Special Labor Inspector Jo - Asian drama recommendation
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Special Labor Inspector Jo(특별근로감독관 조장풍)

2019South Korea
ActionBoss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadEx-spouse RelationshipMature Male LeadNice Male LeadPower StruggleRighteous Male LeadSatireSlight RomanceTeamwork

A social satire drama focused on holding the affluent members of society accountable. It centers around Jo Jin Gap, formerly a member of the national judo team, whose aspiration to become a physical education teacher falls apart after he is expelled due to his temper. Subsequently, Jin Gap takes on the role of a civil servant prioritizing safety, serving as a labor inspector for the Ministry of Employment and Labor. (HanCinema)

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Recommendation: Pegasus Market similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Pegasus Market(쌉니다 천리마마트)

2019South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadNice Male LeadTeamworkAdapted From A WebtoonBromanceCharacter DevelopmentCorruptionPoor Male LeadSupermarket Setting

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, Nice Male Lead, and Teamwork themes with a 35% similarity match.

"Cheap Cheonlima Mart" narrates the experiences of workers at a struggling store where the employees take precedence over the customers. As the manager endeavors to breathe new life into the mart, they face opposition from the "human bulldozer" boss who seeks to sabotage the establishment. Moon Seok Gu, a somewhat naive shopkeeper, aspires to elevate Cheonlima Mart to the top of the retail sector. Despite his apparent lack of sharpness, he harbors ambitions of securing a position at the Daemae Group headquarters by revitalizing the mart. Jung Bok Dong, a brilliant manager, plots revenge against Daema Group by undermining Cheonlima Mart. Previously a board director at Daema Group, he was held in high regard by the CEO for his keen insights and meticulous nature, but he was abruptly demoted to oversee Cheonlima Mart. He aims to bring the store down by employing individuals who have faced significant failures in life and are deemed unlikely to be hired elsewhere. (Soompi)

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Introverted Boss(내성적인 보스)

2017South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadNice Male LeadTeamworkHealingRich Male LeadRomanceSassy Female LeadSmart Male LeadSuccessful Male LeadTrauma

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, Nice Male Lead, and Teamwork themes with a 33% similarity match.

A spirited young employee starts working at a public relations agency, where she encounters a reserved and often misjudged leader. Determined to reveal his true nature to the world, Chae Ro Un is driven by a singular purpose: to uncover the real character of her superior, Eun Hwan Ki, and seek her retribution. She holds him responsible for her family's decline. (DramaFever)

Recommendation: Leverage similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Leverage(레버리지: 사기조작단)

2019South Korea
ActionComedyNice Male LeadPower StruggleSlight RomanceTeamworkBadass Female LeadCorruptionCrimeFraudFriendshipLeadershipMysterySmart Male Lead

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Nice Male Lead, Power Struggle, Slight Romance, and Teamwork themes with a 27% similarity match.

Introducing Lee Tae Joon, a former investigator of insurance claims who has transitioned into a cunning strategist for scams

Recommendation: Legal High similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Legal High(리갈하이)

2019South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadSatireSlight RomanceEccentric Female LeadLawMultiple MainsMysteryNaive Female LeadRivalrySismanceTrauma

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Comedy, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, Satire, and Slight Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Go Tae Rim is an attorney known for his arrogance and sharp comments, yet he boasts an impeccable record of winning every case. The thought of losing is unimaginable for him, as achieving victories is his top priority. His fees for legal services are extraordinarily high. On the other hand, Seo Jae In is an enthusiastic newcomer in the legal field. She is determined to assist clients who find themselves in unjust circumstances. Recognizing that lawyers who fail to win cases are ineffective, Seo Jae In chooses to collaborate with Go Tae Rim.

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Radiant Office(자체발광 오피스)

2017South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaNice Male LeadTeamworkCompetitionHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadMisunderstandingNice Female LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadTerminal Illness

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Drama, Nice Male Lead, and Teamwork themes with a 27% similarity match.

After encountering numerous unsuccessful job interviews, Ho Won unexpectedly learns that she has only six months to live. Just when her situation appears bleak, she secures a job opportunity. Determined to seize control of her life, she undergoes a transformation into a bold and confident woman. This series resonates with young individuals grappling with a tough reality and limited prospects. Within the workplace depicted in the show, a cultural divide exists between the outspoken, youthful employees and the older staff who are apprehensive about impending layoffs. Simultaneously, the series highlights the importance of open dialogue and empathy as a way to bridge these gaps. (MBC)

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The Swimsuit Saga(乘风踏浪)

2024China
BusinessComedyDramaSlight RomanceFamilyLife

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Drama, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Umi no Ue no Shinryoujo similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Umi no Ue no Shinryoujo(海の上の診療所 )

2013Japan
ComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadSlight RomanceDoctor Male LeadMedical

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Doctor Kouta Sezaki operates on a mobile clinic that travels across the Seto Inland Sea. Despite his medical expertise, he has a tendency to develop strong feelings for women he encounters. During a visit to an island, Kouta becomes enamored with a local woman and becomes entangled in her medical issues, enlisting the help of others. However, his romantic advances are rebuffed, and he sadly continues his journey to the next destination.

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BG: Personal Bodyguard(BG~身辺警護人~)

2018Japan
ActionBoss-Employee RelationshipDramaNice Male LeadTeamworkBodyguard Male LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFather-Son RelationshipPhysically Strong Male LeadPolice Department SettingSmart Male LeadStaged KidnappingThriller

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Boss-Employee Relationship, Drama, Nice Male Lead, and Teamwork themes with a 23% similarity match.

Shimazaki Akira resides with his son, who is in middle school. Previously employed as a bodyguard, he now serves as a security officer at a construction site following an incident. The security company he works for introduces a new bodyguard department. Concealing his history as a bodyguard, Akira Shimazaki embarks on his new role as a beginner bodyguard.

Recommendation: Gakeppuchi Hotel similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Gakeppuchi Hotel(崖っぷちホテル!)

2018Japan
BusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadSlight RomanceBusiness FailureClingy Female LeadDebtFamily BusinessHotel ManagementHotel SettingMiniseriesSlapstick

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, and Slight Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

A once exclusive hotel located on the outskirts, known only to a select few, is facing financial troubles with a debt of 300 million yen. The staff, who lack motivation and skills, are unable to turn the situation around. The young and hardworking general manager Sakuri Sana, inexperienced patissier Hourai Haru, boat racing-obsessed sous chef Eguchi Ryuji, amenities thief cleaner Yoshimura Naomi, constantly intoxicated bartender Edakawa Kozue, and assistant general manager Tokisada Masao suspected of embezzlement, are all struggling to keep the hotel afloat. However, everything changes when a mysterious guest named Ukai Naoya arrives, causing tension among the prideful staff. Little do they know, his presence will completely revolutionize the hotel's fate.

Recommendation: Misaeng: Incomplete Life similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Misaeng: Incomplete Life(미생)

2014South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessDramaNice Male LeadTeamworkAdapted From A WebtoonFriendshipGender DiscriminationHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeSmart Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Drama, Nice Male Lead, and Teamwork themes with a 23% similarity match.

Jang Geu Rae, once a talented Go player, faces difficulties after his aspiration to become a professional in the game falls short. He finds himself interning at One International, where he encounters another intern, An Yeong Yi. Together, they deal with the pressures of working under the strict Section Chief Oh Sang Shik and contend with the driven Jang Baek Ki. As Geu Rae adapts to the corporate environment, he makes an effort to preserve his sense of self.

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Suits(슈츠)

2018South Korea
ActionBusinessDramaNice Male LeadSlight RomanceAttorney Male LeadBromanceHidden IdentityLawMnemonist Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadPoor Male LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Business, Drama, Nice Male Lead, and Slight Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Renowned attorney Choi Gang Seok is celebrated as the top closer at the esteemed Kang & Ham Law Firm

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BOSS Season 2(ボス 2)

2011Japan
ActionComedyDramaTeamworkInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Procedural

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Drama, and Teamwork themes with a 22% similarity match.

At the conclusion of season 1, Eriko Osawa receives a phone call on her cell phone while at Narita International Airport, just before departing the country. This call prompts her to come back to the special detective unit to tackle a case with far-reaching implications.

Recommendation: Kenshiro ni Yoroshiku similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Kenshiro ni Yoroshiku(ケンシロウによろしく)

2023Japan
ActionComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadAdapted From A MangaRevengeViolenceViolence Against Children

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Drama, and Eccentric Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

The manga series "Kenshiro ni Yoroshiku" by Jasmine Gyuh follows a young man seeking vengeance against the yakuza through mastering the "assassination fist" technique. As he matures, he discovers that his martial arts skills are not meant for lethal purposes. The story combines elements of love, revenge, and inspiration.

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Legal High(リーガル・ハイ)

2012Japan
BusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadSatireCriminal Justice SystemEpisodic FormatEx Comes BackInvestigationLawLaw Firm SettingMysteryRivalrySmart Male Lead

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, and Satire themes with a 22% similarity match.

Lawyer Komikado Kensuke is motivated by wealth, status, and the opposite sex, boasting an impeccable track record in the legal field

Recommendation: The Uncanny Counter similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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The Uncanny Counter(경이로운 소문)

2020South Korea
ActionDramaNice Male LeadRighteous Male LeadTeamworkEvil SpiritFound FamilyHidden IdentityMultiple MainsMysteryOrphan Male LeadSchool BullyingSpiritSupernatural

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Drama, Nice Male Lead, Righteous Male Lead, and Teamwork themes with a 22% similarity match.

A team of demon hunters known as Counters operates covertly at a noodle shop to capture malevolent spirits in search of immortality

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Falling for Innocence(순정에 반하다)

2015South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadCold Man-Warm WomanConglomerateHardworking Female LeadIllnessLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstMean Male LeadRomanceSecret Crush

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Drama, and Eccentric Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Min Ho, an unyielding investment banker, is a jaded and sociopathic character molded by a distressing history marked by his father's demise, which resulted in a hostile acquisition of the family enterprise

Recommendation: The Secret Life of My Secretary similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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The Secret Life of My Secretary(초면에 사랑합니다)

2019South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadDisabilityDouble IdentityProsopagnosiaRich Male LeadRich Woman-Poor ManRomanceSecondary CoupleSecret CrushSmart Male Lead

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Drama, and Eccentric Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Do Min Ik is a smart, detail-oriented individual with a tough exterior, serving as the Chief of Team 1 at T&T Mobile Media

Recommendation: In the Realm of Success similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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In the Realm of Success(公私戀事多)

2001Hong Kong
BusinessComedyDramaNice Male LeadPower StruggleCo-workers' RelationshipFamily BusinessHotel ManagementNice Female LeadRomanceSassy Female LeadSisters' RelationshipSlow Burn RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Drama, Nice Male Lead, and Power Struggle themes with a 22% similarity match.

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Jugglers(저글러스)

2017South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadCalm Male LeadFrenemyHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadNerdy Male LeadOblivious Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadSuccessful Male Lead

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Drama, and Eccentric Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

In this romantic-comedy drama set in an office, a secretary characterized by her submissive and compliant nature encounters a boss who is entirely indifferent to others and shows no regard for their feelings. (KBS World)

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Ms. Temper & Nam Jung Gi(욱씨남정기)

2016South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadBusiness IndustryCosmetic IndustryEmotionally Strong Female LeadIndependent Female LeadLifeMarketing IndustryNaive Male LeadSmart Female LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Drama, and Eccentric Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Da Jung, the youngest supervisor in her company, is infamous for her fiery temperament and three failed marriages, which have led to her being viewed with suspicion and contempt. She is stern and unaffected by others' views. In stark contrast, Jung Gi is a gentle and passive individual, often perceived as overly compliant. Following a series of events, Da Jung is promoted to become Jung Gi's superior, and her domineering style of management disrupts his life significantly. Nevertheless, as Jung Gi faces these obstacles, his quiet determination begins to create a stir in the workplace.

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Team Bulldog: Off-Duty Investigation(번외수사)

2020South Korea
ActionComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadTeamworkDetective FictionDetective Male LeadEccentric Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryPolice Department SettingSmart Female Lead

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, and Teamwork themes with a 22% similarity match.

Renowned for his fervent and remarkably efficient detective skills, Jin Gang Ho will go to any lengths to apprehend the criminals he is tasked with tracking down. Employing all possible methods, Gang Ho exceeds the expectations of his role to capture wrongdoers. Although his spirited approach makes him an exceptional investigator, it complicates his interactions with teammates. With a fervor for cracking even the most challenging cases, Gang Ho has come to prefer working solo. That is, until he encounters Kang Mu Yeong. An overly eager producer of a low-rated investigative show, Mu Yeong shares Gang Ho’s fervent dedication to solving crimes and apprehending offenders. United by their shared zeal for their work, they decide to join forces to improve the world around them. Before long, they are accompanied on their mission by a former criminal profiler, a bar CEO and renowned fighter who has turned over a new leaf, as well as a funeral director who once led the premier autopsy team at the National Forensic Service. This eclectic group quickly evolves into a formidable force in the realm of crime-fighting.

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Lucky with You(三生有幸遇上你)

2021China
ActionBoss-Employee RelationshipBusinessDramaNice Male LeadArchitect Male LeadBodyguard Female LeadFather-Son RelationshipImmature Male LeadNice Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRich Male LeadRomanceSecondary Couple

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Drama, and Nice Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

A romance blossoms between a female protector and a former fighter, who is hired to safeguard a stubborn and wealthy client. During a mission to transport important papers, Wu Shiyi rescues Hou Zhirong from a dangerous situation. When Hou Zhirong starts receiving mysterious death threats, he becomes concerned for his son's safety and decides to hire extra security. Recalling Wu Shiyi's composure during the crisis, he selects her to be his son's personal bodyguard. However, Hou Jue is resistant to the idea of a female protector in his life and intentionally creates obstacles for Wu Shiyi. Despite his resistance, she refuses to give up easily.

Recommendation: Lucky Romance similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Lucky Romance(운빨로맨스)

2016South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaNice Male LeadAwkward Female LeadAwkward Male LeadFirst LoveHardworking Female LeadLove TriangleOrphan Female LeadRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceUnlucky Female Lead

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Drama, and Nice Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Following a car accident that puts her sister into a coma, Sim Bo Nui turns to the realm of superstition in hopes of finding a miracle. Two years later, as her sister's condition remains precarious, a fortune teller reveals to Bo Nui that the key to saving her sister lies in spending a night with a man born in the Year of the Tiger. Bo Nui sets out to find Je Su Ho, a brilliant CEO of a leading gaming company, who dismisses superstitions as nonsense. As their paths cross, they develop an unexpected romantic bond, which becomes complicated by the arrival of a childhood friend and her first love.

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Clean with Passion for Now(일단 뜨겁게 청소하라!!)

2018South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadCohabitationHealingHeight DifferenceMysophobiaObsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD)Older Man-Younger WomanPhobiaRich Man-Poor WomanRomance

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Drama, and Eccentric Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Jang Sun Gyeol possesses both affluence and striking looks, yet he grapples with an intense fear of germs. His obsession with cleanliness leads him to run a cleaning business. His life takes a turn when he encounters Gil Oh Sol, a free-spirited and messy girl who starts working at his company. Oh Sol has juggled various part-time jobs in her pursuit of a full-time position, leaving her little time for romance or tidiness. Having abandoned the idea of being organized due to life's harsh realities, she is often seen in her signature tracksuit. Despite her untidy appearance, she has a cheerful demeanor and doesn't shy away from dirt. With Oh Sol's support, Sun Gyeol confronts his mysophobia and finds himself falling for her. (JTBC)

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Parallel Love(时间倒数遇见你)

2020China
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyNice Male LeadPower StruggleChildish Male LeadHardworking Female LeadHidden IdentityLove Hate RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceThrillerTime Travel

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Comedy, Nice Male Lead, and Power Struggle themes with a 22% similarity match.

In the year 2020, Lin Miao, a skilled events coordinator, finds herself transported back to 2010 through a mysterious time-traveling incident. She is given a task: to assist Jiao Yang, the Vice President of Hong Yu, in becoming the company's president within a tight timeframe of 3 months if she wishes to return to her own time. Failure to do so will result in her permanent disappearance. Along the way, a heartwarming love story unfolds between Jiao Yang and Lin Miao.

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Who Sells Bricks in Hong Kong(地產仔)

2020Hong Kong
BusinessComedyDramaTeamworkCross-DressingFriendshipLifeRomanceSlow Burn Romance

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Drama, and Teamwork themes with a 21% similarity match.

The ambitious decorator Ling Wu Fei joined "Myhome Property" founded by Ma Wong because of his admiration for real estate agent Yan Zhu. Along with 'Mang Gai', who claimed to be a science and technology expert, bronze medalist athlete A Luk, and the infatuated accountant 'fat turtle', Ling became a real estate trainee under the leadership of Yu Ge, a female branch manager disguised as a male. Their plan is to obtain a practicing license within three months and challenge the industry leader "Dragon Realty" to prevent Cat Lok, known as the 'industry's grandpa', and Deng's eldest son-in-law from carrying out forced relocations and reconstructions of old districts.

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The Legend of Brown Sugar Chivalries(黑糖群俠傳)

2008Taiwan
ActionComedyDramaSlight RomanceAdventureHistoricalLove TriangleMartial ArtsWuxia

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Drama, and Slight Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The events unfolded at West Side High School, a time when the Jianghu was divided between good and evil forces. Two ancient martial arts books were hidden in different schools, sparking a fierce competition between the two factions to claim them. Possessing the books would grant the holder power to dominate the Jianghu. People from all walks of life, both men and women, gathered to search for the books. Among the students at West Side, Linghu Cong stood out as the most skilled. He cared little for fame and fortune, desiring only to be with Lu Jian Ning. Along the way, he formed a bond with Ren Yin Ying, the reserved daughter of Evil Clan leaders. Guo Jing eventually caught up to Linghu in martial arts prowess and fell in love with Lu Jian Ning. Despite losing his powers after a selfless act, Linghu ultimately mastered the "Gudu Swordfight" and "Yijingjing".

Recommendation: All is Well (2019) similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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All is Well (2019)(你那邊怎樣·我這邊OK)

2019Taiwan
BusinessComedyDramaNice Male LeadPower StruggleChasing A DreamCrimeDeathFamilyFamily DisputeGangHeistMurderRomanceWrongfully Accused

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Drama, Nice Male Lead, and Power Struggle themes with a 21% similarity match.

Guo Hao Sen, aged 34, is a wine trader with diverse interests. In addition to being skilled in pottery and glass art, he also regularly teaches and has a wide range of work handled by art sellers in Venice. Despite his gentle and mild demeanor, his excessively cautious and polite behavior makes it difficult for others to form close relationships with him. As a result, his true identity remains a mystery to many. However, everything changes when a black limousine unexpectedly arrives at his doorstep one day. This marks the moment when Hao Sen reluctantly descends from his high ivory tower into a tangled web of deception and financial schemes.

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Fly With Me (2010)(飛女正傳)

2010Hong Kong
ActionComedyDramaFantasy

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Ada Choi, known as Leung Hau-Chi, is a typical professional woman in her 30s - particular, conceited, and easily annoyed by young and beautiful women. Yearning for love and excitement in her life, Chi feels unhappy and hopeless until she suddenly becomes a superwoman with extraordinary charm and strength. Utilizing her newfound powers, Chi fights for justice, aids the vulnerable, and embarks on incredible adventures. Along the way, she encounters three compassionate men: Kenny Wong as Yeung Ho-Yin, a courageous yet traditional cop; Raymond Cho as Tsu Wing-Fai, a friendly self-made entrepreneur; and Moses Chan as Kan Ming-Hin, a brilliant cosmetic surgeon. To complicate matters, Hin finds himself enamored with both Chi and her superwoman persona. Despite her superhuman abilities, Chi struggles to navigate the realm of true love.

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Go! Go! Go! Operation C9(C9特工)

2020Hong Kong
ActionComedyDramaRomance

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 20% similarity match.

Agent C9 Yue Siu Kiu's affiliated organization is dismantled, leading her to cross paths with vegetable vendor Ko Tai King. After tying the knot, she becomes responsible for taking care of her father-in-law Ko Au, big sister-in-law Ko Ching Lai, younger brother-in-law Ko Tai Kiu, and stepson Ko Hei Long, forming a dysfunctional family unit. Over the course of five years, she transitions into the role of a traditional homemaker. Unexpectedly, her former partner B3 resurfaces after narrowly escaping death, seeking her help in uncovering the mastermind behind their organization's downfall. While concealing the truth from Tai King, Siu Kiu juggles her familial duties and espionage work, struggling to excel in either role. As her true identity is exposed, the terrorist group Black Hole targets Siu Kiu, prompting her to bravely confront them in order to safeguard her loved ones. (TVBAnywhere)

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Swordsman (2001)(刀歌之短刀行)

2001Taiwan
ActionComedyDramaNice Male LeadAdventureHistoricalImposterMartial ArtsRomanceWuxia

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Drama, and Nice Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

The tale kicks off with the murder of Shen Yu Men, the head of the Wulin alliance. A humble chef named Meng Xiao Hua, who bears a striking resemblance to Shen, is forced to take on his identity. Despite lacking any martial arts abilities, Xiao Hua is plunged into a dangerous realm where trust is scarce. Additionally, he becomes entangled in the complicated relationships Shen had with numerous enchanting women.

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Justice Heroes(廉政英雄)

2011Taiwan
ActionComedyDramaCrime

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 20% similarity match.

An intense portrayal of a game of cat and mouse between law enforcement and criminals, packed with raw emotions.

Recommendation: Tie the Knot similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Tie the Knot(媽咪的男朋友)

2014Taiwan
BusinessComedyDramaNice Male LeadFamilyFriendshipIndependent Female LeadMultiple MainsOlder Woman-Younger ManRomance

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Drama, and Nice Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

In life, things do not always go according to plan. Li Xiao Mei, a successful manager at a wedding consulting company, discovers she needs to undergo a procedure to remove her uterus. In order to fulfill her dream of having a child, Xiao Mei decides to use a sperm donor before the operation. Meanwhile, a wedding dress designer named Liu Zi Jun falls for Xiao Mei and competes for her affection against her new boss, Huang Shi Jia. Who will Xiao Mei ultimately choose to marry?

Recommendation: Kafka no Tokyo Zetsubo Nikki similar to Special Labor Inspector Jo
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Kafka no Tokyo Zetsubo Nikki(カフカの東京絶望日記)

2019Japan
ComedyDramaEccentric Male LeadNice Male LeadDesperate Male LeadFriendshipMiniseriesNaive Male LeadPart-time Worker Male LeadWeb SeriesWriter Male Lead

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Eccentric Male Lead, and Nice Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Renowned as the leading novelist of the 20th century, Franz Kafka is best known for his work "The Metamorphosis", where a man awakens to discover he has transformed into a large insect. Kafka is described as being consumed by despair and a sense of desperation, with his struggles unknown to others. Living in Tokyo in the year 2019, Kafka finds himself deeply affected and overwhelmed by the events unfolding around him. Despite his increasing desperation, those who witness his plight are touched by his honesty and seriousness. The suffering and sophistication of Kafka, plagued by despair, may serve as a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of life.

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Sorette Pakuri Janai Desu ka?(それってパクリじゃないですか?)

2023Japan
BusinessComedyDramaSlight RomanceNovel AdaptationCold Man-Warm WomanLawLawyer Male LeadMiniseriesPolar OppositesWorkplace Setting

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Drama, and Slight Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Fujisaki Aki works for "Tsukiyono Drink", a medium-sized beverage company, and has recently joined the Intellectual Property Department. This department is responsible for managing the company's intellectual property rights. Alongside her supervisor, Kitawaki Masayoshi, who is a licensed patent attorney, they collaborate to tackle various challenges encountered by the company. (DramaWiki)

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Stand By Me (2012)(守望的天空)

2012China
BusinessComedyDramaFamilyLife

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Pu Tao is a resilient young woman who learned to be self-reliant from a young age. Her father abandoned the family, and her mother left her at a boarding school to care for her autistic brother. After 17 years of no communication, her mother reappears, leaving Pu Tao to care for two autistic children and dealing with her father's sudden return. She must navigate the challenges of her parents' betrayal while also managing her own family issues.

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Cannot No Mother(不能没有娘)

2012China
ActionComedyDramaFamilyRomance

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The compassionate female teacher from the fishing village Hai Niang defies all odds and takes in eight street children. Qi Guo Lin, the boyfriend of Xiang Lan, assists Hai Niang in her endeavors. Just before her wedding, it is revealed that Hai Niang is terminally ill. Despite this, she orchestrates the marriage of Xiang Lan and Qi Guo Lin and entrusts the care of the eight homeless children to Qi Guo Lin. She quietly departs with a sense of fulfillment, leaving behind a legacy of boundless love. A tombstone inscribed with the word "mother" stands as a symbol of the children's and world's longing. The story is full of twists and turns, evoking tears and admiration for the unwavering love that permeates throughout.

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New Mad Monk(新济公活佛)

2014China
ActionComedyDramaFantasyMartial Arts

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First Season (Reimagining of The Tale of Insane Monk - comparable concept with unique plot twists) - Summary not available at this time -

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The Story of Liu Hai and Jinchan(劉海戲金蟾)

2016China
ActionComedyDramaFantasyHistorical

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Liu Hai possesses extraordinary powers and medical skills as a result of being the reincarnation of an immortal. Despite his abilities, he chooses to live a humble life as a healer and avoids showing off. When falsely accused of a crime, he becomes a fugitive and crosses paths with the fox fairy Hu Xiu Ying. Together, they embark on a journey to locate five legendary items - a zither, chest, scroll, painting, and sword. Throughout their quest, Liu Hai's nemesis, the Golden Toad, becomes consumed by hatred and constantly thwarts their efforts.

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To Be With You (2017)(最佳女配:阿尔法之境)

2017China
ActionComedyDramaRomanceSci-Fi

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Chang Yu Qi is the daughter of a Lou Mei restaurant owner and is always busy assisting her mother with the family business. Despite her packed schedule, Yu Qi dreams of becoming a professional gamer in the popular virtual reality game Alpha Territory. Luckily, she is given the chance to work and train at Alpha Territory with her idol Feng Zhou, who leads the Beta Clan - one of the top teams in the game. As Yu Qi progresses from a beginner to a valued team member, she discovers love, friendship, and the intricate dynamics that accompany them.

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Our Life Is Full of Sunshine(我们的生活充满阳光)

2019China
ComedyDramaTeamworkLife LessonSecurity Guard Male Lead

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With the Spring Festival approaching, the security guards at Aiwei Commercial Building have all gone home for Chinese New Year. In their absence, Zheng Da Shui, the deputy captain of the security team, is working tirelessly to recruit new members. Despite their initial reluctance, Yin Fang, Shuai Guo, Huo Xiao Ni, and Wang Tie Zhu temporarily join forces, each with their own aspirations and talents. Through a series of challenges and experiences, they learn to value their roles as security guards, building a sense of unity and camaraderie. Despite their differences and shortcomings, they work together to improve and achieve success, earning respect and recognition from all around them.

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Darling Outlaw(เด็ดดวงโจร)

2025Thailand
ActionComedyDramaRomanceWeb Series

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Det, a compassionate young man born under a troublesome fate, has an innate skill for deception. Eager to earn the respect of Inspector Khunchai, a renowned detective celebrated for his supernatural abilities, Det consents to sneak into the Singhdam bandit encampment to discover a concealed treasure. Throughout this mission, he is closely monitored by Mukda, the cherished daughter of the bandit chief!

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A Herbalist Affair(情牽百子櫃)

2002Hong Kong
BusinessComedyDramaLifeRomance

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The story revolves around Cheung Yee Fai, a cautious and observant salesman, who is tasked with supervising Ng Sin Yu, his confident secretary. Unbeknownst to him, Sin Yu is actually the daughter of the company's owner. As they spend more time together, their relationship evolves into a doomed romance between a man of modest means and a wealthy woman. Meanwhile, Dr. Geung Sum Yu, a dedicated professional, rediscovers her compassion and emotions as she falls in love with Yee Fai.

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Mr. Winner(方谬神探)

2002Hong Kong
ActionComedyDramaInvestigationMystery

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Fong Tin Mow, a mischievous troublemaker known for his inherited arrogance from his father, faces a challenge from his fiancée Yau Siu Ching to change his ways before they can marry. In order to prove himself, Fong Tin Mow decides to enroll in the police cadet school with the goal of becoming the best officer in town. As he embarks on this journey, he encounters a series of unpredictable and exciting adventures on his path to transformation into Mr. Winner.

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Hidden Treasures (2004)(翻新大少)

2004Hong Kong
BusinessComedyDramaLifeRomance

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The series follows the story of Dai Siu Leung, played by Bobby Au Yeung, and the residents of Apliu Street in Hong Kong, known for their collection of valuable secondhand items referred to as "Hidden Treasures." Leung is a seller of electronic goods and also serves as the leader of the community. However, his leadership is challenged when a rival convinces the townspeople to elect him instead by spreading negative rumors about Leung. As a result, Leung faces financial difficulties and struggles to manage his electronics store, especially with his competitor opening a similar store right next to his.

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Good Job (2007)(グッジョブ)

2007Japan
BusinessComedyDramaAdapted From A MangaMiniseries

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The secondary branch of the main office "Sasima Construction" represents a medium-sized construction firm. It vividly portrays the dynamics between the main character known as "hyper OL mask" and those around her.

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Miyamoto Kara Kimi e (2018)(宮本から君へ)

2018Japan
BusinessComedyDramaAdapted From A MangaRomance

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The plot centers around Miyamoto, a fresh-faced businessman employed at a company that sells office supplies. Despite feeling frustrated by his perceived lack of importance, he continues to strive forward. This information is sourced from ANN and is based on the manga series "Miyamoto kara Kimi e" created by Hideki Arai.

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I'll Take Your Place (2025)(대신해 드립니다)

2025South Korea
ActionComedyDramaMiniseriesWeb Series

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Park Ji Eon is the head of a small business specializing in top-notch agency services, going by the name of Park Dae Ri

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The Record of Strange Things(异物志)

2022China
ActionComedyDramaTeamworkDeathFantasyFantasy WorldHidden IdentitySecret OrganizationSupernatural PowerSuspenseThriller

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Following the unexpected drowning of his girlfriend in a room with no water, Shi Jian founded a company named "Universal Brother" that specializes in investigating mysterious occurrences. In his quest to uncover the truth behind her death, he stumbles upon a magical key with the ability to unlock any door. Along with this key, there are other extraordinary objects such as a shape-shifting cream, manipulating fingers, and water-controlling pendants. Shi Jian soon realizes that his girlfriend's demise is intertwined with these fantastical items. As he delves deeper into the incident, he begins to unravel the true origins of the objects and the sinister conspiracy surrounding them.

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BG: Personal Bodyguard Season 2(BG~身辺警護人~ 2)

2020Japan
ActionBoss-Employee RelationshipDramaTeamworkBodyguard Male LeadMiniseriesPhysically Strong Male LeadPolice Department SettingPoliticalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Special Labor Inspector Jo, this drama also features Action, Boss-Employee Relationship, Drama, and Teamwork themes with a 18% similarity match.

Shimazaki Akira finds himself dissatisfied with his new employer after the private security company he worked for is acquired by a larger corporation solely focused on profits. Remaining committed to his belief in protecting the vulnerable, Akira decides to leave the company and becomes an independent private bodyguard. Meanwhile, Takanashi Masaya, a fellow bodyguard with a strong sense of duty, is curious about Akira's decision to resign from their former workplace. In order to understand Akira's motives, Masaya pays him a visit.