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The Academy(學警雄心)

2005Hong Kong
DramaMother-Son RelationshipPolice AcademySecondary CoupleStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent-Teacher Relationship

The show chronicles the experiences of a batch of fresh recruits at the Hong Kong Police training school. Over the course of 27 weeks, they undergo rigorous training, gaining maturity and personal growth. The bond between the students and instructors deepens as they progress through their lessons.

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Recommendation: Honey and Clover (2008) similar to The Academy
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Honey and Clover (2008)(蜂蜜幸運草)

2008Taiwan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadAdapted From A MangaRomance

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 33% similarity match.

An adaptation of a popular comic book, this drama follows the lives of 5 passionate young adults studying at the University of the Arts as they navigate love, friendship, and the uncertainties of the future. Zhen Shan, a fifth-year architecture student known for his gentle nature, harbors feelings for Li Hua, the owner of an architectural firm. Unbeknownst to him, his best friend Ya Gong also has feelings for him. Their love triangle takes a complicated turn when the charming Ye Feng enters the picture, causing Ya Gong to realize her true feelings. Meanwhile, Zhu Ben, a sincere and straightforward architecture student, falls in love with Xiao Yu, a Fine Arts freshman and the niece of their teacher Xiu Shi. However, Zhu Ben's seventh-year senior Chang Lin Tian also develops feelings for Xiao Yu. As they navigate the complexities of love and friendship, including challenges such as creating art, graduating, and finding jobs, they learn valuable lessons about life and themselves. Ultimately, they must each find their own path to happiness and fulfillment in love.

Recommendation: My Father Is Wonderful similar to The Academy
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My Father Is Wonderful(我的老爸是奇葩)

2017China
DramaMother-Son RelationshipStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadComedyFamilyFamily RelationshipFather-Daughter RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipParentingRebellious Female LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTroublemaker Male Lead

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Mother-Son Relationship, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

The film narrates the tale of a family of four, with a central focus on the strained relationship between a father and his son. Chang Bao Tong, a strict middle school teacher, places high expectations on his children, Tian Zi and Jia Hui. In contrast, his wife Xiao Tao is a nurturing homemaker and mother. Tian Zi, the troublemaker, experiences failure in the university entrance exam for the second time, whereas Jia Hui successfully secures admission into the university of her father's choice. As Bao Tong urges his son to retake preparatory classes, he comes to terms with the realization that he cannot exert the same level of control over his daughter's life now that she has entered university.

Recommendation: A Warm Jacket similar to The Academy
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A Warm Jacket(小棉袄)

2018China
DramaSecondary CoupleAction

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama and Secondary Couple with a 25% similarity match.

The drama depicts the journey of a young father who, with the assistance of his loved ones, discovers the resilience to move forward in life.

Recommendation: Kids War: Zaken na yo Season 3 similar to The Academy
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Kids War: Zaken na yo Season 3(キッズ・ウォー3 〜ざけんなよ〜)

2001Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadFamilyLifeMultiple MainsSchool RivalrySchool Setting

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

The third installment of the popular "Kid's War" series continues to explore the challenges of family and school life, with a central focus on the budding romance between Akane and Tsukasa, complicated further by the arrival of a rival

Recommendation: Gekikoi similar to The Academy
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Gekikoi(激恋)

2010Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadLifeMiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Miyuu lost faith in men after her father cheated with another woman. Nevertheless, she found herself falling in love with someone despite her lingering distrust.

Recommendation: Fujoshi, Ukkari Gei ni Kokuru similar to The Academy
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Fujoshi, Ukkari Gei ni Kokuru(腐女子、うっかりゲイに告る)

2019Japan
DramaMother-Son RelationshipStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadFriendshipFujoshiGay LeadHigh SchoolLGBTQ+LifeStudent Supporting CharacterUnrequited LoveYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Mother-Son Relationship, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Eighteen-year-old Jun is a high school student who keeps his homosexuality a secret from his mother and others. Miura-san, a fellow classmate, enjoys reading BL books, which depict homoerotic stories. Jun expresses to Miura-san that BL is merely fantasy and that real-life homosexuality is unclean. Miura-san finds Jun's comment offensive to the gay community but the two eventually become close. Jun starts developing feelings for Miura-san, who also begins to have feelings for him. One day, Miura-san confesses her feelings to Jun.

Recommendation: The Summer We Met similar to The Academy
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The Summer We Met(เกิด แก่ เจ็บ โต)

2025Thailand
DramaStudent Female LeadGeneration Gap

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama and Student Female Lead with a 25% similarity match.

Following her discovery of utilizing AI for her assignments, Jan is required to dedicate her summer vacation to volunteering at a senior care facility. It is there that she encounters warm-hearted seniors who become her friends, with the exception of Nok, an elderly writer with whom she struggles to connect. Due to his fractured arm, Jan is employed to type out a novel on his behalf.

Recommendation: Teacher, Would You Like to Date Me? similar to The Academy
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Teacher, Would You Like to Date Me?(선생님! 나랑 사귈래요?)

2019South Korea
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent-Teacher RelationshipFemale Chases Male FirstHigh School To CollegeMiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingShort Length SeriesUniversityWeb SeriesYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, Student Male Lead, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 25% similarity match.

When a friend requested him to tutor his sister, he was surprised when she developed feelings for him and declared her affection, asking, "Teacher, would you consider dating me?" How will he turn down her confession, especially since she is determined and continues to pursue his heart?

Recommendation: Dear X Who Doesn't Love Me similar to The Academy
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Dear X Who Doesn't Love Me(나를 사랑하지 않는 X에게)

2022South Korea
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceStudent Supporting CharacterTraumaWeb Series

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Seo Hee Soo may not be the most well-liked girl on campus, but she is not bothered by this. She has aspirations of becoming a successful lyricist, so her focus is on more important things than her popularity. Despite this, Hee Soo acknowledges that being unpopular has its disadvantages, especially when it comes to relationships. She has never had a boyfriend before and is eager to change that. However, her lack of experience with guys and low self-esteem make her doubt her chances of finding a partner. Everything changes when she stumbles upon a magical notebook that promises to make anyone fall in love for a month. Curiosity leads Hee Soo to try the notebook, much to the dismay of her best friend, Jung Shi Ho. As Hee Soo suddenly becomes popular with guys, her co-worker, Park Se Jin, becomes intrigued by her newfound attention. With suitors lining up for her affection, Hee Soo must navigate the challenges of managing multiple relationships while keeping the notebook's secret hidden from prying eyes.

Recommendation: Student Abroad similar to The Academy
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Student Abroad(小留学生)

2005China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadFamily RelationshipSchool SettingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

The plot centers around the experiences and daily lives of Chinese students Liu Xin, Xiong Li, Wen Xiao Xiao, Qiu Zhi Wen, and additional characters while studying in Canada. It portrays the poignant narrative of a cohort of Chinese adolescents navigating their formative years amidst the influences of a foreign culture. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Love After School Season 2 similar to The Academy
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Love After School Season 2(방과후연애 2)

2018South Korea
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent-Teacher RelationshipMiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingShort Length SeriesUniversityWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, Student Male Lead, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 25% similarity match.

The follow-up to the romantic tale "Love After School 2" will explore the bond between the characters from the initial season. Bang and Hong were devoted friends during their school days, and it wasn't until they grew up that they recognized their love for one another. They continue to enjoy each other's company while preparing for their forthcoming wedding. However, the couple will encounter unforeseen challenges that will truly test their emotions. Will they be able to overcome these obstacles?

Recommendation: Best Mistake Season 2 similar to The Academy
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Best Mistake Season 2(일진에게 찍혔을 때 시즌2)

2020South Korea
DramaSecondary CoupleStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadBest Friends RelationshipComedyFake FriendNice Female LeadRomanceSchool SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Supporting CharacterWeb SeriesYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Secondary Couple, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kim Yeon Do, a hardworking high school student, suddenly enters into a relationship with the well-liked Ji Hyun Ho. However, their seemingly stable relationship is disrupted when baseball prodigy Choi Seung Hyun arrives, harboring feelings for Yeon Do. As Ji Hyun Ho starts to feel uneasy, a love triangle begins to take shape. Additionally, Cupid's influence reaches their other friends, igniting several romantic complications.

Recommendation: Rookie Cops similar to The Academy
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Rookie Cops(너와 나의 경찰수업)

2022South Korea
DramaPolice AcademyStudent Female LeadStudent-Teacher RelationshipCampus SettingCharacter DevelopmentComing Of AgeLifeRomanceStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Police Academy, Student Female Lead, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 24% similarity match.

A tale of young adulthood depicting the essence, obstacles, and enthusiasm of youth unfolds as a pair of students at the Korean National Police Academy navigate the ups and downs of life while striving to become official police officers. Whether it be uniting different age groups with understanding or discovering love within the school grounds, these two individuals of contrasting backgrounds strive towards fulfilling their ambitions and goals in their chosen profession.

Recommendation: When My Love Blooms similar to The Academy
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When My Love Blooms(화양연화)

2020South Korea
DramaMother-Son RelationshipStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadBusiness IndustryEmotionally Strong Female LeadFather-Son RelationshipFemale Chases Male FirstFirst LoveFlashback To PastLifeMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomance

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Mother-Son Relationship, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Two decades ago, Yoon Ji Soo and Han Jae Hyun experienced a profound romance during their university years. Ji Soo, a first-year student at a music college, unexpectedly caught the attention of Jae Hyun, a determined and popular law student. Their initial romance was a captivating whirlwind, but, like many youthful infatuations, it eventually diminished. Now in their forties, Ji Soo is a single mother striving to make a living, while Jae Hyun has become a prosperous businessman driven by ambition and status. He is quite different from the passionate young man Ji Soo once knew. However, destiny brings them back together, and Ji Soo recognizes him immediately. With a renewed opportunity for love, they must navigate the considerable gap of years and life experiences that lie between them. Will they be able to reignite a spark that once burned so fiercely?

Recommendation: Stand by Me Season 2 similar to The Academy
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Stand by Me Season 2(一起同过窗第二季 / Yi Qi Tong Guo Chuang Di Er Ji)

2017China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadComedyFriendshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingUniversityYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

As summer fades away and old classmates depart while new ones arrive, the dynamics of friendship shift. Another year unfolds at the university, deepening the bond among a group of nine friends. Leaving behind the naivety of their freshman year, Lu Qiao Chuan, Zhong Bai, Ren Yi Fan, and their peers embark on their second year. Yi Xin's departure to America for studies serves as a catalyst for Shi San to excel academically. The arrival of new student Xu Lian Qiao in the electrical engineering class brings a sense of mystery with her. When the original teacher of the class departs, the once-disjointed group of students in the class begins to come together.

Recommendation: Wait for the Sun Wait for You similar to The Academy
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Wait for the Sun Wait for You(守著陽光守著你)

2019Taiwan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadCollege To Working LifeLove TriangleRomanceSchool SettingSecond Chance RomanceUniversity

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

Two students attending the same university, both named Yu Zhen but living very different lives

Recommendation: Kids War: Zaken na yo Season 2 similar to The Academy
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Kids War: Zaken na yo Season 2(キッズ・ウォー2 〜ざけんなよ〜)

2000Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadFamilyFamily RelationshipLifeMultiple MainsSchool RivalrySchool Setting

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

In the second installment of the "Kids War" series, the focus is on the challenges faced by a blended family consisting of Haruko and Daisuke, along with their children Mari, Akane, Kenichi, and Hiroshi. Daisuke decided to leave his job due to company restructuring and is now pursuing a career as a judicial scrivener. Meanwhile, Haruko has returned to carpentry work after taking a break to care for the children. The family dynamics shift as Akane warms up to Daisuke as her stepfather, while Kenichi and Hiroshi gradually accept Haruko as their stepmother. However, tensions arise with Haruko's mother-in-law Tomoe and eldest daughter Rika, who are not pleased with Haruko's lack of experience in household duties.

Recommendation: Youngsters on Fire similar to The Academy
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Youngsters on Fire(機智校園生活)

2021Taiwan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

A romantic comedy focused on youths set in a college campus, featuring themes of love, friendship, and parental care for their children. (Wikipedia)

Recommendation: Mama no Kamisama similar to The Academy
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Mama no Kamisama(ママの神様)

2008Japan
DramaMother-Son RelationshipLifeMother-Daughter Relationship

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama and Mother-Son Relationship with a 22% similarity match.

With your support, I find the strength to persevere... I vow to never release this intertwined hand! This heartfelt tale showcases the bonds between parents and children, men and women, and all humanity. Against all odds, a woman who has been through three divorces raises three children from different fathers as a single mother. She navigates life's challenges without losing herself, facing obstacles daily in the enduring love shared between mother and child. (tvdrama-db.com)

Recommendation: Splendid Days (2001) similar to The Academy
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Splendid Days (2001)(화려한 시절)

2001South Korea
DramaSecondary CoupleRomanceUnrequited Love

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama and Secondary Couple with a 22% similarity match.

The setting of the drama takes place in the 1970s, a time dominated by poverty but also filled with hope and happiness within families. The main characters are Suk Jin and Chul Jin, two brothers full of youth and spirit, along with Min Joo, Yun Shil's love interest, who face various challenges in life. As they navigate through these obstacles, the drama explores the endless potential of youth, considered the most beautiful phase of life. (SBS)

Recommendation: First Love (2003) similar to The Academy
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First Love (2003)(첫사랑)

2003South Korea
DramaStudent-Teacher RelationshipInfidelityRomance

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama and Student-Teacher Relationship with a 22% similarity match.

During his college years, Joon Hee developed feelings for Eun Young, a senior student. However, Eun Young suddenly disappears from his life. Joon Hee eventually decides to further his studies in Italy, focusing on the arts. He later becomes a professor in the sculpture department and meets Hee Soo, a student in his class. They grow close and develop a strong bond, even after Joon Hee gets married. Their love for each other remains strong, leading to a secret affair.

Recommendation: Epilogue (2023) similar to The Academy
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Epilogue (2023)(에필로그)

2023South Korea
DramaStudent Male LeadMiniseriesWeb Series

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama and Student Male Lead with a 22% similarity match.

'Epilogue' is a youth drama centered around film students, featuring elements of saltiness and steaminess. On a sweltering summer day, before the new semester begins, Hyun Woo and Min Jae discuss their graduation project over coffee at a cafe. Hyun Woo becomes anxious upon hearing a troubling story from his senior during the opening party. Around the same time, famous female idol Min Young returns to school and has an awkward initial encounter with Hyeon Woo.

Recommendation: Guo Fang Sheng similar to The Academy
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Guo Fang Sheng(国防生)

2011China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadMilitaryMilitary TrainingSchool SettingUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

"Guo Fang Sheng" follows the journey of college students who initially joined Huang Hua University to pursue their individual life ambitions, and are now training as National Defence students together

Recommendation: Twenty Again (2020) similar to The Academy
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Twenty Again (2020)(我的不惑青春)

2020China
DramaMother-Son RelationshipStudent Female LeadBack To SchoolCharacter DevelopmentRomanceSchool SettingSecond Chance RomanceUniversityYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Mother-Son Relationship, and Student Female Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

Following a series of challenges, a woman in her middle age boldly decides to go back in time and relive her youth as a twenty-year-old. He Pei Jin once had a promising future ahead of her, but she sacrificed her youth and career to focus on being a devoted wife. When her marriage falls apart, she realizes she has lost everything. However, instead of blaming or resenting others, she works towards rebuilding her life and reclaiming the lost moments. By enrolling in school alongside her son and pursuing her dreams step by step, she embarks on a new journey to fulfill her aspirations.

Recommendation: That Summer the Wind Blew similar to The Academy
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That Summer the Wind Blew(那年夏天风吹过)

2022China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadDelinquent Male LeadHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: My Dearest Friends similar to The Academy
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My Dearest Friends(亲爱的朋友)

2023China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadFamilyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterWeb SeriesYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

Luo Dan Ni is dissatisfied with her life as a grown-up, which is vastly different from what she had envisioned in her youth. Once a talented student with a bright future, her life did not unfold as expected. After a car accident sends her back to high school, she seizes the opportunity to alter her fate armed with adult wisdom. Determined, she makes new choices in pursuit of the future she once dreamed of.

Recommendation: Dandori Musume similar to The Academy
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Dandori Musume(ダンドリ娘)

2006Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

The series centers around six teenagers in high school transitioning into adulthood. They come together to explore new experiences and imagine a world beyond their own. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Bad Boys' Diary similar to The Academy
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Bad Boys' Diary(惡男日記)

2013Taiwan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadCampus SettingRomanceSchool SettingUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

A tale of three young men encountering three young women while navigating university life. It captures the essence of youthful romance on campus! Embrace your true self and seek guidance from adults in matters of love!

Recommendation: The Dark Dice similar to The Academy
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The Dark Dice(เกมทอยทะลุมิติ)

2025Thailand
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadDeath GameMiniseriesStudent Supporting CharacterSupernaturalSurvivalSuspenseThriller

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

Samut, a high school senior, excels academically and serves as his school's representative in various academic competitions. However, his promising future takes a drastic turn when he becomes involved in a confrontation that leads to his expulsion. Transferred to a new school, he becomes disheartened and loses his enthusiasm for education due to the trauma he experienced. One day, he discovers an ancient dice that transports him and seven other students into a mysterious board game. The eight participants must outwit and betray one another to survive in this enigmatic challenge. Their lives hang in the balance, and the only way to escape the game is by defeating their fellow contestants.

Recommendation: Friendshit Forever similar to The Academy
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Friendshit Forever(เพื่อนสนิท พิษสหาย)

2025Thailand
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadFriendshipMild Sexual ContentRevengeSchool SettingSuspenseThrillerUniversity

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

"You mean so much to me, almost like a sister. You're my closest friend." These were the sentiments shared by Baikhaw with Tulip during their initial encounter—before their lives took a dramatic turn. What starts as a wonderful bond between two young women spirals into a perilous entanglement of jealousy and treachery. Baikhaw conceals her envy with a flawless facade, supported by Tao, her loyal high school companion who has been secretly in love with her and is willing to do anything for her. Meanwhile, Tulip has Namo, her supportive university friend, who consistently stands by her and offers protection. However, revenge rarely remains contained, and this cycle of betrayal could lead to their mutual destruction. Sometimes, the most treacherous adversary is found in your closest friend.

Recommendation: Xiao Ju's Spring similar to The Academy
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Xiao Ju's Spring(小菊的春天)

2011China
DramaSecondary CoupleComedyFamilyRomance

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama and Secondary Couple with a 20% similarity match.

Xiao Ju, a cheerful and hardworking young woman, decides to leave her hometown to get married and move to the city. However, upon arriving at her fianc 's house, she is shocked to learn that he has passed away. Despite facing numerous challenges, Xiao Ju perseveres and eventually finds work to support herself. She lands a job at a company where the CEO is known for being cold and distant. Through her kindness and positive attitude, Xiao Ju is able to warm the CEO's heart. While Xiao Ju's main goal is to earn money for her family, complications arise when her late fianc 's nephew develops feelings for her.

Recommendation: Youth Melody (2011) similar to The Academy
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Youth Melody (2011)(青春旋律)

2011China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadLifeMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Melody depicts a group of recent university graduates navigating their way into adulthood. At the center of the plot is Leo Ku, a mature student with a knack for business. Jiang Meng Jie portrays the female protagonist, a spirited tomboy who supports herself and excels at gaming. Heechul takes on the role of a professional gamer who sets out to win Jiang Meng Jie's heart. Zhou Mi portrays a wealthy and comedic young man determined to prove his worth beyond his family's wealth. Lastly, Yang Yang plays a gentle soul whose talent lies in nail artistry.

Recommendation: Us in Time similar to The Academy
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Us in Time(时光里的我们)

2020China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadCampus SettingFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

A film club was established by a collection of students attending an art institution. They engage in learning, socializing, residing, and maturing on a daily basis. Although each individual possesses unique traits, when they unite, they become an unstoppable force. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: To Be a Better Girl similar to The Academy
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To Be a Better Girl(无法直视)

2021China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Ruan Meng enrolls in the top high school in the city, but encounters difficulties on her first day due to misunderstandings like confusing room "601" for "109". In the first class, when students are introducing themselves, the homeroom teacher questions Xue Song about his initial thoughts on Ruan Meng. Xue Song responds with, "I can't make eye contact with her", leading Ruan Meng to vow, "One day, I will make sure you can't overlook me!". (Mudvod.tv)

Recommendation: Haishin Boy - Boku ga YouTuber ni Natta Riyuu similar to The Academy
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Haishin Boy - Boku ga YouTuber ni Natta Riyuu(配信ボーイ ~ボクがYouTuberになった理由~)

2018Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadFriendshipJunior High SchoolMiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Riku is a typical middle school student who becomes intrigued by a YouTube video showcasing an explosive experiment. Inspired, he decides to replicate the experiment with his friend Sogo, successfully causing a watermelon to explode using rubber bands. This display catches the attention of his classmate Haru, who is genuinely amused by the video. Motivated by Haru's smile, Riku embarks on creating entertaining videos and starts a YouTube channel called Sushiramen (Riku) with Sogo.

Recommendation: Donburi Iinchou similar to The Academy
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Donburi Iinchou(どんぶり委員長)

2020Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadAdapted From A MangaComedyFoodHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

The Class Chairman of Batafu Gakuen 2-C comes from a wealthy background and is known for being serious and occasionally authoritative. When she caught her classmate Yoshida skipping a cooking class, she decided to lend a hand by delivering chicken ingredients to him. Intrigued by the idea of oyakodon, she requested Yoshida to prepare the dish for the school the following day. Despite never having tried donburi before, the Class Chairman was pleasantly surprised by how much she enjoyed Yoshida's oyakodon. This led her to ask Yoshida to make more donburi dishes, which she savored with delight.

Recommendation: School 4 similar to The Academy
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School 4(학교4)

2001South Korea
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadArtFriendshipHigh SchoolLifeSchool SettingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

A series depicting the daily lives of students and faculty members at Sewon Secondary School of the Arts. Hye Ra, a high school student specializing in dance, is described as a bold and sensitive young woman who is not afraid to stand up for herself. Known for her attractive appearance, genuine demeanor, and academic achievements, she was well-liked by both male classmates and teachers. Her current feud with Seo Won, an art student, stems from misunderstandings despite their previous close friendship rooted in a shared admiration for Seo Tai Ji during middle school. However, after clearing the air, they reconcile and return to being best friends. Seo Won, once a rebellious nightclub-goer, undergoes personal growth and transformation through various challenges, emerging as a dedicated and talented student. Despite studying art, she aspires to become a versatile entertainer encompassing both art and music. Through her interactions with peers at Sewon Arts High School, Seo Won learns the importance of genuine artistry and finds inspiration to navigate life's journey. (KOCOWA)

Recommendation: The M Riders Season 3 similar to The Academy
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The M Riders Season 3(萌學園三魔法號令)

2011Taiwan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadFantasyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Following the recent assault by sinister forces, Meng Xue Yuan is still in turmoil. Despite three months of trying to recover, the school is now bracing for further challenges that threaten the safety and stability of the institution. With Jian Ni and Lan Bao no longer around, the remaining M Riders must confront daunting trials ahead, particularly with the resurgence of Wu Ke Nana's dark ego. Will this spell the end for Meng Xue Yuan?

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Rebirth (2021)(阿良的歸白人生)

2021Taiwan
DramaMother-Son RelationshipDrug AddictionIllnessLife

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama and Mother-Son Relationship with a 20% similarity match.

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Magic School(마술학교)

2017South Korea
DramaStudent Male LeadMagician Male LeadSchool SettingYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama and Student Male Lead with a 20% similarity match.

Lee Na Ra has never been in a relationship and aspires to lead an ordinary life. Jay is an exceptionally talented magician, while Jun, who was adopted by an American family, is currently a medical resident. Lee Seong, the youngest in the group, specializes in astrophysics. These four individuals, each distinct from one another, attend a magic school for various personal reasons. One seeks to confess his feelings to a girl, another is pursuing the dreams of his brother, one aims to provide assistance to others, and the last is trying to grapple with concepts he finds perplexing. In a time where discussing aspirations seems like a luxury, these young men feel adrift. They encounter unexpected experiences and uncover magical moments concealed within the fabric of their everyday lives. (JTBC)

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Junai Dissonance(純愛ディソナンス)

2022Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent-Teacher RelationshipAge GapAge GapForbidden LoveHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 20% similarity match.

Nitta Masaki embarks on a new position as a music instructor at a high school that is in turmoil due to the mysterious disappearance of the previous music teacher. During his initial evening at the school, he encounters his student Izumi Sae in the music room, and their connection deepens as they get involved in the investigation. While Nitta Masaki starts to develop emotions for her, he struggles to admit them, whereas Izumi Sae is confident in her affection for him. They go their separate ways. Years later, they cross paths again, but Nitta Masaki is now married, complicating their emotions.

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Papakatsu(パパ活)

2017Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent-Teacher RelationshipAge GapAge GapCohabitationMiniseriesOlder Man-Younger WomanRomanceSchool SettingSugar DaddyUniversity

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 20% similarity match.

Anri, a 20-year-old college student, is kicked out of her home by her mother's new boyfriend. She begins staying at various Internet cafes and learns about "papakatsu," leading her to meet Wataru, a 45-year-old university professor. Wataru helps Anri by renting an apartment for her, but she soon discovers a secret he has been keeping. Papakatsu is a trend where young women seek older men for financial support without a sexual relationship.

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The Queen's Classroom(여왕의교실)

2013South Korea
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadChild Female LeadChild Male LeadChild Supporting CharacterClassmates' RelationshipSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterViolence Against ChildrenYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Here is an individual who delivers uncomfortable truths to children. Ma Yeo Jin goes beyond that by embodying a domineering and deceitful educator. In her classroom, students are instructed on how to behave in simulated situations that mirror real life. Under Ma's manipulative tactics, her pupils experience fear, endure painful comments, and face betrayal from their peers. However, over time, these students begin to cultivate independence and self-sufficiency. (MBC)

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90's Beijing Fantasy(我的青春也燦爛)

2018China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male Lead1990sFamily RelationshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

A sentimental story about teenagers transitioning into adulthood at a high school in the early 1990s. The narrative unfolds in two timelines - one in the past and one in the present. Xisi High School serves as the backdrop for this tale, focusing on six students who start off as strangers but eventually become close friends. Together, they navigate the challenges of youth and embark on a journey towards the future hand in hand. (ChineseDrama.info)

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Hello Debate Opponent(你好,对方辩友)

2019China
Secondary CoupleStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadBromanceFriendshipLifeSchool SettingSlight RomanceUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Secondary Couple, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

A story of growth that centers around a group of students interested in debate. Bai Yu, a freshman majoring in Culture Industry Management at Nanzhou Jiaotong University, accidentally attends the debate club's new member selection meeting and ends up joining alongside Yi Xiao Xi and others. Geng Ting Ting, a senior student with aspirations of winning the national University Debate Championship, now pins her hopes on the new team. However, their practice room is at risk of being taken away by the supervising teacher, and in order to keep it, Ting Ting's team must come out on top in the university's upcoming debate competition. Can this team of inexperienced individuals with differing personalities pull it off? (Cdramabase)

Recommendation: Run for Young similar to The Academy
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Run for Young(风犬少年的天空)

2020China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadComedyComing Of AgeFrenemyHigh SchoolMultiple MainsSchool SettingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

A tale depicting the younger generation of today revolves around a group of students navigating the highs and lows of life's journey. Ma Tian, hailing from a privileged background, and his well-behaved neighbor An Ran, find themselves at a regular high school in their final year. Here, they encounter a diverse group of individuals such as Lao Gou ("Old Dog"), Da Li Jiao, Mi Mi, Da Zui ("Big Mouth"), and Song Jie. Ma Tian's first day at the new school takes a turbulent turn when he clashes with Lao Gou, leading to a mutual vow to steer clear of each other. However, destiny has other plans as they end up on the same school marathon team. Thus, they reluctantly learn to coexist and train together, despite their initial animosity. As they face various challenges throughout their last year of high school, these young students mature and develop into adults through their shared experiences.

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Starting from Confession(从告白开始)

2023China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadBlackmailBully Male LeadDubious ConsentFake RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSchool SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Recommendation: Northward similar to The Academy
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Northward(北上)

2025China
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male Lead2010sChildhood Friends RelationshipFamilyFamily BusinessFamily RelationshipHigh School To Working LifeReturn To HometownSlight RomanceTown Setting

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

The narrative follows a group of young boys and girls who were raised near the canal. After going their separate ways to pursue their individual paths, they come back together years later, facing the challenges of competition and the pressures of life while finding renewed hope for a fresh start. Through the eyes of these youths from Jiangnan, viewers not only observe their development but also witness the historical changes of the Grand Canal, which has transitioned from periods of drought to revitalization over a span of a century.

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The Queen's Classroom(女王の教室)

2005Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadChild Female LeadChild Male LeadChild Supporting CharacterElementary SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadViolence Against ChildrenYouth

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

At the start of a new academic year at Hanzaki Elementary School, a mysterious new teacher named Akutsu Maya joins grade 6, class 3. Kanda Kazumi, a sixth grader, is thrilled about the upcoming school year and finds out that Maya is her new homeroom teacher. However, the students soon notice that Maya never smiles and is very strict, not allowing them to use the bathroom during class. She focuses heavily on test scores and administers surprise quizzes every week. Those with low scores are assigned menial tasks in the classroom. Kazumi becomes a target of Maya's strict discipline. This sparks a year-long power struggle between Maya, who rules the classroom with an iron fist, and the students of grade 6, class 3.

Recommendation: Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta similar to The Academy
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Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta(大切なことはすべて君が教えてくれた)

2011Japan
DramaStudent Female LeadStudent-Teacher RelationshipDifficult ChildhoodHealingRomanceSchool SettingSecret CrushSupportive Significant OtherTeacher Female LeadTeacher Male LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like The Academy, this drama also features Drama, Student Female Lead, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 19% similarity match.

Natsumi Uemura and Shuji Kashiwagi, high school teachers scheduled to wed in six months, find themselves in a complicated situation. On the night before the new school year begins, Shuji forms a bond with a student named Hikari Saeki, not realizing they will be in the same class the next day. As Shuji tries to assist Hikari with her emotions, he grapples with guilt over betraying his fiancée. Hikari, driven by jealousy and a desire to ruin the couple's relationship, devises a plan to get closer to Natsumi.