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Red East(东方)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureInspired By A True StoryMao ZedongPoliticalWar

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Red East

Recommendation: Diplomatic Situation similar to Red East
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Diplomatic Situation(外交风云)

2019China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureInspired By A True StoryMao ZedongPoliticalFriendship

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Historical Figure, Inspired By A True Story, Mao Zedong, and Political themes with a 80% similarity match.

Beginning from the establishment of China in 1949, the narrative primarily focuses on the significant role played by Mao Zedong, Zhou Enlai, and Deng Xiaoping in shaping China's diplomatic endeavors. Through their strategic thinking, versatile diplomatic abilities, distinct style, and exceptional talents, they successfully elevated China's global standing. This series showcases key events such as the Geneva Conference, Bandung Conference, Zhou Enlai's diplomatic missions in Africa, China's readmission to the United Nations, and other noteworthy diplomatic achievements, illustrating the challenging diplomatic journey of China in the past century.

Recommendation: Across the Yalu River similar to Red East
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Across the Yalu River(跨过鸭绿江)

2020China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureInspired By A True StoryMao ZedongWarDramaKorean War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Historical Figure, Inspired By A True Story, Mao Zedong, and War themes with a 64% similarity match.

The Korean War began on June 25, 1950, when the Seventh Fleet entered the Taiwan Strait. The U.S. military sent planes to bomb the city of Andong, resulting in casualties among civilians. In response, the new Chinese leader took a strong stance. The Volunteer Army Command was established on October 25, following Mao Ze Dong's strategic plan. Despite challenges and MacArthur's underestimation of the enemy, the volunteers showed bravery and determination, eventually occupying Seoul. Negotiations began after fierce battles, leading to the war ending on July 27, 1953. Mao Ze Dong's wise decisions helped China gain respect, ushering in a period of peace and shaping a new global order.

Recommendation: Decisive Victory similar to Red East
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Decisive Victory(大决战)

2021China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureInspired By A True StoryMao ZedongWarChinese Communist RevolutionPropagandaRevolution

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Historical Figure, Inspired By A True Story, Mao Zedong, and War themes with a 58% similarity match.

The TV series "Decisive Victory" offers a comprehensive look at the Liaoshen, Huaihai, and Pingjin battles for the first time, showcasing a gripping depiction of China's fate. Through narratives of strategy, tactics, and warfare, the show brings the three battles to life and portrays vibrant characters within the epic war.

Recommendation: Undercover (2010) similar to Red East
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Undercover (2010)(内线)

2010China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalWarChinese Communist RevolutionKuomintang (KMT)

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and War themes with a 55% similarity match.

In the midst of the War of Liberation, Communist troops devised a plan to liberate China by crossing the Yangtze River and seizing control of the Kuomintang (KMT) capital. The city of Linjiang suddenly emerged as a crucial strategic point for both Communist and KMT forces. Chen Huai Yuan, the brave Commanding Officer of Linjiang and a respected KMT general, found himself in a challenging position as he navigated between the Communist troops and internal conflicts within his own party, torn between siding with the Communists or remaining faithful to the KMT. The presence of spies embedded in Linjiang would ultimately have a significant impact on the final outcome.

Recommendation: Mao Zedong similar to Red East
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Mao Zedong(毛泽东)

2013China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureMao ZedongWarBiographicalChinese Communist RevolutionPropaganda

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Historical Figure, Mao Zedong, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

Mao Ze Dong, commonly referred to as Chairman Mao or Mao Tse Tung, was a revolutionary communist leader in China

Recommendation: Elegance and Talent similar to Red East
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Elegance and Talent(风华正茂)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarDrama

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

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Marshal Liu Bo Cheng(刘伯承元帅)

2012China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureWarMilitary

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Historical Figure, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Epoch-Making similar to Red East
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Epoch-Making(开天辟地)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalWarDrama

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Homeland similar to Red East
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Homeland(河山)

2019China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarRevolution

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Wei Da He, a former anti-Communist fighter whose perspective shifts over time, leading him to join the Communist party. Amid the Xi'an Incident, Wei Da He emerges victorious by capturing Tong Guan. Despite his accomplishments, he is dismissed and sent back home due to a clash with Gao Xiao Shan from the Red Army. When war breaks out, Wei Da He returns to the battlefield and saves military strategist Jiang Huai Zhu. Unbeknownst to him, he falls in love with Jiang Huai Zhu's daughter, Jiang Ya Zhen, who is secretly involved with the Communist resistance.

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Strike Back (2020)(绝地反击)

2020China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

The Lusu region is known for its abundance of minerals, but it became a battleground for military strategists during the anti-Japanese war. The Communist party dispatched Zhu Yan Ming and Li Mu Xia to Huangqiushan to unite the local armed groups and combat the Japanese army. Leading the anti-Japanese forces in the area are Sun Da Dao and Tong Qi Gang, who have difficulty cooperating. Zhu Yan Ming and Li Mu Xia aim to bring everyone together to fight against the common enemy.

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Xiang Shan Ye Zheng Hong(香山叶正红)

2022China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionMao ZedongWarBiographicalChinese Communist RevolutionDrama

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Mao Zedong, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

In this play, the narrative unfolds around President Mao's leadership of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China based in Xiangshan, Beijing. The story follows the successful liberation of China and the preparations made for the creation of a new nation. President Mao laid the foundation for the establishment of New China by setting up key structures and officially declaring the founding of the People's Republic of China on October 1, 1949.

Recommendation: Legend of Xiang Xi similar to Red East
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Legend of Xiang Xi(血色湘西)

2007China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Jinggangshan similar to Red East
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The Jinggangshan(井冈山)

2007China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalKuomintang (KMT)

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hu Xue Chu Jian similar to Red East
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Hu Xue Chu Jian(虎穴锄奸)

2010China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionInspired By A True StoryPoliticalCrimeEspionageMilitarySpy Male Lead

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Inspired By A True Story, and Political themes with a 46% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Saviour similar to Red East
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The Saviour(拯救者)

2018China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalWarNovel AdaptationChinese Civil WarKuomintang (KMT)Second Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and War themes with a 46% similarity match.

Taking place amidst the clashes between nationalists and communists, the narrative showcases the confrontations between the New Fourth Army and the Japanese special units. Shao Hua, a successful businessman and the head of Shao Family Group, has established himself as a key supporter of the Communist Party in Yugang city due to his exceptional intellect and engineering abilities. Amidst internal conflicts within the town, Shao Hua teams up with Kuomintang's captain Bu DeXian to uncover the root cause of the disturbances, which is revealed to be a captivating and enigmatic journalist named Shen Zi Qing.

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The Action of Snow Eagle(雪鹰)

2014China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionInspired By A True StoryWarBiological WarfareSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Inspired By A True Story, and War themes with a 45% similarity match.

During the harsh winter of 1944, as the Kwantung Army faced defeat, they devised a plan known as the "horse slaughter plan" involving horse anthrax to hinder the Soviet cavalry's advancement southward. Upon discovering this scheme, the anti-Japanese forces dispatched a team led by Hu Tierong to thwart the Japanese plot. During the mission, an unexpected event occurred, leading Hu Tierong to cross paths with Xie Huan, an expert in horse medicine. Xie Huan willingly joined the Red Man Society, a clandestine group dedicated to fighting against Japan and defending the nation, in order to secure essential Chinese medicinal resources to contain the anthrax outbreak. While undercover in the Red Man Society, Xie Huan encountered Luo Xue, a courageous woman with a deep-seated animosity towards enemies of the family and the country. Together, they eliminated the traitorous Qin Luo within the Red Man Society, ultimately guiding the organization back to a righteous path under the leadership of our army, causing the collapse of the Japanese conspiracy.

Recommendation: On the Mountain of Tai Hang similar to Red East
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On the Mountain of Tai Hang(太行山上)

2015China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureInspired By A True StoryDramaSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Historical Figure, and Inspired By A True Story themes with a 45% similarity match.

Recommendation: Tian Da Di Da similar to Red East
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Tian Da Di Da(天大地大)

2008China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWar

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 44% similarity match.

The narrative follows the individuals residing at the base of the mountains in North-eastern China, who, guided by the Communist Party of China and the Anti-Japanese Allied Forces, stood up against the Japanese invaders to protect their country

Recommendation: Mao Anying similar to Red East
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Mao Anying(毛岸英)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalWarBiographicalFamilyMilitary

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and War themes with a 42% similarity match.

The biography focuses on Mao An Ying, the firstborn son of Mao Ze Dong. (Credit: northkoreatech.org)

Recommendation: Kai Guo Qian Ye similar to Red East
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Kai Guo Qian Ye(开国前夜)

2009China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarCrimeEspionageKuomintang (KMT)

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 42% similarity match.

Recommendation: Da Lang Tao Sha: Qi Hang similar to Red East
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Da Lang Tao Sha: Qi Hang(大浪淘沙:启航)

2021China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureMao ZedongChinese Communist RevolutionDramaPropaganda

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Historical Figure, and Mao Zedong themes with a 42% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the initial leaders of the Communist Party of China, with Mao Ze Dong at the forefront. In the midst of a national crisis, the Communist Party's inaugural congress was convened to establish and guide the party towards growth. Through Mao Ze Dong's perspective, the story delves into the primary societal conflicts in China post-1919, rooted in the party's evolution. This challenging journey paved the way for a groundbreaking revolutionary path, culminating in a significant triumph. (Douban)

Recommendation: The Forerunner similar to Red East
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The Forerunner(问苍茫)

2023China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureMao Zedong1920sDramaWeb Series

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Historical Figure, and Mao Zedong themes with a 42% similarity match.

The narrative traces Mao Ze Dong's transformation from a participant in the First Congress of the Communist Party of China (1921-1927) to a revolutionary leader. Embracing Marxism, he progresses from a mere follower to a pioneer, leading China's revolution through organizing workers, expanding the party, and forming alliances with the Kuomintang. Mao's opposition to the Kuomintang's conservative faction and his focus on the peasant movement underscore his commitment to Marxism and Hunan culture. The story highlights his courageous leadership, blending intellect with action to shape the course of history.

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Guang Rong Sui Yue(光荣岁月)

2008China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarDrama

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Cold Arrow similar to Red East
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Cold Arrow(冷箭)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarAction

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Recommendation: Shan Bei Han Zi similar to Red East
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Shan Bei Han Zi(陕北汉子)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarRomance

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 40% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Bai Wen Huan, who is the head of the Northern Shaanxi Brothers Association

Recommendation: Hong Qi Jun similar to Red East
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Hong Qi Jun(红七军)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarMilitary

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Recommendation: Drunk Red Dust similar to Red East
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Drunk Red Dust(醉红尘)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarRomance

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During the 1930s in Shanghai, Peng Yu Tian, a National Army officer, bravely fought against the Japanese forces and was gravely wounded. He was saved by Lei Jin Yi, a field nurse, and the two developed a deep bond. Just as they were preparing to wed, Peng was called back to the battlefield. Tragically, Peng's family was targeted and bombed by the Japanese. Lei managed to escape with Peng's child and later assumed a new identity as Shen Han Bing, working as a dancer to support her family. Meanwhile, Peng, believing Lei had perished in the bombing, went on to marry a wealthy businessman named Wu Jiang. However, fate brought Peng and Lei back together when they crossed paths at a party hosted by Wujiang. As a member of the Communist underground, Peng was tasked with investigating Wu Jiang, and sought Lei's help in uncovering the truth. It was ultimately revealed that Wu Jiang was a Japanese spy posing as a Chinese. After the Anti-Japanese War, Wu Jiang attempted to flee with Lei, but was apprehended and met his end at the hands of Peng and Lei.

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King of Silk(经纬天地)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarBusiness

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Recommendation: Legend of Jie Zhenguo similar to Red East
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Legend of Jie Zhenguo(节振国传奇)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarDrama

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During the late 1930s in northern China, a rebel named Jie Zhen Guo must use Western sorcery to outwit his Japanese adversary.

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Secret War Tai Yang Mountain(密战太阳山)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 40% similarity match.

In 1942, in the northern region of Fujian, Qian Wei Min, a member of the underground CCP party, was tasked with retrieving the "Wuyi Cadre School List" from the leader of the Sun Mountain known as "Balchangcao", as well as collecting military funds for the New Fourth Army. Meanwhile, Xue Zi Qi, the head of the Kuomintang's Special Intelligence Bureau, had devised the "Zhong Kui Operation" to capture the "Cruise officinalis" with the help of Qian Wei Min. The Japanese espionage leader Toshiro Tanaka aimed to exploit this situation to further their plans for invading China. However, Qian Wei Min uncovered the Japanese spies' scheme just as he was about to carry out his mission. He joined forces with Xue Zi Qi to thwart the Japanese plot and successfully put an end to their plans, leading to a victorious outcome.

Recommendation: Jue Ze similar to Red East
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Jue Ze(抉擇)

2012China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 40% similarity match.

Following a violent attack on China by the Imperial Japanese Army, a Chinese academic residing in Boston, Wu Ming Tai, chooses to go back to Beijing to translate a crucial document for the UN. This document provided evidence of the Japanese army's atrocities in China. Nevertheless, the Japanese military leader was informed of the professor's journey back to his homeland. The army was willing to go to extreme lengths to stop Wu Ming Tai from returning, such as kidnapping his sibling and coercing him to become a Japanese national.

Recommendation: Spring under the Gallows similar to Red East
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Spring under the Gallows(绞刑架下的春天)

2013China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarRomance

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Recommendation: Deng Xiao Ping at History's Crossroads similar to Red East
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Deng Xiao Ping at History's Crossroads(历史转折中的邓小平)

2014China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionInspired By A True StoryDrama

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Inspired By A True Story themes with a 40% similarity match.

Drawn from the experiences of Deng Xiao Ping.

Recommendation: Forging Knife similar to Red East
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Forging Knife(锻刀)

2016China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarAction

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In ancient times, the legend tells of the Zhaotong Youth River Blade, commanded by Xiao Heng, as they battled the Japanese forces from Yunnan.

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Growling Tiger, Roaring Dragon(大军师司马懿之虎啸龙吟)

2017China
HistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalWarThree Kingdoms

Like Red East, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and War themes with a 40% similarity match.

The presence of Sima Yi's swords and Zhuge Liang's fan suggested an upcoming conflict. Part 2 will explore the dynamics between Sima Yi and Emperor Wei Cao Rui. Sima Yi's position as a key figure persists through the reigns of Cao Rui and Cao Fang, during which he faces his most formidable opponent.

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Smile in Spring(桃花依旧笑春风)

2018China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarRomance

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 40% similarity match.

In a time of military expansionism, He Tao Hua's father, a highly respected military official, was killed. Adopting a new persona, Tao Hua embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind her father's murder. By 1925, the He Family had been wiped out, leaving only He Tao Hua alive. She ventures to a different city and finds employment as a servant for the Liao Family. Her quick wit and charm win over Old Master Liao, while she also forms a romantic relationship with Young Master Liao Chun Feng. However, just before their wedding, Liao Chun Feng learns of her true identity and, unable to bear the burden, confesses before leaving to join the war effort. Recognizing her feelings for him, He Tao Hua decides to pursue him despite the challenges that lie ahead.

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Yan An Chu Jian(延安锄奸)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarLife

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Recommendation: My Father's War similar to Red East
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My Father's War(父亲的战争)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarDrama

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Recommendation: China 1921 similar to Red East
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China 1921(中国1921)

2011China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalMao ZedongWarBiographical

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Taking place from 1918 to 1921, this show depicts the emergence of the Chinese Communist Party.

Recommendation: Change the World similar to Red East
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Change the World(换了人间)

2018China
Chinese Communist PartyHistoricalMao ZedongPoliticalKuomintang (KMT)

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Recommendation: Legend of the Military Seal similar to Red East
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Legend of the Military Seal(虎符传奇)

2012China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInspired By A True StoryPoliticalWarDramaMilitaryPolitical IntrigueWarring States Period

Like Red East, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Inspired By A True Story, Political, and War themes with a 38% similarity match.

Lord Xin Ling, a prominent figure among the 4 gentlemen in the Warring States Period, develops feelings for the lovely Ru Ji. However, Ru Ji chooses to marry his brother, King An Xi of the Wei state, instead. Refusing to be just a concubine in the palace, Ru Ji seeks to utilize her intelligence and skills. Little does she know, her actions will play a crucial role in rescuing the state of Zhao and altering the course of history.

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Awakening (2020)(觉醒者)

2020China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalWarDramaRevolutionSecond Sino-Japanese WarStrong Male Lead

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and War themes with a 38% similarity match.

In the midst of the Second Sino-Japanese War, Qin Chuan bravely stood up against oppressors and corrupt officials to protect his homeland, undergoing a transformation from a scholarly young man to a formidable warrior

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Special Force Behind The Enemy Line(特种兵之深入敌后)

2018China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarActionMilitaryRevolutionSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 38% similarity match.

Set on the border between China and Myanmar, this story depicts a daring mission by a team of four individuals who venture into enemy territory for a rescue operation. In the summer of 1942, a series of Japanese attacks forced the British and American forces to retreat from Myanmar. With the advantage in their favor, the Japanese aim to breach the defense lines at Nujiang in their quest to invade China. During the conflict, an American aircraft is hit and its pilot goes missing. Despite an unsuccessful attempt by a US rescue team, the Chinese authorities decide to send Hong Zi Jie, a member of the Communist resistance, to lead a specialized team on a mission to rescue the missing pilot.

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Concerts(音乐会)

2018China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalWarAnti-WarMilitaryRevengeSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and War themes with a 38% similarity match.

In 1932, a 14-year-old girl named Jin Ying Zi, who had a deep love for music, experienced the tragic murder of her family at the hands of the Japanese army. She was taken in by Qiu Yu Hao, a leader fighting against the Japanese, and swore to avenge her family's death. Living among the guerrilla fighters, Jin Ying Zi formed strong bonds with her comrades, viewing them as her new family. However, she once again faced the harsh realities of war, losing the comfort of home. Eventually, the guerrilla forces exhausted their resources in a final battle against the Japanese army. Witnessing the devastating casualties of war, Jin Ying Zi slowly came to understand the true essence of life.

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Ren Bi Shi(任弼时)

2008China
Chinese Communist PartyChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionBiographicalDrama

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Republican Era, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 36% similarity match.

The show centers on Ren Bi Shi, a prominent figure in the early days of the Chinese Communist Party, recounting his journey from the mid-1920s until his passing in 1950, showcasing his growth and successes as a revolutionary within the communist movement.

Recommendation: My Brother's Name Is Shun Liu similar to Red East
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My Brother's Name Is Shun Liu(我的兄弟叫顺溜)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarNovel AdaptationSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 36% similarity match.

The show centers around Shun Liu, a talented marksman who joins the New Fourth Army as a soldier. His remarkable shooting skills are acknowledged, leading him to play a crucial part in multiple military missions against Japanese troops. The series explores concepts of loyalty to one's country, individual development, and the relationships forged during times of war.

Recommendation: 1911 Revolution similar to Red East
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1911 Revolution(辛亥革命)

2011China
HistoricalHistorical FictionInspired By A True StoryWarMilitaryQing Dynasty

Like Red East, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Inspired By A True Story, and War themes with a 36% similarity match.

The series depicts the sequence of significant occurrences during Sun Yat Sen's lifetime. It covers key events such as the creation of the Tongmenghui, the Wuchang Uprising, the downfall of the Qing dynasty, the founding of the Republic of China, Yuan Shi Kai's ascent and decline in authority, and the National Protection War.

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Red Sharp Sword(红色利剑)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarDramaSecond Sino-Japanese War

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Dark War Before Dawn(黎明前的暗战)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarCrimeEspionage

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 36% similarity match.

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The Golden Vein(大金脉)

2012China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionWarDramaSecond Sino-Japanese War

Like Red East, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and War themes with a 36% similarity match.

This is the tale of a town that relied on its gold mines for economic stability. When the Sino-Japanese war erupted, the townspeople banded together to defend their gold from the invading Japanese army. The narrative centers on two individuals, Lu Jianshan and Guo Lin. Lu, a Communist, is seen as a disappointment in his father's eyes, while Guo, who is adopted, always feels like he is playing second fiddle. Eager to prove himself to his father and the community, Guo takes action. Lu is engaged to Meng Ximei, who presents him with a large gold nugget from the mines as a dowry on their wedding day. Despite marrying her, Lu leaves Meng on their wedding night to join the Communist fighters. As she stays with her father-in-law, Guo develops feelings for Meng. With the outbreak of war, a series of tragic events unfolds, impacting everyone's lives in unforeseen ways. Whether these changes are for the better or worse remains to be seen.