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Ouroboros(ウロボロス この愛こそ、正義)

2015Japan
ActionAmnesiaBromanceCrimeHidden IdentityHidden PastInvestigationMysteryOrphan Male LeadRevengeSuspenseThrillerTraumaYakuza

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

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Recommendation: Infernal Affairs Season 3 similar to Ouroboros
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Infernal Affairs Season 3(無間道3)

2017China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: No Way for Stumer similar to Ouroboros
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No Way for Stumer(伪钞者之末路)

2019China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% 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: Infernal Affairs Season 2 similar to Ouroboros
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Infernal Affairs Season 2(无间道2)

2017China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Boundary (2019) similar to Ouroboros
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The Boundary (2019)(边境线之冷焰)

2019China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerUndercover Operation

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% 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: Kill It similar to Ouroboros
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Kill It(킬잇)

2019South Korea
ActionHidden IdentityHidden PastInvestigationMysteryOrphan Male LeadSuspenseThrillerBadass Male LeadCalm Male LeadDramaMurderSkilled KillerSlight Romance

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Hidden Identity, Hidden Past, Investigation, Mystery, Orphan Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Will a former assassin turned vet and a detective manage to find commonality? Kim Soo Hyun is a veterinarian who also operates as a skilled assassin, receiving lucrative offers from various individuals and groups

Recommendation: Awaken similar to Ouroboros
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Awaken(낮과 밤)

2020South Korea
AmnesiaCrimeHidden IdentityHidden PastMysteryOrphan Male LeadThrillerTraumaBoss-Employee RelationshipEccentric Male LeadFantasyHot-tempered Female LeadPsychologyTeamwork

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Amnesia, Crime, Hidden Identity, Hidden Past, Mystery, Orphan Male Lead, Thriller, and Trauma themes with a 40% similarity match.

Almost thirty years after a small community was rocked by a series of enigmatic occurrences, new events arise, reviving long-buried memories

Recommendation: L.U.C.A.: The Beginning similar to Ouroboros
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L.U.C.A.: The Beginning(루카: 더 비기닝)

2021South Korea
ActionAmnesiaHidden IdentityHidden PastInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerCultDetermined Female LeadHuman ExperimentationManhuntMurderSci-Fi

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Amnesia, Hidden Identity, Hidden Past, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Ji Oh, a secretive individual with hidden feelings and an enigmatic ability, finds himself being chased by unidentified individuals as he delves into his past. Gu Reum, a resolute detective whose parents disappeared during her childhood, tirelessly seeks the truth behind their vanishing. The course of her life takes a turn upon encountering Ji Oh.

Recommendation: Undercover 2 similar to Ouroboros
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Undercover 2(卧底2)

2017China
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% 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

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

2017Japan
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% 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.

Recommendation: Not a Murder Story similar to Ouroboros
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Not a Murder Story(非殺人小說)

2024Taiwan
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% 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.

Recommendation: Red Poppy similar to Ouroboros
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Red Poppy(红罂粟)

2004China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Head above Water similar to Ouroboros
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Head above Water(浮出水面)

2017China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerEspionageNational SecuritySpy Male Lead

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: A World Without Thieves (2012) similar to Ouroboros
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A World Without Thieves (2012)(天下无贼)

2012China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAdapted From A Short StoryPsychologicalThief Female Lead

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Fist Fight similar to Ouroboros
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Fist Fight(兄弟)

2018Hong Kong
ActionBromanceInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerConspiracyFriendshipMartial Arts

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% 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 Resurrected similar to Ouroboros
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The Resurrected(回魂計)

2025Taiwan
CrimeInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerDramaFraudKidnapping

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Set in the imaginary city of Benkha, The Resurrected follows two mothers brought together by their mutual hatred as they seek vengeance for their daughters entangled in a case of fraud and abduction. With the assistance of a mysterious goddess, they bring back to life the deceased mastermind behind the fraud to exact their punishment. However, even after inflicting severe suffering, their rage remains insatiable. As hidden truths come to light, their partnership is challenged, compelling them to face the boundaries of justice and their own ethical beliefs.

Recommendation: Duel similar to Ouroboros
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Duel(듀얼)

2017South Korea
AmnesiaBromanceInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerFather-Daughter RelationshipGood Twin-Evil TwinHuman ExperimentationKidnappingMurderSci-Fi

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Amnesia, Bromance, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Jang Deuk Cheon, a tough detective whose daughter has been abducted, embarks on a challenging quest to unravel the enigma surrounding his circumstances and rescue his child before time runs out. He sets out to track down the perpetrator with the only lead he possesses: two men sharing identical features were present at the scene of the crime. (HanCinema, Naver)

Recommendation: The Lost Temple similar to Ouroboros
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The Lost Temple(失踪的上清寺)

2010China
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerTreasure Hunting

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Age of Legends similar to Ouroboros
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Age of Legends(橙红年代)

2018China
ActionAmnesiaBromanceCrimeRevengeSuspenseThrillerDeathFamily SecretFrenemyFriends To LoversMurderRomanceSworn Brothers

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Amnesia, Bromance, Crime, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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 Forgotten Day similar to Ouroboros
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The Forgotten Day(失憶24小時)

2021Hong Kong
ActionAmnesiaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyHostage SituationKidnappingSitcom

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Amnesia, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Refrigerator repairman Wu Yao Zhong and decorator Meng Yi Yan develop an uncertain connection following a kidnapping that results in Yi Yan losing his memory and his wife disappearing with part of the ransom money

Recommendation: The City of Chaos similar to Ouroboros
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The City of Chaos(悍城)

2018China
ActionBromanceCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerFriendshipIllnessMental IllnessPolice Department SettingPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Prison SettingViolence

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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: Fan Zui Xian Yi Ren similar to Ouroboros
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Fan Zui Xian Yi Ren(犯罪嫌疑人)

2005China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Male Lead

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

During a mission, Wu Dong, an officer from the Criminal Investigation Department, happened to apprehend the main culprit of a major drug syndicate

Recommendation: Brave Wuju similar to Ouroboros
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Brave Wuju(勇者无惧)

2022China
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

To uncover the truth behind his former colleague's death, border police officer Wu Ju embarks on a dangerous mission as an undercover agent in a high-stakes anti-drug operation. Wu Ju teams up with Qi Tian, the son of a notorious drug lord, to seek vengeance for his fallen comrade. Together, they evade a relentless pursuer and discover that a mysterious figure known as "Doctor" is the true mastermind behind the criminal network. As Wu Ju infiltrates "Doctor's" inner circle, he must outwit both ruthless drug traffickers and unsuspecting police detective An Ning. Through bravery and cunning, Wu Ju confronts formidable adversaries and faces personal challenges until he can ultimately dismantle the drug cartel.

Recommendation: Day and Night Season 2 similar to Ouroboros
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Day and Night Season 2(白夜破晓)

2024China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around twin siblings, Guan Hong Feng and Guan Hong Yu, who find themselves entangled in a tragic family murder. They join forces with various parties to uncover the truth behind the 213 family massacre and triumph over the criminal organization lurking in the shadows.

Recommendation: The Abyss similar to Ouroboros
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The Abyss(灭罪)

2025China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

After experiencing the killing of his father and the vanishing of his mother, Ning Zhen finds himself entangled in a dangerous puzzle once again when the mysterious symbol "Abyss" reemerges. With the past intersecting with the present, two different eras must reveal the reality to prevent a tragic recurrence.

Recommendation: In the Storm similar to Ouroboros
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In the Storm(黑金風暴)

2022Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

In Hong Kong, Senior Inspector Wai Jing Sheng and ICAC Senior Investigation Director Ho Wai Lin join forces to uncover corruption among prominent members of society. Despite not being close allies, they must work together using their intellect to uncover the truth before time runs out. As the situation escalates, Jing Sheng finds himself falsely accused of a crime and must evade killers who are pursuing him.

Recommendation: Anonymous Signal similar to Ouroboros
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Anonymous Signal(奪命提示)

2025Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerSci-Fi

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kwok Pak Fei, Keung Hei Man, and Lau Lik, who were once close friends, come together again many years following a failed mission that resulted in a heartbreaking loss and their separation. Their reunion is prompted by a brutal murder case linked to an illegal trafficking network, compelling them to collaborate once more. During their investigation, enigmatic messages surface containing clues about the crimes, suggesting knowledge of events yet to come. The trio decides to establish a specialized task force, ASIB, in order to decrypt these messages and unravel the perplexing case.

Recommendation: Kurosagi similar to Ouroboros
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Kurosagi(クロサギ)

2006Japan
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerAdapted From A MangaAntihero Male LeadDetective Supporting CharacterDifficult ChildhoodMean Male LeadSlight RomanceSwindler Male Lead

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kurosaki, also known as Kurosagi, is a criminal who specifically targets other criminals. He scams money from them and then redistributes it to their victims, never keeping any for himself. After his father was framed by a criminal and attempted a family suicide, Kurosagi saved his father but tragically lost the rest of his family. The mastermind behind his father's downfall was Toshio Katsuragi, the leader of all criminals. Despite this, Kurosagi still obtains information from Toshio in order to apprehend other criminals. Can our society ever be rid of criminals? (TBS) Based on the manga "Kurosagi" written by Natsuhara Takeshi and illustrated by Kuromaru.

Recommendation: A Life for a Life similar to Ouroboros
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A Life for a Life(借命而生)

2025China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerCyber Security

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

During the 1980s, Du Xiang Dong, the top student at the police academy, was reluctantly placed in charge of a detention center. Following the escape of two suspects, one perished while the other managed to flee. Tormented by guilt, Du Xiang Dong hastily resigned from his position. Over the next two decades, he engaged in a battle of wits with the escaped suspect, Xu Wen Geng, each leading their own distinct lives and navigating the changing times through a strategic showdown.

Recommendation: The Quiz Show similar to Ouroboros
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The Quiz Show(ザ・クイズショウ)

2008Japan
AmnesiaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerDeathEccentric Male LeadGamePsychological

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Amnesia, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The television series "The Quiz Show" showcases troubled individuals over twelve episodes, all connected by the mysterious dynamic between the unconventional Producer and enigmatic Host. Each episode begins with the Producer and Host in a dim psychiatric facility - the Producer appearing composed and resilient, while the Host appears frail and suffering from amnesia. This eerie introduction transitions into the surreal game show set of "The Quiz Show". Every week, a new participant arrives to compete on the show, unaware that a dark secret from their past will be examined throughout the game. Each contestant embodies one of the Seven Deadly Sins - pride, gluttony, wrath, greed, sloth, lust, and envy - concealing their true nature behind a sinful act they have committed. As the Host poses seven questions to the contestants, they are gradually compelled to disclose the details of their transgressions. Will they succumb to the pressure and deceive, or will the truth about their unforgivable deeds ultimately liberate them?

Recommendation: Marks no Yama similar to Ouroboros
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Marks no Yama(マークスの山)

2010Japan
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerAbuse Of PowerNovel AdaptationCalm Male LeadFlashback To PastMountain ClimbingMountain SettingTime Skip

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Two decades ago, a young boy was rescued following the tragic deaths of his parents in the mountains. Recently discharged from a psychiatric facility, he shares with his girlfriend about a sinister shadow looming over the mountains. In the midst of this, a murder takes place in Tokyo, prompting Assistant Inspector Goda Yuichiro to launch an investigation. As a second murder occurs, this time targeting a Ministry of Justice official, suspicions of a serial killer arise. Despite being ordered to stop the investigation, Goda feels compelled to dig deeper and track down the killer known as Marks. Concurrently, a journalist's probe into a corrupt construction tycoon and an unsolved mountain murder from thirteen years ago become intertwined with the case.

Recommendation: Double Track Puzzle similar to Ouroboros
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Double Track Puzzle(黑白局)

2025China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Zhan Peng's father served as a railway policeman and was posthumously recognized as a martyr for his selfless service many years prior. Inspired by this legacy, Zhan Peng always dreamed of following his father’s path and working at the same station where his father had served. However, upon his arrival in Xiaotong to start his duties, he quickly realized that the circumstances were much more intricate than he had anticipated. Initially, he felt distrustful towards Tu Hong Jiang, a seasoned police officer he met. Zhan Peng became cautious of Tu Hong Jiang's questionable behavior during the investigation of a drug trafficking case. Yet, as time went on, Tu Hong Jiang demonstrated his integrity through his actions. As they collaborated on various cases, Zhan Peng began to respect Tu Hong Jiang, and eventually, they united their efforts to capture the mastermind behind the criminal activities.

Recommendation: The Punishment similar to Ouroboros
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The Punishment(罚罪 第二季)

2025China
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerCriminal Male LeadNovel AdaptationPolice Officer Male LeadWeb Series

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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).

Recommendation: Tantei no Tantei similar to Ouroboros
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Tantei no Tantei(探偵の探偵)

2015Japan
ActionInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadIllnessMental Illness

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

An exciting, fast-paced detective mystery featuring the intelligent and stylish investigator, Sasaki Rena. She is the only detective employed by the medium-sized Suma Research Agency. Driven by the tragic loss of her sister at the hands of a stalker, Rena is determined to uncover and bring to justice corrupt detectives. Seeking vengeance for her sister's death, she relentlessly pursues the investigator responsible.

Recommendation: Iron Grandma Season 2 similar to Ouroboros
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Iron Grandma Season 2(アイアングランマ2)

2018Japan
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyEspionageMiniseriesSpy Female Lead

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Special operatives known as Salt and Sugar have returned to duty

Recommendation: Kei×Yaku: Abunai Aibou similar to Ouroboros
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Kei×Yaku: Abunai Aibou(ケイ×ヤク -あぶない相棒-)

2022Japan
ActionBromanceInvestigationMysteryOrphan Male LeadThrillerYakuzaAdapted From A MangaBisexual Male LeadDetective Male LeadDramaFlashback To PastInvestigator Male LeadMafia

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Investigation, Mystery, Orphan Male Lead, Thriller, and Yakuza themes with a 33% similarity match.

Three years ago, the mysterious disappearance known as the Joker Case remained unsolved and was eventually closed. A resurgence of interest in the case prompts a reexamination of the evidence. Investigator Kinoshita Ichiro, a member of the Public Security Bureau within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, is called upon to revisit the investigation. However, his new assignment involves infiltrating a gang led by the young and enigmatic Hanabusa Shiro, who has swiftly climbed the ranks to become the Wakagashira (young leading subordinate) within the yakuza group. As Ichiro delves deeper into his mission to get close to Shiro, he uncovers a startling revelation that leads to the creation of a fake lover's contract between them. Their covert operation sets off a chain of events that is bound to have far-reaching consequences for both the country and their own fates.

Recommendation: House of Ninjas similar to Ouroboros
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House of Ninjas(忍びの家 House of Ninjas)

2024Japan
ActionHidden IdentityHidden PastMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipClanFamilyNinja Male LeadSlight RomanceSword-fight

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Hidden Identity, Hidden Past, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Taking place in contemporary Japan, the narrative revolves around the Tawara household, the final remaining group of ninjas. Having strayed from their traditional practices following a previous event, the family is now faced with a monumental challenge - the most significant crisis in Japanese history that has the potential to deeply impact the nation.

Recommendation: MOZU Season 2: Maboroshi no Tsubasa similar to Ouroboros
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MOZU Season 2: Maboroshi no Tsubasa(MOZU Season 2 ~幻の翼)

2014Japan
ActionCrimeInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDeathDramaEspionageMiniseriesMurderSkilled Killer

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Revenge can be a risky driving force. Mozu, a professional killer, comes back to Japan posing as a spy from North Korea in order to seek vengeance. Kuraki Naotake, Osugi Ryota, and Akeboshi Misa join forces once more to probe into a political plot aimed at concealing a massacre at a hospital. The connection between the lethal assassin and this case remains a mystery.

Recommendation: My Name similar to Ouroboros
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My Name(마이 네임)

2021South Korea
ActionCrimeHidden IdentityMysteryRevengeThrillerTraumaBadass Female LeadCriminal OrganizationDeathDouble IdentityGangMurderNoir

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Crime, Hidden Identity, Mystery, Revenge, Thriller, and Trauma themes with a 33% similarity match.

Following the tragic death of her father, Yoon Ji Woo embarks on a quest for vengeance by joining the police force at the behest of Choi Moo Jin, a prominent figure in the drug trade. Tasked with going undercover, she teams up with by-the-book detective Jeon Pil Do, as Drug Investigation Unit leader Cha Gi Ho sets his sights on Choi Moo Jin. Amidst the intricate network of crime and deceit, Choi Moo Jin's loyal follower Jung Tae Joo and vengeful ex-gang member Do Gang Jae further complicate the situation.

Recommendation: Voice Season 4: Judgment Hour similar to Ouroboros
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Voice Season 4: Judgment Hour(보이스4: 심판의 시간)

2021South Korea
ActionHidden IdentityInvestigationMysteryOrphan Male LeadSuspenseThrillerEnhanced HearingPerfectionist Male LeadPsychologicalSmart Female LeadSmart Male LeadStalkingSupernatural

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Hidden Identity, Investigation, Mystery, Orphan Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

A murderer with heightened sense of hearing, resembling Kang Gwon Ju, begins killing people by utilizing this ability. As a result, Kang Gwon Ju is pushed into a difficult situation and decides to collaborate with Detective Derek Jo in order to apprehend the serial killer. Derek Jo, a principled individual who does not tolerate errors, serves as a team leader within the LAPD (Los Angeles Police Department) specializing in combating criminal organizations. Meanwhile, Gwon Ju has been dealing with PTSD following the passing of Do Gang Wu, yet she continues to fulfill her responsibilities as the head of the emergency 112 call center.

Recommendation: Revenge of Others similar to Ouroboros
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Revenge of Others(3인칭 복수)

2022South Korea
ActionAmnesiaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerDeath Of A BrotherDeath Of A TwinDramaMultiple MainsSchool BullyingSkilled FighterSlight Romance

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Amnesia, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

After her twin brother, Park Won Seok, dies at school, Ok Chan Mi is skeptical that it was a suicide. She decides to enroll at her brother's school, Yongtan High, where she encounters Ji Soo Heon, a witness to her brother's death. Meanwhile, a mysterious figure known as the "hero" emerges at Yongtan High, seeking justice for bullied students. Chan Mi suspects a connection between this hero and her brother's death, prompting her to search for the truth.

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Tracer Season 2(트레이서 시즌 2)

2022South Korea
ActionInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerConfident Male LeadCorruptionDramaMiniseries

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Dong Joo is still on the path to uncover the truth about his father's death. Tae Joon is now leading the NTS with great ambition. Dong Joo discovers a connection between Tae Joon and his father's demise and strives to gather more proof. Meanwhile, Bureau Five remains focused on cracking down on tax evasion, secret funds, and corrupt dealings among high-ranking government figures. Will Dong Joo and his team be able to successfully complete their mission?

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The Good Detective(모범형사)

2020South Korea
ActionBromanceCrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerCorruptionDetective Male LeadDramaMurderSlight RomanceSmart Male LeadWrongfully Accused

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Bromance, Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% 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.

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Black Ice(黑冰)

2001China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

In Haizhou, there have been numerous severe cases where suspects have been apprehended by Liu Mei, who serves as the general manager of Haizhou Building under Haizhou Pharmaceutical Group. Wang Jing Wen, an expert in public security aesthetics, joined the group company as a representative for Hong Kong investors to assist in the investigation. Dr. Guo Xiao Peng, the successful and well-known president of the group, quickly met with Wang Jing Wen, sparking a reaction from his longtime lover Liu Mei who had harbored hostility towards him.

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Flower Is Not Flower(花非花)

2002China
InvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerMelodrama

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

This narrative follows the experiences of a young woman named Xiang Qing, who was sexually assaulted by her stepfather

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Xue Se Can Yang(血色残阳)

2005China
InvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerFake IdentityRomance

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

When Mr. Tao was scheduled to come back home following six years of conducting business in Shanghai, the sole individual present was Yi Ping, a woman who identified herself as his fifth concubine. She was on the verge of revealing the secrets related to the historic well situated in the Tao family's estate's backyard.

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Aibo Season 13(相棒 season13)

2014Japan
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male Lead

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

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Aibo Season 5(相棒 season5)

2006Japan
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male Lead

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita within the Metropolitan Police Department, is often underestimated in terms of its significance. This team, comparable to The Odd Couple in Japan, tackles perplexing cases using unconventional and innovative methods.

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Man in the Mist(雾中系铃人)

2023China
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigator Male LeadWeb Series

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

The notorious criminal known as "Flying Eagle" made a sudden appearance in Linjiang City, employing clever tactics to evade capture by law enforcement agencies. Tasked with investigating the case was Lu Jiang, a young expert in criminal investigations. The Pan and Xu families, longstanding rivals in Linjiang, were involved in the conflict. Pan Yue Yang, Lu Jiang's uncle, had always hoped for Lu Jiang to marry his adopted daughter, Su Pan. As business and criminal activities intertwined, Lu Jiang found himself caught in the middle and forced to make a decision.

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Brutally Young(十八年後的終極告白)

2020Hong Kong
CrimeInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathMurder

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Nearly two decades ago, a group of seven teenagers from the same neighborhood got into a heated argument with a villager named Kai Sze, resulting in a tragic death. In a panic, they decided to bury the body and keep the incident a secret. As time passed, they all moved on with their lives, only for the truth to resurface when Kai Sze's body was found. Inspector Yuen Lai Ken took on the case and began unraveling the mystery, revealing shocking connections along the way. With pressure mounting, the teenagers faced a difficult choice: confess to their crime or continue living with the burden of their secret. As relationships became entangled and the true culprit lurked in the shadows, the group found themselves at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take.

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Aibo(相棒)

2002Japan
ActionInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male Lead

Like Ouroboros, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Tokumei Gakari, also known as the Special Mission Task Team, holds a less significant status within the Metropolitan Police Department. Referred to as the "specialists in handling oversized garbage," this team is overseen by Ukyo Sugishita. Ukyo has gained the nickname "the guardian of human resources" due to the belief that those who work under him tend to depart from the team. However, there is a darker reason behind this moniker. Upon Ukyo's arrival at the department with a secret mission, all of his subordinates met mysterious deaths. Despite efforts to conceal the truth, Ukyo teams up with his partner Kaoru Kameyama, a passionate and straightforward individual, to uncover the real stories behind the cases they face.