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The Ghost Bride(彼岸之嫁)

2020Taiwan
1800sNovel AdaptationAfterlifeDeathGamblingGhostGhost MarriageHistoricalHorrorMurderNice Male LeadSlight RomanceSupernaturalThriller

Taking place in 1890 in Colonial Malacca, a young lady found herself in a situation where she had to wed a deceased individual as a ghost groom in order to clear her family's financial obligations. Her efforts to break free from this arrangement became entangled with a larger and more enigmatic conspiracy that surpassed her expectations.

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Recommendation: The Fearless similar to The Ghost Bride
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The Fearless(靈異街11號)

2019Taiwan
DeathGhostMurderSlight RomanceSupernaturalThrillerGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysteryParanormalSuspenseWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Murder, Slight Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Tokyo 23-ku Onna similar to The Ghost Bride
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Tokyo 23-ku Onna(東京二十三区女)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathGhostHorrorMurderSupernaturalDomestic ViolenceDramaEpisodic FormatFemale Centered PlotMiniseriesSuspenseUrban Legend

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Ghost, Horror, Murder, and Supernatural themes with a 29% similarity match.

In Tokyo, freelance writer Harada Ririko and former folklore lecturer Shimano Hitoshi explore hidden spots with chilling stories. They encounter various spirits in well-known locations across the 23 wards. These include an office lady searching for her missing mother in Shibuya's underground drains, a mistress concealing a body on Yume no Shima in Koto ward, and the enigmatic Ikebukuro woman finding love in her later years. Other tales involve a female CEO encountering a ghostly figure in a late-night taxi in Minato ward, a doctor's wife tied to a tree in Itabashi ward believed to sever relationships between men and women, and the mystery of a woman connected to the Suzugamori execution grounds in Shinagawa ward. (jdramas.wordpress.com) ~

Recommendation: 100 Tales of Horror similar to The Ghost Bride
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100 Tales of Horror(怪談百物語)

2002Japan
GhostHistoricalHorrorSupernaturalThrillerEpisodic FormatInvestigationMysterySuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Ghost, Historical, Horror, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 28% similarity match.

"100 Stories of Terror" follows the success of "Onmyoji Abe no Seimei" on Tuesday nights during the "Super Jidaigeki" time slot. Utilizing computer graphics and special effects, a fresh perspective is brought to these long-standing horror tales.

Recommendation: Ju-on: Noroi no Ie similar to The Ghost Bride
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Ju-on: Noroi no Ie(呪怨:呪いの家)

2020Japan
DeathGhostHorrorMurderSupernaturalThrillerCurseGhost-seeing Female LeadGhost-seeing Male LeadGoreInvestigationMysterySupernatural PhenomenaSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Horror, Murder, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

In a new paranormal investigation, a connection is discovered between a string of frightening incidents spanning from 1958 to 1997, all originating from the identical residence

Recommendation: Light Shop similar to The Ghost Bride
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Light Shop(조명가게)

2024South Korea
AfterlifeDeathGhostHorrorSupernaturalThrillerAdapted From A WebtoonComaHumanismMiniseriesMultiple MainsMysteryNurse Female LeadSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Afterlife, Death, Ghost, Horror, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a collection of individuals struggling to come to terms with a traumatic event in their history. While going about their daily routines, they are inexplicably drawn to a peculiar light shop situated at the far end of a suspicious alley. The shop is overseen by a wary proprietor who holds the potential to unlock the mysteries of the strangers' past, present, and future. (Wikipedia) Based on the webtoon "Shop of the Lamp" ( ) by Kang Full ( ).

Recommendation: Green Door similar to The Ghost Bride
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Green Door(魂囚西門)

2019Taiwan
Novel AdaptationDeathGhostHorrorSupernaturalThrillerGhost-seeing Male LeadMental IllnessPsychologyRomanceSpirit PossessionSuicideSuspenseTrauma

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Ghost, Horror, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Wei Song Yan returns to Taiwan after studying in the United States to establish a psychology clinic called Green Door. Despite his girlfriend, Hong Yu Mei, referring clients to him, his strict principles are hindering the clinic's success. The first clients he attracts independently turn out to be supernatural beings: a young girl's spirit visible only in mirrors, a gangster trapped in the body of Yu Xiu Qi, and a spirit unable to move on from a haunting memory. Wei Song Yan tries to assist these spirits from the past, present, and future while grappling with his own personal traumas.

Recommendation: The Guest similar to The Ghost Bride
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The Guest(손: The Guest)

2018South Korea
DeathGhostHorrorMurderSupernaturalThrillerBadass Female LeadDemonExorcismGhost-seeing Male LeadHot-Tempered Male LeadMysteryOrphan Female LeadShamanism

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Horror, Murder, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Yun Hwa Pyeong, a young clairvoyant from a family of shamans, discovers the existence of a formidable demon known as "Son" (Guest)

Recommendation: Dead Stock similar to The Ghost Bride
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Dead Stock(デッドストック~未知への挑戦~)

2017Japan
DeathGhostHorrorSupernaturalComedySuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Riku Tsuneta is a new assistant director at a television network. He is tasked with organizing various program materials at the unconfirmed material center, which were discovered during the station's relocation. Collaborating with Director Saori Nikaido and Producer Satoru Sayama, Riku initially feels disheartened by his assignment but diligently works on arranging VTR tapes. One day, he stumbles upon footage depicting a paranormal event.

Recommendation: Rensa Kaidan similar to The Ghost Bride
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Rensa Kaidan(連鎖怪談 ~a chein of curses)

2005Japan
DeathGhostHorrorMurderSupernaturalAnthologyHospital SettingMiniseriesSchool SettingSerial KillingsShort Length SeriesUrban Legend

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Horror, Murder, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Episode 1 is titled "Hyaku Monogatari," which translates to "100 Stories." Episode 2 is called "Saisei," meaning "Reborn." Episode 3 is titled "Yami no Oku," which translates to "The Depth of Darkness." Episode 4 is named "Onnen," meaning "Grudge." Episode 5 is titled "Kioku," which translates to "Memory." Lastly, Episode 6 is called "Shukumei," meaning "Destiny."

Recommendation: The Gentle Crackdown Season 2 similar to The Ghost Bride
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The Gentle Crackdown Season 2(秀才愛上兵II)

2008Hong Kong
DeathHistoricalMurderSlight RomanceActionComedyMartial Arts

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Historical, Murder, and Slight Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

After losing her father at a young age, Chan Sai Mui, a farm security guard, grew into a strong-willed woman who was dedicated to protecting her village. Her sincerity has earned her the respect of all the villagers in Leung Choi County. At times, her enthusiasm and impulsiveness led to misunderstandings. Interestingly, she mistakenly identified the new agricultural magistrate, Tse Wong Sheung, as a thief, causing them to become bitter enemies. To avoid any potential conflict, Sheung has been intentionally avoiding Mui.

Recommendation: Reikan Bus Guide Jikenbo similar to The Ghost Bride
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Reikan Bus Guide Jikenbo(霊感バスガイド事件簿)

2004Japan
Novel AdaptationGhostHorrorSupernaturalMiniseriesSuspenseTour Guide Female Lead

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Ghost, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Ai possesses the unique ability to perceive the presence of spirits that are cursed or deceased as she leads tours on a bus. Her latest assignment is the Midnight Ghost Tour, where she guides visitors to different locations known for their spiritual activity. What secrets and enigmas will she uncover during this journey? (

Recommendation: Missing: The Other Side similar to The Ghost Bride
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Missing: The Other Side(미씽: 그들이 있었다)

2020South Korea
AfterlifeDeathGhostSupernaturalThrillerBromanceGhost-seeing Male LeadMysteryOrphan Male LeadRighteous Male LeadSmart Female LeadSpiritTeamwork

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Afterlife, Death, Ghost, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

In Duon Village, a place where the spirits of the deceased who have gone missing linger, Kim Wook, a con artist, accidentally finds himself in the village and becomes involved in a quest to reveal the truth behind their vanishings

Recommendation: Tang Dynasty Unusual News Record similar to The Ghost Bride
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Tang Dynasty Unusual News Record(唐朝异闻录)

2024China
DeathHistoricalHorrorMurderThrillerBirth SecretConspiracyCoroner Male LeadDetective Male LeadInvestigationMild GoreMysteryShort Length Series

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Historical, Horror, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around three characters: a young county lieutenant named Gu Qian Ling, a diligent coroner named Duan Chao who seeks the truth, and a spirited magic master named Shang Yu. Their paths crossed due to a case that led them to uncover a murder scheme orchestrated by the antagonist Cui Quan. Gu Qian Ling and Duan Chao worked together to unravel the enigma and solve a series of peculiar cases. As they faced challenges, they transitioned from mutual dislike to mutual support. Despite initial differences, the trio eventually stood united against adversity. Together, they continued to crack cases, bring justice to malevolent wrongdoers, and apprehend the true perpetrators, safeguarding world peace.

Recommendation: Towards the Truth similar to The Ghost Bride
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Towards the Truth(朝云散)

2025China
DeathHistoricalMurderSupernaturalThrillerFriendshipHistorical FictionInvestigationMysterySong DynastySuspenseTeamworkWeb Series

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Historical, Murder, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

A decade ago, the Shen family was tragically wiped out in a single night, leaving only Shen Song as the sole survivor. Shen Song later took the imperial examination in hopes of seeking vengeance, but instead found himself demoted to a lower social status. At the Huamen Tower fire during the Empress Dowager's Thousand Years Festival, Shen Song exposed the incompetence of the local prefect and caught the emperor's attention. He then teamed up with Gongsun Li, Li Qin Er, Zhan Mao Er, and others to form a detective group, solving numerous peculiar cases and ultimately unraveling the mystery behind the Shen family massacre.

Recommendation: The Wanted Detective similar to The Ghost Bride
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The Wanted Detective(定风波)

2025China
DeathHistoricalMurderSlight RomanceThrillerCold CaseDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadFriendshipInvestigationMysteryPhysically Strong Female LeadTeamwork

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Historical, Murder, Slight Romance, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Ghost VRos similar to The Ghost Bride
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Ghost VRos(고스트브로스)

2019South Korea
DeathGhostMurderNice Male LeadSupernaturalComedyEntertainment IndustryGhost-seeing Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryShort Length SeriesVirtual RealityWeb Series

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Murder, Nice Male Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 23% similarity match.

Ghost Vros narrates the tale of a new venture that utilizes virtual reality technology to rid spaces of spirits. The team at Ghost Vros seeks out apparitions using VR tools and offers guidance to restless spirits through therapeutic sessions.

Recommendation: Haunted Mansion similar to The Ghost Bride
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Haunted Mansion(โนราโหงโรง)

2025Thailand
GhostHorrorSupernaturalThrillerDramaSupernatural BeingSuspenseWeb Series

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Ghost, Horror, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

A century-old curse resurfaces when a couple unable to have children takes in a mysterious girl. Unbeknownst to them, the spirit of a sorrowful dancer named Nora is observing, poised to exact vengeance for the anguish she endured in the past.

Recommendation: Bonkura Season 2 similar to The Ghost Bride
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Bonkura Season 2(ぼんくら2)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathHistoricalMurderInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPolice Officer Male Lead

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Historical, and Murder themes with a 22% similarity match.

A string of mysterious disappearances took place in a tenement building in Edo Fukagawa. Despite Constable Izutsu Heishiro uncovering the details of the case, he was unable to solve it alone. As time passed and the case faded from memory, a woman named Aoi, closely linked to the case, was found murdered. It was revealed that her son, Sakichi, was the culprit. Determined to prove Sakichi's innocence, Izutsu and his nephew, Yuminosuke, set out to find the true perpetrator. Once again, the wealthy merchant Minatoya Soemon was implicated in the background. Will Izutsu succeed in identifying the real criminal?

Recommendation: Tientsin Mystic similar to The Ghost Bride
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Tientsin Mystic(河神)

2017China
Novel AdaptationDeathHistoricalHorrorSupernaturalBromanceChinese Republican EraEccentric Male LeadHypnosisInfectious DiseaseInvestigationMysteryShamanismViolence

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Historical, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

In the Republican era, strange events plague a river, prompting policeman Guo De You to utilize his inherited gift from the 'Old River God' to uncover the truth behind a murder. Suspected of the crime, he teams up with Ding Mao, the son of the victim, and a group of unlikely allies to investigate an incident from two decades ago. This storyline is adapted from the novel "He Shen" by Tian Xia Ba Chang.

Recommendation: Kingdom Season 2 similar to The Ghost Bride
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Kingdom Season 2(킹덤 시즌 2)

2020South Korea
DeathHistoricalHorrorSupernaturalThrillerCorruptionGoreInsectsJoseon DynastyPoliticalPower StrugglePre-ProducedSmart Female LeadZombies

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Historical, Horror, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

After the occurrences of the first season, hordes of the undead are on the verge of invading the capital

Recommendation: Strange Tales of Jiang Cheng similar to The Ghost Bride
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Strange Tales of Jiang Cheng(江城诡事)

2024China
DeathHistoricalHorrorMurderThrillerBromanceChinese Republican EraDetective FictionForensic ScienceHistorical FictionInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Historical, Horror, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

During the formative period of the Republic of China, Jiangzhou in the southwest faced turmoil, resulting in a high presence of spies

Recommendation: Our Unwinding Ethos similar to The Ghost Bride
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Our Unwinding Ethos(十二傳說)

2019Hong Kong
DeathHorrorMurderSlight RomanceThrillerAdventureEmotionally Strong Female LeadFolkloreInvestigationMysteryReporter Male LeadSmart Female LeadSuspenseUrban Legend

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Horror, Murder, Slight Romance, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Sky High (2003) similar to The Ghost Bride
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Sky High (2003)(スカイハイ)

2003Japan
AfterlifeDeathHorrorMurderSupernaturalActionAdapted From A MangaDramaGang RapeMiniseriesRapeSexual AssaultSexual ViolenceSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Afterlife, Death, Horror, Murder, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

The horror series is based on a well-known manga created by Tsutomu Takahashi, with each episode helmed by a renowned director. Izuko, the guardian of the "Gate of Rancor" which connects the living world to the afterlife, meets with those who have been murdered and presents them with three options: let go of their grudges to move on to paradise and be reincarnated, refuse to accept their fate and become a ghost in the world of the living, or seek revenge and be cursed to suffer in the underworld.

Recommendation: Kaidan Botan Doro: Beauty & Fear similar to The Ghost Bride
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Kaidan Botan Doro: Beauty & Fear(令和元年版 怪談牡丹燈籠 Beauty&Fear)

2019Japan
DeathGhostHistoricalHorrorSupernaturalAdapted From A Short StoryEdo PeriodHistorical FictionMaster-Disciple RelationshipMiniseriesRevengeRomanceSuspenseSword-fight

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Historical, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

The spirit of Otsuyu, a charming woman who passed away longing for love, appears to her dear Hagiwara Shinzaburo each evening. The characters in this story include Otsuyu's father Iijima Heizaemon, the devoted Kurokawa Kosuke who unknowingly serves the family despite Heizaemon having killed his father in the past. Heizaemon's deceitful wife Okuni schemes to take control of the household; her lover in secret, Miyabe Genjiro, and the greedy pair Tomozo and Omine are all intertwined in this narrative of twisted human connections, vengeance, and consequences. (NHK Online, jdramas.wordpress.com) Based on the short story "Kaidan Botan Doro" by Sanyutei Encho I.

Recommendation: Bring It On, Ghost similar to The Ghost Bride
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Bring It On, Ghost(싸우자귀신아)

2016South Korea
DeathGhostHorrorNice Male LeadSupernaturalAdapted From A WebtoonBadass Female LeadBromanceComedyExorcismGhost-seeing Male LeadInterspecies RomanceRomanceSassy Female Lead

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Horror, Nice Male Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

This narrative revolves around the spirit of a high school girl who has been deceased for five years and a college student who works as an exorcist and possesses the unique ability to see and communicate with ghosts

Recommendation: 365: Repeat the Year similar to The Ghost Bride
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365: Repeat the Year(365: 운명을 거스르는 1년)

2020South Korea
MurderNice Male LeadSlight RomanceSupernaturalThrillerBromanceDramaFantasyFateInvestigationMysterySmart Female LeadSuspenseTime Travel

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Murder, Nice Male Lead, Slight Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Sell Your Haunted House similar to The Ghost Bride
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Sell Your Haunted House(대박부동산)

2021South Korea
DeathGhostNice Male LeadSupernaturalThrillerBromanceCold Female LeadComedyCrimeFantasyMysterySecretSmart Female LeadSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Nice Male Lead, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Ji Ah, a woman with inherited exorcism abilities passed down from her mother, runs Daebak Realty, a company that focuses on selling properties with paranormal activity. Despite her flawless appearance and intelligence, Ji Ah's short fuse often leads to physical confrontations. One night, Ji Ah crosses paths with a scam artist named In Beom, who specializes in fake exorcisms. In Beom proposes a partnership to exclusively sell houses plagued by vengeful spirits and lingering ghosts during Daebak Realty's nighttime operations. Will Ji Ah and In Beom be able to work together effectively to navigate the challenges of haunted house prices and the heartbreaking stories behind the ghosts they encounter?

Recommendation: 76 Horror Bookstore similar to The Ghost Bride
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76 Horror Bookstore(76号恐怖書店)

2020Taiwan
DeathGhostHorrorSupernaturalThrillerAnthologyDark FictionFantasyHaunted House SettingHousemates' RelationshipMiniseriesSuspenseViolence Against AnimalsWeb Series

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Horror, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Consisting of four distinct short films categorized as "Spiritual, Fantasy, Horror, Thriller," this collection is sourced from TVDB and inspired by the web novel "Canned Fears."

Recommendation: Kingdom similar to The Ghost Bride
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Kingdom(킹덤)

2019South Korea
DeathHistoricalHorrorNice Male LeadThrillerAdapted From A WebtoonCorruptionEpidemicGoreJoseon DynastyPoliticalPower StruggleSurvivalZombies

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Historical, Horror, Nice Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

As the King of Joseon falls victim to smallpox, whispers of his demise start to circulate

Recommendation: The Cursed similar to The Ghost Bride
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The Cursed(방법)

2020South Korea
DeathHorrorMurderSupernaturalThrillerCurseGoreInvestigationMysteryOccultSchool BullyingShamanismSmart Female LeadSpirit

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Horror, Murder, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Im Jin Hee is a passionate journalist dedicated to uncovering the truth. She is investigating a violent incident linked to Forest, South Korea's leading IT firm. The chairman of Forest, Jin Jong Hyun, has a strong reliance on shamanistic practices. During her inquiry, Im Jin Hee discovers a spiritual consulting firm connected to Forest, led by Jin Kyung. In her quest to unveil the mysteries surrounding Forest, Im Jin Hee encounters So Jin, a person possessed by a spirit who possesses unique abilities.

Recommendation: Hotel del Luna similar to The Ghost Bride
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Hotel del Luna(호텔 델루나)

2019South Korea
DeathGhostHorrorNice Male LeadSupernaturalBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyFantasyFlashback To PastGhost-seeing Male LeadRich Female LeadRomanceSmart Female LeadWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Horror, Nice Male Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

In the center of Seoul, there exists an enigmatic, age-old hotel overseen by the avaricious and bitter Jang Man Wol, who has been in charge for a millennium. Cursed by a deity to prevent her from succumbing to her own destructive tendencies fueled by anger and a desire for revenge, Man Wol's only opportunity for liberation hinges on her ability to release her animosity and discover love. Her everlasting plight compels her to cater to the peculiar guests of the hotel. When Goo Chan Sung, a previous assistant manager, is compelled to take the helm due to an agreement made by his father, he steps in to manage the hotel's finances, potentially providing the avenue for Man Wol's salvation.

Recommendation: Who Are You similar to The Ghost Bride
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Who Are You(후아유 )

2013South Korea
DeathGhostHorrorMurderSupernaturalAmnesiaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGhost-seeing Female LeadInvestigationLove TriangleMysteryOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Horror, Murder, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Yang Shi On, a woman who gains the ability to perceive spirits after emerging from a six-year coma, and Cha Gun Woo, a man who holds a firm belief in tangible proof. As the two detectives collaborate to assist spirits bound to items at a lost-and-found facility in finding peace, they gradually come to understand one another. This drama will explore a romantic triangle involving both spirits and humans. Si On's deceased boyfriend, Lee Hyung Joon, will manifest as a spirit, enhancing the supernatural love story involving Si On and Gun Woo. Hyung Joon was a distinguished member of the police force but met with a tragic fate due to an accident.

Recommendation: Sparrow similar to The Ghost Bride
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Sparrow(麻雀)

2016China
Novel AdaptationDeathHistoricalMurderThrillerBromanceChinese Republican EraDramaEspionageFrenemyMorally Ambiguous Male LeadRomanceSpy Male LeadSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Historical, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Set in Shanghai during the revolutionary period, this drama follows Chen Shen, a covert operative working under the leadership of Special Operations Executive Director Bi Zhong Liang. Chen Shen is part of a group of agents known as "sparrows," similar to Japan's "zero" program. The series is based on the novel "Sparrow" by Hai Fei.

Recommendation: Tientsin Mystic 2 similar to The Ghost Bride
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Tientsin Mystic 2(河神2)

2020China
Novel AdaptationHistoricalHorrorMurderSupernaturalBromanceChildhood Friends RelationshipChinese Republican EraEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingSex IndustryShamanism

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Historical, Horror, Murder, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

Guo De You and his team are currently looking into the mysterious occurrences that have taken place during the republic era. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: The Tipsy Mystery similar to The Ghost Bride
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The Tipsy Mystery(ฆาตกรรมจำไม่ได้)

2025Thailand
DeathGhostHorrorMurderSupernaturalChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyGhost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadInvestigationMedium Female LeadMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSupernatural Being

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Horror, Murder, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Phing, a well-known spirit medium who unexpectedly finds herself at a raucous gathering known as Paradise Seven, a trendy venue attracting a crowd of attractive young individuals, including four infamous playboys: Pi, Ter, Jock, and Dung. Among the attendees is Bam, a breathtaking and captivating woman who ignites the party atmosphere. As everyone indulges in excessive drinking and carefree revelry, the night descends into turmoil. When dawn breaks, the attendees are met with a horrifying revelation: Bam's lifeless body. Phing, who witnesses this grim scenario, seeks to reach out to Bam's spirit to identify her murderer. Sadly, despite making contact, Bam had consumed so much alcohol during the fateful night that even her ghost is unable to recall the events. The situation becomes even more convoluted when Lieutenant Dan, an ardent police officer, takes it upon himself to personally delve into the investigation. With the circumstances becoming increasingly intricate, the pressing question remains: will Phing be able to assist Bam's spirit in uncovering the truth?

Recommendation: Bodhisattva in Storm similar to The Ghost Bride
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Bodhisattva in Storm(憤怒的菩薩)

2018Taiwan
Novel AdaptationDeathHistoricalMurder1940sInvestigationMiniseriesMultiple MainsMystery

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Historical, and Murder themes with a 21% similarity match.

In 1946, the cargo vessel named "Chaofeng Pill" arrived at Keelung Port from Japan with a load of Taiwanese passengers who had journeyed to Japan

Recommendation: The Evil Spirits of the Imperial City similar to The Ghost Bride
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The Evil Spirits of the Imperial City(陰陽師☆安倍晴明〜王都妖奇譚〜)

2002Japan
GhostHistoricalHorrorSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaCurseExorcismMiniseriesSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Ghost, Historical, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 21% similarity match.

The ancient city of Heian, now called Kyoto, faced internal strife. Concerned about the future of his realm, the emperor organizes an "Onmyo festival" to seek guidance on the city's fate. A group of nobles, including the Minister of the Left, Fujiwara no Masayuki, and his brother, the Minister of the Right, Fujiwara no Mitsuhiro, gather in the shrine within the Seiryo chamber. The Onmyoji predict the future by interpreting signs from various sources such as evil spirits, weather, the calendar, and Feng Shi. When Mitsuhiro questions about reading the stars, the imperial Onmyoji, Yasunori, gives a vague response. Another Onmyoji, Kamo no Tadayuki, mentions a powerful curse that they cannot dispel. Masayuki realizes the limitations of the Onmyoji's abilities. Suddenly, a fiery tornado erupts in the shrine, prompting Masayuki to protect the emperor's mistress, Ayako no Kimi. As the fire intensifies, Chihaya no Kimi, the emperor's second consort, sees an evil spirit within it. A man named Abe no Seimei enters the shrine and is hailed as a savior by military officers and consorts. Abe no Seimei, an Onmyoji with the power to banish curses and control evil spirits, brings an end to the chaos.

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Kaiki Dai Kazoku(怪奇大家族)

2004Japan
GhostHorrorSupernaturalThrillerComedyDramaFamilyGhost-seeing Male LeadSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Ghost, Horror, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

The Imawano family relocates to a new home rumored to be haunted. Shortly after moving in, the grandfather, Fuchio, passes away, leaving behind his wife, daughter, son-in-law, and two grandchildren. That evening, Kiyoshi, the grandson, receives a message from Fuchio instructing him to meet at the room behind The Room Which Will Not Open at 2 AM. Upon arrival, Kiyoshi encounters his grandfather's spirit and learns about the family's psychic abilities to communicate with spirits. Fuchio reveals a looming catastrophe that only Kiyoshi can prevent. This show is both humorous and slightly eerie, with an endearing cast and a comedic tone similar to the Addams Family, but with a distinct Japanese twist.

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Himitsu(秘密)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathSupernaturalThrillerFamilyMiniseriesRomanceSpirit PossessionSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

In a tragic bus crash, Naoko and her daughter Monami are involved. Sadly, Naoko loses her life, but her spirit somehow transfers into Monami's body. As Monami comes back to her father Heisuke, they both struggle to navigate their new reality. Heisuke also begins to question the circumstances of the accident, leading him to conduct his own investigation. Derived from Higashino Keigo's 1998 book "Himitsu".

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Shotai(正体)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathMurderThrillerInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPrisoner Male LeadSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Kaburagi Keiichi was taken into custody on suspicion of murder and given the death penalty. He managed to escape from prison during transport, but instead of fleeing, he helped the individuals he encountered in his hiding spot. As these individuals discovered Kaburagi's identity as a death row escapee, they questioned whether he was truly a killer.

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Bluetick(已讀不回)

2018Hong Kong
Novel AdaptationDeathMurderThrillerCo-producedFuneralInvestigationMysterySuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Join the suspenseful journey of ten strangers at a funeral who are entangled in a web of mystery and danger

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Bonkura(ぼんくら)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathHistoricalMurderDisappearanceInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPolice Officer Male Lead

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Historical, and Murder themes with a 21% similarity match.

The murder of a vegetable seller is the beginning of a series of disappearances in a building. Constable Izutsu Heishiro becomes suspicious and sympathetic towards the residents, prompting him to investigate the cases. With the help of his nephew Yuminosuke, Izutsu uncovers a mystery from 17 years ago, hidden by the landowner Minatoya Soemon.

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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathMurderThrillerDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Detective Seiichiro Watari from the Otaru Police Precinct in Hokkaido is retiring soon with unresolved business from seven years ago. The unidentified skeleton of a woman was discovered in the sea of Otaru, halting the investigation. Watari is determined to identify her before leaving the precinct. Three years after retirement, he stumbles upon a clue that could solve the case, despite his limited life expectancy. With the help of detective Kaoru Saotome, he begins reinvestigating, much to the dismay of his wife Suzuko. They travel to Tokyo to meet a jewelry designer who provided a clue, but she has mysteriously disappeared. Watari's obsession with the case stems from the tragic drowning of his daughter Kozue 20 years ago. As he delves deeper, he encounters architect Haruyuki Kiryu, whose connection to the case remains unclear. Kiryu is determined to succeed in his company, even as he becomes involved with Akane Seike, the president's daughter who bears a striking resemblance to his deceased girlfriend. Their entangled fates lead to a dangerous pursuit of ambition and truth.

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Rakuen(楽園)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathMurderSupernaturalInvestigationKidnappingMiniseriesMysteryPsychological

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Murder, and Supernatural themes with a 21% similarity match.

A widely discussed event has taken place in Japan involving the Doizaki couple who murdered their 15-year-old daughter and concealed her body beneath their home for 16 years. One day, Toshiko Hagitani, a homemaker, visits Shigeko Maehata, an employee at a small publishing company, to share her suspicion that her 12-year-old son Hitoshi may possess a unique ability to see the memories of others. Toshiko shows Shigeko a drawing created by Hitoshi depicting a girl with a pale face lying in a house topped with a bat-shaped weather vane, resembling the Doizaki couple case. Intrigued, Shigeko decides to investigate further, but tragically, Hitoshi passes away in a car accident. Meanwhile, the Doizaki couple's lawyer informs their daughter Seiko that they have severed all ties with her. Concurrently, a female high school student is reported missing.

Recommendation: Onna no Naka ni Iru Tanin similar to The Ghost Bride
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Onna no Naka ni Iru Tanin(女の中にいる他人)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathMurderThrillerFamilyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Tanuma Yuriko is a homemaker residing with her spouse Kazuo, their two kids, and mother-in-law Hatsue. When Saori, the spouse of Kazuo's friend Kusumoto Masafumi, is found murdered, Kazuo admits to having an affair with her. Yuriko suspects him of being responsible for Saori's death. Despite Kazuo's attempt to turn himself in to the authorities, Yuriko stops him, choosing to conceal his crime to maintain their family's tranquility. As Yuriko grapples with the situation, a newfound determination to protect her family emerges within her.

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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathMurderThrillerDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

As they entered their late thirties, Komoto Maya, Kagami Riko, and Sakaki Yurika realized they regretted marrying for the sake of happiness. They started to feel the limitations of their careers and questioned the direction of their lives. These three college classmates often went out for drinks together, sharing complaints about their husbands and releasing their pent-up frustrations. One fateful evening, Maya and Riko were summoned to Yurika's home, where she shockingly confessed, "I have killed my husband!" Subsequently, Maya's husband mysteriously disappeared, setting off a chain of events that would alter the destinies of these three women. Thus begins the tale of their vengeance as they strive to reclaim the happiness stolen from them by their marriages.

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Enmadou Sara no Suiri Kitan(閻魔堂沙羅の推理奇譚)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationAfterlifeDeathSupernaturalDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySecond Chance

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Afterlife, Death, and Supernatural themes with a 21% similarity match.

Enmadou Sara serves as the world's judge, determining the fate of the deceased by sending them either to heaven or hell. Those who have been murdered approach her, expressing their desire to return to the living world as they still have unfinished business. Sara instructs them to uncover the truth behind their deaths in order to be granted a second chance at life. Through this process, they not only discover the circumstances of their demise but also realize they did not make the most of their previous lives. The opportunity to transform one's life arises when the readiness to truly live is found.

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Take What to Save You My Love(拿什么拯救你,我的爱人)

2011China
Novel AdaptationDeathMurderThrillerHeiress LeadInvestigationLawyer Male LeadMysteryRomanceSuspense

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Talented attorney Han Ding successfully captures the heart of wealthy heiress Luo Jing Jing, only to find himself caught up in a murder investigation linked to her former flame, Long Xiao Yu. Derived with some modifications from the book "Na Shen Me Zheng Jiu Ni, Wo De Ai Ren" by Hai Yan.

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Strange Folk Tale(民间怪谈录)

2022China
DeathHistoricalMurderSupernaturalChinese Republican EraDetective FictionHistorical FictionInvestigationMysteryWeb Series

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Historical, Murder, and Supernatural themes with a 20% similarity match.

Taking place during the period of the Chinese Republic, the story follows a unique group of individuals possessing exceptional abilities, who embark on a mission to unravel enigmatic and otherworldly occurrences. (DramaWiki)

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Wo Zai Dong Bei Zuo Bai Shi Di Na Xie Nian(我在东北做白事的那些年)

2024China
DeathHorrorMurderThrillerFuneralFuneral Home SettingOrphan Male LeadShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like The Ghost Bride, this drama also features Death, Horror, Murder, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

While accompanying his master during funeral services, Chu Sheng encountered several peculiar incidents that brought back memories of his mother's tragic death. According to rumors, his father was supposedly under the influence of a fox demon when he murdered his mother. Chu Sheng now questions the existence of the demon and wonders if there is more to the truth behind his mother's murder.