHistoricalLove TriangleRomanceSupernaturalNovel AdaptationDeathFateJoseon DynastyPower StrugglePremonitionPsychometryRevenge

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Flashback To Past, Historical, Love Triangle, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

During the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), Choi Cheon Joong was renowned as the foremost fortuneteller and physiognomist in Korea, as well as an adept gambler and martial artist. He is cherished by the citizens of the nation and is a staunch patriot. However, he now confronts his greatest challenge as he resolves to dismantle the corrupt regime governing the country, aspiring to install a virtuous young prince from a lesser royal lineage in their stead. Choi believes this prince is the perfect candidate to ascend the Joseon throne. Additionally, he identifies the ideal royal consort for the new ruler—a modest girl from the streets. Choi Cheon Joong must harness all his talents to assist the couple in seizing power, with support from Princess Hwang Bong Ryun, a woman who also possesses remarkable fortune-telling abilities. As they embark on this bold endeavor, they begin to develop romantic feelings for each other... (Viki)

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Toki wo Kakeru Shoujo(時をかける少女)

2016Japan
DramaFirst LoveHidden IdentityHigh SchoolRomanceYouthNovel AdaptationBest Friends RelationshipFake IdentitySci-FiSecretStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Hidden Identity, High School, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Yoshiyama Mihane is a junior in high school who is part of the photography club. One day, as she prepares for summer vacation, she encounters a mysterious lavender fragrance in the science lab that grants her the ability to travel through time. Fukamachi Shohei, a fellow classmate, is actually a researcher from the year 2122 who is searching for a lost drug that allows him to return to his time period. In the meantime, Shohei uses hypnosis to blend in as a high school student. Despite their differences, Mihane and Shohei develop romantic feelings for each other over time.

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Pop Out Boy!(만찢남녀)

2020South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonDramaFirst LoveLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRomanceBest Friends RelationshipCohabitationComedyFantasyStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Drama, First Love, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Han Seon Nyeo fills her days with school, socializing with friends, enjoying comics, and fantasizing about her first love. The one aspect that distinguishes Seon Nyeo from countless other teenage girls is her striking resemblance to the main character of a romantic comic that gained popularity over ten years ago. Until now, she hadn’t paid much attention to this similarity, but her perspective shifts dramatically when she unexpectedly encounters the charming male lead of the comic, Cheon Nam Uk. Having literally emerged from the pages of the comic book, Nam Uk stands before Seon Nyeo in the real world. Shocked by the sudden manifestation of a fictional character, Seon Nyeo is left pondering how he arrived and, more crucially, how he will return. While she seeks clarity on these questions, Nam Uk dedicates himself to the sole goal of capturing Seon Nyeo's heart. Even though he is undeniably attractive, every time Nam Uk speaks, he utters the corniest lines. How can he possibly win over his leading lady when his words tend to make her cringe?

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Romance of Our Parents(父母爱情)

2014China
DramaFlashback To PastHistoricalRomanceLife

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In a naval military district located in Qingdao, the head of the Naval Artillery School, Cong, and his wife, Yang Tao, organized a social event for the officers to help them find suitable partners. Their main goal was to assist the senior officers in addressing their personal marriage concerns. One of the officers, Jiang De Fu, was highly respected by Principal Cong. Upon the recommendation of the couple, Jiang De Fu met a young and attractive woman named An Jie at the event, and they developed a strong affection for each other. Despite Jiang De Fu appearing older than his age, An Jie was not bothered by it at all. Due to An Jie's modest family background, Jiang De Fu provided continuous support to her and her family. Over time, An Jie realized that Jiang De Fu, despite his rugged appearance, was actually a charming and clever individual.

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Who's not Rebellious Youth(谁的青春不叛逆)

2019China
DramaHidden IdentityRomanceYouthAmnesia

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Hidden Identity, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Two brothers, raised in different environments, find their lives intertwined when they switch roles - one as a student and the other as a working professional who encounters office lady Tang Shi, leading to a series of unfortunate events. Lu Xiang and Lu Yin are siblings who were brought up separately by their grandmothers due to their parents' circumstances. While Lu Xiang struggles in college, Lu Yin returns as a successful executive from overseas. Unfamiliar with each other's lives, the brothers decide to swap identities briefly. However, a mishap leaves Lu Yin with amnesia, believing he is a physical education student. To save his brother's business, Lu Xiang poses as an executive while Lu Yin experiences the challenges and joys of college life. Despite facing numerous obstacles, Lu Xiang eventually finds love with Tang Shi from the Human Resources department.

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April Kiss(4월 키스)

2004South Korea
DramaFirst LoveLove TriangleRomanceMelodrama

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Chae Won is an enchanting woman with a remarkable talent for the arts. She specialized in sculpture during her college years and now imparts her knowledge at her own art academy. One of her most treasured possessions is a pair of paddy birds that were a gift from her boyfriend during middle school. Whenever Chae Won gazes at the birds, she is reminded of her youthful romance. However, she struggles to determine whether her emotions for Jeong Woo, her current boyfriend from a middle-class background, stem from genuine affection or merely nostalgia. What is certain, though, is that she is presently involved with a man named Kang Jae Sup. Yet, when Jeong Woo unexpectedly reappears, both men find themselves caught in a complex love triangle.

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Renai no Susume(恋愛のすゝめ)

2023Japan
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolRomanceYouthForbidden LoveMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

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Otori Keisuke is a student at a prestigious high school that enforces a strict environment focused solely on academics. The school prohibits all forms of entertainment, including romantic relationships. Any student caught dating will face expulsion. Despite this rule, Otori Keisuke meets a girl and experiences love for the first time. Determined not to abandon his newfound feelings, he challenges the school's policy on dating. Initially opposed by his friends at the school, they eventually come to admire his sincerity.

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My Fox Fairy Wife(我的狐仙老婆)

2017China
DramaInterspecies RomanceRomanceSupernaturalComedyImmortal

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After a female immortal trapped a cunning fox in his right hand, Liu Yi, a typical high school student, embarked on a remarkable adventure as an immortal cultivator. This story is inspired by the novel "My Fox Immortal Wife" written by author Ram de Night.

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The Legend of Yongle Emperor(英雄诀)

2019China
DramaHistoricalLove TriangleRomanceHistorical FictionMing Dynasty

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A tale of rivalry and romance unfolds between Jianwen Emperor Zhu Yun Wen and his uncle Zhu Di as they compete for power and the affections of the same woman. Despite his impressive abilities and bravery, Zhu Di was never able to become crown prince due to the rules of succession. When the crown prince unexpectedly dies, Zhu Yun Wen is named emperor by Zhu Yuan Zhang, creating a barrier for Zhu Di. Both men become enamored with Xu Miao Yun, setting the stage for her tragic dilemma of being torn between two rulers.

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Hanbun no Tsuki ga Noboru Sora(半分の月がのぼる空)

2006Japan
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolMale Chases Female FirstRomanceAdapted From A MangaIllnessMedicalMelodramaSchool SettingTerminal Illness

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

In the winter, Yuichi was hospitalized for hepatitis and would occasionally attempt to escape, only to be stopped by a nurse. One day, he met Rika, a girl his age in a neighboring building. Despite being initially drawn to her beauty, he discovered she was selfish. As he got to know her, he realized her behavior was due to a terminal illness, which made him develop feelings for her.

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Persevere, Goo Hae Ra(칠전팔기 구해라)

2015South Korea
Love TriangleMusicRomanceYouthFriends To LoversFriendship

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

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Once Again(원스어게인)

2020South Korea
DramaFirst LoveLove TriangleRomanceYouthBreak UpMiniseriesTravelingUnrequited LoveWarm Male LeadWeb Series

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Kim Hye Sung and his girlfriend, who have been together for six years, reflect on the cherished individuals they have overlooked and seek to rediscover the thrill they once felt. He is a thoughtful individual, characterized by his kindness and approachable demeanor. Struggling to manage his own well-being due to work commitments, he aspires to mend his bond with his first love.

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I Want to Become a Hard Persimmon(我要變成硬柿子)

2007Taiwan
DramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthFriendshipLifeMelodramaSchool BullyingSchool SettingSecond Chance Romance

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

From a young age, Ruan Shi Zhi has always been a target for bullies. Now, at 18, he is determined to leave his troubled past behind and start fresh. However, as soon as he enters his summer class, he is faced with a group of classmates he usually tries to avoid. Just as he considers leaving, a girl who seems to radiate kindness enters the room. He is instantly smitten with her and decides to toughen up in order to win her heart. To survive in this challenging environment, he knows he must change himself and overcome any obstacles in his way.

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Sun After the Rain(雨後驕陽)

2014Taiwan
DramaHistoricalLove TriangleRomanceBusiness IndustryMelodrama

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Historical, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

A shoe manufacturer in Taiwan will be caught in a dramatic feud within the industry due to the affection of Mu Dan, a young woman who sells vegetables at the local market. The company's master shoemaker, Huang Zheng Yi, has two apprentices - his son Huang Rong Can and an adopted son Liu Mu Cheng, whom he treats equally. However, when both brothers fall in love with Mu Dan, their relationship shatters and has long-lasting effects on the industry. The show originally aired with 80 episodes, each lasting 60 minutes. It was later rebroadcast with 40 episodes, each lasting 90 minutes.

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Nail Shop Paris(네일샵 파리스)

2013South Korea
DramaHidden IdentityLove TriangleRomanceSupernaturalComedyCross-DressingMiniseriesNail Technician Female LeadNail Technician Male LeadWriter Female Lead

Like Orange Marmalade, this drama also features Drama, Hidden Identity, Love Triangle, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Hong Yeo Joo is the author of a well-known online novel centered around a gumiho

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Ripening Orange(橘子红了)

2002China
DramaHistoricalLove TriangleRomanceFamilyMelodrama

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Due to her inability to conceive, Da Ma has always been neglected by her spouse, Rong Yao Hua. Upon discovering his passionate affair with Yan Hong, a courtesan, she takes matters into her own hands by projecting her desires onto Xiu He, a humble farmer's daughter who reminds Da Ma of her own youth. Da Ma arranges for Xiu He to become a concubine in the Rong family, hoping she will bear a child for them. However, Yao Hua's cousin Yao Hui ends up marrying Xiu He instead and falls in love with her.

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The Dragon Heroes(赤子乘龙)

2005China
HistoricalInterspecies RomanceRomanceSupernaturalDragonFantasy

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Once upon a time, dragons and humans were close companions who coexisted harmoniously. However, the human King turned against the Dragon King in a quest for power, resulting in a decree to eliminate all dragons. Despite this, Princess Shui Ling Long managed to evade this fate by being hidden inside a cocoon by her father, the Dragon King. Years later, a young performer named Yuan Bao accidentally freed Shui Ling Long from her captivity. Despite the temptation of a reward for capturing a dragon, Yuan Bao chose to help Shui Ling Long as she had once saved him. Unaware of the events that transpired during her captivity, Shui Ling Long embarks on a journey to find her dragon family and friends, eventually forming a bond with Prince Li Bin of the human tribe. Can peace be restored between dragons and humans once more?