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The Chairman Is Level 9(이사장님은 9등급)

2024South Korea
ActionDistrustful Male LeadDramaEstranged ParentEvil Uncle-AuntFalse RumorInchoate CrimeLifeManipulative Uncle-AuntStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadTsundere Male LeadYouth

A rebellious sophomore student takes over as the head of a prestigious high school that was once led by his father. Despite growing up in a privileged environment, Na I Su holds deep resentment towards his father and enrolls at Balhae High School to seek revenge. The story follows the transformation of I Su, who has faced more challenges than his peers, as he interacts with the country's top students known for their impeccable behavior. Through their growing relationships and the blossoming of love, the narrative unfolds dynamically.

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Recommendation: School 3 similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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School 3(학교3)

2000South Korea
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

Students from different residential backgrounds, including affluent neighborhoods, middle-class apartment complexes, and underdeveloped streets, all attend the same school and share the same classroom. At the start of the new semester, a girl named Da In transfers from the countryside to the school. Despite being raised by a single mother, she is known for her cheerful and literary personality. Initially, she faces bullying from her classmates due to her innocence, but is eventually helped by Se Chan, a boy from a wealthy area. Se Chan, who used to be a bully himself, now despises bullying because of a past painful experience. As he assists Da In, he grapples with his feelings, unsure if he helped her out of genuine affection or simply to combat bullying. And so, the story unfolds of Da In navigating the school's social hierarchy in her own optimistic manner.

Recommendation: One: High School Heroes similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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One: High School Heroes(ONE : 하이스쿨 히어로즈)

2025South Korea
ActionDramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthAbusive ParentBully Male LeadBusinessman-Businesswoman Supporting CharacterClassmates' RelationshipPhysically Strong Male LeadSchool SettingTransfer Student Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Action, Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kim Ui Gyeom, the most outstanding student in his school, maintains a humble demeanor and avoids conflicts. Despite appearing gentle, his father Kim Seok Tae enforces strict discipline on him in pursuit of making him a doctor. One day, Kim Ui Gyeom's fighting abilities are revealed at school, catching the attention of Kang Yun Gi, a skilled student with a keen eye for situations. Together, they create a secret team called the High School Heroes, with Kang Yun Gi guiding Kim Ui Gyeom into the world of fighting. As Kim Ui Gyeom takes down school bullies, his true strength is unleashed.

Recommendation: Drop (2023) similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Drop (2023)(ドロップ)

2023Japan
ActionDramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthComedyDelinquent Male LeadDelinquent Supporting CharacterJunior High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Action, Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative follows a 15-year-old student in junior high school named Hiroshi. He decides to switch from a private school to a public one with the intention of imitating the troublemakers in his comic books. Upon his arrival, he is confronted by the school's most infamous troublemaker, Iguchi Tatsuya, and is ultimately defeated and apprehended by a detective. However, he earns respect by winning a one-on-one brawl against a student from a different school, propelling him into the world of troublemakers where he engages in fighting against rival schools.

Recommendation: Youth Melody (2011) similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Youth Melody (2011)(青春旋律)

2011China
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 25% 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: Who Sleeps My Bro (2016) similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Who Sleeps My Bro (2016)(睡在我上舖的兄弟)

2016China
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A SongBromanceFriendshipRomanceSchool SettingUniversityYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

The film depicts a group of college freshmen as they experience the challenges of maintaining friendships, pulling pranks, and falling in love, inspired by a song that explores the theme of friendships drifting apart post-graduation.

Recommendation: Nana Fushigi similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Nana Fushigi(ナナフシギ)

2022Japan
LifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length Series

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Tsuyuki, seeking involvement in extracurricular activities, stumbles upon the occult research department's club room by chance. Directed by Kato, the club's leader, he becomes entwined in uncovering the high school's seven mysteries. Fujii, showing empathy towards Tsuyuki, joins the group for unknown reasons, and together they unravel the mysteries one by one. However, Kato harbors a significant secret that remains undisclosed to anyone.

Recommendation: We Are Young (2019) similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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We Are Young (2019)(未经安排的青春)

2019China
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyRomanceSchool SettingSmart Male LeadStudent Female LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

This narrative follows the journey of young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 as they navigate through life. It explores their pursuit of dreams amidst facing harsh realities, building new relationships while letting go of old ones, and navigating the complexities of love.

Recommendation: The Examination for Everyone similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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The Examination for Everyone(大考)

2022China
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthDifficult ChildhoodEpidemicFestival SettingSchool SettingStudent Female LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

In 2020, just before the Spring Festival, the outbreak of the epidemic drastically altered the lives of high school students, marking the beginning of their ultimate challenge. The sudden epidemic arrived in China at the start of 2020, presenting an unprecedented trial for the high school students in Jinhe County, Anhui Province. Similar to overcoming obstacles during the gaokao (college entrance examination), a sudden flood brought about new obstacles. Through the collaborative efforts of the party, government, and society as a whole, satisfactory results were achieved in this significant test.

Recommendation: Life similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Life(ライフ)

2007Japan
DramaInchoate CrimeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthPsychologicalSchool SettingSchool ViolenceSexual ViolenceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Inchoate Crime, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Ayumu successfully passes the entrance exam for a prestigious high school thanks to the support of her best friend, Yuko, who unfortunately does not pass and blames Ayumu for her own failure. Feeling heartbroken over the lost friendship, Ayumu withdraws and avoids making new connections in high school. However, Manami, the most popular girl in her class, reaches out to Ayumu and they become friends, leading Ayumu to embrace her new life. Yet, trouble arises when Manami mistakenly believes Ayumu is pursuing her boyfriend, sparking a campaign of bullying against Ayumu. With no one to confide in - her mother preoccupied with her brother's health and her teacher dealing with personal issues - Ayumu finds herself on the brink of losing herself.

Recommendation: Fujoshi, Ukkari Gei ni Kokuru similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Fujoshi, Ukkari Gei ni Kokuru(腐女子、うっかりゲイに告る)

2019Japan
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipFujoshiGay LeadHigh SchoolLGBTQ+Mother-Son RelationshipStudent Female LeadUnrequited Love

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% 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: Hidarikiki no Eren similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Hidarikiki no Eren(左ききのエレン)

2019Japan
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaAdvertising IndustryGenius Female LeadHardworking Male LeadIll Female LeadMarketing IndustryStudent Female LeadWorkplace Violence

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Asakura Koichi is employed as a designer at a marketing firm. Despite putting in a lot of effort, he is not acknowledged for his work, which leaves him feeling disheartened. Seeking solace, he revisits a location tied to his past with Yamagishi Eren. On the other hand, Yamagishi Eren, also known as "The Southpaw" (Hidarikiki), is an artist based in New York. She possesses great talent as a painter, but her exceptional abilities come with their own set of challenges.

Recommendation: Mars: Zero no Kakumei similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Mars: Zero no Kakumei(マルス-ゼロの革命-)

2024Japan
False RumorStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthCybercrimeEmotionally Strong Male LeadInfluencer Male LeadLive Streamer Male LeadMarathon Runner Supporting CharacterMysterySchool SettingThriller

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features False Rumor, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Mishima Zero, a enigmatic 19-year-old newcomer, enlists a group of disillusioned high school students to join him in a mission to "reshape the world". Zero's distinct looks and captivating charisma enable him to sway others and influence them through his persuasive words. Under Zero's guidance, the students unite as a collective known as "Mars" with the goal of dismantling and reconstructing the adult-created society.

Recommendation: Tong: Memories similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Tong: Memories(통: 메모리즈)

2016South Korea
ActionDramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthGangHigh SchoolSchool SettingShort Length SeriesStreet FightTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Action, Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

What transforms a young boy into an iconic fighter? Lee Jung Woo has always had a quick temper and dislikes being pushed around. While growing up in Busan, he learns to defend himself against bullies, ultimately becoming a local legend and the leading street fighter in Busan. His closest companion is Kwon Doo Hyun, who often finds himself overshadowed by Jung Woo. “Tong: Memories” is a South Korean web film and is regarded as the prequel to the well-known webtoon “Tong.”

Recommendation: School 2013 similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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School 2013(학교 2013)

2013South Korea
DramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthBest Friends RelationshipBromanceClassmates' RelationshipHigh SchoolMysterySchool BullyingSchool SettingStudent Female Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Seungri High School is considered one of the least performing institutions among the 178 high schools in Seoul, according to academic performance metrics. Kang Se Chan is a renowned Korean language instructor who operates a prestigious tutoring academy in Gangnam. On the other hand, Jung In Jae is a temporary Korean language teacher at Seungri High, assigned as the homeroom teacher for class 2, which ranks at the bottom of the second grade. When Se Chan joins Seungri High to teach Korean, he takes on the role of co-homeroom teacher for class 2-2. Both educators encounter numerous challenges, including dealing with bullying, underperforming students, their families, and fellow teachers, compounded by their differing teaching styles. Nonetheless, they must set aside their differences to guide their class towards successfully progressing to their senior year.

Recommendation: Gekikoi similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Gekikoi(激恋)

2010Japan
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadYouthMiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 22% 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: Renegade similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Renegade(熱血硬派くにおくん)

2013Japan
ActionStudent Male LeadTransfer Student Male LeadYouthAdapted From A GameHigh SchoolSchool SettingTeenager Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Action, Student Male Lead, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

A new student at Nekketsu High School becomes the center of attention for troublemakers nationwide due to a strange school uniform. Kunio, known as a rebel with a cause, is determined to stand up for justice and defend the vulnerable students at his school. Upon arriving, he discovers a mysterious white uniform, known as a hakuran, linked to a group of delinquents from all over the country. After putting on the uniform, Kunio is challenged by bad boys from far and wide. Will he be able to withstand the onslaught and carve out his place in his new school?

Recommendation: Gokusen Season 3 similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Gokusen Season 3(ごくせん 3)

2008Japan
ActionDramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyOrganized CrimePhysically Strong Female LeadSchool SettingSignature MoveTeacher Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterVice Principal Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Action, Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Sawatari Goro is currently serving as the vice principal at Akado High School

Recommendation: Crescendo de Susume similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Crescendo de Susume(クレッシェンドで進め)

2022Japan
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthChoirClassmates' RelationshipComing Of AgeHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingShort Length SeriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Prior to his junior year high school entrance exams, Kashi finds himself selected to join the choir competition committee after losing a game of rock-paper-scissors in science class

Recommendation: I Love You (2021) similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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I Love You (2021)(我爱你)

2021China
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthCollege To Working LifeRomanceSchool SettingSecond Chance RomanceStudent Female LeadTime SkipUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Over a decade, the lives of three couples are depicted as they navigate the challenges of love from their college years into adulthood. Wang Yi and Du Xiao Ju, Peng Feng and Lang Ting, Liang An Qing, and Zhang Chun Lan first crossed paths while studying at university. As time passed after graduation, their relationships evolved in various ways. When these three pairs reunite, the question arises - can the love that lingers endure? Can someone who no longer feels anything find the courage to break free? Is there a possibility for a reunion for the one who walked away? This story delves into the complexities of unrequited love, resentment, affection, separation, and the rollercoaster of emotions that come with it. (ChineseDrama.info)

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Water Boys 2(ウォーターボーイズ 2)

2004Japan
LifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male LeadYouthComedySchool SettingSport ClubSportsStudent Female LeadSwimmingTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Three years ago, the formerly all-female Himeno High School began accepting male students, though it remained predominantly female. Eikichi Mizushima, a former member of the swimming team at the prestigious Aoba High School in Tokyo, transferred to Himeji while his father started a new business in New York, choosing to live with his grandfather Kamekichi. Yosuke Yamamoto, eager to start a boys' sports club, was excited to learn about Eikichi's swimming background. Other notable boys in the school included Senichi Kawasaki, known as "Wolf Boy Sen", the popular Iwao Iwata, and Hideki Sano, the son of a supermarket president. Eikichi's presence began to influence the boys at school, leading to a shift in their perspectives. Surrounded by a diverse group of characters, including senior Shiori Yazawa and student body president Kayo Oba, Eikichi found himself in a unique environment. The school's wind ensemble member Kozue Kitagawa, substitute teacher Hijiri Saotome, English teacher Natsuko Ohara, and classic literature teacher Haruka Koshino all contributed to the colorful cast of characters at the school, along with the mysterious coffee shop owner Kozo Kasuya.

Recommendation: Gokusen Season 2 similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Gokusen Season 2(ごくせん 2)

2005Japan
ActionDramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaComedyDelinquent Male LeadFriendshipHigh SchoolPhysically Strong Female LeadSchool SettingTeenager Supporting CharacterYakuza

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Action, Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

After six months, Shirokin Gakuen has shut down. Yamaguchi Kumiko now teaches a small group of children who struggle to connect with her teaching methods. Unexpectedly, she is offered a position at Kurogin Gakuen, where she becomes the teacher of a rowdy 3D class, making her previous students seem well-behaved in comparison. To keep her job, she must once again conceal her true identity as the fourth generation of the Oedo Family, a well-known yakuza group.

Recommendation: Hachimitsu to Clover similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Hachimitsu to Clover(ハチミツとクローバー)

2008Japan
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaArchitecture IndustryArtist Supporting CharacterLove TrianglePainter Female LeadRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female LeadUnrequited Love

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Honey and Clover tells a touching story of young adulthood, romance, introspection, and personal growth, skillfully intertwined within the intricate bonds shared among a group of five close friends. (myanimelist)

Recommendation: Sugarless similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Sugarless(シュガーレス)

2012Japan
ActionDramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyDelinquent Male LeadDelinquent Supporting CharacterGangHigh SchoolMale Centered PlotSchool SettingTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Action, Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

At Kujima High School, the rule known as the Windmill dictates a competitive environment where male students fight fiercely to climb to the top. Shiba Gaku, a first-year student, is constantly engaged in battles to achieve this goal. (

Recommendation: Itoshi no Nina similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Itoshi no Nina(いとしのニーナ)

2020Japan
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaBest Friends RelationshipClassmates' RelationshipKidnappingRomanceSchool SettingSexual AssaultStudent Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

One day, Atsushi receives a shocking message from his childhood friend, Masa, saying, "I've taken Niina Aota." Niina, also known as Nina, is the girl Masa fell for instantly while commuting to school. Atsushi is skeptical at first, but when he visits Masa's place, he realizes that Nina has indeed been kidnapped. (MyAnimeList)

Recommendation: Muchuu-sa, Kimi ni similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Muchuu-sa, Kimi ni(夢中さ、きみに。)

2021Japan
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaBromanceComedyEccentric Male LeadFriendshipHidden PersonalityMiniseriesMultiple PerspectiveSchool Setting

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Hayashi Miyoshi is not your typical high school student, as he marches to the beat of his own drum. With a frank and quirky personality, he has a way of capturing the attention of both classmates and strangers. On the other hand, NikaidoAkira portrays a dark and gloomy facade to keep others at bay. Despite this, there is someone who sees beyond Nikaido's mask and is determined to bring him into the light. Though leading contrasting lives, Hayashi and Nikaido may have more similarities than they realize.

Recommendation: Begins Youth similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Begins Youth(비긴즈 유스)

2024South Korea
DramaFalse RumorLifeTsundere Male LeadYouthAlcoholic Supporting CharacterChronic IllnessCrime Against A PersonEmotionally Strong Male LeadEnergetic Male LeadFantasyFriendshipManipulative ParentViolence Against Children

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, False Rumor, Life, Tsundere Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

The series revolves around seven young boys navigating the challenges of school and personal development, including family issues, grief, financial struggles, and feeling excluded. Kim Hwan returns to Songju-si where he meets six boys who are initially wary of him, but eventually they form a strong bond as they support each other through their shared difficulties. Hwan grows attached to Songju-si and desires to stay, however, his father Kim Chang Jun disapproves of his friendships, forcing Hwan to confront his feelings and assert himself. This drama is based on the webtoon "Save Me" and is influenced by the BU (BTS Universe), expanding on the narrative seen in BTS' music videos and Save Me webtoon.

Recommendation: Reopen My Journals similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Reopen My Journals(致1999年的自己)

2025China
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAffectionate Mains' RelationshipEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamilyNeighborhood SettingSchool SettingStudent Female LeadSupportive GrandparentSupportive NeighborTransfer Student Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

The 15-year-old Qian Jia Yue, known as a well-behaved student, starts attending a prestigious high school where she encounters various academic obstacles. Her attempt to confess her feelings to her neighbor, the exceptional student Xiao Han, does not go as planned. Qian Jia Yue's foster brother, Mao Tou, is clever but always getting into trouble. She strikes up a friendship with a bold new acquaintance, Chen Mo, and they both mature through their bond. Meanwhile, the parents experience a series of significant changes, including family emergencies and reorganization. Chen Xiue, a former educated youth who returned to the city, struggles with her daughter Qian Jia Yue due to her prolonged absence. The passing of Qian Jia Yue's grandmother helps resolve the emotional conflicts among the three generations of women. Chen Peng Yu, who prides himself on his status as an elite, comes to realize, after clashes with his rebellious daughter Chen Mo, that each generation has its own unique challenges. Guan Ai Ping, a determined woman, raises Xiao Han single-handedly after losing her job. "Small business owner" Zhang Qi Ming learns to bond with his mischievous son Mao Tou and, after many trials and tribulations, creates a new family with Guan Ai Ping. Despite the changing times, the warmth of familial love and the support of the community remain unwavering.

Recommendation: The Old Dreams similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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The Old Dreams(光阴里的故事)

2022China
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthBusiness IndustryChildhood Friends RelationshipEntrepreneur Male LeadRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

The story follows a close-knit group of individuals born in the early 1990s as they navigate their careers in the automotive industry. Chen Yi Duo had a chance encounter with a boy named Bi Lai Fu at the age of nine, leading to a competitive friendship both at home and in school. Lai Fu forms strong bonds with a group of friends known for their playful and mischievous ways, causing concern among the adults. As they approach their high school exams, each member of the group embarks on their own path, facing challenges in work, love, and life. The year 1998 brings significant changes in the automotive industry, with a decline in traditional bicycle sales. To preserve their shared memories, Lai Fu decides to rent a workshop and collaborate with his friends to revitalize the business by introducing innovative ideas. Together, they breathe new life into the outdated bicycles, making them a popular trend once again.

Recommendation: Yin Se Nian Hua similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Yin Se Nian Hua(银色年华)

2005China
DramaLifeYouth

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, and Youth themes with a 21% similarity match.

Na Ra, an intelligent and attractive Korean woman, travels to China and develops a deep appreciation for Chinese culture and art. She is determined to establish herself in the entertainment industry and win an art award in the country. However, as a significant play is gearing up for rehearsals, Na Ra goes to great efforts to secure a leading role in the production.

Recommendation: The M Riders Season 6 similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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The M Riders Season 6(萌學園六復活之戰)

2014Taiwan
DramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFantasyHigh SchoolSchool SettingTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: Class 3, Isn't Ordinary similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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Class 3, Isn't Ordinary(三班,不一般)

2020China
LifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthJunior High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 20% similarity match.

Witness the junior high school students who are third-generation trainees of Times Fengjun Entertainment as they navigate their daily lives at school and showcase their acting skills in various popular dramas throughout each episode.

Recommendation: I Want to Return This Youth similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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I Want to Return This Youth(这个少年我想退货)

2020China
DramaStudent Male LeadTransfer Student Male LeadYouthChasing A DreamComedyFilmed VerticallyFriendshipSchool SettingWeb Series

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Student Male Lead, Transfer Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 20% similarity match.

Li Ju Fu is a regular young man with average appearance and performance. His life, along with his childhood friend Yu Jia Ao, was mundane and unexceptional until the arrival of transfer student Lin Wu Ji. Li Ju Fu learns that Lin Wu Ji aspires to attend university for research, while Yu Jia Ao dreams of becoming a stunt coordinator. Encouraged by them, Li Ju Fu embarks on a challenging yet fulfilling quest to pursue his own dream.

Recommendation: New Kids War similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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New Kids War(新キッズ・ウォー)

2005Japan
DramaLifeStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamilyFamily RelationshipMultiple MainsSchool BullyingSchool RivalrySchool Setting

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 20% similarity match.

The series "New Kids War" follows the story of Otsuki Kaori, a primary school teacher who is transferred to a new school after an incident involving bullying

Recommendation: My Dearest Friends similar to The Chairman Is Level 9
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My Dearest Friends(亲爱的朋友)

2023China
DramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamilyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadWeb Series

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 20% 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.

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3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 8(3年B組金八先生)

2007Japan
DramaLifeStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 20% similarity match.

The upcoming season will showcase Kinpachi Sakamoto's dedication as a teacher who experiences the ups and downs alongside his 25 students, who also mature through the process. They will navigate challenges such as preparing for university entrance exams, navigating complex relationships with family, educators, and peers, and managing their hopes and setbacks.

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3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 7(3年B組金八先生7)

2004Japan
DramaLifeStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipFriendshipJunior High SchoolSchool SettingTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 20% similarity match.

The seventh season of this long-running series is now airing, marking its 25th year on television. Kimpachi Sakamoto will once again face challenges and issues with the new class. As the year progresses, valuable lessons that cannot be purchased with money will be learned. In the previous season, Sakamoto clashed with Principal Chida regarding teaching methods, resulting in his removal from the Board of Education. However, he has returned to teaching at Sakura Middle School. The school is currently dealing with a rise in youth crime, along with issues such as drug use and sexually transmitted diseases. Kimpachi finds himself back in a chaotic school system, ready to tackle new problems and deliver important messages. Stay tuned for updates on the developments in class 3B over the next six months. (TBS)

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Kamen Teacher(仮面ティーチャー )

2013Japan
ActionDramaStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaDelinquent Supporting CharacterHigh SchoolSchool SettingTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Action, Drama, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 20% similarity match.

Upon starting his new position at a high school, Gota Araki is designated as the homeroom teacher for the notorious 2nd Year, Class C. The students in this class are known for their violent behavior and lack of respect for authority. Despite being physically attacked by his students on his first day, Gota Araki chooses not to retaliate. He is determined to connect with the students and help them overcome their troubles, only to realize that they are more troubled than he initially thought. In a bid to make a difference, Gota Araki decides to unveil his mask. The question remains: will it be strength or compassion that leads to a positive change in his students? Inspired by the manga series "Kamen Teacher" created by Tooru Fujisawa.

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Setoutsumi (2017)(セトウツミ)

2017Japan
LifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 20% similarity match.

Utsumi leads a solitary life as he lacks companionship. When he isn't attending his private institute after school, he often finds himself idling by the riverside. One day, his routine is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Shokichi Seto, a former soccer player with time on his hands. The two strike up a friendship and are soon joined by Ichigo Kashimura and Hatsumi, fellow classmates from their high school.

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Eighteen Color: 18 Sai, Watashi no Iro(Eighteen Color-18才、私の色。-)

2022Japan
DramaLifeStudent Supporting CharacterYouthHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 20% similarity match.

An 18-year-old student in her third year of high school lacks self-assurance and faces challenges in defining her identity amidst external influences. (Beautylabo.jp)

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Basketball Fever(热血狂篮)

2018China
LifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthBasketballSchool SettingSportsStudent Female LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 19% similarity match.

The film "Basketball Fever" follows the journey of a young basketball player who learns about himself while honoring his friend's final request. Through dedication on the court, he is able to move past his self-centered mindset and achieve success.

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Sakura (2002)(さくら)

2002Japan
DramaLifeStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAsadoraComedyJunior High SchoolSchool SettingShort Length SeriesTeacher Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 19% similarity match.

Sakura follows the journey of Matsushita Sakura, a fourth-generation Japanese American woman from Hawaii, who relocates to a quaint town in Gifu, Japan to work as a language teacher for middle school students

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To Be a Better Girl(无法直视)

2021China
DramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 19% 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)

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We Were Once Children(みんな昔は子供だった)

2005Japan
DramaLifeStudent Supporting CharacterYouthChild Supporting CharacterCountryside SettingFriendshipMountain SettingSchool SettingTeacher Female LeadVillage Setting

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 19% similarity match.

This drama is set in a small branch school located in a mountain village that is at risk of being shut down. The story follows teacher Aiko and her six students as they navigate their daily lives. The genuine and open-hearted nature of the children, along with Aiko's dedication to her students, evokes nostalgic memories of our own childhoods, where even the smallest things brought joy. In a remote area of Japan, a branch school houses only one teacher and one student in its classroom. However, the dynamic shifts when a proposal is made for students to visit the mountain village for a study program. The teacher is taken aback by the lack of prior notice about this plan, while the student is left wondering how this new development will alter his current way of life. Amidst this uncertainty, a reception is organized to welcome the visiting schoolchildren to the village.

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Ketai Sosakan 7(ケータイ捜査官7)

2008Japan
ActionDramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingSci-FiTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterTokusatsu

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Action, Drama, Student Male Lead, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 19% similarity match.

In the debut episode, high schooler Keita is revealed to be a covert "network investigator" working for a mysterious group. After transferring to a new school in Tokyo, Keita becomes dissatisfied with his new surroundings. When his close friend from his previous school arrives in Tokyo, they decide to flee together. During their escape, they encounter a hostile robot at a construction site, only to be rescued by a man named Takimoto and his peculiar companion - a cell phone that possesses limbs and advanced cognitive abilities. This innovative Buddy Keitai cell phone, equipped with "human-like intelligence features," is scheduled for release in Japan in April.

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Black School Rules (2019)(ブラック校則)

2019Japan
DramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 19% similarity match.

Hulu's unique drama series original content

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#Seishun Kamui(#青春カムイ)

2021Japan
LifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipHigh SchoolMiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female LeadWeb Series

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 19% similarity match.

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Mr. Hashtag(태구 드라마 시즌1)

2016South Korea
LifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesUniversityWeb SeriesYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 19% similarity match.

Returning to college after taking a break can be quite challenging. Join Tae Gu and his friends as they navigate the complexities of attending classes and exploring relationships, all while uncovering new insights each day. (AsianCrush)

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School 4(학교4)

2001South Korea
DramaLifeStudent Male LeadYouthArtFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Life, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 19% 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)

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Mr. Hashtag Season 2(태구 드라마 시즌 2)

2017South Korea
LifeStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesUniversityWeb SeriesYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Life, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 19% similarity match.

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The M Riders Season 3(萌學園三魔法號令)

2011Taiwan
DramaStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFantasyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The Chairman Is Level 9, this drama also features Drama, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 19% 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?