Rise of the Descendants - Asian drama recommendation
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Rise of the Descendants(神裔觉醒)

2022China
ActionChinese MythologyDeathDemonDragonFantasyInvestigationMurderMysterySci-FiSupernaturalSupernatural PowerWeb SeriesYouth

In this online series, a narrative unfolds where humanity has transitioned into a high-tech era after millennia of growth and reproduction. The Internet and technological advancements have enhanced lives in numerous ways. As electronic particles saturate the air, they awaken supernatural abilities in some individuals. This sets the stage for a battle between good and evil in a diverse world filled with ambitious young people chasing their dreams. (Q1Q2 Chinese Drama Channel)

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Rise Of The Descendants

Recommendation: Manpuku Shoujo Dragonet similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Manpuku Shoujo Dragonet(満福少女ドラゴネット)

2010Japan
ActionDragonFantasyInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSupernatural Power

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Dragon, Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Supernatural Power themes with a 50% similarity match.

Maya, Mei, and Ryuna Shino are investigators employed at the detective agency owned by their aunt, Tokuko Shijo. In addition to their detective work, the girls assist their parents at a Chinese eatery. Unbeknownst to many, they are all members of the dragon lineage and have the ability to morph into dragon warriors known as Dragonet. Their primary objective is to resolve issues instigated by the malevolent tiger tribe.

Recommendation: Criminal Scene similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Criminal Scene(刑侦现场)

2025China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb Series

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

Detective Captain Gu Zhen heads a team that delves into a string of criminal incidents, unravelling intricate cases through his keen intuition and intellect. Simultaneously, he unearths a plot seeking vengeance from the relatives of a prior victim. In order to safeguard the community and his cherished ones, Gu Zhen faces off against a vindictive foe consumed by malevolence. Ultimately, righteousness triumphs, and wrongdoers face the consequences they merit. (WeTV)

Recommendation: Serial Homicide similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Serial Homicide(乱码迷局)

2025China
ActionDeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesSerial KillingsSuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 35% similarity match.

The tranquil city of Luzhou is disturbed by a string of murders purportedly motivated by a quest for justice. In response, officials establish the 909 Special Task Force, dedicated to diligently peeling back the complexities of this harrowing cycle of revenge killings.

Recommendation: Lost in Baimu similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Lost in Baimu(百慕迷踪)

2023China
ActionFantasyInvestigationMysterySci-FiWeb SeriesDramaRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Sci-Fi, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

Engineer Peng Sen's partner, Lin Qi, went missing unexpectedly

Recommendation: The Pavilion similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Pavilion(八角亭谜雾)

2021China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesYouthDrowningFamilySuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Nearly two decades ago, the beloved sister of the Xuan family met a tragic end through a mysterious murder. The case went unsolved for years, leaving the culprit free. Consequently, the Xuan family dispersed across the country, living separate lives. Fast forward 19 years, a peculiar incident in a small town draws the Xuan family back together, forcing them to confront their past in their hometown. As the truth behind the old case slowly emerges, long-standing tensions among the siblings come to the surface. Will the family of four find a way forward? Can they unravel the mysteries and escape the dense fog that surrounds them? (iQiyi)

Recommendation: Strange Folk Tale similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Strange Folk Tale(民间怪谈录)

2022China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySupernaturalWeb SeriesChinese Republican EraDetective FictionHistoricalHistorical Fiction

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Supernatural, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

Taking place during the period of the Chinese Republic, the story follows a unique group of individuals possessing exceptional abilities, who embark on a mission to unravel enigmatic and otherworldly occurrences. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: The Justice (2023) similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Justice (2023)(宣判)

2023China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesLaw

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

Upon assuming his position, Qi Heng, the vice president of the Qizhou Intermediate People's Court, delved into the intricate "fishing boat murder case" by scrutinizing the survivors' testimonies for inconsistencies. Concurrently, the "Jiang Yun Chemical Group" owned by Luo Huai Gong is causing severe illnesses among villagers residing near the factory. Surprisingly, these two cases will soon intertwine in an unexpected manner.

Recommendation: The Whole Truth (2024) similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Whole Truth (2024)(真相背后)

2024China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesDetective Male Lead

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the quiet streets of a coastal town, a shocking murder occurred late at night. Guan Jing Tang, a respected elder in the community, was found brutally murdered in his own home. Detective Captain An Ping was swiftly put on the case, with assistance from Shang Jie, a talented graduate from the local police academy. Together, they meticulously investigated the murder, uncovering a web of conflicting clues including a missing sum of money, a mysterious woman in a red dress, blood-red floral patterns, and complex family dynamics within the Guan household. As they dug deeper, they discovered a series of related murders, all connected to Guan Jing Tang. Feeling the pressure mounting, An Ping and Shang Jie decided to revisit the case from the beginning, leading them to an old, unsolved mystery that had ties to An Ping's mentor, who happened to be Shang Jie's late father. Through their relentless efforts, An Ping was able to unravel the truth behind the murders, exposing the twisted motives of the culprit and bringing them to justice. In the process, Shang Jie found closure for her past and chose to follow in her father's footsteps by teaming up with An Ping to fight crime together.

Recommendation: Kamen Rider Ghost similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Kamen Rider Ghost(仮面ライダーゴースト)

2015Japan
ActionDeathInvestigationMysterySci-FiSupernaturalYouthDramaFamilyGhostNice Male LeadSuperhero Male LeadSuperhero Supporting CharacterTokusatsu

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

In this chapter of the long-standing Kamen Rider series by Toei Company, Takeru Tenkuji, a young resident of a small shrine, is slain by a creature from a parallel world on his 18th birthday and is reborn as Kamen Rider Ghost. His mission is to gather 15 Heroic Eyecons in order to resurrect himself with their combined power. As Takeru faces beings from other dimensions and learns that his childhood friend Makoto is also in search of Eyecons to revive his sister, he realizes that the journey through the afterlife is more intricate than he initially anticipated.

Recommendation: Vampire Prosecutor Season 2 similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Vampire Prosecutor Season 2(뱀파이어 검사 2)

2012South Korea
ActionDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySupernaturalSupernatural PowerClairvoyanceClairvoyant Male LeadDramaGraphic ViolencePolice ProceduralProsecutor Male LeadVampire Fiction

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Supernatural, and Supernatural Power themes with a 33% similarity match.

Min Tae Yeon has returned as the head of a newly established division dedicated to probing unsolved homicide cases. Only Detective Hwang Soon Bum is aware that seven years prior, Tae Yeon was bitten and gained vampire abilities. Together, they tackle challenging murder investigations, with Tae Yeon utilizing his unique “powers” to uncover clues in cases that appear impossible to crack. However, there is one mystery he cannot unravel: who was the vampire/serial killer that transformed him seven years ago? Additionally, what will occur when Jung In begins to doubt Tae Yeon’s “questionable” methods in solving these cases?

Recommendation: The Judge from Hell similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Judge from Hell(지옥에서 온 판사)

2024South Korea
ActionDeathDemonFantasyMurderMysterySupernaturalCharacter DevelopmentDemon Female LeadDetective Male LeadInsensitive Female LeadJudge Female LeadRomanceThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Demon, Fantasy, Murder, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kang Bit Na is a distinguished judge known for her beauty, but she also has a dark side as a demon. Her duty is to eliminate wicked individuals responsible for leading others to their demise without remorse. Once dispatched to Hell, these individuals face their consequences. One fateful day, Kang Bit Na crosses paths with Han Da On, a kind-hearted detective with a sharp mind and keen powers of observation. Despite his friendly demeanor, Han Da On harbors a hidden pain. The encounter between Kang Bit Na and Han Da On sparks a significant transformation in their lives.

Recommendation: Vampire Prosecutor similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Vampire Prosecutor(뱀파이어 검사)

2011South Korea
ActionDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySupernaturalSupernatural PowerClairvoyant Male LeadDetective FictionDramaGraphic ViolencePolice ProceduralVampire FictionVampire Male Lead

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Supernatural, and Supernatural Power themes with a 33% similarity match.

Prosecutor Min Tae Yeon is attacked by an individual and transforms into a vampire. As a vampire, Tae Yeon must sustain himself by consuming the blood of deceased individuals while continuing to uphold his principles as an honorable prosecutor.

Recommendation: Thunder Store Season 2 similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Thunder Store Season 2(벼락맞은 문방구 2)

2014South Korea
FantasyInvestigationMysterySupernatural PowerYouthFriendship

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural Power, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The upcoming season will narrate the tale of how the kids harness the forces of lightning to safeguard the enigmatic future energy and combat the antagonists.

Recommendation: Fuujinshi similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Fuujinshi(封刃師)

2022Japan
ActionDeathFantasyInvestigationMurderMysterySupernaturalMiniseriesPhysically Strong Male LeadPolice Officer Supporting CharacterReporter Supporting CharacterSword-fightSwordsman Male LeadSwordsman-Swordswoman Supporting Character

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Fantasy, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 33% similarity match.

In Tokyo, a decapitated body is found with precise cuts and no blood, puzzling investigators. Young journalist Sanjo Mio, delving into the incident, witnesses a dark cloud emerging from the wound, a phenomenon only she can see. She discovers that Osagami Kakeru, a skilled swordsmaster, and Iotsu Sho also observe this strange occurrence. Kakeru is on a perilous mission to eliminate cursed blades, wicked weapons crafted from human malevolence that corrupt their users. Yet, with each blade he destroys, Kakeru risks being overtaken by the very darkness he is striving to eliminate.

Recommendation: Mystic Tales similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Mystic Tales(不思异:志怪)

2025China
DemonInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSupernatural PowerWeb SeriesAdventureDemon Hunter Male LeadHistoricalRomanceShort Length Series

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Demon, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, Supernatural Power, and Web Series themes with a 32% similarity match.

Wu Jin, a skilled demon hunter gifted with lunar abilities, embarks on a journey alongside Shui Yao, Song Zhiru, and Li Yan to unravel the mysteries surrounding the demonic forces

Recommendation: D.I.E. similar to Rise of the Descendants
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D.I.E.(古靈精探)

2008Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySupernaturalSupernatural PowerComedyPolice Department SettingSlight RomanceSupernatural PhenomenaTelepathy

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Supernatural, and Supernatural Power themes with a 32% similarity match.

The Death Investigation Extension (D.I.E.) is a specialized unit within the police department tasked with investigating unresolved cases from various divisions. Established to assist individuals who were dismissed by their superiors, D.I.E. is led by Yu Tze Long, a member known for his exceptional extrasensory perception. Utilizing his unique abilities, Yu Tze Long helps to unravel mysteries, giving voice to the deceased in the process.

Recommendation: Love in Memory (2018) similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Love in Memory (2018)(사랑, 기억에 머물다)

2018South Korea
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySci-FiWeb SeriesFirst LoveMiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesSmart Male Lead

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Sci-Fi, and Web Series themes with a 32% similarity match.

The web series falls under the Sci-Fi romance category, exploring a lost love that resurfaces through memories, while simultaneously working to unravel a murder mystery.

Recommendation: Cao Xuanxuan's Love Journey similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Cao Xuanxuan's Love Journey(了不起的曹萱萱)

2025China
DeathFantasyInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesAge GapHistoricalRomanceTime TravelWriter Female Lead

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Fantasy, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 32% similarity match.

The narrative follows Zhou Na, a contemporary writer of suspense novels, who suddenly finds herself transported back in time to the ancient Yan City. In this era, she is betrothed to Guo Zi Jie, the magistrate of the county. The duo team up to solve a series of strange mysteries, strengthening their relationship along the way. However, they soon discover a dark plot revolving around matters of life and death that threatens to unravel their world. (WeTV)

Recommendation: Chosen (2018) similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Chosen (2018)(杀无赦)

2018China
ActionDeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesDeath GameDoctor Male LeadMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 32% similarity match.

While vacationing in Australia, Doctor Dai Huan is accompanied by his wife, Doctor Tao Lu, son, and father-in-law. Upon arriving at their hotel room, he is shocked to find a mysterious box containing a loaded gun, a photo of a stranger, and instructions to carry out a murder. It becomes clear that Doctor Huan has been targeted by a secretive group called The Watchers, forcing him to participate in a deadly game where he must complete the task within a certain time frame to ensure the safety of his family. This storyline is a remake of the American TV series "Chosen" from 2013.

Recommendation: Luo Shui Zhen Mi An similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Luo Shui Zhen Mi An(洛水镇谜案)

2024China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: Lie Zui Zhe similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Lie Zui Zhe(猎罪者)

2023China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesCold CaseCrime

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 31% similarity match.

The setting of the narrative is in a country in Southeast Asia

Recommendation: The Appearance of the Murderer similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Appearance of the Murderer(凶手的样子)

2024China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesSuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 31% similarity match.

Haunted by the mysterious death of a fellow student, Lin Chuan dedicates a decade to uncovering the truth. In parallel, Shen Xia and her sibling Shen Dong find themselves entangled in the criminal underbelly following a personal loss. Their fates collide, leading to a gripping narrative of justice versus crime, intertwined with themes of love, hatred, and vengeance. (Credit: TMDb)

Recommendation: The Fox Fairy Court similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Fox Fairy Court(大仙衙门)

2016China
ActionChinese MythologyFantasyInvestigationMysterySupernatural PowerBickering Mains' RelationshipComedyFox SpiritHistoricalMagistrate Male LeadRomance

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Chinese Mythology, Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural Power themes with a 30% similarity match.

Born into a wealthy aristocratic family, Wang Yuan Feng does not care for money or love, but instead focuses on solving mysteries. By chance, he rescues Xiao Cui, a gentle fox spirit, who in turn marries him to repay her debt of gratitude. Despite Yuan Feng's reluctance to be close to her, Xiao Cui persistently causes chaos in his life. As Yuan Feng ascends to the position of county magistrate, Xiao Cui assists him in solving cases.

Recommendation: Demon Out of Chang An similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Demon Out of Chang An(妖出长安)

2016China
ActionDeathFantasyInvestigationMurderMysteryHistoricalHistorical FictionHorrorSerial KillingsSuspenseTang Dynasty

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Fantasy, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 30% similarity match.

The passing of a Uyghur guard in Chang'an initiates a string of unusual murders. It is crucial to investigate and clarify these enigmatic deaths to avoid potential political turmoil.

Recommendation: Duel of Shadows similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Duel of Shadows(黑白诀)

2024China
ActionDeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb Series2000sCrimeDetective Male LeadGun ViolenceKidnappingPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 30% similarity match.

The story highlights the determination of the Central Plains Mining Police in enforcing justice

Recommendation: The Crossing Hero similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Crossing Hero(超级大英雄)

2015Taiwan
ActionFantasyInvestigationMysterySci-FiSupernaturalDramaMartial ArtsRomanceSuspenseThrillerTime Travel

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Sci-Fi, and Supernatural themes with a 30% similarity match.

Can Ming Dynasty imperial guards who find themselves transported to the future adapt to the modern world? Hong Xi Dong is the head of Emperor Zhu Yun Wen's personal bodyguard team in the Ming Dynasty. After a valuable pearl treasure goes missing and is suspected to be in Xi Dong's possession, two imperial military guards, Peng Ze and Xu Xiao Tian, pursue him. By a stroke of fate, the trio is transported to the 21st century, where Ze and Xiao Tian come across the contemporary Hong Xiao Dong, who bears a striking resemblance to his historical counterpart. Will Ze and Xiao Tian be able to navigate their way through modern life while unraveling the mystery of the missing treasure?

Recommendation: The Drug Hunter similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Drug Hunter(猎毒人)

2018China
ActionDeathInvestigationMurderMysteryCrimeEngineer Male LeadGang

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

The plot follows an engineer who finds inspiration from his family as he delves into a major criminal organization in the Golden Triangle. Lu Yun Peng, a highly intelligent college professor, is driven by the tragic death of his police officer brother and the targeting of his nephew by a drug syndicate. Seeking vengeance, Yun Peng embarks on his own scheme, despite the objections of his brother's colleague, Jiang Ya Nan. Yun Peng encounters a drug dealer named Yin Ta and comes up with a plan to earn his trust. This strategy proves successful as Yin Ta is linked to a powerful drug lord, allowing Yun Peng to enter the Golden Triangle. Simultaneously, Jiang Ya Nan is assigned a mission to take down the criminal network.

Recommendation: Target Person similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Target Person(目标人物)

2020China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesComedySuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

A mysterious escape room game brings together a group of individuals who soon discover a hidden conspiracy among them

Recommendation: Lies Never Lie similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Lies Never Lie(心灵迷雾)

2025China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesPolice Officer Female LeadPolice ProceduralPsychologist Female Lead

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

Psychologist Li Mo Chou partners with the Baizhou Public Security Bureau, providing Captain Ding Wei with a valuable advantage. Utilizing her expertise in criminal profiling, Ding Wei guides her team in unraveling a string of enigmatic cases. Through their investigation, the true orchestrator of a significant cold case is ultimately revealed, unveiling hidden truths that had long been buried. (WeTV)

Recommendation: The Secret of Booth No. 9 similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Secret of Booth No. 9(9号电话亭的秘蜜)

2025China
FantasyInvestigationMysteryWeb SeriesYouthRomanceShort Length SeriesTime Travel

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

After receiving a puzzling phone call from a former classmate who has passed away, Fang Xiao Xun is transported back in time to relive the events of the past. Determined to change his unfortunate destiny, she uncovers hidden truths and embarks on a transformative journey filled with healing, self-discovery, and surprising relationships. (TMDb)

Recommendation: Ratman to the Rescue similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Ratman to the Rescue(過街英雄)

2019Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSupernatural PowerComedyJournalist Male LeadPolice Officer Female Lead

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Supernatural Power themes with a 29% similarity match.

Entertainment journalist Tong Leung Sing recently lost his left ear in a car accident but gained mysterious rat abilities after a transplant surgery. He is known for spreading false news for personal gain. His conflict with honest policewoman Sung Hoi Yan leads to both of them losing their jobs. Hoi Yan, with the help of her uncle Ming Kwan Ngai, becomes a private detective. Leung Sing is reluctantly drawn into assisting Hoi Yan in her investigations, especially after she catches him misusing his mystical powers to spy on goddess Ming Cheuk Kei. Tong Mei Fun, a gold digger, is mistreated by wealthy heir Tsui Tsun Wai, leading to a falling out between them. Mei Fun eventually forgives Tsun Wai and offers her support when he faces challenges. Leung Sing becomes increasingly cocky as he relies on his mystical powers to solve cases. Meanwhile, Hoi Yan uncovers the true nature of Kwan Ngai. Leung Sing risks losing his powers and transforming into a rat as he aids Hoi Yan.

Recommendation: Used Good similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Used Good(異搜店)

2021Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSupernatural PowerDeath Of A FatherSuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Supernatural Power themes with a 29% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Soul Driver similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Soul Driver(소울드라이버)

2018South Korea
DeathFantasyInvestigationMysteryWeb SeriesGrim Reaper Male LeadMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

The role of the Soul Driver is far from desirable: his responsibility is to transport souls to the afterlife in his cab. One day, he encounters an elderly man who requests his assistance in locating his brother, from whom he was separated during childhood. However, the Soul Driver's circumstances are about to shift dramatically; he faces disciplinary action due to his carelessness at work and is assigned the daunting mission of locating all the lost souls. He discovers a restaurant that serves comforting meals to these wandering spirits before they transition to the afterlife. There, he meets the owner, who possesses the ability to see the souls and agrees to assist him. The owner also makes a request: to help him reunite with his mother, who passed away long ago. Follow the journey of the Soul Driver and the restaurant owner as they navigate their struggles to support each other in the space between life and the afterlife.

Recommendation: The World (2016) similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The World (2016)(将界)

2016China
ActionFantasySci-FiSupernaturalSupernatural PowerWeb SeriesCrossworlds TravelerDramaMiniseriesSuspenseTeenager Male LeadThrillerTime Travel

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Supernatural Power, and Web Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: The Kidnappers similar to Rise of the Descendants
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The Kidnappers(失控)

2019China
ActionDeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesDoctor Male LeadDramaHematologyKidnappingRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

Upon his release from prison, a enigmatic man wanders through the city that once held fond memories for him, now filled with bitterness. Driven by the desire to lay his daughter to rest and seek revenge on those who ruined his life, he embarks on a dark path. The lives of hematologist Li Xiao Feng, insurance agent Ji Fan, career woman Li Ruo Nan, rebellious daughter Wang Yi Han, and financial elite Liu Ge become intertwined in a kidnapping case that will alter their fates.

Recommendation: My Strange Friend Season 2 similar to Rise of the Descendants
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My Strange Friend Season 2(我的奇怪朋友第二季)

2020China
ActionSci-FiSupernaturalSupernatural PowerWeb SeriesYouthBromanceComedyDramaFriendshipJealousyMultiple MainsSlight Romance

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Supernatural Power, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Wei Yi Chen collaborated with individuals from Linzhou University. Upon further examination, it was revealed that Jiang Dou Dou possessed a secretive and mystical ability. As Wei Yi Chen was on the verge of regaining his superpowers, Dr. Sun Ming made his presence known, orchestrated the capture of Wei Yi Chen and his companions, with intentions of seizing the superpowers for himself, setting the stage for an imminent showdown.

Recommendation: Immortal Destiny similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Immortal Destiny(仙君有劫)

2024China
DeathFantasyInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesWeb Novel AdaptationDeath Of A FatherDramaHistoricalRomanceShort Length SeriesTransmigration

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Fantasy, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

Lu Ning immerses herself in the digital realm in search of the truth behind her father's murder

Recommendation: Towards the Truth similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Towards the Truth(朝云散)

2025China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySupernaturalWeb SeriesFriendshipHistoricalHistorical FictionSong DynastySuspenseTeamworkThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Supernatural, and Web Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

A decade ago, the Shen family was tragically wiped out in a single night, leaving only Shen Song as the sole survivor. Shen Song later took the imperial examination in hopes of seeking vengeance, but instead found himself demoted to a lower social status. At the Huamen Tower fire during the Empress Dowager's Thousand Years Festival, Shen Song exposed the incompetence of the local prefect and caught the emperor's attention. He then teamed up with Gongsun Li, Li Qin Er, Zhan Mao Er, and others to form a detective group, solving numerous peculiar cases and ultimately unraveling the mystery behind the Shen family massacre.

Recommendation: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni similar to Rise of the Descendants
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Higurashi no Naku Koro ni(ひぐらしのなく頃に)

2016Japan
ActionDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySupernaturalAdapted From A GameFriendshipHorrorMiniseriesPsychologicalSuspenseViolence

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 29% similarity match.

Keiichi Maebara relocates to the peaceful village of Hinamizawa in the summer of 1983 and quickly forms friendships with Rena Ryuuguu, Mion Sonozaki, Satoko Houjou, and Rika Furude. However, as the annual festival draws near, he stumbles upon a series of murders and disappearances connected to the village's deity, Oyashiro. His companions maintain a mysterious silence, heightening his sense of unease. As strange occurrences escalate, Keiichi begins to doubt their loyalty, delving into the enigmas of Higurashi When They Cry, a narrative spanning multiple storylines.

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Mop Girl(モップガール)

2007Japan
DeathFantasyInvestigationMurderMysterySupernatural PowerNovel AdaptationAirhead Female LeadClumsy Female LeadComedyTeamworkTime AlteringTime Travel

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Fantasy, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Supernatural Power themes with a 29% similarity match.

Momoko recently began working at a firm that provides funeral services and specializes in crime scene cleanup. To her surprise, she uncovers a remarkable supernatural ability - upon touching an object owned by a recently deceased individual, she is transported back in time and given the opportunity to prevent their premature demise.

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The Lie Detective(谎言真探)

2021China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryWeb SeriesBased On A True StoryPolice Department SettingSuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 28% similarity match.

Twelve years ago, a series of murders shocked the city as the victims, all belonging to the lower class, were discovered in isolated locations. It is suspected that the same individual is behind these crimes, but due to their cunning nature, the case remains unsolved. After relentless investigations and gathering of evidence, the authorities gradually identified the prime suspect. Tragically, while on his way to meet his daughter Ling Ran, the detective Ling Bin was killed in the line of duty while pursuing the suspect. Fast forward twelve years, Ling Bin's daughter Ling Ran (portrayed by Yu Nan) works at the Polygraph Center within the Technical Division of the Criminal Police Detachment. Utilizing polygraph technology, she successfully cracked several major cases and gained recognition. Working alongside Chen Hu, the head of the Interpol Detachment Crime Unit (played by Xing Jiadong), the two partners, despite differing approaches to solving criminal investigations, share a deep understanding but are faced with a series of enigmas. Based on a true story, this series was produced by Xiaoran Pictures and Kujing Pictures, starring Yu Nan and Xing Jiadong in their second collaboration after many years.

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Eko Eko Azarak ~Eye~(エコエコアザラク ~眼~)

2004Japan
DemonInvestigationMysterySupernaturalSupernatural PowerAdapted From A MangaHorrorSpiritSuspense

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Demon, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Supernatural Power themes with a 28% similarity match.

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The Supernatural Agent(특수공인중개사 오덕훈)

2022South Korea
FantasyInvestigationMysterySupernaturalWeb SeriesMiniseriesReal Estate Agent Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Web Series themes with a 28% similarity match.

After studying psychic science at MIT and working as a researcher at the National Forensic Service, Oh Deok Hoon surprised many by becoming a licensed real estate agent. His unique skill set is now being utilized to unravel peculiar and enigmatic cases connected to properties. What is the secret behind Deok Hoon's abilities, and what motivated him to transition into real estate?

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Honcho Azumi Season 4(ハンチョウ ~神南署安積班~ シリーズ4)

2011Japan
ActionDeathInvestigationMurderMysteryNovel AdaptationBlackmailDetective Male LeadExplosion

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 28% similarity match.

One day, a shuttle bus explodes in the area covered by Jinnan Precinct. Suda Saburo, a member of the Violent Crimes Section in the precinct, was on the bus chasing a habitual pickpocket. Despite numerous casualties, Suda manages to escape with minor injuries. Unfortunately, his colleague who was with him did not survive, leaving Suda in shock. Inspector Takano from the First Investigative Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police forms a special task force to investigate the incident, suspecting it may be the work of international terrorists. The team, including the Azumi unit, is warned to proceed cautiously. A mysterious individual contacts the team, threatening a second explosion and demanding 500 million yen by the next day. With Inspector Takano's approval, Azumi prepares a case filled with fake money and heads to a rooftop as instructed. The team strategically places members around the building, while Suda and Murasame support Inspector Takano. The mystery man orders Azumi to scatter the money, leading to a tense situation as time runs out. Suddenly, news of an explosion at a park reaches Jinnan Precinct, leaving Takano and Murasame distressed. Later that night, the criminal demands 1 billion yen in exchange for a four-day delay. The question remains: how will the Azumi team react?

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Rakuen(楽園)

2017Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySupernaturalNovel AdaptationKidnappingMiniseriesPsychological

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 28% similarity match.

A widely discussed event has taken place in Japan involving the Doizaki couple who murdered their 15-year-old daughter and concealed her body beneath their home for 16 years. One day, Toshiko Hagitani, a homemaker, visits Shigeko Maehata, an employee at a small publishing company, to share her suspicion that her 12-year-old son Hitoshi may possess a unique ability to see the memories of others. Toshiko shows Shigeko a drawing created by Hitoshi depicting a girl with a pale face lying in a house topped with a bat-shaped weather vane, resembling the Doizaki couple case. Intrigued, Shigeko decides to investigate further, but tragically, Hitoshi passes away in a car accident. Meanwhile, the Doizaki couple's lawyer informs their daughter Seiko that they have severed all ties with her. Concurrently, a female high school student is reported missing.

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Legend of Yunze(云泽传)

2021China
ActionDemonFantasyInvestigationMysteryWeb SeriesAdventureComedyLGBTQ+Lesbian RomanceNice Female LeadRomanceWuxiaXianxia

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Demon, Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, and Web Series themes with a 27% similarity match.

Cultivator Jiang Zhao Yun's sword, Tange, guides her to Changshui Village, where a mysterious young woman named A Ze has recently appeared. Sensing something peculiar happening in the village, A Ze proposes to Zhao Yun that they investigate together. Through their joint efforts, they uncover the truth behind the strange occurrences in Changshui Village. With A Ze's help, Zhao Yun, who previously held negative beliefs about demons, comes to understand that humans can possess even more cruelty and greed than demons. Following the events in Changshui Village, the two decide to journey together to Mount Qingyuan.

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The Silent Criminal(双夭记)

2020China
ActionDeathInvestigationMysterySupernaturalWeb SeriesBromanceComedyCrime Solving DuoFriendshipInvestigator Male LeadOrphan Male LeadSmart Male LeadWuxia

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Mystery, Supernatural, and Web Series themes with a 27% similarity match.

In a peaceful village, robbers try to steal a powerful weapon but discover the container is empty and are suddenly killed. Long Yao, a brave fighter, goes incognito to discover what happened to the weapon and encounters Shi Jing Yao, a local detective whom he distrusts at first but later teams up with. At the same time, outlaw Li Huang Wu seeks retribution for her father, while Zhao Ge, a formidable sorceress, seeks her own version of justice.

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The Game: Towards Zero(더 게임: 0시를 향하여)

2020South Korea
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySupernaturalSupernatural PowerChild AbandonmentOrphan Female LeadPsychologicalRich Male LeadSmart Male LeadSuspenseTeamworkThriller

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Supernatural, and Supernatural Power themes with a 27% similarity match.

When Kim Tae Pyung gazes into someone's eyes, he witnesses the moments leading up to their demise

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Sisyphus(在劫难逃)

2020China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySci-FiWeb SeriesConspiracyCrimeDramaFamilyLife Or DeathResurrectionRevengeTime Altering

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Sci-Fi, and Web Series themes with a 27% similarity match.

Zhang Hai Feng resigns from his position as a police officer following the tragic loss of his daughter, Duo Duo. However, a serial killer investigation uncovers new evidence related to the accident that claimed Duo Duo's life. Determined to uncover the truth, Zhang Hai Feng embarks on a quest to track down the serial killer, ultimately sacrificing his own life in the process. Upon awakening, he finds himself transported back in time to the day before his death. Utilizing a mysterious wormhole, he sets out to prevent Duo Duo's untimely demise. As he delves deeper into the lives of those around him, Zhang Hai Feng unravels a complex web of deceit and conspiracy that was set in motion two decades earlier.

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My Strange Friend(我的奇怪朋友第一季)

2020China
ActionSci-FiSupernaturalSupernatural PowerWeb SeriesYouthBromanceComedyFlashback To PastJealousyMagicMultiple MainsSlight RomanceStudent Male Lead

Like Rise of the Descendants, this drama also features Action, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Supernatural Power, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a collection of individuals possessing distinct abilities such as mind-reading, future sight, electricity manipulation, telekinesis, and invisibility. Wei Yi Chen awoke one morning to find that he had developed superhuman powers stemming from his continuously evolving genetic makeup. Through physical contact with someone's face, he can perceive their thoughts. However, Wei Yi Chen soon realizes that his other abilities are gradually fading. Interestingly, his powers have been transferred to Nan Ruo Yi, who now possesses the gift of generating electricity, and Duan Mu Hao, who can foresee the future.