The Legend of General of Hong An - Asian drama recommendation
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The Legend of General of Hong An(铁血红安)

2014China
ActionHistoricalWar

The film narrates the journey of General Liu Tong Luo of Hong An, as he guides his comrades to join the Red Army of the Workers & Peasants, aiding them in their growth and ascent to revolutionary positions.

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Recommendation: Jiang Shan Feng Yu Ji Duo Qing similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Jiang Shan Feng Yu Ji Duo Qing(江山风雨几多情)

2012China
ActionHistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action, Historical, and War themes with a 100% similarity match.

Recommendation: Yi Ma San Si Ling similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Yi Ma San Si Ling(一马三司令)

2019China
ActionHistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action, Historical, and War themes with a 100% similarity match.

The play narrates the tale of the Ma siblings, who bravely resisted the formidable Japanese invaders without submitting as slaves. They courageously rallied the students of Shandong Changshan Middle School and the nearby residents to rebel against the Japanese forces, engaging in a fierce battle until meeting their heroic end.

Recommendation: Double Guns similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Double Guns(双枪)

2017China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Eastern Battlefield similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Eastern Battlefield(东方战场)

2016China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Bandit of the Brothers similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Bandit of the Brothers(东北往事之江湖儿女)

2012China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Red Dawn similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Red Dawn(红色黎明 战匪)

2012China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Dog Stick similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Dog Stick(打狗棍)

2013China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Chuan Yue Feng Huo Xian similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Chuan Yue Feng Huo Xian(穿越烽火线)

2013China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Gimli Sword similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Gimli Sword(雳剑)

2013China
ActionWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and War with a 67% similarity match.

Through an investment from Beijing Meng Zhou culture communication limited liability company, the third installment of the "Dream Boat Trilogy" titled "Sword" (previously known as "Against") features Qiao Pengyue, Zhang Ruoyun, Zhu Jie, and other actors. The series authentically depicts the historical events of the New Fourth Army's resistance against the Japanese in southern Anhui during the anti-Japanese war. Set in the autumn of 1938, the storyline focuses on the Japanese invasion of southern Anhui with the aim of gaining control of central China's heartland.

Recommendation: 49 Days Sacrifice similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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49 Days Sacrifice(四十九日·祭)

2014China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

An upcoming TV series based on Zhang Yimou's movie The Flowers of War from 2011 will feature alterations in character dynamics and plot developments. Additionally, viewers can expect new storylines that explore events leading up to and following the Nanking Massacre.

Recommendation: Red Army Expedition East similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Red Army Expedition East(红军东征)

2012China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Once Upon a Time in Tsingtao similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Once Upon a Time in Tsingtao(青岛往事)

2015China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Created by Huo Hong Liang and Shandong Media, this drama is set in the year 1904 and depicts the happenings in the town of Qingdao.

Recommendation: Sister-in-law, Sister-in-law similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Sister-in-law, Sister-in-law(嫂子·嫂子)

2015China
ActionHistorical

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 67% similarity match.

In the town at the junction of the northern provinces of Jinchaji, a newlywed woman named Yun Ding Jiabao faced the tragic loss of her husband during the war with the Japanese. Overcoming her grief, Yun Ding Jiabao displayed remarkable perseverance and wisdom, leading the village women in a determined resistance against the Japanese invaders to protect their homeland. Initially, the women's group, led by Yun Ding Jiabao, relied on their martial arts skills to evade the enemy and escape persecution, gradually moving to a safer location. The unwavering courage and fearless spirit of Yun Ding Jiabao and her companions deeply impressed Sheng Liang, a soldier of the Eighth Route Army who was stationed nearby by the Communist Party to provide protection and supplies. Under Sheng Liang's guidance, the women's group grew stronger in their fight against the Japanese, while also mobilizing the local community to carry out secret missions that dealt significant blows to the enemy forces.

Recommendation: The Flowers and Distant Place similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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The Flowers and Distant Place(花儿与远方)

2017China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: The King of Guns similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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The King of Guns(战地枪王)

2018China
ActionWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and War with a 67% similarity match.

In early 1945, Lu Yinghao returns from military training in the Soviet Union to celebrate his father's birthday at An Tai Hospital in the Northeast. Upon his arrival, he witnesses the Japanese army committing atrocities and taking over the hospital. Driven by a desire for revenge, Lu Yinghao meets Li Ruxue, a determined female warrior. Their paths cross with Tong Xiaofeng, a bandit who instantly falls for Lu Yinghao and steals important documents from him. Despite facing challenges, Lu Yinghao remains committed to his goal of becoming a hero for the people, even after being forced into marriage with Xiaofeng.

Recommendation: Days and a Bureau similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Days and a Bureau(天和局)

2005China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Centered on the Wen and Zhu clan as they navigate the consequences of the conflict between China and France. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: The Story of Han Dynasty similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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The Story of Han Dynasty(楚汉风云)

2005China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

The narrative recounts how Liu Bang and Xiang Yu united to oppose the Qin dynasty in the Chu-Han War, and how Liu Bang's aspirations drove him to overcome Xiang Yu and create the Han Dynasty

Recommendation: Railway Wind and Cloud similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Railway Wind and Cloud(铁道风云)

2021China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in the chaotic North East during the year 1927. It follows the journey of Cao Mofei and his comrades as they clash with the Japanese intruders in a violent struggle to construct a railway under Chinese authority. CCTV

Recommendation: Man's Inhumanity to Man similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Man's Inhumanity to Man(反人类暴行)

2025China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

In 1992, while sorting through historical documents at the Harbin 731 Museum, Xiao Jin, a staff member, stumbled upon incomplete records, prompting a cross-border quest to reveal the long-hidden truth. The film revisits Harbin amid the Japanese occupation of China, employing various viewpoints to deeply unveil the horrific human experimentation and atrocities perpetrated by Unit 731. It denounces the horrors of militarism while also celebrating the unyielding spirit of the Chinese people.

Recommendation: The Proof of Memories similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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The Proof of Memories(记忆的证明)

2004China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hong Jian similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Hong Jian(红箭)

2014China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mountains and Rivers similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Mountains and Rivers(山河同在)

2015China
ActionWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Tie Dao You Ji Dui similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Tie Dao You Ji Dui(铁道游击队)

2005China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Song of Youth (2006) similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Song of Youth (2006)(青春之歌)

2006China
HistoricalWar

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Cold Arrow similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Cold Arrow(冷箭)

2009China
ActionHistoricalWarChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action, Historical, and War themes with a 60% similarity match.

Recommendation: Forging Knife similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Forging Knife(锻刀)

2016China
ActionHistoricalWarChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action, Historical, and War themes with a 60% similarity match.

In ancient times, the legend tells of the Zhaotong Youth River Blade, commanded by Xiao Heng, as they battled the Japanese forces from Yunnan.

Recommendation: Northeast Anti-Japanese Allied Army similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Northeast Anti-Japanese Allied Army(东北抗日联军)

2015China
HistoricalWarDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

Describes the Japanese imperialist incursion into Northeast China in 1931, detailing the fierce resistance mounted by the local population under the guidance of the Communist Party of China

Recommendation: Battle Flag similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Battle Flag(战旗)

2012China
ActionHistoricalWarDramaMilitaryRomance

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action, Historical, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

During the "September 18th" Incident, the Kuomintang forces withdrew from North China as senior officer Jin Ge tragically passed away. Upon his return to Dong'an City, Jin Ge sought to retrieve his mother and newlywed wife Liu Wenting. However, they were met with Japanese occupation, leading to Liu Wenting's tragic death by suicide and Jin Ge's subsequent arrest. Our party's underground workers successfully rescued Jin Ge with the hope of utilizing his military expertise in the fight against the Eighth Route Army. Despite initial doubts about the Eighth Route Army's combat capabilities, Jin Ge opted to remain near Dong'an City to confront the enemy forces alone. Following a chance encounter with Dai Jinhua, the leader of the enemy's anti-Japanese guerrillas, Jin Ge joined forces with them to combat the Japanese invaders. Their collaboration evolved from initial mistrust to fighting side by side, with Jin Ge recognizing the true anti-Japanese spirit embodied by Dai Jinhua. Together, they operated as a formidable anti-Japanese resistance force behind enemy lines, significantly impeding the Japanese military efforts. As the Japanese forces retreated from various battlefields in 1945, Kamei devised the ruthless "Dead Sea" plan for Dong'an City, threatening the lives of its inhabitants. Jin Ge and Jinhua led a covert mission into the city, successfully thwarting the implementation of the plan and heralding the beginning of the end for the Japanese occupation.

Recommendation: Jue Zhan Jiang Nan similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Jue Zhan Jiang Nan(决战江南)

2012China
HistoricalWarDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

The narrative follows Guan Zhu Qing, a member of the Communist Party, as he leads a team of four individuals on a mission to the southern region of the Yangtze River. Their objective is to dismantle the Kuomintang AM plan and engage in a campaign to eradicate bandits.

Recommendation: The City of Fog similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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The City of Fog(雾都)

2012China
HistoricalWarDisaster

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hu Die Xing Dong similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Hu Die Xing Dong(蝴蝶行动)

2012China
ActionHistoricalWarDramaSuspenseThriller

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action, Historical, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a Chinese woman attending college who switches roles with her twin sister, a Japanese spy

Recommendation: Ren Min De Xuan Ze similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Ren Min De Xuan Ze(人民的选择)

2021China
HistoricalWarDocumentary

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

The play depicts the challenges China encountered in making crucial decisions regarding peace and conflict, as well as good and evil, following the triumph of the Anti-Japanese War

Recommendation: Ling Paolou similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Ling Paolou(零炮楼)

2013China
HistoricalWarDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Next Life Is To Marry You similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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The Next Life Is To Marry You(下辈子还嫁给你)

2013China
ActionHistoricalFamily

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Operation Sirius similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Operation Sirius(天狼星行动)

2013China
HistoricalWarDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Light and Shadow (2014) similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Light and Shadow (2014)(光影)

2014China
ActionWarRomance

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and War with a 50% similarity match.

Following the outbreak of the War of Resistance Against Japan, Xia Li Xin, a distinguished graduate of the military academy, faced intense animosity. He displayed remarkable bravery on the battlefield, not only engaging the enemy head-on but also carrying out special operations behind enemy lines. Through his efforts, he thwarted numerous enemy schemes and significantly contributed to the war effort. After enduring many trials, Xia Li Xin found his place in the Eighth Route Army. Leading his comrades, he launched successful ambush operations against the Japanese forces, dealing them heavy blows and safeguarding the base areas. Amidst defending his homeland, Xia Li Xin also found true love, inspiring them to face new challenges and achieve victory together.

Recommendation: Hummingbird Attack similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Hummingbird Attack(蜂鳥)

2015China
ActionWarDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and War with a 50% similarity match.

Following the tragic deaths of her parents, Lu Ya Meng transforms into a vigilante and embarks on a killing spree alongside her close friend. Over time, she comes to the realization that her quest for vengeance is misplaced. Her perspective shifts when Luo Shao Qing, a fellow doctor, persuades her to join forces as a communist operative.

Recommendation: The Spirit of Soldiers similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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The Spirit of Soldiers(铁血军魂)

2016China
ActionWarMilitary

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and War with a 50% similarity match.

The narrative follows Qianqing Bellerui, a graduate of the Japanese Army Military Academy following the "July 7th Incident

Recommendation: Hard Bone similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Hard Bone(硬骨头)

2016China
ActionWarAnti-War

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and War with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: White Deer Plain (2017) similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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White Deer Plain (2017)(白鹿原)

2017China
HistoricalWarDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

Located in White Deer Village in Shaanxi Province, the story revolves around the Bai and Lu families who have coexisted peacefully for generations. However, conflicts arise over land ownership, leading to a fierce competition between the two clans. A young woman who recently arrived in the village becomes entangled in the feud. Director Liu Jin uses the families' story as a representation of the Chinese people's struggles during various historical events, including the invasion by Japanese forces, civil war after World War II, and the rise of the Communist Party. The plot is adapted from Chen Zhong Shi's novel.

Recommendation: The Autumn Harvest Uprising similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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The Autumn Harvest Uprising(秋收起义)

2017China
HistoricalWarDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Zhi Zhuo De Zhui Zong similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Zhi Zhuo De Zhui Zong(执着的追踪)

2017China
HistoricalWarDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Zhao Yunda, who works as a spy for both the military and the Chinese Communist Party, and Hu Dashan, a bandit. Despite being both adversaries and companions, they embark on a quest to find the valuable Peking Man skull. Retrieved from: Douban

Recommendation: The Battle at the Dawn similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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The Battle at the Dawn(黎明决战)

2017China
HistoricalWarDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

The plot of this play draws inspiration from the historical event where the 27th army division of the Kuomintang was defeated by Liu Han Xing, who was serving as the Public Safety Officer of Harbin under the CPC at that time.

Recommendation: Xue Zhan Song Mao Ling similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Xue Zhan Song Mao Ling(血战松毛岭)

2022China
HistoricalWarBased On A True Story

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

Drawing inspiration from the historical events of the battle of Songmaoling in 1934, this drama depicts the unwavering resolve of a group of youthful soldiers as they protect Songmaoling for a week straight. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Lou Wai Lou similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Lou Wai Lou(楼外楼)

2018China
HistoricalWarRomance

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Historical and War with a 50% similarity match.

A tale depicting the Hong brothers managing Lou Wai Lou amidst military imperialism, warfare, and the resistance against Japanese occupation throughout a span of two decades. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: New World (2020) similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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New World (2020)(新世界)

2020China
ActionHistoricalWarBrothers' RelationshipRevolutionRomance

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action, Historical, and War themes with a 50% similarity match.

Taking place in Beiping city just before the establishment of the People's Republic of China in 1949, the narrative follows the significant transformations in the lives of three siblings - Jin Hai, Tie Lin, and Xu Tian. A love story unfolds between Xu Tian and Tian Dan amidst the backdrop of historical events. Xu Tian, a police officer, embarks on a journey to unravel the mystery behind his late fiancée's murder, ultimately leading him to play a role in the liberation of Beiping. The trio of friends, Jin Hai, Tie Lin, and Xu Tian, face a series of choices that set them on different paths as they navigate through the turbulent times and ideological differences. Xu Tian and Tian Dan, despite their hardships, find solidarity and a shared purpose that unites them.

Recommendation: Winter and Lion similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Winter and Lion(冰雪尖刀连)

2023China
ActionWarMilitary

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and War with a 50% similarity match.

Wu Qian Li, a military leader, has come back to his native village after his older brother passed away in the Huaihai Battle. Meanwhile, his younger brother, Wu Wan Li, causes problems in their small fishing community. Qian Li resolves to guide his sibling towards a military career, and they both head back to camp just as the army prepares to join the historic War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea.

Recommendation: Jun Ying Zhi Ma Guan similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Jun Ying Zhi Ma Guan(军营芝麻官)

2008China
ActionHistoricalMilitary

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

"Jun Ying Zhi Ma Guan" narrates the tale of contemporary armed forces

Recommendation: Abarenbo Shogun Season 10 similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Abarenbo Shogun Season 10(暴れん坊将軍 10)

2000Japan
ActionHistoricalDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Yoshimune Tokugawa serves as the 8th Shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate and faces ongoing issues with troublemakers in Megumi, his city. Disguised as Tokuda Shinnosuke, he moves around the city to gather information firsthand with the help of his allies, including oniwaban (ninjas) and the captain of the Megumi fire company. Yoshimune uses the fire company as his headquarters while he is away from Himeji Castle. Although the captain and oniwaban are aware of his true identity, the rest of the city remains oblivious to his role as the Shogun. After solving crimes, Yoshimune confronts the culprits, who often attempt to attack him with samurai swords, unaware of his true identity. Yoshimune typically uses the blunt side of his sword to subdue them, reserving the sharp edge for only the most severe cases.

Recommendation: Abarenbo Shogun Season 11 similar to The Legend of General of Hong An
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Abarenbo Shogun Season 11(暴れん坊将軍 11)

2001Japan
ActionHistoricalDrama

Like The Legend of General of Hong An, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Tokugawa Yoshimune, the 8th Shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate, faces ongoing challenges with troublemakers in his city of Megumi. Disguised as Tokuda Shinnosuke, a regular resident of Megumi, Yoshimune, also known as Shin-san, gathers information by blending in with the population. With the assistance of oniwaban (ninjas) and the captain of the Megumi fire company, Yoshimune operates from the fire company headquarters while away from Himeji Castle. Only a select few individuals, including the captain and oniwaban, are aware of Yoshimune's true identity. When Yoshimune solves crimes, he reveals himself to the perpetrators, who often attempt to attack him with samurai swords. However, Yoshimune typically uses the blunt side of his sword to subdue them without causing serious harm. He only resorts to using the sharp side in rare cases when dealing with particularly vicious adversaries.