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In Hong Kong, urban legends blend together the past and present. Folklore expert Rosina Lam and journalist Edwin Siu delve into crimes associated with the Bride's Pool legend while exploring urban myths. Their investigation uncovers the mysterious history of Moon Lau, a bride-to-be, and they also follow up on the research left unfinished by Rosina's missing mentor, suspecting foul play behind his disappearance. Along the way, they cross paths with police officer Jonathan Cheung, whose family has a connection to the fox spirit tale. As Rosina delves deeper into her investigation, it leads her to her mother's pawnshop, while Edwin is shocked to discover that his father is alive.

Jung Ki Hoon, a researcher specializing in paranormal activity, undergoes a transformation following an unexpected incident. He is now the editor of Monthly Strange Story, a publication and online platform. His former spouse, Lee Soo Jin, persuades him to visit Jinyang County to investigate a "Gwibul" (a Buddhist statue believed to be possessed by an evil entity), leading them to encounter frightening occurrences. Lee Soo Jin, who used to work as an archaeologist, is on a quest for answers following the tragic loss of her child, and encounters unsettling events in the county. The local residents, including police chief Han Seok Hee, her son Han Do Kyung, governor Kwon Jong Soo, and mischief-maker Kwak Yong Joo, also find themselves entangled in strange happenings.

As the upcoming New Year draws near, an unexpected landslide has resulted in the entrapment of 13 individuals inside Luobai Department Store, an aging retail complex located in Haizhou City

Five students intrigued by a chilling tale, opt to embark on a journey to Kanchanaburi, a city and forest in Thailand with a history of strange occurrences. Unbeknownst to them, entering the eerie woods to craft horror stories and attaching their names to it is a guarantee of their demise.

The tale of a boatman and a corrupt police officer evolving from strangers to close friends. (Dramawiki)

The narrative follows ten individuals who are given an opportunity to rewind their lives by one year. However, as their destinies become altered, unforeseen and enigmatic circumstances begin to unfold. Ji Hyung Joo, a detective in the violent crimes unit, previously served in the traffic police before earning a promotion for apprehending a wanted criminal. Seven years have passed since that pivotal moment, and he is a skilled professional who has mastered the art of unwinding. Initially excited about the prospect of reversing time to "reset" his life, he soon embarks on a quest for the truth after a troubling series of strange occurrences impacts the group he travels back in time with. (Soompi, MBC)

During a school trip, a group of sophomore students at Yooil High School are compelled to participate in a dangerous mafia game. As tension rises, Lee Yoon Seo uses her keen logic to try and evade the game, while class leader Kim Jun Hee relies on his strong sense of morality to stay alive. Additionally, Oh Jung Won, the highest achieving student who is shunned by his peers, must form alliances to ensure his survival.

An unexpected invitation gathered 8 friends at a mountain getaway to uncover a time capsule from their high school years. They stumbled upon a long-buried scandal that stirred up old resentments and animosity. The discovery of the first corpse shattered their fragile bond. The appearance of a second body marked the beginning of a deadly game. As the body count climbed and their escape route was cut off, the one hesitant to take action could be the next victim.

Following their defeat by Darker, the special task force is at a loss. With their captain implicated in a murder and Darker still at large, they decide to shift their focus to an old hostage case. While digging through old records, they uncover the true identity of Darker and a potential police cover-up. Identifying the culprit and the victim proves to be more challenging than expected. The team must act swiftly to find the real criminal before Darker eliminates them one by one.

Oda Naomi had dreams of working as a curator in an art gallery, but she currently holds a position at a department store where she caters to VIP clients. Despite her job, she is dissatisfied with her current situation. One day, her college friend, Hattori Kanako, pays her a visit at her apartment and reveals that she is being physically abused by her husband, Tatsuro, who is a high-ranking employee at a bank. Kanako is hesitant to leave her husband out of fear for her life, as he becomes violent when under stress. When Naomi spots a Chinese stowaway who bears a striking resemblance to Kanako's husband, she devises a plan to eliminate him. With Kanako's cooperation, they put their plan into action.

In the beginning of summer, Maebara Keiichi relocated to a secluded mountain village. He quickly formed strong bonds with a group of girls and was enjoying his new life in the village. However, his perception of his friends, Ry g Rena, Sonozaki Mion, and others, started to change as he began to suspect their involvement in the annual summer murders. Keiichi's once peaceful life took a dark turn as he discovered a sewing needle in his food, was pursued by unknown individuals, and narrowly escaped a life-threatening accident. His trust in those around him shattered, leading to a series of mysteries and a shocking, violent conclusion.

A creature resembling a serpent emerged and swiftly ensnared the elderly fisherman with its tongue before dragging him away. Shortly after, an 18-year-old named Xin Rui emerged, her body covered in slime and occasional scales visible on her face. High school student Fu Junhao noticed Xin Rui and brought her back to his home. Subsequently, individuals began disappearing on the island one by one. While searching for their missing friends, Xin Rui and Fu Junhao stumbled upon a hidden underground facility on the island. Inside the underground base, they encountered the snake-like creatures. Questions arose about Xin Rui's true identity and her connection to the monsters. As the truth unraveled, Fu Junhao, unknowingly, found himself caught in a catastrophic event.

The show maintains the fantasy and horror elements seen in the previous seasons, exploring 12 unique tales including talking speakers, floor-growing wigs, hidden black and white photos, a mysterious washing machine, and a phone call from a parallel world. Each episode features a different cursed story.

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)

During a decline in the film industry, Yiping Film Company introduced a groundbreaking reality show titled "Exploring the Live Cave". Renowned actor Li Kai Xuan and several regular individuals participated in the show, only to encounter a series of eerie and unsettling events. They found themselves ensnared in a mysterious individual's trap, leading them to face challenges that tested their humanity. As they navigated through these trials, a horrifying truth gradually came to light. (WeTV)

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

New series related to Zero Ikkaku Senkin Game now available for streaming on Hulu. This spin-off will delve into the backstory of the main character Zero, portrayed by Shigeaki Kato from the popular idol group NEWS. The focus will be on Zero's three friends, portrayed by the remaining members of NEWS - Keiichiro Koyama, Takahisa Masuda, and Yuya Tegoshi - in both the TV series and the Hulu exclusive.

A small theater group called "ENGINE" is currently rehearsing in a rundown building near Tsutenkaku Tower in Osaka. The group's young members, led by actress Yamaguchi Mai, are putting in extra effort to prepare for their upcoming performance in Tokyo. Their current production is "DICE," which is the troupe's most well-known work and was first staged a decade ago. The group's leader, Mr. Shigemori, is particularly excited about the Tokyo performance but is starting to feel dissatisfied with the rehearsals. However, everything changes when Mai comes across a VHS tape labeled "DICE" in the company's archives. This tape contains footage from the original performance ten years ago. After watching the tape, Mai and her friends start experiencing strange and unexplainable events around them.

In 1984, a potential serial killer resurfaced with a horrifying explosion that rocked the city. Fast forward to 2019, and new evidence of these crimes has emerged. Join detective Jae Hwan, profiler Eugene, and surgeon Jung Yeop as they work together to crack both the old and recent cases. Their main suspect is known as "Chimera," named after the mythical creature with a lion's head, goat's body, and serpent's tail. To catch the culprit, they must uncover the connections between these crimes spanning over three decades. Could the key to solving the mystery lie in the legend of the Chimera?

After a former criminal was unexpectedly granted the ability to see spirits, his life took a dramatic turn. Spirits sought his assistance one by one, beginning with the deceased. What messages were they trying to convey to him?

As a young girl, Natsuki Aizawa experienced a traumatic kidnapping incident that deeply affected her. Throughout her upbringing, she leaned on her close friend Kentaro Yuki for support. Currently, she is pursuing a degree in physics at a college. Unexpectedly, she crosses paths with the newly hired professor Shuya Tatsumi, leading to a series of mysterious occurrences in her life. It is revealed that Shuya is a time traveler who moves between different points in time.

After graduating from high school, Shintani Yosuke decided to move away from his hometown to escape the painful memories of his late brother and a cruel teacher. However, he recently returned to his hometown due to a job transfer. During a school reunion, he reunited with three old friends from his high school days. Together, they took revenge on their former teacher who used to physically punish students. The incident resulted in the teacher's death, which came as a shock to Yosuke and his friends who initially viewed it as a harmless prank.

Five people - Lin Yuan Su, Die Qi, Qiu Ling, Xia Gu Duo, and Zhou Qi - come together during a quest to find a lost dog. Despite their diverse backgrounds, they decide to establish a team dedicated to locating missing persons. Through their collaboration, they build a profound bond and uncover the real significance of their mission. As their friendship grows stronger, Lin Yuan Su gains the confidence to embark on a search for his absent father, with the support of his companions.

The story focuses on a group consisting of trendy Fang Yuan, prodigy Mi Ruo, lively Luo Xin, and sociable Niu Meng. Together, they operate a firm specialized in handling various insurance investigations. (ChineseDrama.info)

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

Cheung Sing Hei served time in prison after being convicted of killing his stepfather. Surprisingly, his cousin Tong Lap Yeen was the main witness in the case. After a decade behind bars, Sing Hei is released, only to find that Lap Yeen has become a prominent figure in the city, while his own reputation is tarnished. Feeling frustrated and suspicious about the events of ten years ago, Sing Hei is determined to uncover the truth behind his stepfather's murder. Through his own investigation, he identifies the true culprit, but struggles to find a motive or concrete evidence. This is a story of Sing Hei's quest to reveal the truth and clear his name.

Trick 2 continues to explore the peculiar bond between Yamada Naoko, a talented but jobless magician, and Ueda Jiro, a physics instructor who is skeptical of the supernatural. Through each narrative, we are introduced to these amusing personalities, as well as Police Officer Yabe and Naoko's mother.

Once, there existed a special mailbox where children could seek justice against abusive adults. The Neverland Devil would punish these wrongdoers upon receiving a letter from a child. However, after a certain incident, the Neverland Devil vanished without a trace. A decade later, a man named Soejima Rikiya, who used to be a mail carrier but now works at a hospice, receives a cryptic message hinting at the Neverland Devil's return. In response, Soejima decides to return to his former job at the post office. Meanwhile, a murder victim is discovered by the river, with a note in their mouth suggesting the Neverland Devil's resurgence. Soejima Rikiya finds himself entangled in the investigation of this serial killer known as the Neverland Devil.

A murder investigation unfolded in Xincang City involving the death of Xiao Hai Yun, the owner of a real estate company. Xiao had recently teamed up with Zhou Guo Qin, a police captain, to uncover corruption within the development zone led by Xu Zhong Lu. Tragically, Zhou died while pursuing the killer. This led to suspicions falling on Jiang Dong Zhi, a taxi driver involved in the case, who decided to go on the run. As young officer Lu Yang searched for Jiang, he unraveled the complexities surrounding the case. Jiang, evading capture, used clues left by Zhou and his own methods to seek the truth.

Tetsuo Nagai works as a probation officer, helping to reform young offenders and guide them towards a better path. He leads a content life with his wife and son until tragedy strikes. His wife is murdered and his son is severely injured in an attack, leaving Nagai to grapple with the assailant who ultimately escapes. Nagai rushes his son to his father-in-law's hospital, only for his son to be targeted again and left in a coma. As police detectives investigate, Nagai becomes a prime suspect due to mounting evidence against him. Feeling cornered, he decides to go on the run in a desperate attempt to clear his name and uncover the true culprit, all while his son fights for his life in the hospital.

Xia Dong Qing, a seemingly invisible individual, possesses a unique ability to perceive the existence of otherworldly beings. Raised in an orphanage, he recently completed his university studies and is now focused on preparing for a postgraduate entrance exam and seeking employment. In the midst of his endeavors, Dong Qing lands a job at 444 Convenience Store. Rumored to be haunted after midnight, the store actually serves as a portal connecting two distinct dimensions in space. (iQiyi)

The drama follows a band of courageous and unknown volunteers who initiate a battle of wits and bravery against criminals to uphold justice

Zhong Kun, a young man who lived a normal life, experienced a major turning point at 25. He was puzzled by the unusual occurrences he frequently witnessed. With a strong sense of justice instilled in him by his aunt, Zhong Kun found himself unexpectedly joining the criminal investigation team. Teaming up with "computer expert" Shan Zi, he worked on solving challenging cases and delving into the mysterious circumstances surrounding his parents' death in a series of unique investigations.

An assortment of peculiar items that document the anomalies of contemporary culture. From bizarre tales of terror to unsettling urban rumors and unimaginable occurrences of the supernatural... each page recounts a tale of misfortune. (bilibili)

He Jun, a dedicated detective, crosses paths with Gu Ming Zhe, an enthusiastic criminal profiler. Gu Ming Zhe's life takes a turn when he stumbles upon a strange old phone that links him to Cao Zheng, a bumbling but determined detective missing for two decades and calling from 1998. Together, they tackle unsolvable cold cases.

Zhong Mei Bao, the owner of a charming café, was discovered deceased in her apartment at Horizon Tower, her face adorned with doll-like makeup

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.

The initial connection between lawyer Shing Wai Shun and exotic dancer Hung Long Kiu starts with a mobile phone. Kiu's behavior towards Shun has been inconsistent, leaving him feeling unsure about her intentions. Feeling suspicious, Shun decides to investigate discreetly. With the help of his friend Kwan Ho Ching, Shun discovers that Kiu is dating wealthy businessman Ko Wing Tai. When confronted by Shun, Kiu admits that she is after Tai's money and advises him to give up on her. It is revealed that a mysterious individual has been manipulating Kiu from the shadows.

Xiao Bei Ming, renowned as Qi's top detective, goes on the run after being wrongfully accused of a series of murders. After three years, he makes his way back to the capital, teaming up with his protégé, Zhong Xue Man, along with a clever and brave group of allies: Feng Qing Zhuo, Huo Dai Rong, Tong Shuang, and Zhuge Kong Yun. Together, they tackle a series of bizarre cases, unveil the mysteries surrounding the Night Evil, restore order in Qi, and safeguard the citizens of the world.

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.

This tale unfolds three months prior to the formation of KSBC. During Fushimi's absence, the trio of investigators at the Fushimi Detective Agency receive a message from Fushimi tasking them with looking into the case of a married woman named "Ishiyama Reiko". The client is Reiko's spouse, Takahiro, and they have a young child. As they delve into the investigation, they soon discover that things are not quite what they appear to be...

Fifteen years prior, a young girl was abducted while walking home from school, and at that time, a young Park Hae Yeong, who was in elementary school, witnessed the incident. A few days later, the girl’s body was discovered, but the authorities failed to apprehend the perpetrator. As the years passed, Hae Yeong began to lose faith in the police. Now, fifteen years later, he has become a police officer and a criminal profiler. One day, he comes across a walkie-talkie that enables him to communicate with Detective Lee Jae Han from the past. Together with fellow officers Hae Yeong, Jae Han, and Cha Soo Hyun, they embark on a mission to uncover unresolved cases.

A private investigator has been hired by a group of eight mysterious artists to locate a hidden masterpiece in their works through solving puzzles. The artwork is valued at one billion dollars and was created by a renowned artist whose identity remains unknown.

A private detective has been assigned a new case by a group of mysterious artists. His objective is to examine their paintings and uncover a valuable masterpiece by solving various puzzles. The artwork is worth a billion dollars and was created by a renowned artist whose identity remains unknown.

The tale revolves around Lin Qiang, a young recruit fresh from the police academy, who tragically lost her parents at the hands of a notorious drug kingpin. In a bid to gather incriminating evidence, the police force enlists Lin Qiang to embark on an undercover mission. During her covert operation, she crosses paths with the enigmatic adopted son, Zhang Xian He, of the reigning drug lord. To extract crucial information about the criminal organization, Lin Qiang feigns affection towards him, all the while grappling with conflicting emotions. Zhang Xian He, upon uncovering her true identity, finds himself torn as well.

The narrative kicks off with a tragic incident where a group of children succumbs to a severe contagious illness. Ling Ruo Yu, a youthful deputy director at the State-owned Assets Supervision and Inspection Office (SASSO), discovers a shipment of cotton fabrics contaminated with the virus. As the investigation progresses, it reveals a web of internal and external collusion, organized fraud, misappropriation of state-owned assets, and other major criminal activities.

Located in the gritty industrial region of northeastern China, this story follows a young police officer as he delves into the investigation of a taxi driver's murder. As he uncovers clues, he realizes that a childhood friend may have a connection to the crime. Unraveling the mystery layer by layer, he exposes a past that was buried 12 years ago. This storyline is based on the novel "Moses on the Plain" by Shuang Xue Tao.