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The Prince's Shadow(御用閒人)

2005Hong Kong
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomance

Ko Sing possesses knowledge in both literary works and martial arts. Despite being an official, he is the person Emperor Kin Lung turns to for solving complex issues. Sing travels to Yangzhou in order to locate the emperor's beloved, Yu Yee. He discovers that Yee has been traded to the proprietor of a well-known brothel named So Sam. Unbeknownst to Sing, the brothel serves as a refuge for vulnerable girls. Misinterpreting the situation, Sing mistakenly believes that Sam coerces young girls into prostitution. Yee becomes entangled in a homicide case. Sam, also recognized as the "Chivalrous Prostitute", makes every effort to rescue her. It is only then that Sing comprehends the true nature of Sam.

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Recommendation: Abandoned Secret similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Abandoned Secret(被遗弃的秘密)

2011China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceDrama

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 80% similarity match.

Having grown tired of her younger sister An Qiao's spoiled behavior, Zhou Yu Qin leaves her at the Lantern Festival, much to the distress of their mother Ruo Lan. A decade later, Yu Qin is now the leader of the Zhou family, while An Qiao, now going by the name Liu Liu, makes a surprising return. Liu Liu quickly wins over the hearts of the Zhou family members, causing them to question their loyalty to Yu Qin. Liu Liu's reappearance also stirs up romantic feelings from both Yu Qin's husband, Dai Yong Cheng, and the Zhou family's son, Zhou Tian Qi. As suspicions about Liu Liu arise, Yu Qin decides to investigate and uncovers a shocking truth - An Qiao is actually deceased. The mystery remains: who is Liu Liu? (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Legend of the Double Dragons similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Legend of the Double Dragons(迷雾双龙)

2011China
HistoricalInvestigationMystery

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 75% similarity match.

During 1937, a clandestine Japanese group embarked on a covert operation to acquire the prized "Jing Tai Shuang Long" vases crafted in the Qing dynasty. As news of their mission reached the Chinese authorities, the descendants of Shuang Long's creator started perishing in inexplicable ways. Xing Wen Yuan, the sole remaining family member, is tasked with safeguarding the artifact, uncovering the Japanese operatives, and identifying the enigmatic assailant before it's too late.

Recommendation: Lian Huan Tao similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Lian Huan Tao(连环套)

2012China
HistoricalInvestigationMystery

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 75% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Disinterested Judge similar to The Prince's Shadow
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The Disinterested Judge(铁面御史)

2014China
HistoricalInvestigationMystery

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 75% similarity match.

Song Zhao Yi served as a palace official in the imperial court, holding the powerful and noble accountable for their actions. He gained a reputation for his straightforward and unbiased approach, earning him the nickname of the "iron-faced imperial historian". This term later came to represent officials who remained impartial and strict, unafraid of challenging the powerful and showing no favoritism.

Recommendation: Revolving Doors of Vengeance similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Revolving Doors of Vengeance(酒店風雲)

2005Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomance

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 75% similarity match.

The plot revolves around the Wong family, led by Wong Yuk Ting, who owns a prestigious hotel chain. It follows the story of how a favor leads to a quest for revenge in a complex tale of loyalty and retribution. Wong Kai Kit, the youngest son of Wong Yuk Ting, finds himself caught in a power struggle within the family after his father's sudden mysterious death. The family business is unexpectedly taken over by Ko Fung, who forms a romantic relationship with Bik Kei, a woman he meets at the hotel. As tensions rise among the family members, including Kit's uncle Wing Fat, deception and intrigue become commonplace. Ko Fung's true intentions for the business cause ongoing conflict with Kai Kit, ultimately leading to his growth and development through their many confrontations.

Recommendation: Ang Shim Jung similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Ang Shim Jung(앙심정)

2010South Korea
HistoricalInvestigationMystery

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 75% similarity match.

A clandestine team known as “Ang Shim Jung” battles against a formidable organization called the 12 Zodiac Animals, which seeks to dominate Joseon. Min Chung Seol, a noblewoman whose family was murdered, becomes a member of Ang Shim Jung, where she encounters Kang Ye Rang.

Recommendation: Ancient Forensic Expert similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Ancient Forensic Expert(青镜行)

2024China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

Healer Qu Zhen and Prince Rong Jin Sheng collaborate to fight against a lethal toxin that is spreading throughout Dasheng. Throughout their journey, they encounter misunderstandings, assassins, and political plots, putting Qu Zhen's abilities and resolve to the test. Together, they travel through dangerous territories in search of a remedy while revealing sinister truths that pose a threat to the empire.

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My Cat Burglar(聘猫记)

2024China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

The plot centers on the "Feline Rental House" situated in Lin'an city during the Southern Song Dynasty. Zhang Qiao Er, the owner, acquired cat-training skills from craftsmen in her youth. Local families would rent cats from her establishment when they needed a feline assistant. Unexpectedly, Zhang Qiao Er becomes entangled in a significant case in the city, where she crosses paths with Ma Qing Shan, a sincere young constable from Lin'an Prefecture. As the case progresses, Zhang Qiao Er's hidden identity as the infamous "Cat Thief" gradually comes to light. She has been the subject of Ma Qing Shan's pursuit all along. Amidst their cat-and-mouse game, feelings develop between them, leading to a collaboration to uncover the mastermind behind the scenes and protect Lin'an city.

Recommendation: Word Twisters' Adventures similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Word Twisters' Adventures(鐵咀銀牙)

2007Hong Kong
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceComedyLaw

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

Due to a mysterious family curse, Chan Mung Kit, hailing from a family of lawyers, is compelled by his mother to engage in frivolous activities and dedicate himself to managing a brothel despite his exceptional abilities. Following a careless error, he becomes entangled in a legal conflict, leading to his acquaintance with the articulate Lap Lan Ching Ching, who was actually the cause of the legal dispute, despite Kit having known her previously, along with the adversary Fong Tong Gang from the government. Kit harbors a deep animosity towards Ching and Gang after being falsely accused.

Recommendation: Chinese Sherlock Shi similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Chinese Sherlock Shi(新施公案)

2012China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryDetective Fiction

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 60% similarity match.

Recommendation: Lady's House similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Lady's House(淑女之家)

2014China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceFamily

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 60% similarity match.

In the year 1930 in Shang Hai, Zhou Jin uncovers her family's past and learns of her father's mysterious death a decade ago. Determined to uncover the truth, Zhou Jin enlists the help of her childhood companion, Su Zhi Wen, to delve into the powerful Shen family. Through their investigation, they stumble upon the hidden dangers and secrets lurking beneath the glamorous facade of the "Lady's House", posing a threat to Zhou Jin's mission.

Recommendation: Vigilante Force similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Vigilante Force(智勇新警界)

2003Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceDrama

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 60% similarity match.

Recommendation: Brink of Law similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Brink of Law(突圍行動)

2007Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceAction

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 60% similarity match.

Tong Chi Ko (Steven Ma) is taken to court for defamation but later turns his life around and joins a fashion company as a legal advisor. He befriends Tung Yat Jun (Ron Ng), the nephew of the company's owner, Tung Jin Lung (Elliot Yue). Ko reunites with his former flame, Tsui Wing (Bernice Liu), only to discover her unusual relationship with Lung. Meanwhile, Lung's wife, Kam Chi (Michelle Yim), uncovers Jun's secret and vows to seek revenge. As Ko delves deeper, he uncovers a possible link between the fashion company and illegal betting activities. However, the truth is murky, leaving everyone wondering who is really pulling the strings behind the scenes.

Recommendation: Shiro to Kuro (2008) similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Shiro to Kuro (2008)(白と黒)

2008Japan
InvestigationMysteryRomanceDrama

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 60% similarity match.

This tale follows a woman caught between two brothers with different personalities. Kamuro Reiko receives a marriage proposal from Kiryu Shogo, a genuine and idealistic man. However, on the same day, she is involved in a car accident. In a daze, she witnesses Akimoto Kazuha, Shogo's childhood friend, fleeing the scene. Reiko survives the crash and is cared for by Kazuha, who shows her great affection. This leads Reiko to suspect a connection between Kazuha and Shogo. Soon, Shogo's younger brother Masato enters the picture. Unlike his brother, Masato lives a hedonistic life. Despite her feelings for her fiance, Reiko cannot resist the temptation to uncover the truth and finds herself drawn to Masato. --Fuji TV

Recommendation: Fufu no Himitsu similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Fufu no Himitsu(夫婦の秘密)

2024Japan
InvestigationMysteryRomanceMiniseries

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 60% similarity match.

The show portrays the hidden troubles within the seemingly cheerful routines of a husband and wife who own a flower shop and a woman who runs a cafe nearby

Recommendation: Pure Heart similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Pure Heart(순정)

2001South Korea
InvestigationMysteryRomanceDetective Supporting Character

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 60% similarity match.

Lee Chan Suk is a prudent and astute law enforcement officer tracking down the criminal suspect Kang Hyun Gee. Sae Jin, Hyun Gee's biological sister, grew up as the sole child in a prosperous adoptive household. Initially, Chan Suk employs Sae Jin as a lure to apprehend Hyun Gee, but as time passes, he finds himself drawn to her genuine nature.

Recommendation: Ningyo Sashichi Torimonocho (2016) similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Ningyo Sashichi Torimonocho (2016)(人形佐七捕物帳)

2016Japan
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryNovel Adaptation

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 60% similarity match.

Inspired by the historical fiction "Ningyou Sashichi Torimonochou" authored by Yokomizo Seishi.

Recommendation: In Bed with a Stranger similar to The Prince's Shadow
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In Bed with a Stranger(再見,枕邊人)

2024Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceAge Gap

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 60% similarity match.

In Hong Kong, relatives of a missing individual can request for the individual to be legally declared deceased after a period of seven years. Yeung Man Sum, a production company owner, chooses to move on from his wife Koo Ching Tin, who has been missing for seven years, and tie the knot with his caring girlfriend Chu Sin Mei. However, unexpectedly, Chi Hin's biological mother Ching Tin reappears.

Recommendation: Ultimate Conquest similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Ultimate Conquest(终极征服)

2013China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceActionDramaWar

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

A tale of young individuals who bravely defend their nation unfolds as the Japanese military launches an attack on China in 1937. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Double Happiness (2018) similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Double Happiness (2018)(欢乐无双, 歡樂無雙)

2018China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceComedyHistorical FictionMing Dynasty

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Taking place during the Ming dynasty, the show pushes the boundaries of the mystery genre with a comedic twist. This marks Chung Shu Kai's second venture into period dramas, following his work on Lan Ling Wang and various other tvb productions.

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Young Blood Agency(民国少年侦探社)

2019China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceActionChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

A group of passionate young individuals come together to establish a detective agency with a mission to uncover the truth. Known as the Young Blood Agency, this investigative team operates during the Republican era and is committed to unraveling enigmatic cases. Despite gaining a positive reputation for their successful investigations, the mysteries they encounter are intertwined with unresolved conflicts from the past. As the four members of the agency delve deeper into their cases, they come to realize the complex ties that bind them together.

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My Zombie Lord(我的僵尸王爷)

2020China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceComedyFantasyShort Length Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

A prince from ancient times traveled across dimensions and arrived in the present day. His soul is bound to a creature, yet it doesn't mar his striking appearance. Nonetheless, he is unfazed by this, as his sole purpose is seeking revenge. The injustice done to him and his wife in this world fills them with rage. He detests those responsible and is eager to uncover the truth. As his fist clenches tightly, a woman enters the scene. Strikingly similar to his deceased wife, she begins to captivate him, leading to unexpected feelings blossoming within him. What strange twists and turns will unfold from here on...

Recommendation: An Old Magic! similar to The Prince's Shadow
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An Old Magic!(彩门令)

2023China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceComedyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

The narrative follows the journey of Liu Tian, who is apprehended by the chief of the imperial city for his involvement in a magical case. Magician Ling Dong crosses paths with Liu Tian, leading to a master-apprentice relationship as they navigate through the intricate and mysterious case together. As they journey together, a hidden love blossoms between them. (Tencent Video - Mini Drama Youtube account)

Recommendation: Feng Ming Sheng Ge similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Feng Ming Sheng Ge(凤鸣笙歌)

2025China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

During the day, Feng Qing Yu runs a hotel, but at night he transforms into Gu Xiao Yu, a man caught in a dangerous time loop with a concealed identity. His encounter with the intelligent fortune teller Lu Yun Sheng leads them to work together in unraveling the mystery, but their investigation is complicated by the sudden reappearance of his enigmatic childhood companion. (TMDb)

Recommendation: Marry Me, My Evil Lord similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Marry Me, My Evil Lord(亲爱的司丞大人)

2024China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceAge GapShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Mei Shi Qi is a junior member of the Secret Guards Department, aspiring to gain recognition from her superiors, achieve a high rank, accumulate wealth, and find a suitable husband. Despite her desire to prove herself, Mei Shi Qi has struggled to showcase her skills or meet her personal and professional goals. When Emperor Yu's beloved concubine, Lady Chen, unexpectedly passes away, the Secret Guards are tasked with investigating the incident discreetly. Facing obstacles due to the involvement of the palace, Mei Shi Qi volunteers for the job and eventually receives the assignment after persistent efforts. Concerned about her safety, her colleagues fear she will clash with Leng Mo Yan, a formidable figure in the Investigation Bureau. Leng Mo Yan, Emperor Yu's personal bodyguard, is known for his distrust of the Secret Guards Department and skepticism towards Mei Shi Qi's abilities. Despite facing challenges and opposition from Leng Mo Yan, Mei Shi Qi remains determined to uncover the truth behind Lady Chen's death.

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The Magic Bowl(聚宝盆)

2003China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceHistorical FictionMing DynastyMultiple Mains

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Is it possible for a compassionate and truthful individual to elevate themselves from poverty to achieve great success? Shen Wan San, a man known for his kindness and honesty, often struggles to afford even basic necessities. Despite this, he rises to become the wealthiest entrepreneur of the Ming Dynasty, all the while remaining optimistic and cheerful. How does he accomplish such a remarkable feat?

Recommendation: Storm in Shanghai (2005) similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Storm in Shanghai (2005)(上海风云)

2005China
InvestigationMystery

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation and Mystery with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Burning Rose similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Burning Rose(燃烧的玫瑰)

2009China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceDramaShort Length Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Yang Lin, an international student studying in a university in England, returns to China upon hearing news of her father's suspicious death after falling from a tall hospital building. Refusing to believe the suicide theory, she embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind her father's demise. Along the way, she encounters Jiang Hai Yang, the last person known to have spoken to her father, who leads her to individuals holding the answers to her family's hidden history, including the existence of a long-lost sister.

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Iron Masked Singer(铁面歌女)

2010China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceChinese Republican EraHistorical FictionSuspenseThriller

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Wealthy entrepreneur Bai Yi Ming took his soon-to-be wife, A Bu, to his stunning Rose Manor. A Bu experienced a series of strange occurrences and nightmares during their stay. Seeking answers, she turned to her fiance. Bai Yi Ming had a brief affair with a woman named Hu Yin Yin, promising to marry her before disappearing without a trace. Learning of her pregnancy, Hu Yin Yin traveled to Shanghai in search of Bai Yi Ming. Fate had other plans for her, as she was eventually taken care of and loved by musician Tao Da Wei. While Bai Yi Ming was involved with other women, Tao Da Wei and Hu Yin Yin faced many challenges together. They welcomed a set of twins, and Tao Da Wei discovered Hu Yin Yin's beautiful singing voice. Tragically, Hu Yin Yin was disfigured in a terrible accident, leading her to wear a mask. Their paths crossed again when Hu Yin Yin, now known as Hu Die, encountered Bai Yi Ming once more. Despite their shared history, Bai Yi Ming pursued Hu Die. However, their story did not have a happy ending, as it was eventually revealed that Hu Die had passed away.

Recommendation: Xiang Fen Chuanqi similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Xiang Fen Chuanqi(香粉传奇)

2006China
HistoricalRomance

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Jun Zi Hao Qiu similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Jun Zi Hao Qiu(君子好逑)

2007China
HistoricalRomance

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

Shui Bing Xin, the Minister of War's skilled and lovely daughter, is engaged to her foster sibling Hou Xiao. Yet, the return of her childhood sweetheart Tie Zhong Yu could disrupt their plans.

Recommendation: Saga from Snow Mountains similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Saga from Snow Mountains(长白英雄传)

2007China
HistoricalRomance

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Advisers of Criminal Law similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Advisers of Criminal Law(刑名师爷)

2012China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryHistorical FictionMing Dynasty

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

After coming back to Ming dynasty China from abroad, Meng Tian Chu is on a quest to find his missing father. Alongside the seemingly mild-mannered but determined local advisor Duan Ping, he unravels challenging and sometimes dangerous mysteries. Despite their contrasting investigative approaches, the two clash frequently as they compete for the affection of Xia Feng Yi, a butcher's daughter.

Recommendation: Allure Snow similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Allure Snow(倾城雪)

2012China
HistoricalRomance

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

In Allure Snow, the exquisite Suzhou-style embroidery intertwines the fates of a group of young individuals - the spirited and compassionate only daughter of the Jiang household, the rural boy who unknowingly belongs to the rival Heng family but always supports her, his half-brother who is the legitimate heir and her promised partner, and his admirer who secretly adores her and serves her loyally. (Dramaddicts)

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Beautiful Trap (2014)(美丽背后)

2014China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceCity SettingDrama

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: In the Dream to Find the Answer similar to The Prince's Shadow
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In the Dream to Find the Answer(四手妙弹)

2015China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceAdventureFriendshipSupernaturalTime Travel

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Four women of varying personalities and abilities journey through time to ancient China, where they work together to unravel mysterious cases

Recommendation: Beauties of the King similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Beauties of the King(龙凤店传奇)

2017China
HistoricalRomance

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

Following the passing of her mother, Feng Er's father remarries and sends her to Ling Shan for education, leading to her separation from childhood friend Chang Geng. Upon her return home, Feng Er is shocked to find the house abandoned. After rescuing a group of girls during a conflict, she embarks on a journey to find her father and Chang Geng, accompanied by the girls. Along the way, they encounter Jing Rong, who develops romantic feelings for Feng Er.

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Beauties of the King 2(龙凤店传奇)

2017China
HistoricalRomance

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Love and Lose Heart Season 2 similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Love and Lose Heart Season 2(蜜恋失心第2季)

2018China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceBusinessPsychological

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Ge Nie Faction similar to The Prince's Shadow
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Ge Nie Faction(盖聂门)

2020China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: A Mission similar to The Prince's Shadow
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A Mission(使命)

2005China
InvestigationMystery

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation and Mystery with a 50% similarity match.

The drama narrates the tale of Lin Yin, the Chief of Qingshui City Public Security Bureau

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Wonderful Time(一念时光)

2021China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceCohabitationMultiple Couples

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

While searching for his missing older brother, CEO Gong Ou becomes convinced that Shi Xiao Nian is the woman Gong Yu was photographed with before he vanished. Shi Xiao Nian, a manhua artist, is baffled by the accusation. In order to prove her innocence, she reluctantly agrees to live under the same roof as Gong Ou. As they both begin to move on from their pasts and grow closer, their love is tested repeatedly. The truth about Gong Yu's disappearance is revealed, exposing a power struggle within NE Group. Gong Ou battles with ongoing paranoia. Shi Xiao Nian decides to leave temporarily, but hopes for a future reunion with Gong Ou.

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Cordial Companions(与卿行)

2023China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceWeb Novel AdaptationDramaShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Lin Wan Qing, the cautious and indecisive head of the Miduoduo Armed Escort Agency, goes undercover at the supreme court as a part-time killer to rejuvenate the agency. Su Mo Yi, the aloof and merciless official of the supreme court, pretends to befriend the gentle Lin Wan Qing. Together, they collaborate to solve cases and safeguard the imperial city, leading to a mutually fulfilling romantic tale. (iQIYI)

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Mysterious Tales of Chang'an(长安秘闻录)

2022China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

In the era of the Tang Dynasty, Crown Prince Li Xing He ventured out of the palace in disguise and crossed paths with the coroner Zhang Xiao Meng and the official of the Court of Judicial Review, Chu Qi. Together, they unraveled the enigmatic Gu Case before stumbling upon the Red-Clothes Murder Case. As they delved deeper into their investigations, they found themselves entangled in the perplexing Fox Spirit Locked Room Murder Case. How will they untangle all the Mysteries of Chang'an?

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Miss Su Please Stop(苏小姐请留步)

2022China
HistoricalRomance

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

The protagonist, Su Jiu'er, is the spirited daughter of a general who crosses paths with the 9th prince while fleeing from her malicious stepmother. Their love blossoms instantly, leading the prince to defy his prearranged marriage in order to be with Jiu'er. This decision only serves to enrage her stepmother and a rival, Su Yue, who was originally intended to marry the prince. Meanwhile, the empress adds pressure to their situation with each passing moment. With an imperial decree, a substitute marriage, and a stroke of good luck, will the couple be able to find their happily ever after? (Chinesedrama.Info)

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Yes, I Am a Spy(奈何寨主不好当)

2023China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceComedyHidden IdentityShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

The Hidden Team's confidential list was compromised by a traitor, sparking fear among its members. Shen Yi Feng, the leader of the team, was tasked by the emperor to uncover the mole. However, in order to protect the undercover agents still in the field, the stolen list needed to be recovered. Zhang Xiao Hua was assigned to gather intel and discovered that the list was in Nahezhai. She devised a plan to retrieve the list by pretending to be captured by Luo He, the second master, and offering herself to the leader of the Great Clan. Unbeknownst to her, the leader had a jealous wife, putting Zhang Xiao Hua's life in danger. In a twist of events, Luo He intervened and proposed to marry Zhang Xiao Hua, causing tension within the clan. Zhang Xiao Hua used this opportunity to instigate a conflict between the leader and Luo He in order to retrieve the list. However, Luo He saw through her plan, revealing his true intentions...

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Hagure Keiji: Junjoha Series 13(はぐれ刑事純情派 シリーズ13)

2000Japan
InvestigationMystery

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Investigation and Mystery with a 50% similarity match.

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Peerless Concubine Physician(绝色医妃)

2023China
HistoricalRomance

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

Established by Qin Zhao Yu and Shen Wan Qing, Shen Xi was married off to the "cruel" Prince Zhen Nan. During her journey, she was attacked but saved by the prince, Chen Yi Zhi. They make an agreement that Chen Yi Zhi will instruct Shen Xi on survival skills and then send her back to Qin after a year, so she can start seeking vengeance. (Youku)

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Fatal Crossing(致命穿越)

2024China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryRomanceChinese Republican EraHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Xiao En, the second daughter of a military governor's family during the Republic of China era, who finds herself transported 90 years into the future. In this new timeline, she is reborn as Mei En, a contemporary actress, and joins forces with popular actor Wang Xing to unravel the truth behind a tragic family massacre from the past. Viewers can expect a blend of romance, fantasy, and suspense as the characters juggle their two different worlds while delving into a historical enigma.

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A Ming Dynasty Mystery Legal Cases(大明悬案录)

2024China
HistoricalInvestigationMysteryShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Prince's Shadow, this drama also features Historical, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Story 1: "The Enigmatic Incidents of the Ming Dynasty: Nili Chapter" follows the tale of Ding Zhao Zhao, a woman in charge of apprehending criminals for the Six Doors, who becomes entangled in a strange case and forges a strong connection with the "Rebel" Chu Bu Fan. Together, they collaborate to investigate and track down the killer. Story 2: "Unrestricted Incidents of the Ming Dynasty: Dark Gaze" recounts the events of the 12th year of Chenghua's rule during the Ming Dynasty, when a mysterious dark eye appears in the capital and causes harm. Ding Zhao Zhao, the female head catcher of the Six Doors, the thief Chu Bu Fan, head catcher He Yue Fei of the Six Doors, and others unite to crack the case. This is a tale of mystery, uncovering the truth, and safeguarding the stability of the capital.