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The Empire(디 엠파이어: 법의 제국)

2022South Korea
Divorced Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEx-spouse RelationshipLawMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipOlder Man-Younger WomanProfessor Supporting CharacterProsecutor Female LeadRich Female Lead

Illustrates the scandalous behavior of high-ranking officials in Korea known as the nobles of the robe, who aspire to pass down their titles to future generations. Han Hye Ryul leads the special division at the Seoul Central District Prosecutors Office and hails from a long line of judicial professionals with a history of wealth and influence spanning three generations. Driven by ambition, she desires to climb the ranks and achieve the position of prosecutor general or beyond.

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Recommendation: Seibo Kiyomi Monogatari similar to The Empire
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Seibo Kiyomi Monogatari( 聖母 ・ 聖美物語)

2014Japan
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMelodramaRich Female LeadDoctor Male LeadFamily RelationshipInfertilityPregnant Female LeadRevengeRich Male LeadSurrogacy

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, Melodrama, and Rich Female Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Morio Kiyomi became the center of admiration when she wed Dr. Yanagisawa Shigero, the proprietor of Yanagisawa Clinic. Despite the marriage granting her prestige and riches, Kiyomi was unable to conceive. Subsequently, the couple opted for the In Vitro Fertilisation procedure, leading to Kiyomi successfully delivering a baby. Regrettably, the newborn was afflicted with a condition necessitating stem cell transfer for treatment. Consequently, the Yanagisawas resolved to have another child to save their ailing offspring. However, Kiyomi's health was too frail for another pregnancy, prompting her to enlist her estranged younger sister, Manami, as a surrogate. Unbeknownst to Kiyomi, Manami harbored deep resentment towards her for her fortunate marriage to a wealthy man and was secretly seeking revenge. Kiyomi's actions of bringing another life into the world solely to save her child raise questions about the ethical implications of her decision. Is it driven by maternal love, or is it simply an act of egotism?

Recommendation: The Flower in Prison similar to The Empire
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The Flower in Prison(옥중화)

2016South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLawMelodramaOlder Man-Younger WomanBirth SecretComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastySlight RomanceSmart Female Lead

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Law, Melodrama, and Older Man-Younger Woman themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative follows Ok Nyeo, a gifted young woman who grows up in prison and acquires remarkable abilities and insight through her interactions with exceptional individuals from diverse backgrounds. She emerges as an advocate for the downtrodden peasant class and sets out on a quest to discover her rightful place within the caste hierarchy. Through Ok Nyeo's experiences, this television miniseries highlights Joseon’s esteemed tradition of human rights legislation, which she strives to implement across the realm. (MBC)

Recommendation: The Wind Blows similar to The Empire
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The Wind Blows(바람이 분다)

2019South Korea
Divorced Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEx-spouse RelationshipMelodramaCompetent Female LeadDivorced Male LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFake IdentityHardworking Female LeadNeurological DisorderNice Female LeadRomance

Like The Empire, this drama also features Divorced Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Ex-spouse Relationship, and Melodrama themes with a 24% similarity match.

“The Wind Blows” tells the tale of a man who chooses to part ways with his cherished wife after battling Alzheimer’s disease, and a woman who opts to leave her husband in pursuit of starting a family. The narrative progresses six years later when their paths cross once again. (Soompi)

Recommendation: Queen of Ahyun similar to The Empire
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Queen of Ahyun(아현동 마님)

2007South Korea
DramaLawMelodramaProsecutor Female LeadAge GapAge GapFamilyOlder Woman-Younger ManRomance

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, Melodrama, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Wang Hee Ji will portray a public prosecutor who encounters and develops a romantic relationship with a fellow prosecutor who is 12 years her junior.

Recommendation: All about My Mom similar to The Empire
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All about My Mom(부탁해요 엄마)

2015South Korea
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMelodramaCancerFamilyIllnessNice Male LeadPregnancyRomance

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

Jin Ae shares a complicated relationship with her mother, San Ok, filled with both affection and resentment. She aspires to break free from her family ties, particularly those with her mother. After falling in love with Hoon Jae, she marries him. However, Jin Ae soon finds herself facing the challenges posed by her new mother-in-law. During these trying moments, she starts to gain insight into her own mother, San Ok, for the very first time.

Recommendation: Woman with a Suitcase similar to The Empire
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Woman with a Suitcase(캐리어를 끄는 여자)

2016South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLawMelodramaDeathLawyer Female LeadMurderSecond ChanceSlight RomanceWrongfully Accused

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Law, and Melodrama themes with a 21% similarity match.

Cha Geum Joo was previously a successful office manager, but her career takes a significant downturn when she is punished for breaching the Attorneys-at-Law Act and imprisoned as a result. The drama chronicles her inspiring journey as she reintegrates into society as an ex-convict, pursuing her aspiration to become an exceptional lawyer.

Recommendation: Ming Zhu Jiu Jiu similar to The Empire
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Ming Zhu Jiu Jiu(明珠久久)

2025China
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadRich Female LeadDysfunctional MarriageFilmed VerticallyHidden IdentityInfidelityMartial Artist Male LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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

Xia Qing Ying, a wealthy young woman, conceals her true identity to pursue Xiao Ran, a struggling student and mixed martial artist

Recommendation: Dearest, Where Are You similar to The Empire
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Dearest, Where Are You(亲爱的,你在哪里)

2020China
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadFamily RelationshipRomance

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

A heartfelt story about a family's journey to find their missing child unfolds in this emotional drama. After being married for eight years, a husband and wife discover that the spark in their relationship has dwindled. When their daughter disappears one day, they embark on a desperate search to reunite with her. (Chinesedrama.info)

Recommendation: Tasuku to Rinko similar to The Empire
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Tasuku to Rinko(タスクとリンコ)

2019Japan
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomance

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

This YouTube series revolves around a married couple on the brink of divorce just one week into their marriage

Recommendation: Seigi no Se similar to The Empire
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Seigi no Se(正義のセ)

2018Japan
DramaLawProsecutor Female LeadAdapted From A MangaMiniseries

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Over the last 24 months, Prosecutor Ririko Takemura has been employed at the Yokohama District Public Prosecutor's Office. Known for her diligent work ethic and unwavering commitment to justice, Ririko has shown significant growth in her role as a prosecutor and as an individual through her handling of various cases. (

Recommendation: Graduating from Marriage 2 similar to The Empire
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Graduating from Marriage 2(婚姻結業式2)

2023Taiwan
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomance

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

Recommendation: Cool and Sassy Mommy similar to The Empire
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Cool and Sassy Mommy(出狱后大佬妈咪飒爆全球)

2024China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadBlackmailDisabled Male LeadFilmed VerticallyHidden IdentityRomanceSeparation At BirthShort Length SeriesTraditional Medicine Doctor Female Lead

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Nan Yi inherited her mother's skills in medicine and possessed exceptional talent in the field. Despite her youth, she was unaware of the deceitful nature of people. She fell victim to a plot orchestrated by her father's illegitimate daughter, resulting in the loss of her innocence and the birth of twin sons. Her father manipulated her by using the children to pressure her into taking the blame for his actions, leading to her imprisonment. After five years, her father employed the same tactic once more, forcing Nan Yi into a marriage with the Si family. Throughout this ordeal, she concealed her true identity while tirelessly searching for her missing twin sons.

Recommendation: Second Chance at Love similar to The Empire
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Second Chance at Love(二次热恋)

2024China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadBetrayed By A Significant OtherCEO Male LeadFilmed VerticallyLoyal Female LeadLoyal Male LeadRomanceShort Length SeriesSupportive Male Lead

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

When they went to obtain their marriage certificate, they were both left waiting by their partners. To address the household registration issue for her child, Lin Chu Xia decided to marry a stranger. Witness how she successfully convinced her ex-boyfriend's family to vacate the house and reclaim her own home! (Chinese social media platform Weibo, translated using Google Translate)

Recommendation: Forever Love (2025) similar to The Empire
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Forever Love (2025)(大年初六宜嫁娶)

2025China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadChildhood ConnectionCEO Male LeadCompetent Male LeadDoctor Female LeadFilmed VerticallyRomanceShort Length SeriesSupportive Male Lead

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Dr. Ji Xuan and He Lin Chuan, who were once classmates and friends in high school, reunited prior to the Chinese New Year in their hometown. Mistakenly, Dr. Ji Xuan identified He Lin Chuan, who had returned home dressed elegantly, as her hired fake boyfriend. In order to prevent their deception from being revealed, He Lin Chuan proposed that they hastily tie the knot.

Recommendation: Two Mothers (2014) similar to The Empire
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Two Mothers (2014)(뻐꾸기 둥지)

2014South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipDomestic ViolenceFake PregnancyFamilyPregnancyRevengeRomanceSurrogacyWeak Male Lead

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, and Mother-Son Relationship themes with a 19% similarity match.

Hwa Yeong is convinced that her brother's former girlfriend, Yeon Hee, is responsible for his demise. Following Yeon Hee's diagnosis of uterine cancer, which highlights her troubled marriage, Hwa Yeong offers to be a surrogate for her, all while secretly plotting her revenge. After conceiving and giving birth, Hwa Yeong allows Yeon Hee to raise the child, only to later attempt to reclaim the child, leading to Yeon Hee's downfall. In response, Yeon Hee fights desperately to regain custody of her child, while her husband laments his decision to let her go.

Recommendation: She and Her Perfect Husband similar to The Empire
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She and Her Perfect Husband(爱的二八定律)

2022China
Emotionally Strong Female LeadLawMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadDomestic CrimeEx Comes BackFamilyFamily PressureLawyer Female LeadMarriage Of ConvenienceOlder Woman-Younger ManRomance

Like The Empire, this drama also features Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Law, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Driven by her career ambitions, lawyer Qin Shi finds herself mistakenly listed as "married" by her brother in order to satisfy the hiring requirements of prestigious law firm "Cheng and Hui

Recommendation: Mama similar to The Empire
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Mama(마마)

2014South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipAge GapAge GapFamily RelationshipHot-tempered Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManReturn To HometownRomanceSingle MotherTerminal Illness

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, and Mother-Son Relationship themes with a 19% similarity match.

A single mother, who has dedicated her life to pursuing wealth and recognition, suddenly learns that her time is limited. Throughout her life, she has overlooked her only son, and now she yearns to dedicate her remaining days to helping him find his family. Her goal is to reunite her son with his biological father, ensuring he grows up in a nurturing and stable environment, even though the father is already in a committed relationship with another woman. Mama is a poignant narrative that unfolds over six months, showcasing a mother’s love and sacrifices as told from the perspective of a mother facing terminal illness. (MBC)

Recommendation: Wedding (2005) similar to The Empire
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Wedding (2005)(웨딩)

2005South Korea
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadRich Female LeadChildhood ConnectionChildhood Friends RelationshipFemale Chases Male FirstInnocent Female LeadNaive Female LeadRich Woman-Poor ManRomanceStubborn Female Lead

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

Lee Se Na is the sole daughter of a wealthy family. Due to her indulgent upbringing, she is convinced that she can achieve anything she desires if she truly commits to it. She crosses paths with Han Seung Woo, a self-made diplomat who harbors unspoken feelings for his childhood friend, Yoon Su, who is currently in Japan with her fiancé, Jin Hui, a colleague of Seung Woo. Se Na quickly becomes infatuated with Seung Woo, who inquires about her perspective on the essence of marriage. As their marriage progresses, their values come into question; Se Na’s unwavering trust in Seung Woo crumbles when she discovers the connection between him and Yoon Su, while Seung Woo’s happiness begins to wane due to Se Na’s increasing distrust and her own evolving relationship with Jin Hui.

Recommendation: Omiya similar to The Empire
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Omiya(平岩弓枝のお美也)

2002Japan
DramaMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipFamilyHistoricalMiniseries

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Mother-Son Relationship themes with a 19% similarity match.

A tale about a mother who becomes separated from her child and dedicates her life to reuniting with her son, despite the challenges posed by the feudal society.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 2 similar to The Empire
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 2(京都地検の女 2)

2005Japan
DramaLawProsecutor Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

The tale follows a female prosecutor who uses her instinctual wisdom as a homemaker to crack cases.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 3 similar to The Empire
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 3(京都地検の女 3)

2006Japan
DramaLawProsecutor Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

The narrative follows a female prosecutor who utilizes her innate common sense as a homemaker to solve crimes.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 4 similar to The Empire
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 4(京都地検の女 4)

2007Japan
DramaLawProsecutor Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

A female district attorney uses her intuition and common sense to solve criminal cases alongside a homemaker.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 5 similar to The Empire
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 5(京都地検の女 5)

2009Japan
DramaLawProsecutor Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

A female district attorney uses her natural intuition, similar to that of a homemaker, to unravel mysteries and solve crimes.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 7 similar to The Empire
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 7(京都地検の女 7)

2011Japan
DramaLawProsecutor Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 8 similar to The Empire
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 8(京都地検の女 8)

2012Japan
DramaLawProsecutor Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 9 similar to The Empire
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 9(京都地検の女 9)

2013Japan
DramaLawProsecutor Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

In the latest installment of the beloved drama series, viewers follow the journey of Tsurumaru Aya, a female public prosecutor in Kyoto. Aya demonstrates that a housewife's intuition can be a formidable tool in solving various cases. This season sees Aya's daughter Rin tying the knot and moving out, only to be replaced by Tomoko, Narimasu's daughter returning from the United States.

Recommendation: TV Novel: Dal Soon's Spring similar to The Empire
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TV Novel: Dal Soon's Spring(TV소설 꽃 피어라 달순아!)

2017South Korea
DramaMelodramaRich Female LeadAmnesiaFamilySoap Opera

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Rich Female Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Eun Sol is the sole daughter of the CEO of a footwear manufacturing firm. She enjoys a joyful existence, but an unforeseen event leads to her amnesia, prompting her to adopt the name Dal Soon. With her cheerful demeanor and passion for shoes, Dal Soon uncovers her history and achieves success as a master shoemaker.

Recommendation: Family Secrets similar to The Empire
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Family Secrets(가족의 비밀)

2014South Korea
DramaMelodramaRich Female LeadFamilySearching For A ChildSoap Opera

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Rich Female Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

A wealthy family that operates a substantial business faced the heartbreaking loss of their son due to an unfortunate accident

Recommendation: Home for Summer similar to The Empire
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Home for Summer(여름아 부탁해)

2019South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipBetrayed By A Significant OtherEccentric Male LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipInfidelityMean In-LawMother-Daughter RelationshipRomance

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, and Mother-Son Relationship themes with a 18% similarity match.

Geum Hee has spent a decade married to Joon Ho, standing by him as he pursued his goal of becoming a successful plastic surgeon

Recommendation: Sultry and Wild similar to The Empire
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Sultry and Wild(厉总夫人又撩又野)

2024China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadAffectionate Mains' RelationshipDomineering Male LeadFake DisabilityFantasyFilmed VerticallyReturn To PastRomanceShort Length SeriesSupportive Male Lead

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

Originally from the Yun family, she had been living independently since a young age. Eventually, she was brought back from poverty, believing she was welcomed back as a family member. However, it turned out she was only being asked to assist in arranging her sister's marriage to an elderly disabled man for good fortune.

Recommendation: La Dolce Vita similar to The Empire
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La Dolce Vita(달콤한 인생)

2008South Korea
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadOlder Man-Younger WomanDark FictionDeathExtramarital AffairInfidelityManipulative Female LeadMysteryOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceSoap Opera

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, and Older Man-Younger Woman themes with a 18% similarity match.

The storyline revolves around a man who takes his own life. A detective is on a quest to uncover the truth behind this tragic event. The narrative takes us back six months prior to Lee Joon Soo's suicide. Meanwhile, the marriage of Yoon Hye Jin and Ha Dong Won is falling apart. Although they share two daughters, both are involved in secret romantic relationships. Joon Soo unexpectedly encounters Hye Jin in Japan and finds himself attracted to her. Ha Dong Won is involved with Hong Da Ae, who has no desire to be his wife or his lover, which has allowed their affair to persist for an extended period. However, things change when Da Ae meets Joon Soo. She comes to the realization that she cannot continue her relationship with Dong Won and develops feelings for Joon Soo. Did Joon Soo really take his own life? - DramaWiki

Recommendation: Witch's Court similar to The Empire
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Witch's Court(마녀의 법정)

2017South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLawProsecutor Female LeadCalm Male LeadDifficult AdulthoodHardworking Female LeadInchoate CrimeIndependent Female LeadMysterySexual AssaultSexual ViolenceSlight Romance

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Law, and Prosecutor Female Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

Ma Yi Deum, a prosecutor driven by materialism, is willing to resort to personal insults, falsify evidence, and provoke perjury to secure victories in her cases. She is placed on a specialized task force focusing on sex crimes. Yeo Jin Wook, a rookie prosecutor, also becomes part of this team, and they work together to tackle criminal cases while navigating a complicated chemistry between them. (KBS World)

Recommendation: Love (ft. Marriage and Divorce) Season 3 similar to The Empire
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Love (ft. Marriage and Divorce) Season 3(결혼작사 이혼작곡3)

2022South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadFemale Centered PlotFriendshipInfidelityLifeMarried LifeMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsMusicRomance

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a devastating tragedy experienced by three charming women in their thirties, forties, and fifties, as well as the conflicts within marriages where partners are searching for genuine love.

Recommendation: Partners for Justice Season 2 similar to The Empire
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Partners for Justice Season 2(검법남녀 시즌2)

2019South Korea
DramaLawProsecutor Female LeadRich Female LeadAge GapAge GapDoctor Male LeadForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceMedicalMysteryProsecutor Supporting CharacterSerial KillingsTeamwork

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, Prosecutor Female Lead, and Rich Female Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

In both criminal activities and everyday life, every interaction leaves behind some evidence. A flawless crime does not exist, and our protagonists exhibit exceptional teamwork. This series follows the ongoing story of a forensic expert and a prosecutor who form an outstanding duo. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: We All Lie similar to The Empire
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We All Lie(婚姻攻略)

2024China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadAbuse Of PowerActorBadass Female LeadFriends To EnemiesMistress Supporting CharacterRomanceSexual HarassmentThrillerWriter Female Lead

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

Renowned screenwriter Su Li believed she had a happy marriage with her wonderful husband, Zhang Shu Heng

Recommendation: My Wife’s Having an Affair This Week similar to The Empire
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My Wife’s Having an Affair This Week(이번 주, 아내가 바람을 핍니다)

2016South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadBetrayed By A Significant OtherComedyInfidelityInvestigator Supporting CharacterLifeLife LessonRomanceScreenwriter Male LeadScreenwriter Supporting Character

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

Hyun Woo experienced love at first sight with Soo Yeon during their college years, and they have now been married for eight years. He believed he had an ideal family, with Soo Yeon as his stunning wife and a devoted mother to their cherished son. However, one day, he discovers a hotel reservation message from an unknown man on Soo Yeon’s phone. Despite his efforts to dismiss it, mounting evidence emerges, confirming that his wife is cheating on him. Convinced of his role as a good husband and father, he struggles to forgive her. He accuses her of jeopardizing their family, yet he begins to question, “Have I truly been a good husband to her?” (JTBC)

Recommendation: The Innocent Man similar to The Empire
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The Innocent Man(세상 어디에도 없는 착한남자)

2012South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaRich Female LeadAntihero Male LeadCharacter DevelopmentCold Female LeadFirst LoveHeiress LeadMale Chases Female FirstRevengeRich Woman-Poor ManRomance

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, and Rich Female Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

The storyline unfolds as a melodrama centered around Kang Ma Roo, a man who has been deceived by his one true love, Han Jae Hee. Years later, Ma Roo leads a life of hedonism, having given up his own happiness for his girlfriend, only to find out she moved on and wed a wealthy man without a second thought. Driven by a desire for revenge, he seeks out Seo Eun Gi, the strong-willed and aloof daughter of the man Jae Hee chose to marry.

Recommendation: Double Fantasy similar to The Empire
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Double Fantasy(ダブル・ファンタジー)

2018Japan
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadOlder Man-Younger WomanNovel AdaptationInfidelityMatureMiniseriesPolygamyProlonged NudityPsychological ManipulationRomanceScreenwriter Female Lead

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, and Older Man-Younger Woman themes with a 18% similarity match.

Takato Natsu, a well-known writer for the screen, resides with her spouse Shogo, who has transitioned from a television station director to her current role as manager. Natsu struggles to contain her intense sexual urges and ends up engaging in a romantic relationship with Theatre Director Shizawa. Feeling stifled by her husband's attempts to manipulate her and meddle in her professional life, Natsu decides to leave her marital home. (

Recommendation: Hide and Seek similar to The Empire
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Hide and Seek(숨바꼭질)

2018South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaRich Female LeadAntihero Male LeadChildhood Friends RelationshipCosmetic IndustryEmotionally Strong Male LeadIndependent Female LeadMental IllnessRomanceSmart Female LeadWorkplace Setting

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, and Rich Female Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

The storyline delves into the destiny of the heiress of the country's largest cosmetics empire and a woman who has lived in her place, revealing the ambitions and hidden truths that connect both characters.

Recommendation: Master Gu’s Amnesia Sweet Wife similar to The Empire
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Master Gu’s Amnesia Sweet Wife(顾少的失忆甜妻)

2022China
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadAmnesiaRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

The story primarily revolves around An Xiao Man, who left her home after a disagreement with her husband Gu Chen. However, she was abducted and suffered amnesia from a traumatic event. With Gu Chen's unwavering care, their love reignited, but they faced opposition from Ling Mu Qing at every turn.

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Nv Qi Gai Zhi Chong Hui Dian Feng(女乞丐之重回巅峰)

2024China
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadFilmed VerticallyHidden IdentityShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

Deceived by her spouse Lin Shen, after a scheme to take her 100 billion yuan wealth, influential CEO Yan Rong was poisoned and pushed off a building, leaving her unable to speak. Saved by the modest Huo Xu, the devoted leader of Wanchen Group living in disguise, Yan Rong discovered an unexpected bond. She extended a helping hand to Huo Xu's distant mother, contributing to the healing of old wounds and childhood distress. Through their shared vulnerabilities, Yan Rong and Huo Xu embarked on a journey of mutual healing and affection.

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Liao Hun(撩婚)

2025China
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadFilmed VerticallyRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

A Hong Kong businessman and an affluent woman have been married for a year. Despite their playful interactions, the husband is actually discreetly looking out for his wife. Dealing with emotional issues, the husband has developed feelings for his wife, while she has shifted from physical attraction to emotional connection. The intricate and deep emotional bond between the couple is complex.

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Chuan Cheng Nv Fan Pai Lao Gong Qiu Wo Dang Chang Zhang(穿成女反派老公求我当厂长)

2025China
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadFilmed VerticallyHistoricalShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

Tong Yan unexpectedly ends up in an unfamiliar realm where she becomes a female antagonist, with her spouse Gao Peng Fei holding the position of a factory manager. As Tong Yan navigates her new persona, she starts unraveling her husband's concealed truths and real identity, leading to a transformation in their relationship.

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When Love Is Empty(当爱已成空)

2025China
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadFilmed VerticallyInfidelityShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

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A Table!: Nostalgic na Kyujitsu(À Table!~ノスタルジックな休日~)

2024Japan
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadAdapted From A BookCookingFoodLife

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

This tale offers a calming and intellectually stimulating glimpse into the tranquil daily routine of Jun and Yoshio, a married couple who have shared many years together. It showcases their traditional Japanese seasonal cooking and their leisurely strolls to well-known spots in Tokyo.

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City of the Sun (2015)(태양의 도시)

2015South Korea
DramaLawMelodramaNovel AdaptationCorruptionInvestigationMystery

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Melodrama themes with a 18% similarity match.

Kang Tae Yang strives to uphold his values as he navigates the corruption present in the construction firm he is employed at, as well as the regulatory body that profits from this wrongdoing.

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Cuo Dian Yuan Yang(错点鸳鸯)

2012China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadArranged MarriageBrothers' RelationshipComedyDeathDoppelgangerHistoricalLove TrianglePower StruggleRomanceSkilled Fighter

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 17% similarity match.

Su Huan Er had a sense of unease when Shi Wu Ji agreed to marry her. He and his siblings harbored a deep hatred towards her father. However, if they believed they could mistreat her to settle old scores, they were mistaken. Shi Wu Hen, who was only a substitute groom at the wedding, found himself drawn to the new bride's cheerful demeanor and unwavering positivity. This posed a dilemma as she was his brother's wife, not his own. Meanwhile, Shi Wu Xia was smitten with Leng Gang, despite his humble background as a servant's son. Although she didn't mind the difference in their social status, it was a barrier he couldn't overcome. Seeking help, she enlisted the unconventional Su Huan Er to assist in changing Leng Gang's perspective.

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Modern City(暖阳之下)

2021China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadChairman Male LeadDysfunctional MarriageEmotionally Strong Male LeadFamilyHalf-sister-Half-brother RelationshipLifeManager Female LeadMarried LifeMature Female LeadRomance

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 17% similarity match.

Song Si Ning relocates to Beijing in pursuit of her aspirations, where she finds herself at odds with her spouse, Li Jun Long, regarding the decision to have a second child

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Love in Shanghai(两个人的世界)

2021China
DramaMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMelodramaClassmates' RelationshipDifficult AdulthoodLifeMarried LifeRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, and Melodrama themes with a 17% similarity match.

The narrative follows two college friends who ventured to Shanghai to chase their aspirations away from home. Sharing a rented space, Dong Yang and Li Wen Jia gradually develop a close bond. Eventually, they confess their love and choose to tie the knot. They encountered various obstacles in their professional lives, such as being falsely accused at work, and encountered numerous challenges as they worked towards building a future together. (DramaWiki, ChineseDrama.info) Based on the book "Shanghai Dream" by Zhou Yi Fei.

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Yangotonaki Ichizoku(やんごとなき一族)

2022Japan
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadAdapted From A MangaAffectionate Mains' RelationshipComedyDysfunctional FamilyFamilyHealthy Mains’ RelationshipRestaurateur Female LeadRich FamilyRomanceSupportive In-Law

Like The Empire, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Married Female Lead, and Married Male Lead themes with a 17% similarity match.

Sato, a young woman from a humble background, ties the knot with Kenta, a young man from a wealthy and esteemed family. She moves into their household and encounters Keiichi, the stern father, Mihoko, the unwelcoming sister-in-law, and Akito, the older brother. Despite some skepticism surrounding Kenta and Sato's marriage, the father appears to have ambitious aspirations for our protagonist.