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The Truth of Scent(闻香探案录)

2023China
Chinese Republican EraCold CaseDetective Agency SettingDetective Female LeadDetective FictionDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Male LeadInchoate CrimeMagician Male LeadMysterySupernaturalThriller

Wen Xiang, a girl with extraordinary abilities who tragically lost her family, crosses paths with the dissolute investigator Wang Ya. They join forces to assist the magician Mo Xi, a suspect in a crime, in proving his innocence. Together, they establish the Wen Xiang Detective Agency. Through unraveling numerous perplexing cases, they uncover the truth behind the mysterious figure orchestrating the crimes. (SIMKL)

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Recommendation: Dream Detective similar to The Truth of Scent
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Dream Detective(潜梦追凶)

2020China
Chinese Republican EraDetective Female LeadDetective FictionDifficult AdulthoodMysterySupernaturalThrillerCriminal Supporting CharacterHistoricalHistorical FictionMurderSerial Killer Supporting CharacterSerial KillingsSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Chen Si, an upstanding investigator, is paired with Yuan Bu Jie, a dream interpreter with exceptional analytical abilities and a troubled history. Together, they collaborate to uncover the truth behind a string of consecutive homicides.

Recommendation: Mystery Mirrors similar to The Truth of Scent
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Mystery Mirrors(迷镜)

2020China
Detective FictionDifficult AdulthoodGenius Male LeadMysterySupernaturalThrillerActress Female LeadDifficult ChildhoodIllnessInvestigationMental IllnessObsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD)Web Series

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Genius Male Lead, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

The tale of an unusual case involving a cat-faced character unfolds as Lin Qi, a rookie actress, and Situ Yan, a brilliant individual with obsessive-compulsive tendencies, team up to create a detective series titled "The Mirror". Utilizing their sharp observational skills and intricate logical reasoning, they tackle perplexing and extraordinary investigations. Amidst their collaboration, Situ Yan finds himself drawn to the candid and charming Lin Qi, leading to a complex relationship of camaraderie and rivalry. Yet, lurking in the shadows is a haunting past that must be unearthed, a gruesome secret waiting to be revealed.

Recommendation: God's Quiz Season 4 similar to The Truth of Scent
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God's Quiz Season 4(신의 퀴즈 시즌4)

2014South Korea
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Male LeadInchoate CrimeMysteryDoctor Male LeadDramaForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadInvestigationMedicalNeurosurgeon Male LeadSurgical Procedure

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Genius Male Lead, Inchoate Crime, and Mystery themes with a 30% similarity match.

Top physicians pursue an enigmatic fatality while striving to unravel the secrets connected to uncommon illnesses. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Psycho Detective similar to The Truth of Scent
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Psycho Detective(詭探)

2017Hong Kong
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalThrillerDetective Male LeadGhostInvestigationSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

In the Hong Kong Police Force, there exists a secretive unit referred to as the "7th Action Team" that focuses on probing paranormal incidents that defy scientific explanation. These cases are drawn from authentic urban myths originating in Hong Kong.

Recommendation: Orthros no Inu similar to The Truth of Scent
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Orthros no Inu(オルトロスの犬)

2009Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysterySupernaturalThrillerBrothers' RelationshipMoral DilemmaMorally Ambiguous Male LeadPolice Department SettingPsychologicalSerial KillingsSupernatural PowerTeacher Supporting Character

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ryuzaki Shinji is a mysterious individual with the extraordinary ability known as the "God Hand", which allows him to heal injuries and illnesses with just a touch. Despite his powers, he keeps to himself and hides his true nature from others. In contrast, Aoi Ryosuke possesses the deadly power of the "Demon's Hand", capable of taking a life with a single touch, yet he is described as kind and pure-hearted. When these two individuals with opposing abilities cross paths, a dangerous confrontation ensues. Detective Hasebe Nagisa finds herself in a perilous situation while undercover, only to be rescued by Ryosuke, a stranger to her. Witnessing his lethal power firsthand, Nagisa then stumbles upon Shinji and his miraculous "God Hand". Bringing the two together unknowingly sets off a chain of events that threatens to disrupt not only their lives but the world itself. (

Recommendation: Siren similar to The Truth of Scent
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Siren(サイレーン)

2015Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysteryThrillerAdapted From A MangaDetective Male LeadInvestigationMurderPsychologicalRomanceSecret RomanceSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Satomi Shinobu is a member of the Mobile Investigation Unit at The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, where they are responsible for conducting initial investigations at crime scenes. He partners with Inokuma Yuki, with whom he shares a secret romantic relationship. Both of them aspire to work at the top Investigation Station. Their lives take a turn when they encounter the enigmatic Tachibana Kara at a crime scene where a body was discovered. Kara starts appearing at other crime scenes involving gruesome murders, showing a particular interest in Yuki. Shinobu becomes concerned for Yuki's safety and sets out to uncover the truth behind the string of murders and Kara's true identity, in order to protect his girlfriend.

Recommendation: Sketch similar to The Truth of Scent
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Sketch(스케치)

2018South Korea
Detective FictionDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysterySupernaturalThrillerActionBrother-Sister RelationshipClairvoyanceDetective Male LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadPolice Department SettingPremonitionTeamwork

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

The Nabi Project Team is a covert and small-scale unit operated discreetly by the National Police Agency. The group's name, derived from the Hebrew/Arabic term ‘Nabi,’ which translates to ‘Prophet,’ reflects their mission to solve cases using the unique talent of Yoo Shi Hyun, who possesses the ability to create sketches of future crime scenes. During an operation to apprehend a criminal, the eager detective Kang Dong Soo stumbles upon Shi Hyun’s sketchbook, which contains a forewarning about the impending death of his fiancée, Min Ji Soo. The decisions he makes as a result lead to a series of unfortunate events, ultimately giving rise to a highly motivated murderer. As the Nabi Project Team seeks to track him down, they uncover a more significant force manipulating events from behind the scenes. (JTBC)

Recommendation: Goritekini Arienai: Tantei Kamizuru Ryoko no Kaimei similar to The Truth of Scent
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Goritekini Arienai: Tantei Kamizuru Ryoko no Kaimei(合理的にあり得ない ~探偵・上水流涼子の解明~)

2023Japan
Detective Agency SettingDetective Female LeadDetective FictionGenius Male LeadMysteryNovel AdaptationCEO Supporting CharacterFormer Lawyer Female LeadInvestigationStudent Supporting CharacterUnderworld

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Agency Setting, Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Genius Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 26% similarity match.

Kamizuru Ryoko used to be a well-known lawyer until an incident led to her disbarment. She now operates a private investigation firm alongside her partner, Takayama Nobuhiko, a highly intelligent individual with an IQ of 140. Their latest case involves assisting a female client in recovering twenty million yen from the unscrupulous real estate broker, Kanzaki Kyoichiro.

Recommendation: Mrs. Cop similar to The Truth of Scent
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Mrs. Cop(미세스 캅)

2015South Korea
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadInchoate CrimeMysteryActionDetective Male LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadPolice Department SettingSingle MotherTeam Leader Female LeadViolence Against Children

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Inchoate Crime, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

Choi Yeong Jin serves as the chief of a detective squad and also cares for her daughter, Ha Eun. In her professional life, she tackles violent crimes alongside her experienced colleague, Park Jong Ho, and her team members Min Do Yeong, Han Jin U, Cho Jae Deok, and Lee Se Won.

Recommendation: Tell Me What You Saw similar to The Truth of Scent
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Tell Me What You Saw(본대로 말하라)

2020South Korea
Difficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadInchoate CrimeMysteryThrillerDisabilityHardworking Female LeadMurderPhotographic MemoryRevengeSpecial AbilityTrauma

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Inchoate Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Oh Hyun Jae, once a leading criminal profiler, vanished following an explosion caused by a serial killer that claimed the life of his fiancée. Now in hiding, he is teamed up with rookie detective Cha Soo Young, who possesses an extraordinary memory for everything she observes. Together, they delve into the case of the Peppermint Killer, the very same murderer linked to Hyun Jae's tragedy five years prior.

Recommendation: God's Quiz: Reboot similar to The Truth of Scent
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God's Quiz: Reboot(신의 퀴즈: 리부트)

2018South Korea
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionDifficult AdulthoodGenius Male LeadMysteryDoctor Male LeadForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadInvestigationMedicalNeurosurgeon Male LeadSelfish ParentWorkplace Setting

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Genius Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

This narrative revolves around top-tier physicians and forensic experts who delve into enigmatic fatalities and unravel enigmas associated with uncommon illnesses. Han Jin U, a brilliant yet troubled medical prodigy endowed with an extraordinary intellect, has faced numerous challenges. Following his involvement in an unforeseen case, he makes his return to the medical examiner's office after a four-year hiatus. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: Miss S similar to The Truth of Scent
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Miss S(旗袍美探)

2020China
Chinese Republican EraDetective Female LeadDetective FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysteryAge GapDetective Male LeadHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationRomanceSerial Killings

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

Miss Su Wen Li, a charming and clever socialite, teams up with the honorable and stern inspector Luo Qiuheng to solve various cases in Shanghai. Despite their differences, the pair has a strong connection and works well together. Alongside solving mysteries, Su Wen Li also searches for clues related to her sister's disappearance a decade ago, a painful memory that continues to haunt her. This TV series is a remake of the Australian show "Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries" from 2012, with two versions available: 34 episodes for TV and 30 episodes for online streaming. (SBS on Demand)

Recommendation: Evidence similar to The Truth of Scent
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Evidence(证词)

2023China
Cold CaseDetective FictionInchoate CrimeMysteryThrillerBrave Male LeadDetective Male LeadDetective Supporting CharacterDramaEmotionally Strong Male LeadHidden AgendaProsecutor Male LeadShort Length Series

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Cold Case, Detective Fiction, Inchoate Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

In Beishan City, a serious homicide took place involving prominent businessman Long Yun Fei who was found holding the murder weapon with no explanation. He was apprehended as a prime suspect and brought to the Criminal Investigation Brigade. Prosecutor Su Qing and Captain Feng Gang from the Criminal Investigation Brigade joined forces to look into the case. Surprisingly, as they delved into the investigation, they stumbled upon a connection between this case and the unresolved bones case at a nursing home from years ago.

Recommendation: The First Shot similar to The Truth of Scent
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The First Shot(雪迷宫)

2024China
Cold CaseDetective FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysteryThrillerBromanceCo-workers' RelationshipDramaFriendshipPolice Captain Supporting CharacterPolice Department SettingSenior-Junior RelationshipTeamwork

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Cold Case, Detective Fiction, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative follows Halan in the Northeast in 1997, a time predating the formation of the Narcotics Control Bureau. In response to a sudden surge in drug activity, an ad-hoc team of skilled individuals is brought together, each possessing unique abilities yet unaware of the new substance in circulation. As they go up against a merciless drug trafficking organization and expose their intricate and unconventional drug distribution tactics, they must also grapple with ethical quandaries pertaining to love and the law, as well as the assessments of fairness and compassion. Standing united, they conquer all hurdles and trials, crafting an epic tale of combating malevolence and championing righteousness.

Recommendation: Zen Ryoiki Ijo Kaiketsu Shitsu similar to The Truth of Scent
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Zen Ryoiki Ijo Kaiketsu Shitsu(全領域異常解決室)

2024Japan
Detective Agency SettingDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalThrillerCity SettingInvestigator Male LeadMild GorePolice Officer Female LeadPolice Officer Supporting CharacterPolice ProceduralSerial KillingsSupernatural Power

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Agency Setting, Detective Fiction, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Okitama Miyabi leads Zenryoiki Ijou Kaiketsu Shitsu, also known as Zenketsu, the most established detective agency specializing in solving enigmatic cases. Miyabi projects an air of sophistication and possesses exceptional knowledge, memory, and insight. Utilizing his unique skills, he unravels perplexing abnormal cases that defy modern scientific methods. His investigations often delve into the supernatural and occult realms. Miyabi meticulously examines the scene, pieces together all evidence, and formulates a hypothesis that is easily comprehensible to all. His enigmatic words and inscrutable demeanor conceal his true thoughts and intentions.

Recommendation: Xenos similar to The Truth of Scent
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Xenos(クセノス)

2007Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysteryThrillerDramaInvestigationReporter Male LeadSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Ishibashi Naoto, a successful journalist, recently tied the knot with his girlfriend, Saki, whom he had only met a month prior. However, after embarking on married life, strange occurrences unfold. Saki vanishes without a trace, and Naoto's investigation reveals that her identity is a fabrication. As Naoto delves deeper into the mystery, he starts receiving menacing messages from an unknown source. Feeling helpless, Naoto seeks out Yoshino Mariko, a detective who may have the key to unlocking the truth.

Recommendation: SICK'S - Jo no Shou similar to The Truth of Scent
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SICK'S - Jo no Shou(SICK’S 恕乃抄)

2018Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalComedyDetective Male LeadInvestigationShort Length Series

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Once more, we accompany a duo of law enforcement investigators as they pursue individuals with unique capabilities known as SPEC. Following the incidents from earlier sections, the special unit within the MPD Public Security tasked with resolving cases of mysterious nature, Mishou, has been disbanded. In its place, a new specialized division called Tokumu has been established under the Cabinet Information Research Office, focusing solely on cases involving SPEC holders. This division is overseen by Nonomura Koujirou, the younger brother of Nonomura Koutarou.

Recommendation: SICK'S - Ha no Sho similar to The Truth of Scent
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SICK'S - Ha no Sho(SICK’S 覇乃抄)

2019Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalComedyDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseries

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: SICK'S - Ka no Sho similar to The Truth of Scent
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SICK'S - Ka no Sho(SICK’S 厩乃抄)

2019Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalComedyDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseries

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: Octo: Kanjo Sosakan Shinno Akari Season 2 similar to The Truth of Scent
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Octo: Kanjo Sosakan Shinno Akari Season 2(オクトー ~感情捜査官 心野朱梨~Season2)

2024Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalBuddy CopDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationSupernatural Power

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

In every criminal case, there lies a motivation behind the actions: whether it be love, sorrow, rage, or repulsion. Shinno Akari possesses a unique ability to perceive these emotions in different "colors", enabling her to uncover the true perpetrator in the interrogation room. This method of "emotional investigation" has evolved from her previous work, allowing her to sense lingering emotions in objects and places, known as residual emotions. As she faces a murder suspect from Thailand, Akari also deals with the sudden disappearance of her emotionally restored sister, who is now a prime suspect in the murder of an acquaintance. Determined to clear her sister's name, Akari delves into the investigation, where two separate cases eventually converge.

Recommendation: False Face and True Feelings similar to The Truth of Scent
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False Face and True Feelings(假面真情)

2024China
Chinese Republican EraDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadInchoate CrimeMysteryActionExhumationFake AmnesiaHistoricalManipulative ParentProtective Female LeadRomanceServant Supporting CharacterShort Length Series

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Difficult Adulthood, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Inchoate Crime, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

After undergoing a tragic transformation from a naive young man to a merciless criminal leader known as "Mr. Mo" following the brutal murder of his family, Ye Yi Fan crosses paths with Xia Zhi Qiu, a talented dancer. What initially appears to be a game of cat and mouse quickly evolves into a deep romantic connection. However, Ye Yi Fan soon discovers that Xia Zhi Qiu is actually Gu Qing Yan, the daughter of his sworn enemy. As Gu Qing Yan seeks vengeance, she devises schemes that Ye Yi Fan unknowingly falls victim to out of love. Amidst their complex feelings, a clash between love and hatred ensues, leaving their ultimate destiny uncertain.

Recommendation: Bloody Monday similar to The Truth of Scent
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Bloody Monday(ブラッディ・マンデイ)

2008Japan
Emotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Male LeadInchoate CrimeMysteryThrillerActionClassmates' RelationshipCrimeEmotionally Strong Male LeadHacker Male LeadHidden IdentitySchool SettingStudent Male LeadTerrorism

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Genius Male Lead, Inchoate Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

A talented high school student named Takagi Fujimaru, also known as Falcon, utilizes his advanced hacking skills to expose the deceitful actions of malicious criminals. To protect his loved ones and society as a whole, he confronts Bloody Monday, a dangerous form of viral terrorism. With spies from the terrorist group infiltrating schools and law enforcement agencies, and the threat escalating through a series of deceptive maneuvers, how will Falcon emerge victorious in their intellectual showdowns? (TBS)

Recommendation: Villains similar to The Truth of Scent
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Villains(빌런즈)

2025South Korea
Cold CaseDetective FictionGenius Male LeadMysteryThrillerAge GapCrimeCriminal Male LeadDetective Male LeadDramaFormer Agent Male LeadRevengeSociopath Male LeadSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Cold Case, Detective Fiction, Genius Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

A violent clash erupts among criminals over super-notes, which are exceptionally high-quality counterfeit bills. The individual known as “J” is a mysterious mastermind behind these schemes, renowned for his intellect and an impeccable record of success in his illicit activities. He takes great pride in labeling each of his crimes as a work of art. Jang Jung Hyeok, a morally corrupt detective, is driven by greed. He exploits his position to accept bribes and steals from wrongdoers. Cha Gi Tae, who previously led a financial crime unit at the National Intelligence Service (NIS), no longer holds that position. His life spiraled out of control due to a crime orchestrated by J five years ago, leading him to pursue the elusive figure known as J. Similarly, Han Su Hyeon’s life was utterly devastated by J’s actions from five years prior. In the aftermath, she acquired skills from a hermit named Yang to create counterfeit bills and has since become an expert in this craft. Now, she patiently awaits her chance for vengeance against J, and that moment has finally arrived.

Recommendation: Tengoku to Jigoku: Psychona Futari similar to The Truth of Scent
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Tengoku to Jigoku: Psychona Futari(天国と地獄 ~サイコな2人~)

2021Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionDifficult AdulthoodMysterySupernaturalBody SwapComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadInvestigationManager Supporting CharacterMurderSerial Killer Male LeadSmart Male Lead

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 23% similarity match.

Mochizuki Ayako, a dedicated 35-year-old detective committed to upholding justice, faces a lack of adaptability in her approach. During her investigation of a homicide, she focuses on Hidaka Haruto as the prime suspect based on the evidence she has gathered. Hidaka Haruto, a chemistry researcher who owns his own company, is known for his intelligence and expertise in his field, but he also harbors a dark secret as a psychopathic killer. Just as Mochizuki Ayako is about to apprehend him, a mysterious event causes their bodies to switch.

Recommendation: God's Quiz similar to The Truth of Scent
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God's Quiz(신의 퀴즈)

2010South Korea
Detective Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadInchoate CrimeMysteryThrillerDramaForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadInvestigationMedicalMurderNeurosurgeon Male LeadSlight ComedySmart Female LeadWorkplace Setting

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Inchoate Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Han Jin U, the foremost medical examiner in Korea, heads a group of specialists in a forensic investigation following unusual incidents and enigmatic fatalities at a hospital. Initially, he finds himself at odds with Kang Gyeong Hui, an appealing detective renowned for her exceptional martial arts abilities and a deep commitment to justice, but she eventually becomes his ally.

Recommendation: God's Gift: 14 Days similar to The Truth of Scent
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God's Gift: 14 Days(신의 선물 - 14일)

2014South Korea
Detective FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysterySupernaturalThrillerDramaInvestigator Male LeadInvoluntarily Missing PersonNeurodevelopmental DisorderScreenwriter Female LeadSerial KillingsTime TravelViolence Against ChildrenWrongfully Accused

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Kim Soo Hyun is a mother whose young daughter, Han Saet Byul, is kidnapped and killed. Following a mysterious occurrence that reverses time by exactly 14 days prior to this tragedy, Soo Hyun is granted an opportunity to unveil the kidnapping scheme and rescue her daughter before the tragic event happens again. Assisting her is Ki Dong Chan, a former police officer turned private investigator, who appears to have his own vested interest in the entire situation. As Soo Hyun and Dong Chan race against time, they uncover new insights into the crimes and reveal secrets far more dangerous than Soo Hyun ever anticipated.

Recommendation: Grid similar to The Truth of Scent
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Grid(그리드)

2022South Korea
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalThrillerActionApocalypseDeathDisasterMultiple MainsSci-FiSuspenseTeam Leader Supporting CharacterTime Travel

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

The planet Earth has withstood dangerous solar winds thanks to the protection of the Grid, a shield for planetary defense. A Bureau worker named Kim Sae Ha comes across a killer, leading to detective Jung Sae Byeok being tasked with capturing the criminal. During the chase, Jung Sae Byeok witnesses a shocking event: the creator of the Grid, who had been missing for 24 years, suddenly reappears as a ghost from the past. As she questions why the creator is aiding the fugitive, a thrilling investigation unfolds to uncover the mysterious truth behind humanity's salvation from an apocalypse.

Recommendation: Trinity of Shadows similar to The Truth of Scent
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Trinity of Shadows(第三佈局 塵沙惑)

2021Taiwan
Detective FictionDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysteryThrillerCrimeDeathDramaInvestigationMurderPolice Officer Male LeadSex IndustrySexual ContentSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Following the uncovering of a homicide reminiscent of a long-unsolved case from over two decades ago, the chief investigator, a rising political figure, and a new recruit in law enforcement find themselves entangled in a complex web of political maneuvering. (Credit: FilmPoliceReviews)

Recommendation: Justice similar to The Truth of Scent
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Justice(저스티스)

2019South Korea
Difficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadInchoate CrimeMysteryThrillerAttempted MurderDeathDramaEmotionally Strong Male LeadInvestigationLawMurderRevengeSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Inchoate Crime, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Lee Tae Kyung, a prominent attorney celebrated for his keen reasoning and impressive success rate, specializes in defending high-profile criminals, frequently referred by the construction tycoon Song Woo Yong. Although he initially sought vengeance for his brother, Lee's ambitions have now turned towards acquiring wealth. His priorities begin to change when he becomes involved in a string of cases concerning missing actresses. At the same time, Song Woo Yong, eager to expand his family's influence, finds himself in conflict with Lee regarding these cases.

Recommendation: Octo: Kanjo Sosakan Shinno Akari similar to The Truth of Scent
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Octo: Kanjo Sosakan Shinno Akari(オクトー ~感情捜査官 心野朱梨~)

2022Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesSupernatural PowerTeamwork

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

Shinno Akari possesses a unique talent as a detective - she has the ability to perceive the eight human emotions in vibrant colors. When faced with a challenging case, she joins forces with Detective Kazehaya Ryo to uncover the hidden truths behind disturbing crimes.

Recommendation: To Get Unstuck in Time similar to The Truth of Scent
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To Get Unstuck in Time(隔世追兇)

2004Hong Kong
Detective FictionMysterySupernaturalThrillerDramaInvestigationRomanceSuspenseTime Rift

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

The series follows Ho Tin Kwong, a police officer who stumbles upon his late father's old cellphone during a stormy day. To his astonishment, after being struck by lightning, Tin Kwong realizes that the phone can communicate with his father from 20 years ago, before he passed away in a mysterious unsolved crime. With his father's assistance, they work together to revisit old cases and solve them across the 20-year gap in time.

Recommendation: 4 Shimai Tantei Dan similar to The Truth of Scent
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4 Shimai Tantei Dan(4姉妹探偵団)

2008Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysteryThrillerFamilyInvestigationMiniseriesSisters' RelationshipSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a group of four detective siblings

Recommendation: Yokokuhan: The Pain similar to The Truth of Scent
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Yokokuhan: The Pain(予告犯−THE PAIN−)

2015Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysteryThrillerAdapted From A MangaInvestigationJudge Male LeadMiniseriesSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Eiji Sakuma serves as a judge and is the leader of a clandestine organization called Shinbunshi. This group convenes unofficial trials on an online platform and administers verdicts on accused individuals. Law enforcement officials, such as Erika Yoshino, strive to dismantle this group.

Recommendation: Reibai Tantei Jozuka Hisui similar to The Truth of Scent
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Reibai Tantei Jozuka Hisui(霊媒探偵・城塚翡翠)

2022Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalNovel AdaptationFantasyInvestigationMiniseriesPsychic Female Lead

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

Jozuka Hisui possesses a unique talent for identifying murderers and communicating with spirits. Unfortunately, she is unable to report her findings to the police, as they would not believe her and her ability cannot be used as legal evidence. Consequently, she leads a solitary life. However, her path crosses with mystery writer Kogetsu Shiro, who assists the police in solving cases. Together, Jozuka Hisui and Kogetsu Shiro collaborate to crack mysterious cases.

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Invert: Jozuka Hisui Toujoshu(invert 城塚翡翠 倒叙集)

2022Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalNovel AdaptationFantasyInvestigationMiniseriesPsychic Female Lead

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

Jozuka Hisui, a psychic endowed with emerald eyes, possesses the unique gift of sensing spirits and resurrecting the deceased. Teaming up with Chiwasaki Makoto, her partner, Hisui diligently operates as a "medium detective," unraveling mysteries and apprehending perpetrators who believe their schemes and alibis are foolproof. This narrative is derived from the book "Invert: Jozuka Hisui Toujoshu" penned by Aizawa Sako.

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The Conspirators(同谋者)

2016China
Chinese Republican EraDetective FictionMysteryThrillerDetective Male LeadDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Lei Ming, a detective working in the Republic of China, uncovered a puzzling case involving theft and vandalism three decades ago, which ended up implicating him in the investigation.

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Strange Folk Tale(民间怪谈录)

2022China
Chinese Republican EraDetective FictionMysterySupernaturalDeathHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMurderWeb Series

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 21% 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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Stitching Life and Death(阴阳裁缝)

2025China
Chinese Republican EraMysterySupernaturalThrillerHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Ma San, an inheritor of an ancient tailoring technique, utilizes his distinct abilities to rescue lawyer Song Yuan from a dangerous situation. Together, they join forces to solve puzzling mysteries and uphold the principles of justice.

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Paranormal Mind(開腦儆探)

2015Hong Kong
Detective FictionMysterySupernaturalThrillerDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationSci-FiSupernatural PowerSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

In a detective series with a supernatural theme, the focus is on exploring mysterious cases using scientific concepts and realistic methods instead of traditional ghosts and spirits. The story follows Hung Gei Yuen, a former high-ranking police inspector who gains the unique ability to enter other people's subconscious after the tragic death of his son, which he believes was a murder hidden within the depths of the mind. As he delves into the hidden subconscious, he also grapples with a split personality, all while trying to uncover the truth behind his son's death. Each character in the series possesses a special ability, despite being considered abnormal or weird by society, they use these abilities to solve various enigmatic cases without letting it affect their self-esteem.

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Tantei no Tantei(探偵の探偵)

2015Japan
Detective Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysteryThrillerActionIllnessInvestigationMental IllnessRevengeSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

An exciting, fast-paced detective mystery featuring the intelligent and stylish investigator, Sasaki Rena. She is the only detective employed by the medium-sized Suma Research Agency. Driven by the tragic loss of her sister at the hands of a stalker, Rena is determined to uncover and bring to justice corrupt detectives. Seeking vengeance for her sister's death, she relentlessly pursues the investigator responsible.

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Hunter Jame(神探亨特詹)

2015China
Chinese Republican EraDetective Agency SettingDetective FictionMystery1920sDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadInvestigator Supporting Character

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Detective Agency Setting, Detective Fiction, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

During the 1920s in Shanghai, Zhan Tian Yuan and Liu Wei Yi operate a detective firm together, sharing a deep affection for their mutual childhood friend, Rong Shao Juan. Tragedy strikes when Rong loses her life assisting Zhan with a case, leading to a fracture in their relationship that prompts Liu to enlist in the police force. The mysterious vanishing of Xiang Jing Rong results in her daughter Zhang Zi Qing returning from overseas to seek assistance from the agency. Collaborating closely, Zhan and Zhang uncover a series of criminal activities orchestrated by the notorious underworld figure, Mr. Bai, which mirrors Liu's ongoing police inquiry.

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Inference Notes(推理笔记)

2017China
Detective FictionGenius Male LeadMysteryThrillerDramaFriendshipGenetic EngineeringInvestigationPsychologicalSuspenseYouth

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Genius Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

In this thrilling tale, readers will follow the journey of Xiao Zao An, a young idol with a secret alter ego known as Ai Di Sheng, and the brilliant detective, Mi Ka Ka. Together, they navigate a string of revenge plots orchestrated by the mysterious organization known as Poker. Throughout their adventures, they uncover the truth behind Ai Di Sheng's hidden identity.

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Sweetheart (2022)(甜心美探)

2022China
Chinese Republican EraDetective Female LeadMysteryThrillerDramaHistorical FictionInvestigationRomanceShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Detective Female Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Fei Xue gained expertise in areas such as case analysis and forensic investigation while studying overseas. In addition, she possessed a unique intuition for criminal activity. She found herself drawn into a murder case at the River Fresh Market, where a man was found dead on a fish chopping board. Local residents, terrified by the incident, referred to the killer as the "River God". Teaming up with detective ZhouZhen Long, Fei Xue soon realized that the case was more complex than it seemed.

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Kiina(キイナ )

2009Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysteryInvestigationMiniseries

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Upon initial observation, Haruse Kiina appears to be an ordinary 29-year-old individual. Nevertheless, Kiina holds the position of leader within a unique investigative team known as "Beppan," focused on handling unusual cases. Utilizing an unconventional methodology for resolving crimes, she relies on her remarkable memory and keen powers of observation. Kiina becomes deeply engrossed in these investigations, often neglecting to eat or rest until the mysteries are unraveled.

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Tokyo Scarlet ~ Keishichou NS Kakari(東京スカーレット~警視庁NS係)

2014Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionMysteryInvestigationMiniseries

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

The Tokyo governor is displeased with an article in an English magazine criticizing the lack of female top officials in the Tokyo Metropolitan Police, specifically in the Criminal Investigations Department. To improve this international perception, veteran female detective Demachi Izumi is appointed as the leader of the newly created NS Section within the First Investigative Division. But the narrative doesn't stop here,...

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Mirror Twins(ミラー・ツインズ)

2019Japan
Detective FictionDifficult AdulthoodMysteryThrillerDetective Male LeadIdentical Twin Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesRevengeSexual ContentSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

A murder attempt occurs, prompting Detective Keigo Katsuragi to launch an investigation. The sole piece of evidence discovered at the scene matches Detective Keigo's DNA. Detective Keigo suspects that his older twin brother Yugo may be the culprit behind the attempted murder. Yugo was abducted when he was a child.

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Gifted Season 2(ギフテッド Season2)

2023Japan
Detective FictionGenius Male LeadMysterySupernaturalAdapted From A MangaDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMiniseriesStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Genius Male Lead, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 20% similarity match.

Detective Natsuki Amakusa from the First Investigative Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department and Yuya Shiki, a high school student known for identifying killers, find themselves involved in the murder case of Tadafumi Yamada, a newspaper reporter who was fatally stabbed. The incident is thoroughly investigated and the perpetrator is apprehended. However, Natsuki is unsettled when the culprit claims he did not intend to kill the victim. The appearance of Detective Hozumi Yakumo at the crime scene adds to the mystery, raising questions about his true motives. Thus begins a gripping crime suspense story that captivates the nation.

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Detective Fiction(侦探小说)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraDetective FictionMysteryThrillerDeathDetective Male LeadHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMurderSerial KillingsSuspense

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Set in the 1940s, this thrilling detective story involves eerie anonymous novels foretelling the murderous deeds of a real serial killer. The characters must navigate through a web of conspiracy, traps, and murder by relying on their sharp logical reasoning skills.

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The Uncanny(民国侦探诡事录)

2024China
Chinese Republican EraDetective FictionMysteryThrillerHistoricalInvestigationInvestigator Female LeadInvestigator Male LeadRevengeShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Detective Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Zhang Zi Yuan and Molly Yang, a pair of detectives, find themselves unexpectedly caught up in a supernatural haunting case. As they bravely explore the dangerous situation, they confront the person responsible through a series of intense conflicts. Through their investigation, they gradually reveal the secrets surrounding the ghostly haunting until finally discovering the truth behind it all. (Fresh Drama Youtube Channel)

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The Listener(心灵法医)

2019China
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysteryDetective Male LeadEpisodic FormatForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceMedicalSlight RomanceSmart Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like The Truth of Scent, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

The story revolves around Ming Chuan, a forensic doctor renowned for solving cases using evidence from corpses. Despite his success, his mysterious past remains unknown even to himself. When policewoman Luo Bi Xin comes across a photo of Ming Chuan at a crime scene, she becomes intrigued and decides to investigate him. As they work together on cases, their paths intertwine and they grow closer.