Port of Lies - Asian drama recommendation
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Port of Lies(八尺門的辯護人)

2023Taiwan
Attorney Male LeadConspiracyCourtroom SettingDeath PenaltyDramaFisher Supporting CharacterInvestigationLanguagesLawMysteryPrejudiceTaiwanese AboriginesTranslator Female Lead

Indonesian migrant fisherman Abdul-Adl is accused of killing a fishing boat captain and his family. Indigenous public defender Bao Ju reluctantly agrees to defend him, with the help of ambitious legal aide Jin Ping and Indonesian nurse Leena. They uncover evidence implicating fishery owner Zhen Xiong, but face obstacles like witness tampering and judicial bias. Bao Ju seeks assistance from his former lover, Minister of Justice Ling Qiu, while Jin Ping and Leena develop a closer bond. Despite their efforts, they lose the case and the key witness disappears. Bao Ju rushes to prevent Abdul-Adl's execution, but Ling Qiu approves it. With time running out, Bao Ju must find a way to save his client.

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Recommendation: Legal High 2 similar to Port of Lies
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Legal High 2(リーガルハイ)

2013Japan
Attorney Male LeadCourtroom SettingDramaInvestigationLawMysteryAttorney Female LeadBusinessButler Supporting CharacterComedyCriminal Justice SystemEccentric Male LeadLaw Firm SettingWorkplace Setting

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Attorney Male Lead, Courtroom Setting, Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Former prosecutor Hanyu Haruki transitions to become a defense attorney, founding his own law firm named "NEXUS". Unlike his colleague Komikado Kensuke, who values winning above all else, Hanyu seeks resolutions that satisfy both parties in court. He also grapples with unresolved personal feelings for his coworker Mayuzumi Machiko.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 2 similar to Port of Lies
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 2(京都地検の女 2)

2005Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryMiniseriesProsecutor Female Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

The tale follows a female prosecutor who uses her instinctual wisdom as a homemaker to crack cases.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 3 similar to Port of Lies
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 3(京都地検の女 3)

2006Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryMiniseriesProsecutor Female Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative follows a female prosecutor who utilizes her innate common sense as a homemaker to solve crimes.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 4 similar to Port of Lies
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 4(京都地検の女 4)

2007Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryMiniseriesProsecutor Female Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

A female district attorney uses her intuition and common sense to solve criminal cases alongside a homemaker.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 5 similar to Port of Lies
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 5(京都地検の女 5)

2009Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryMiniseriesProsecutor Female Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

A female district attorney uses her natural intuition, similar to that of a homemaker, to unravel mysteries and solve crimes.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 7 similar to Port of Lies
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 7(京都地検の女 7)

2011Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryMiniseriesProsecutor Female Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 8 similar to Port of Lies
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 8(京都地検の女 8)

2012Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryMiniseriesProsecutor Female Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 9 similar to Port of Lies
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 9(京都地検の女 9)

2013Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryMiniseriesProsecutor Female Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

In the latest installment of the beloved drama series, viewers follow the journey of Tsurumaru Aya, a female public prosecutor in Kyoto. Aya demonstrates that a housewife's intuition can be a formidable tool in solving various cases. This season sees Aya's daughter Rin tying the knot and moving out, only to be replaced by Tomoko, Narimasu's daughter returning from the United States.

Recommendation: Monster (2024) similar to Port of Lies
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Monster (2024)(モンスター)

2024Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryFather-Daughter RelationshipLawyer Female LeadLawyer Supporting Character

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

After losing her mother at a young age, Kannami Ryoko has been living with her father. She displayed exceptional talent and gained vast knowledge from observing court trials, which helped her pass the bar exam during her third year of high school. When her father suddenly disappeared, Ryoko chose not to investigate and did not pursue a career in law. Instead, she lived independently until she serendipitously decided to become a lawyer and joined a law firm. Ryoko approaches each trial as a game, utilizing any means necessary to secure victory. Known for her unconventional tactics, she fearlessly confronts contemporary issues and devises unique solutions.

Recommendation: Rikon Bengoshi Spider Season 3: Yogisha Mikumo Asuka similar to Port of Lies
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Rikon Bengoshi Spider Season 3: Yogisha Mikumo Asuka(「離婚弁護士 スパイダー」シーズン3 ~容疑者 美雲飛鳥~)

2025Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryLawyer Female LeadMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

Accused of murder, Mikumo meets with her former spouse, lawyer Tatsuya Ichinose, in prison

Recommendation: My Lawyer, Mr. Jo 2: Crime and Punishment similar to Port of Lies
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My Lawyer, Mr. Jo 2: Crime and Punishment(동네 변호사 조들호2 : 죄와벌)

2019South Korea
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryAdapted From A WebtoonComedyLawyer Male Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative of Deul Ho unfolds, centering on a former prosecutor who has transitioned into a lawyer but is now jobless. Following a legal dispute, his license is temporarily suspended, prompting him to step away from the legal field in search of tranquility. Little does he know, peace will be elusive. This tale is inspired by the webtoon “Dongnebyunhosa Jodeulho / 동네변호사 조들호” created by Hatchling. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: City of the Sun (2015) similar to Port of Lies
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City of the Sun (2015)(태양의 도시)

2015South Korea
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryNovel AdaptationCorruptionMelodrama

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

Kang Tae Yang strives to uphold his values as he navigates the corruption present in the construction firm he is employed at, as well as the regulatory body that profits from this wrongdoing.

Recommendation: Prosecution Elite similar to Port of Lies
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Prosecution Elite(公诉)

2023China
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryBased On A True StoryProsecutor Female LeadProsecutor Male LeadProsecutor Supporting Character

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

An Ni, a standout student at a prestigious law school, has caught the eye of some of the nation's top legal organizations. Upon joining the Procuratorate, China's leading public prosecution agency, she is placed in a new department. The department heads believe that her fresh perspective as a newcomer will bring innovative ideas to the team. An Ni partners with police captain He Lu Yuan, who is perceived as distant, strict, and harsh by those who do not know him well. Together, they tackle intricate cybercrimes involving international criminal groups. As they work to bring these offenders to justice, they uncover clues pointing to a mysterious figure known as "Old A" orchestrating the crimes behind the scenes. This storyline is inspired by actual cases handled by the Chinese Supreme People's Procuratorate. (Viki)

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 6 similar to Port of Lies
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 6(京都地検の女 6)

2010Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryDeathMiniseriesMurderProsecutor Female Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kyoto's district prosecutor, Aya Tsurumaru, is celebrating her 50th birthday happily until her unexpected visitor, Keiko, her mother-in-law from Tokyo, arrives. Aya is known for her tough stance on violent criminals, but finds herself struggling to deal with Keiko's presence, feeling increasingly annoyed. Meanwhile, the body of Yasushi Iijima, a landscaper, is found dead under suspicious circumstances that suggest foul play rather than a natural accident. The investigation leads to Mineo Hayashi, a Japanese artist based in China, who catches Aya's attention during her visit to him when she notices his wet shoes.

Recommendation: Hero similar to Port of Lies
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Hero(히어로)

2009South Korea
ConspiracyDramaInvestigationMysteryActionComedyNews IndustryReporter Male Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Conspiracy, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around leading journalists in Korea and everyday citizens who challenge the elite's misuse of power. Jin Do Hyeok, a reporter for a sensational tabloid named Monday Seoul, resorts to any tactic necessary to secure a story. During an interview with Jo Yong Deok, the head of the Axe gang, Jo proposes the idea of starting their own newspaper. When introducing his former colleagues as potential recruits for this new venture, Do Hyeok exaggerates their qualifications. With his ex-colleagues on board, he successfully launches the Yongdeok Daily in partnership with Yong Deok. However, the newly recruited journalists quickly find themselves entangled in a vast conspiracy that threatens to destroy their lives. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: Seigi no Tenbin similar to Port of Lies
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Seigi no Tenbin(正義の天秤)

2021Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryNovel AdaptationGenius Male LeadLawyer Male LeadMiniseries

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kazuya Takano, a former surgeon turned lawyer, is known for his exceptional intelligence and logical reasoning skills. He is recruited by the Shidanzaka Law Office after the sudden passing of the firm's founder. The late founder's daughter, also a lawyer, enlists Kazuya's help in reviving the law office. Working alongside four other lawyers in room 1, they specialize in criminal cases. Each of the four lawyers comes from diverse backgrounds and possesses unique personalities. The team consists of the late founder's rookie daughter, a former NEET with an inferiority complex, a proud ex-judge, and a compassionate ex-detective.

Recommendation: Seigi no Tenbin Season 2 similar to Port of Lies
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Seigi no Tenbin Season 2(正義の天秤 season2)

2023Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryNovel AdaptationLawyer Male LeadMiniseriesSmart Male Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Taking place three months after the conclusion of the initial season of "Justice in a Balance," the story unfolds following the mysterious disappearance of Takano Kazuya from the Shidanzaka Law Office. Despite Saeki Mei's attempts to reach out to Takano Kazuya, he remains elusive. During this period, the lawyers in room 1 are confronted with challenging cases, such as Kiryu Miyuki's pursuit of a retrial for a case in which she previously served as the judge and delivered a guilty verdict.

Recommendation: Chinese Traditional Magic similar to Port of Lies
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Chinese Traditional Magic(大戲法)

2012China
DramaInvestigationMystery

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Recommendation: Blue Shield similar to Port of Lies
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Blue Shield(国家底线)

2016China
InvestigationLawMystery

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Recommendation: People's Prosecutor similar to Port of Lies
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People's Prosecutor(人民检察官)

2016China
InvestigationLawMystery

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Recommendation: YAOH - King of the Night similar to Port of Lies
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YAOH - King of the Night(夜王(やおう))

2006Japan
DramaInvestigationMystery

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Matoba Ryosuke transitions from his past life as a gang member to become a prominent figure in the host world, striving to achieve the top position within the club. (http://wiki.d-addicts.com)

Recommendation: Look Back in Anger similar to Port of Lies
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Look Back in Anger(성난 얼굴로 돌아보라)

2000South Korea
DramaInvestigationMystery

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Following the passing of his father, the oldest sibling, Dong Hoon, decides to become involved with a criminal organization. Meanwhile, his younger sister, Mi Na, frequently skips school. On the other hand, the youngest brother, Dong Jin, pursues a career as a detective. During a meal at a restaurant, Dong Hoon encounters a young woman named Jung Hee, and they quickly develop feelings for each other. Nevertheless, Dong Hoon eventually discovers that his significant other is the offspring of a competing underworld leader.

Recommendation: Black Lighthouse similar to Port of Lies
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Black Lighthouse(黑色灯塔)

2020China
Courtroom SettingDramaInvestigationLawMysteryCriminal Justice SystemIdentical Twin Female LeadJudge Supporting CharacterLawyer Supporting CharacterMurderProsecutor Male LeadProsecutor Supporting CharacterThrillerTwin Exchange

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Courtroom Setting, Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

The story revolves around a young court intern who discovers her passion for the legal system and eventually strives to become a judge to deliver justice. Qiao Nuo, a recent college graduate, stumbles upon an unexpected opportunity to intern at the city court. Despite initial doubts about her abilities due to her lack of experience, she witnesses the intense interactions between prosecutors and defense attorneys and gains a newfound respect for the profession. Motivated to excel as a judge, she receives guidance from the chief judge, Zuo Dong Hai, as she diligently works to gather evidence, gain experience, make friends, and even find love.

Recommendation: Checkmate similar to Port of Lies
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Checkmate(民国大侦探)

2022China
ConspiracyDramaInvestigationLawMysteryNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraDetective FictionDetective Male LeadHistoricalHistorical FictionLawyer Male LeadThrillerWeb Series

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Conspiracy, Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Si Tu Yan, a young lawyer from Beijing, was let go from his job for standing firm on his beliefs. While traveling to Harbin, he forms a bond with the wealthy and honest Luo Shao Chuan. Together, they tackle several cases, leading Si Tu Yan to become the most in-demand detective in Harbin. Their trio is completed by Zhou Mo Wan, a compassionate and brilliant woman they meet during an investigation. Collaborating, they unravel numerous mysteries in Harbin, working towards justice and change in the city.

Recommendation: The Attorney Is the Devil similar to Port of Lies
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The Attorney Is the Devil(悪魔の弁護人〜贖罪の素濟他奏鳴曲 (ソナタ)〜)

2019Japan
Attorney Male LeadDramaInvestigationLawMysteryNovel AdaptationCold Male LeadDeathDivorced ParentsFlashback To PastHidden IdentityMiniseriesMurderThriller

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Attorney Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Mikoshiba Reiji is a lawyer known for his ruthless tactics to secure victories. Kusakabe Yoko joins his office as a clerk and accidentally uncovers Mikoshiba's dark past involving a serious crime he committed as a child. This raises questions about the true nature of justice and the concept of atonement. (

Recommendation: Ichikei no Karasu similar to Port of Lies
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Ichikei no Karasu(イチケイのカラス)

2021Japan
Courtroom SettingDramaInvestigationLawMysteryAdapted From A MangaComedyCriminal Justice SystemEccentric Male LeadFalse ConfessionJudge Male LeadSlice Of LifeSmart Female LeadWrongfully Accused

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Courtroom Setting, Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Iruma Michio is a unconventional and fearless judge in the Tokyo District Court's primary criminal court. Previously a lawyer, he became a judge after being deeply involved in a significant case from his past. Iruma takes a hands-on approach to investigating crime scenes in order to ensure justice is served and the truth is revealed. Despite not fitting the traditional judge stereotype, he is respected and feared by both lawyers and prosecutors for his unbiased and thorough approach to each case. In contrast, Judge Sakama Chizuru is a by-the-book elite, having graduated from Tokyo University's Faculty of Law. She has been assigned to the first criminal court to improve its low closure rate, which is comparable to a company on the verge of bankruptcy. Chizuru values efficiency and accuracy in handling cases to maintain public order, leading her to clash with Iruma's unorthodox methods. However, when she learns that Iruma prioritizes treating each case as a person's life, she is left questioning the role of a judge beyond simply making a ruling.

Recommendation: Big Mouth similar to Port of Lies
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Big Mouth(빅마우스)

2022South Korea
ConspiracyDramaInvestigationLawMysteryBrave Female LeadDeathLawyer Male LeadMistaken IdentityMurderPrison SettingSuspenseThrillerWrongfully Accused

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Conspiracy, Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Park Chang Ho earned the nickname "Big Mouth" during his school years for his tendency to make grand promises without being able to deliver. Despite being a well-known lawyer, his track record for success is quite poor, leading to his hiring by a mayor based on his lack of competence. Unfortunately, he was falsely accused of being the elusive con artist "Big Mouse" and subsequently imprisoned. Ko Mi Ho, Park Chang Ho's devoted spouse who works as a nurse, possesses a strong-willed nature and is determined to prove her husband's innocence and assist in solving the mayor's case. Will Ko Mi Ho succeed in clearing her husband's name, or will her investigations uncover unexpected complications?

Recommendation: Dong Jae, the Good or the Bastard similar to Port of Lies
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Dong Jae, the Good or the Bastard(좋거나 나쁜 동재)

2024South Korea
Courtroom SettingDramaInvestigationLawMysteryComedyCorruptionCrimeMurderProsecutor Male LeadSatireSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Courtroom Setting, Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

Seo Dong Jae is a dedicated prosecutor at the Cheongju District Prosecutors Office who values success in his career. Despite his ambitious nature, he also shows warmth and compassion. However, his reputation as a corrupt prosecutor has dimmed his prospects in the field. When faced with challenges related to a redevelopment case, he gets involved in a murder case of a high school student. This leads him to navigate a delicate balance between his prosecutorial instincts and opportunistic tendencies.

Recommendation: Rikon Bengoshi Spider Season 2: Itsuwari to Uragiri Hen similar to Port of Lies
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Rikon Bengoshi Spider Season 2: Itsuwari to Uragiri Hen(「離婚弁護士 スパイダー」シーズン2〜偽りと裏切り編〜)

2024Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryDomestic ViolenceFraudInfidelityLawyer Female LeadMiniseries

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 22% similarity match.

Asuka was instructed to take corrective measures by Diet member Yanagisawa Ruri at the Bar Association

Recommendation: Kioku (2018) similar to Port of Lies
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Kioku (2018)(記憶)

2018Japan
DramaInvestigationLawMysteryAlzheimer's DiseaseFamilyIllnessLawyer Male LeadNeurological Disorder

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 22% similarity match.

In his fifties, Honjo Hidehisa, a thriving attorney, is diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. He struggles to retain important memories while constantly recalling painful ones, such as the tragic death of his son in a car accident, for which the responsible party remains unidentified. Honjo has avoided confronting his past, focusing solely on his career and neglecting his current family. However, as his memory deteriorates, he becomes determined to uncover the truth about his past and pursue one last important case.

Recommendation: The Most Familiar Stranger similar to Port of Lies
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The Most Familiar Stranger(最熟悉的陌生人)

2010China
DramaInvestigationMysteryWidower Male Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Following the passing of his spouse, Ding Han stumbles upon a significant secret that she had never revealed to him. As he delves deeper into unraveling this mystery, additional undisclosed truths and hidden secrets begin to surface...

Recommendation: Hidden Tiger similar to Port of Lies
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Hidden Tiger(臥虎)

2016China
DramaInvestigationMysteryCrime

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Identity of Father similar to Port of Lies
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The Identity of Father(父親的身份)

2016China
DramaInvestigationMysteryWar

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: Innocently Guilty similar to Port of Lies
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Innocently Guilty(法内情)

2002Hong Kong
InvestigationLawMysteryCrime

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Lin Tien En, a new attorney, is assigned to a high-profile murder case in Hong Kong that involves a prostitute. The case takes a turn when the accused, who was acquitted in the initial trial, commits another murder. Meanwhile, rumors begin to circulate that the prostitute is actually the lawyer's mother. In her desperation to uncover the truth about her mother, Tien En resorts to bribing a witness and faces consequences as a result.

Recommendation: Vigilante Force similar to Port of Lies
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Vigilante Force(智勇新警界)

2003Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysteryRomance

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: Missing You (2012) similar to Port of Lies
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Missing You (2012)(幸福摩天輪)

2012Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysteryFamily

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

A team specializing in Search & Rescue operations is dedicated to locating missing individuals during times of war, natural disasters, or relocations. The team consists of the cautious and doubtful Hong Yu Fung, the cheerful and dynamic Si Yik Him, the articulate Sin Kit Jing, and computer expert Yeung Chi Kei, all under the leadership of the composed and logical team leader, Lo Man Tik. As they embark on their missions, they not only find fulfillment in their work, but also undergo personal growth and self-discovery. Fung, the newest member, collaborated effectively with Him and followed the necessary protocols to avoid giving false hope to those in need. Despite developing feelings for each other, Him was already in a relationship with Ting Pung Chi, who believed in spreading happiness to others through her own joy.

Recommendation: Compete: Cartel Hunters similar to Port of Lies
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Compete: Cartel Hunters(競爭之合謀有罪)

2022Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Based on actual cases, the narratives in the series captivate viewers and raise awareness about relevant topics with their authentic storylines and characters. The focus of this show is on the members of the Investigation Team within the Commission, tackling a total of 4 different cases throughout the series.

Recommendation: Central Ikegami Police Season 2 similar to Port of Lies
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Central Ikegami Police Season 2(こちら本池上署)

2003Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

A surge of graffiti has been reported in the Hon-Ikegami station vicinity. Police chief Shiina is brainstorming solutions, but Maejima points out that the department is understaffed to effectively tackle the issue. Concurrently, a wave of car thefts plaguing the country reaches the Hon-Ikegami area. The newly appointed leader of the 2nd Division, Oyamada, is eager to swiftly resolve the crimes, a sentiment shared by the station's deputy Aoyagi. Despite this, Shiina takes it upon himself to personally investigate the graffiti incidents.

Recommendation: Rikon Bengoshi similar to Port of Lies
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Rikon Bengoshi(離婚弁護士)

2004Japan
InvestigationLawMysteryLawyer Female Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Takako Mamiya, a lawyer, leaves her prestigious law firm to open her own office. Despite facing opposition from her former firm, Takako hires a new team with unique backgrounds, including a college student, a girl hoping to meet a wealthy partner, a tough lawyer, and a paralegal without a bar exam pass. Reluctantly handling divorce cases with her inexperienced staff, Takako finds the work unfulfilling. However, through conflicts with her team and clients, Takako grows into a resilient and seasoned lawyer. "Divorce Lawyer" explores the challenges of navigating love and relationships within the legal system.

Recommendation: Central Ikegami Police Season 4 similar to Port of Lies
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Central Ikegami Police Season 4(こちら本池上署)

2004Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Based on Takamochi Gen's manga "Head of Police" ( ).

Recommendation: Central Ikegami Police Season 3 similar to Port of Lies
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Central Ikegami Police Season 3(こちら本池上署)

2004Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

This installment is the third in a series that vividly portrays human emotions and family bonds within the Central Ikegami Police Station. Station chief Shiina Keisuke and the rest of the team undergo life-changing experiences in this episode, including dealing with exam stress, witnessing graduations, facing promotions and transfers, and navigating love and marriage. By delving into the everyday aspects of their lives, this episode reveals their true humanity in a more profound manner. The addition of new team members adds to the bustling atmosphere, with crack detective Gondo Kaoru being one of the three new recruits, and publisher Motomiya Suzu frequently visiting the Shiina household as Keisuke's wife Eiko works towards publishing her picture book.

Recommendation: Central Ikegami Police Season 5 similar to Port of Lies
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Central Ikegami Police Season 5(こちら本池上署)

2005Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Based on the manga "Chief of Police" written by Takamochi Gen.

Recommendation: Shiro to Kuro (2008) similar to Port of Lies
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Shiro to Kuro (2008)(白と黒)

2008Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryRomance

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

This tale follows a woman caught between two brothers with different personalities. Kamuro Reiko receives a marriage proposal from Kiryu Shogo, a genuine and idealistic man. However, on the same day, she is involved in a car accident. In a daze, she witnesses Akimoto Kazuha, Shogo's childhood friend, fleeing the scene. Reiko survives the crash and is cared for by Kazuha, who shows her great affection. This leads Reiko to suspect a connection between Kazuha and Shogo. Soon, Shogo's younger brother Masato enters the picture. Unlike his brother, Masato lives a hedonistic life. Despite her feelings for her fiance, Reiko cannot resist the temptation to uncover the truth and finds herself drawn to Masato. --Fuji TV

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Sennyuu Tantei Tokage( 潜入探偵トカゲ )

2013Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Tokage possesses an exceptional memory and shares Sherlock Holmes' meticulous nature. Before transitioning to a private investigator, he served as a top detective in the Metropolitan Police Department. However, a tragic error resulting in the loss of his partner led him to resign and pursue a career in private investigation. Despite his strong commitment to justice and determination to combat crime, his distant demeanor and lack of trust make collaboration challenging. These traits likely stem from the trauma of losing his partner. The storyline follows Tokage and his assistant as they collaborate with the Metropolitan Police Department on covert operations to solve complex and long-standing cases.

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Hero Season 2(ヒーロー 第2期)

2014Japan
InvestigationLawMysteryProsecutor Male Lead

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Investigation, Law, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Kohei Kuryu serves as a prosecutor at the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's Josai branch. Setting himself apart from his colleagues, he approaches each new case by visiting the scene of the incident to observe firsthand. This distinctive approach has remained consistent throughout his 13-year career. Chika Asagi, an assistant officer at the prosecutor's office, is inspired by Kuryu's methods and experiences personal growth as a result.

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Maruho no Onna - Houken Hanzai Chousain(マルホの女~保険犯罪調査員~)

2014Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Kashiwagi Natsuko, a long-time resident of the United States, recently joined Adjust Research, an insurance investigation agency, as a new detective. Despite her scientific brilliance and considerable wealth, she often feels like she doesn't quite fit in with the highly logical Japanese society. In contrast, Tono Aki is a seasoned investigator at the same firm, hailing from the historic district of Tokyo and having a rough upbringing that has made her quite frugal. Despite her past as a troublemaker, she possesses exceptional memory and instincts. Together, Natsuko and Aki form an unconventional team as they tackle sophisticated crimes related to insurance fraud and uncover the truth.

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FACE - Cyber Hanzai Tokusouhan(フェイス―サイバー犯罪特捜班)

2017Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Yuki Rin lost her parents and has been residing with her elder sibling Koichiro. Koichiro used to work as an IT specialist for the government before being lured by a dangerous cyber crime organization a year ago. This event marked the downfall of Rin's once happy and ordinary life. Despite being shot by her brother, Rin miraculously survived. She was then enlisted into FACE, a covert cyber crime investigation unit established by the Cabinet, due to her exceptional profiling skills recognized by Minegishi Shugoro. With faith in Minegishi, Rin decides to join forces with the unit's members in the fight against cyber crime threats that could potentially destabilize the country.

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Suteteyo, Adachi-san(捨ててよ、安達さん。)

2020Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySupernatural

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Adachi-san was approached by the editor-in-chief of a women's magazine one day. The proposal was to feature a series in each issue about letting go of a personal item, centered around the idea of decluttering and living more freely. That evening, Adachi-san fell asleep as usual. However, in her dream, a mysterious girl and the embodiments of the possessions she has clung to started appearing, requesting to be discarded.

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Fixer Season 2(フィクサー Season2)

2023Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

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Li Yi Yu Dai Jia(利益与代价)

2005China
DramaInvestigationMysteryAction

Like Port of Lies, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.