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The story revolves around two sisters in college, Kai and Riku, who find themselves in a predicament when their father is arrested for burglary and murder. Determined to recover the allegedly stolen 100 million yen, the sisters take on the role of bounty hunters and pursue four criminals.

Unbeknownst to the residents of Tokyo, participants join a competition known as "X Game" in hopes of winning a prize of 100 million Yen. Set in the 23 special wards of Tokyo, each participant is provided with a wristwatch. The goal of the game is to follow the instructions provided and exchange watches with other participants before the time limit expires. The final participant left wearing a watch will claim the 100 million Yen prize. Failure to retain their wristwatch will result in death.

Rugawa is an enigmatic individual who manages a video streaming platform known as Joker, where she generates income by uploading videos. She persuades Yanagi, a middle-aged man facing financial struggles after losing his job, to team up with her. Together, they produce videos that delve into controversial topics on Joker, such as the dark truths behind idol culture, fraudulent schemes targeting vulnerable elderly individuals, and matchmaking services disguised as legitimate businesses. Rugawa's audience is captivated by the intricate schemes she orchestrates, as she fearlessly exposes societal issues as a representative of online users. The question remains: what drives Rugawa to create such provocative content?

Regarding the paranormal occurrences happening within the urban area.

The movie follows the journey of a washed-up boxing champion seeking redemption. It showcases his quest to rediscover himself and rescue his wife and daughter, promoting the message that it's never too late for someone to come back. The main character stays true to his original goal, overcomes obstacles, and grows into a better person through his love for his family. Packed with intense action sequences, the film's thrilling fights and car chases keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Available in two versions: a 3-episode series on Netflix or a full-length movie on iQIYI.

A suspenseful pursuit that tracks the footsteps of the lawbreaker

In order to support scientific research, graduate student Harry joins a stock group led by stock analyst Master Koo, also known as Magic Genie. Unfortunately, Harry falls victim to a scam and loses everything. He teams up with other scam victims, Simon Sir, Katty, and Hook, to seek compensation. Together, they form a money-making alliance called OPM and venture into financial speculation involving London Gold, market manipulation, public companies, IPOs, and more. Through their endeavors, they manage to earn a profit of HK$10 billion. Some individuals pursue money to achieve their dreams, while others seek financial freedom through financial games. However, many fall prey to scams disguised as financial management strategies. As the number of victims grows, Harry and his friends must stay true to their original intentions and turn the scam into something positive.

Following the triumph of the initial drama series and a full-length film, "Sky High" returns with an even more captivating storyline! Izuko, the enchanting guardian of the "Gate of Rancor", once again guides lost spirits on their journey to find closure. The "Gate of Rancor" is the destination for spirits who have met a sudden end through murder. At this place, Izuko, a youthful and beautiful gatekeeper, presents the departed souls with three choices. They can either accept their unjust demise and move on to the afterlife for a chance at rebirth, reject their fate and linger as wandering spirits in the mortal realm, or opt to curse someone in exchange for damnation in hell. In each episode, Izuko escorts these restless spirits back to the living world to uncover the truths behind their deaths, aiding them in choosing their final destination. The unique perspective of these deceased individuals adds depth and inspiration to the series, shedding light on the essence and significance of life. (TV Asahi)

In our society, there is a secret police force operating covertly in the urban landscape. Formed in the aftermath of the September 11 incidents, this specialized unit called "Ura" is dedicated to thwarting global terrorism and espionage. Sumimoto Kenji commands this group in a clandestine battle of intelligence, deceit, and treachery. (Tokyograph)

Otome-san against Kowai! Otome-san refers to a mother-in-law, while Kowai, which translates to frightening in Japanese, represents the daughter-in-law. Mizusawa Asako endured constant criticism and nagging from her mother-in-law until the elderly woman passed away two years ago. Just as Asako began to relax and enjoy her role as the lady of the house, her son announced his plans to marry a girl named Ririka. Despite Asako and her husband, Hiroyuki, voicing their opposition, they were unable to change their son's mind. In an attempt to intimidate Ririka, Asako proposed that they would accept her as their daughter-in-law only if the couple agreed to move in with them. Surprisingly, Ririka agreed with a smile and they were married. Asako was determined to be a supportive mother-in-law, although she harbored some reservations. After a night of drinking together, Asako and Ririka bonded. The following morning, Asako woke up to find breakfast prepared and the house cleaned by Ririka, who appeared to be the ideal daughter-in-law. However, strange incidents began occurring in their neighborhood, causing Asako to become increasingly suspicious of Ririka.

Two decades ago, Kagami Ryoma, who was only 5 years old at the time, witnessed the tragic murder of his father, Ryoichi, in front of his eyes. Upon touching his father's lifeless body, he experienced a sudden influx of peculiar images flashing through his mind. From that moment on, he started to receive residual thoughts resembling flashbacks whenever he encountered deceased bodies or personal belongings. (Credit: TMDB)

In this science fiction thriller, a man fights against fate to save his romantic relationship after his friend intervenes, leading him to create the sinister invention known as the dark system. This film is a fusion of two independent projects by filmmaker Yuki Shuji. The unremarkable Kagami (played by Yaotome Hikaru) becomes enraged when his friend Saionji becomes involved with his love interest Yuri. Determined to sabotage their relationship, Kagami plants a listening device called the Saionji Crasher in Saionji's living space. (Credits: duracell-bunny @ tumblr)

Imagine a regular teenager suddenly gaining incredible powers. Wang Yi Fei was just an average teenager until he discovered his ability to summon demons, angels, and historical figures to modern-day Earth using a unique space stone. Tang Xiao Pan, a mystical girl, enters Yi Fei's life and shows him that his life will never be the same. As Yi Fei learns that the space stone left by his father can bring another mysterious girl, Zhang Fei, from a different world, he wonders if she can help him uncover the truth about his deceased father.

Ray Fujita plays the main role of Rei Suzumura, also known as the Silver Fanged Knight Zero, in the films/miniseries. He returns to portray the character he played in the earlier television series and movies. The storyline delves into Rei's character, who had a minor role in the previous works, as he looks into a community formed by humans and Horrors, led by the Horror Ring. Zero: Black Blood Wikipedia.

The narrative picks up where Shikkoku no Shou left off, featuring the key characters from the previous play. Haku and Eiri make a comeback to mentor the fresh batch of Sakura cadets. The unfolding drama delves deeper into the storyline and lays the groundwork for the upcoming stage play.

One day, a well-known YouTuber named Taiga seeks help from former prosecutor Iwai after being assaulted at a subway station following a threat on his life. Iwai, tasked with uncovering the perpetrator of the threat, uncovers that Taiga is the son of a political figure he had previously investigated for corruption. Who is after Taiga? Is it accurate that once your details are shared online, you are marked with a digital imprint that cannot be erased? Iwai, a traditional individual, aims to alter this for his clients.

In 1932, Zhabei in Shanghai was invaded by Japanese forces, resulting in significant losses for the 19th Route Army. To combat the invasion, leaders like Du Lingyun and Zhang Daqi formed the "Pistol Squad" and pledged to resist the Japanese invaders until the end. Douban

High schooler An Dae Yong unexpectedly gains the power to sense when a person is on the verge of committing murder and when another is destined to be the victim

In a quaint museum located in the Suiren region of western China, there is a statue situated next to a well that was sculpted during the Xihan Dynasty over 2200 years ago, making it a priceless treasure. Throughout history, various governments have enacted laws to safeguard the statue, particularly during times of conflict. However, it has been frequently photographed, smuggled abroad, and exploited for profit through unauthorized rubbings.

On January 23rd, 2015, five unrelated individuals in Hong Kong stumbled upon a hidden government secret: the world was set to end at 11:45pm that night, leaving no survivors. With only 15 hours left to live, will these ordinary citizens succumb to despair or be overtaken by madness as they face their impending doom?

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

In a tale of financial warfare in Hong Kong, a group of specialists is at the center of the action. Ye Bao and Wei Hang share a mentorship bond and share the vision of establishing CASH1.0 to protect the financial markets' honesty. But a conflict arises between them, leading to a decade-long rivalry. The introduction of CASH 2.0 marks the beginning of a ruthless trading competition driven by greed, ambition, and revenge. (ChineseDrama.info)

Five individuals with unique occupations discovered their heroic potential as they fought for justice in their community. Suddenly, they manifested supernatural abilities they had never experienced before. Each person possesses distinct powers, including super strength, time manipulation, and more.

Filled with anguish after being wrongfully blamed for a horrific crime, Maki's dear sibling tragically ends his own life. Fast forward to the present, Maki, a promising lawyer, finds herself entangled in a complex love triangle; despite being married to a renowned architect, she discovers herself falling for her 23-year-old stepson, Tatsuya. As forbidden love battles against animosity, Maki uncovers the shocking truth that Tatsuya played a role in her brother's suicide in this gripping romantic thriller. (DramaWiki)

Located in a television newsroom, this show is characterized as a suspenseful drama that unfolds in real-time, similar to the well-known American series "24." The plot centers around an event that transpires during the late night and early morning hours. -- DramaWiki (Tokyograph)

In line with the theme of perilous breakthroughs, the upcoming series will introduce a medical innovation aimed at preventing suicides, serving as the modern-day equivalent of Pandora's box. Suzuki, a neuroscience scientist confined to a wheelchair, creates this treatment in an effort to address the prevalent issue of suicide in Japan. (Tokyograph)

Taking place at a household appliance company in Nagoya, the story unfolds as Meio Electrics, a leading home appliance manufacturer, receives a warning letter from Zestar Research Company in the United States. Accusing Meio of infringing on their solar panel patents, Zestar demands a significant amount in compensation and licensing fees. Hasegawa, a member of the Intellectual Property Department, is suspected of espionage amidst this unexpected turn of events, which occurs just as he embarks on his new life with his wife, Aoi. Zestar Research Company, known as a "Patent Troll," is controlled by a mysterious figure named Sawada. Meanwhile, Hama, responsible for preventing legal disputes within the company, faces criticism and disrespect from his superior, Muraoka. In a fit of rage, Hama ends up assaulting Muraoka and burying him in the mountains, sparking a tense conflict that jeopardizes the "love" and "pride" of the characters involved.

Dokurogeki is a Japanese horror drama series comprised of a series of short episodes. It is a spin-off created by the same production team behind the 2007 horror drama Torihada. The first set of episodes follows Yukie Samejima, an artist who pulls an all-nighter to meet a deadline. After falling asleep on the couch the next day, she hears the voice of a mysterious young girl calling for her mother. In a separate set of episodes, Misuzu Murai, who used to dabble in fortune telling in college, now works at a city company. An elderly woman named Yokoyama frequently visits her to have her grandson's fortune told.

Satoshi Saigyouji, a renowned figure in crisis management known as "The God of Risk," has a background working for General Electric in the USA and the Japanese government. Sunrise, a prominent general trading company, seeks his expertise to address various challenges and scandals. On the other hand, Kaori Kagari, a Tokyo University graduate fluent in multiple foreign languages, is a seasoned businesswoman at Sunrise for a decade. Despite her willingness to stir up trouble, she is appointed as an executive for product development at a newly established company formed by Sunrise and a major electrical manufacturer to innovate a next-generation battery. Although initially successful, a crisis emerges when a faulty ignition system prompts a recall. Kaori Kagari and Satoshi Saigyouji are now tasked to collaborate and navigate through this challenging situation.

"I always seem to realize it afterwards... but it's always what she desired from the start!" Have you ever experienced that sensation? The secretive practice of "Dark Shinri-Jutsu" (also known as "Dark Psychology") involves utilizing everyday conversations, hints, words, and actions to influence the thoughts and feelings of others in order to control them according to your wishes, whether for positive and innocent purposes or to fulfill even the most sinister desires of the heart. Kuronosaki, a enigmatic, sharp-tongued, and sadistic individual, resolves numerous psychological issues, enigmas, and cases by employing this prohibited method. She may unexpectedly appear, chuckling, and ask a person struggling with interpersonal relationship problems, "Are you foolish?" before guiding them in using "black psychology" through a range of manipulative tactics such as storytelling, active listening, prompting speculation, interpreting and guiding body language, glances, gestures, and other triggering mechanisms that can be practiced in various settings, such as at home, work, or school, to effectively captivate the heart, instill motivation, guide emotional reactions, or promote communication and self-examination. A suspenseful drama filled with dark humor! Is it a life of manipulation or a life of being manipulated? (Nogizaka46.com)

Qiu Mo Yu has been tasked with safeguarding the daughter of the president. There are suspicions that her father might be involved in a plot against the president involving a terrorist incident. Mo Yu is determined to clear her father's name by looking into the president's disappearance. Alongside her partner, Zhou Huai An, they delve into the investigation and cross paths with suspicious individuals - Jin Xiang Yu, the female leader of the criminal underworld, and Xiao Dao, a possibly corrupt police officer. As they dig deeper into the case, Mo Yu and Huai An find themselves caught up in unexpected circumstances.

Taiwanese web series that delves into the sinister aspects of human behavior, creating a sense of tension and mystery.

A chilling drama that unsettlingly portrays the yearnings of humanity.

Huang Peilin, a special weapons instructor, was assigned to lead a foreign special forces team called "Cheetah" on a unique mission on a secluded coastal island in T country.

This story revolves around a youthful man named Yin Ming Ya who possesses the ability to see spirits using his left eye. With the help of a Taoism Master named Qing Ming, he successfully became a member of the Taoism Master Alliance. As a result, he now serves as a guardian, protecting individuals from the disruptions caused by ghosts and other supernatural entities. This narrative is inspired by the novel "My Left Eye Can See Ghosts" authored by Wu Ti Shuang Man Tian.

In the 2003 novel "Hi no Ko" by Shizukui Sh suke, a man named Takeuchi Shingo, who was previously acquitted by retired judge Kajima Isao, moves in next door to Kajima's family. Takeuchi, who had a difficult childhood yearning for his parents' love, goes out of his way to please those he cares about. Despite his charming smile, thoughtful gifts, and care for the elderly, he becomes aggressive if he feels rejected. Although Takeuchi initially wins over the Kajima family with his kindness, strange incidents begin to happen in their neighborhood. Yukimi, the wife of Isao's son Toshir, sees through Takeuchi's facade and tries to expose him, despite being alienated from the family.

In Osaka, Sayoko Takeuchi engages in deceitful behavior by preying on elderly wealthy men and marrying them in hopes of inheriting their fortunes. She collaborates with Toru Kashiwagi, who manages a matchmaking service. Sayoko Takeuchi is currently wed to a rich elderly gentleman. When Tomomi Nakase receives news that her father has been hospitalized, she rushes to his side only to discover that he is unconscious and married to Sayoko Takeuchi. Determined to thwart Sayoko Takeuchi's plans to seize her father's wealth, Tomomi Nakase enlists the help of private investigator Yoshinori Honda to look into Sayoko Takeuchi and Toru Kashiwagi.

Based on the manga series "Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai" by Araki Hirohiko.

Returning to Wai Tak Shun's early years, he is left heartbroken by the passing of his father, Wai King Yan. This loss leads to mood swings and a disinterest in everything, causing Tak Shun to even forget about his father completely. To protect Tak Shun, his mother Tse Mei Sheung and uncle Tse Tim Sing avoid discussing King Yan's death. Fate brings Tak Shun together with Fung Cho Yee, the daughter of a local thrift store owner. Cho Yee notices Tak Shun's ability to sense the histories of old objects. Together, Tak Shun and Cho Yee help others confront their fears by revealing hidden stories through peculiar items in the store. Following the guidance of an old object, Tak Shun eventually uncovers the truth about his father's death, forcing him to confront the pain of the past once again.

Higanjima is an isolated island located in Japan where a group of vicious vampires reside due to a virus that has spread among the inhabitants. Miyamoto Akira arrives on Higanjima in hopes of finding his older brother, Atsushi, who has gone missing. While on the island, he discovers a vaccine that can counteract the vampire infection and bravely infiltrates their ranks. Unfortunately, Atsushi has already been turned into a minion of the head vampire, Miyabi, who controls the island...