The World (2016) - Asian drama recommendation
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The World (2016)(将界)

2016China
ActionCrossworlds TravelerDramaFantasyMiniseriesSci-FiSupernaturalSupernatural PowerSuspenseTeenager Male LeadThrillerTime TravelWeb Series

Imagine a regular teenager suddenly gaining incredible powers. Wang Yi Fei was just an average teenager until he discovered his ability to summon demons, angels, and historical figures to modern-day Earth using a unique space stone. Tang Xiao Pan, a mystical girl, enters Yi Fei's life and shows him that his life will never be the same. As Yi Fei learns that the space stone left by his father can bring another mysterious girl, Zhang Fei, from a different world, he wonders if she can help him uncover the truth about his deceased father.

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The World 2016

Recommendation: The Crossing Hero similar to The World (2016)
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The Crossing Hero(超级大英雄)

2015Taiwan
ActionDramaFantasySci-FiSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerTime TravelInvestigationMartial ArtsMysteryRomance

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller, and Time Travel themes with a 47% similarity match.

Can Ming Dynasty imperial guards who find themselves transported to the future adapt to the modern world? Hong Xi Dong is the head of Emperor Zhu Yun Wen's personal bodyguard team in the Ming Dynasty. After a valuable pearl treasure goes missing and is suspected to be in Xi Dong's possession, two imperial military guards, Peng Ze and Xu Xiao Tian, pursue him. By a stroke of fate, the trio is transported to the 21st century, where Ze and Xiao Tian come across the contemporary Hong Xiao Dong, who bears a striking resemblance to his historical counterpart. Will Ze and Xiao Tian be able to navigate their way through modern life while unraveling the mystery of the missing treasure?

Recommendation: Punching Angel Ruri similar to The World (2016)
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Punching Angel Ruri(打撃天使ルリ)

2008Japan
ActionMiniseriesSupernaturalSupernatural PowerSuspenseThriller

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Miniseries, Supernatural, Supernatural Power, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 46% similarity match.

Ruri appears to be a typical office worker, until she uncovers a remarkable ability fueled by her rage. Utilizing this power, she systematically defeats villains. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Lost in Baimu similar to The World (2016)
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Lost in Baimu(百慕迷踪)

2023China
ActionDramaFantasySci-FiSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesInvestigationMysteryRomance

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 44% similarity match.

Engineer Peng Sen's partner, Lin Qi, went missing unexpectedly

Recommendation: Mr. Salted Fish, Miss Rose Huixing Laile similar to The World (2016)
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Mr. Salted Fish, Miss Rose Huixing Laile(咸鱼先生,Rose小姐之彗星来了)

2021China
DramaFantasySci-FiSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 43% similarity match.

In 16 unique narratives, the central figures Salted Fish and Rose embody the diverse young individuals around the globe with varying characteristics and origins. Set in a century-old store, the plot unfolds amid the impending arrival of Comet 2046, sparking a chain of enigmatic events. Narrated by shop owner Uncle Ling and his assistant Lucy, the tales explore the limitless potential of life in the future through Salted Fish and Rose.

Recommendation: Aftermath (2014) similar to The World (2016)
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Aftermath (2014)(후유증)

2014South Korea
ActionMiniseriesSupernaturalSupernatural PowerSuspenseTeenager Male LeadThrillerWeb SeriesAdapted From A WebtoonHigh SchoolMysterySchool SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Male Lead

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Miniseries, Supernatural, Supernatural Power, Suspense, Teenager Male Lead, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

High schooler An Dae Yong unexpectedly gains the power to sense when a person is on the verge of committing murder and when another is destined to be the victim

Recommendation: Monstrous Me similar to The World (2016)
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Monstrous Me(妖怪人間)

2020Taiwan
DramaFantasyMiniseriesSci-FiSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerAdapted From FolkloreMonsterMythical BeingSlight RomanceWarm Male Lead

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Fantasy, Miniseries, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

Monsters have coexisted with humans for centuries, leading to the establishment of the "Bureau of Special Resident Affairs" to promote communication between the two species. However, the bureau has veered off course in recent times by imposing strict surveillance on monsters and restricting their interactions with humans. New recruit Lu Ji empathizes with the monsters' challenges and their diminishing habitats due to human encroachment. As he questions the bureau's human-centric policies, Lu Ji grapples with his conflicting loyalties. His internal turmoil escalates when he uncovers a potential connection to the monster community. Should he align himself with the monsters in their resistance against oppressive human regulations, or should he support the humans in preserving safety and order?

Recommendation: Super Natural similar to The World (2016)
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Super Natural(异能录之齐鸣诡案)

2017China
ActionFantasyMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Fantasy, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: JOKERxFACE similar to The World (2016)
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JOKERxFACE(JOKER×FACE)

2019Japan
ActionDramaMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Rugawa is an enigmatic individual who manages a video streaming platform known as Joker, where she generates income by uploading videos. She persuades Yanagi, a middle-aged man facing financial struggles after losing his job, to team up with her. Together, they produce videos that delve into controversial topics on Joker, such as the dark truths behind idol culture, fraudulent schemes targeting vulnerable elderly individuals, and matchmaking services disguised as legitimate businesses. Rugawa's audience is captivated by the intricate schemes she orchestrates, as she fearlessly exposes societal issues as a representative of online users. The question remains: what drives Rugawa to create such provocative content?

Recommendation: Dark Disciple similar to The World (2016)
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Dark Disciple(暗徒)

2017China
ActionDramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesInvestigationMysteryStrong Female Lead

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 38% similarity match.

Upon An Qiao's return from studying abroad, she joined the White Bird Newspaper where Qin Nan and Chen Bei Bei were also employed

Recommendation: Sky High 2 similar to The World (2016)
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Sky High 2(スカイハイ 2)

2004Japan
ActionDramaMiniseriesSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerAdapted From A MangaHorrorMartial Arts

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Miniseries, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Following the triumph of the initial drama series and a full-length film, "Sky High" returns with an even more captivating storyline! Izuko, the enchanting guardian of the "Gate of Rancor", once again guides lost spirits on their journey to find closure. The "Gate of Rancor" is the destination for spirits who have met a sudden end through murder. At this place, Izuko, a youthful and beautiful gatekeeper, presents the departed souls with three choices. They can either accept their unjust demise and move on to the afterlife for a chance at rebirth, reject their fate and linger as wandering spirits in the mortal realm, or opt to curse someone in exchange for damnation in hell. In each episode, Izuko escorts these restless spirits back to the living world to uncover the truths behind their deaths, aiding them in choosing their final destination. The unique perspective of these deceased individuals adds depth and inspiration to the series, shedding light on the essence and significance of life. (TV Asahi)

Recommendation: The Supernatural Agent similar to The World (2016)
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The Supernatural Agent(특수공인중개사 오덕훈)

2022South Korea
FantasyMiniseriesSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesInvestigationMysteryReal Estate Agent Male Lead

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Miniseries, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 38% similarity match.

After studying psychic science at MIT and working as a researcher at the National Forensic Service, Oh Deok Hoon surprised many by becoming a licensed real estate agent. His unique skill set is now being utilized to unravel peculiar and enigmatic cases connected to properties. What is the secret behind Deok Hoon's abilities, and what motivated him to transition into real estate?

Recommendation: City of Fantasy similar to The World (2016)
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City of Fantasy(奇妙世纪)

2014China
FantasyMiniseriesSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerRomance

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Miniseries, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Regarding the paranormal occurrences happening within the urban area.

Recommendation: Abnormal Select: Strange Nights similar to The World (2016)
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Abnormal Select: Strange Nights(異精選:天方異談)

2020China
FantasyMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Miniseries, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Eye Witness similar to The World (2016)
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Eye Witness(목격자)

2016South Korea
ActionMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Miniseries, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

A suspenseful pursuit that tracks the footsteps of the lawbreaker

Recommendation: Mr. Salted Fish similar to The World (2016)
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Mr. Salted Fish(咸鱼先生)

2021China
MiniseriesSci-FiSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Miniseries, Sci-Fi, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Abnormal Timezone 2.0 similar to The World (2016)
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Abnormal Timezone 2.0(异常时区2.0)

2021China
FantasyMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Miniseries, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Are You Safe similar to The World (2016)
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Are You Safe(你安全吗)

2022China
ActionDramaSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesCybercrime

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

In today's digital age, many people tend to overlook the importance of online security as the internet plays a significant role in their daily lives

Recommendation: Control (2022) similar to The World (2016)
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Control (2022)(锦衣迷踪)

2022China
ActionFantasySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Fantasy, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Just One Truth: Retrospection similar to The World (2016)
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Just One Truth: Retrospection(侦探者也 追忆篇)

2023China
DramaFantasySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Fantasy, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Jin Yi Mi Zong similar to The World (2016)
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Jin Yi Mi Zong(锦衣觅踪)

2023China
ActionFantasySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Fantasy, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Lumina similar to The World (2016)
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Lumina(Lumina)

2009Hong Kong
FantasyMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Miniseries, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

Lumina Wong, a striking individual who dedicates an excessive amount of time to work, finds herself feeling lonely and disconnected despite living in a bustling city. One night, she unexpectedly encounters Ryder Lee, a charming young man from a different realm visible only in mirrors and dimly lit reflections. Immersed in the illusion of their relationship, Lumina's world is disrupted when mirrorspy Eben Sanchez enters her life, cautioning her about the dangers posed by the inhabitants of the Dark Realm. Faced with a crucial decision, Lumina must weigh the familiarity of her current world against the alluring yet perilous unknown.

Recommendation: Elite Brigade IV similar to The World (2016)
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Elite Brigade IV(火速救兵IV)

2018Hong Kong
ActionDramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerAnthology

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Detective Yun Duo similar to The World (2016)
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Detective Yun Duo(神探云朵)

2025China
DramaFantasySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Fantasy, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

Following an unexpected incident involving a mysterious biological light, the brilliant detective Lin Lan finds herself transformed into a 10-year-old girl. To keep solving cases discreetly, she adopts the persona of her colleague's daughter.

Recommendation: Dark System - Koi no Ouza Ketteisen similar to The World (2016)
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Dark System - Koi no Ouza Ketteisen(ダークシステム 恋の王座決定戦)

2014Japan
ActionMiniseriesSci-FiSuspenseThrillerRomance

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Miniseries, Sci-Fi, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

In this science fiction thriller, a man fights against fate to save his romantic relationship after his friend intervenes, leading him to create the sinister invention known as the dark system. This film is a fusion of two independent projects by filmmaker Yuki Shuji. The unremarkable Kagami (played by Yaotome Hikaru) becomes enraged when his friend Saionji becomes involved with his love interest Yuri. Determined to sabotage their relationship, Kagami plants a listening device called the Saionji Crasher in Saionji's living space. (Credits: duracell-bunny @ tumblr)

Recommendation: Dangerous Relationship similar to The World (2016)
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Dangerous Relationship(危城关系)

2025China
Sci-FiSuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Sci-Fi, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

In the year 2029, university educator Liang Si Mu utilizes a code he created to journey back to the day his sister passed away. Alongside his closest friend, Yue Ling, he endeavors to reveal the truth.

Recommendation: Paranormal Mind similar to The World (2016)
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Paranormal Mind(開腦儆探)

2015Hong Kong
DramaSci-FiSupernaturalSupernatural PowerSuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMystery

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Supernatural Power, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% 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.

Recommendation: Artist Disappearance Case similar to The World (2016)
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Artist Disappearance Case(작가실종사건)

2021South Korea
Crossworlds TravelerFantasyMiniseriesSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesAdventureFictional WorldInteractiveInvestigationMysteryTeleportationWriter Female Lead

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Crossworlds Traveler, Fantasy, Miniseries, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 35% similarity match.

Two individuals, a man and a woman, are battling challenges to rescue the renowned author 'Rebecca' who struggled with the burdens of life and sought refuge within her own novel.

Recommendation: Aftermath Season 2 similar to The World (2016)
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Aftermath Season 2(후유증 시즌 2)

2014South Korea
ActionMiniseriesSupernaturalSupernatural PowerTeenager Male LeadThrillerWeb SeriesAdapted From A WebtoonHigh SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Male Lead

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Miniseries, Supernatural, Supernatural Power, Teenager Male Lead, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 35% similarity match.

An Dae Yong is a reserved high school student who unexpectedly gains the ability to foresee who will commit murder and who is nearing death

Recommendation: Can You Deliver Time? 2002 similar to The World (2016)
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Can You Deliver Time? 2002(시간도 배달이 되나요 2002)

2002South Korea
FantasyMiniseriesSci-FiTime TravelWeb SeriesReturn To PastShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Miniseries, Sci-Fi, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kim Woo Ri, a 20-year-old first-year student, yearned for the freedom and independence of a typical young adult

Recommendation: 6 Sin 5 God similar to The World (2016)
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6 Sin 5 God(六神无主)

2021China
DramaSci-FiSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesFutureShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Sci-Fi, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the year 2050, the K serum that was taken by the MG Group gets accidentally released at a subway station, leading to the merging of the consciousness of Zhuang Yu, Fu Xuan, Xiao Xi, Jia Hao, and others into Ah Meng's body. As they attempt to find a way back to their own bodies, they stumble upon hidden truths. Will they be able to break free and resume their previously tranquil lives? (Douban)

Recommendation: Coroner's Time-Trial similar to The World (2016)
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Coroner's Time-Trial(回到古代当法医)

2025China
FantasySuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb SeriesHistoricalShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

Law student Lu Yi Nan finds herself transported to ancient China by chance, where she joins forces with Ren Zhi Chu, a deputy minister at the Court of Judicial Review, and Nie Qi Xuan, a secretive martial arts expert. The trio work together to solve crimes, exonerate the wrongly accused, and seek justice for the deceased. As they navigate numerous obstacles, they develop a strong and enduring bond.

Recommendation: Tian Gong Kai Shu: Wo Zai Gu Dai Dang Jiang Shi similar to The World (2016)
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Tian Gong Kai Shu: Wo Zai Gu Dai Dang Jiang Shi(天工开蜀·我在古代当匠师)

2025China
DramaFantasyMiniseriesTime TravelWeb SeriesFilmed VerticallyShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Fantasy, Miniseries, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

The tale follows Zhang Chuan Jing as he unwittingly journeys between different time periods, witnessing the transformation of Zhuotongjing through history. Initially apathetic, he eventually develops a deep affection for the art and becomes a proficient heir.

Recommendation: ZERO: Black Blood similar to The World (2016)
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ZERO: Black Blood(絶狼〈ZERO〉 -BLACK BLOOD-)

2014Japan
ActionFantasyMiniseriesSupernaturalSuspenseHorrorTokusatsu

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Fantasy, Miniseries, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 33% similarity match.

Ray Fujita plays the main role of Rei Suzumura, also known as the Silver Fanged Knight Zero, in the films/miniseries. He returns to portray the character he played in the earlier television series and movies. The storyline delves into Rei's character, who had a minor role in the previous works, as he looks into a community formed by humans and Horrors, led by the Horror Ring. Zero: Black Blood Wikipedia.

Recommendation: Messiah: Eisei no Shou similar to The World (2016)
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Messiah: Eisei no Shou(メサイア -影青ノ章-)

2015Japan
ActionFantasyMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerInvestigationMystery

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Fantasy, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative picks up where Shikkoku no Shou left off, featuring the key characters from the previous play. Haku and Eiri make a comeback to mentor the fresh batch of Sakura cadets. The unfolding drama delves deeper into the storyline and lays the groundwork for the upcoming stage play.

Recommendation: Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai Season 3 similar to The World (2016)
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Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai Season 3(岸辺露伴は動かないシーズン3)

2022Japan
FantasyMiniseriesSupernaturalSupernatural PowerSuspenseThrillerAdapted From A MangaEccentric Male LeadHorrorInvestigationMystery

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Miniseries, Supernatural, Supernatural Power, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Based on the manga series "Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai" by Araki Hirohiko.

Recommendation: Gedo no Uta similar to The World (2016)
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Gedo no Uta(外道の歌)

2024Japan
ActionDramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesAdapted From A MangaCrimePsychologicalRevengeViolence

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

The story revolves around Kamo and his companion Tora, who operate in the criminal world as "mercenaries for hire," accepting assignments from individuals affected by violent acts and families seeking retribution for injustices committed against them. (mangaupdates.com) Based on the manga series "Gedo no Uta" by Watanabe Daisuke.

Recommendation: Clone Girl similar to The World (2016)
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Clone Girl(복제소녀)

2021South Korea
MiniseriesSci-FiSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesPsychologicalShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Miniseries, Sci-Fi, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

Actress Hae Ryeon, haunted by memories of her past glory, encounters a younger version of herself named Liz. Hae Ryeon manipulates their mother-daughter dynamic to control Hae U, who in turn struggles to break free. Can this complicated relationship between mother and daughter find happiness in the end?

Recommendation: The Dangerous City similar to The World (2016)
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The Dangerous City(城市·獵人)

2013Taiwan
ActionDramaMiniseriesSuspenseThrillerInvestigationMystery

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Miniseries, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: 940920 similar to The World (2016)
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940920(940920)

2022Hong Kong
DramaFantasyMiniseriesSci-FiTime TravelParallel UniverseRomance

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Fantasy, Miniseries, Sci-Fi, and Time Travel themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yeesa has journeyed through time and space multiple times to alter her fate, but upon awakening a year later, she discovers a new timeline where familiar faces are not quite the same as before. Struggling with a sense of displacement, she attempts to navigate back to her original timeline, only to face unexpected challenges that could once again reshape her destiny. (Viu)

Recommendation: Oh! Dear Half-Basement Goddesses similar to The World (2016)
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Oh! Dear Half-Basement Goddesses(오! 반지하 여신들이여)

2017South Korea
DramaFantasyMiniseriesSupernaturalWeb SeriesComedyMultiple Mains

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Fantasy, Miniseries, Supernatural, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

“Oh! Beloved Half-Basement Deities” narrates the tale of four Greek goddesses who arrive in Korea with the mission of promoting love and harmony. Yet, they confront the harsh truth of steep rental prices and living expenses in Seoul. Setting aside their lofty aspirations, they conceal their real identities and share a half-basement apartment.

Recommendation: The Record of Strange Things similar to The World (2016)
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The Record of Strange Things(异物志)

2022China
ActionDramaFantasySupernatural PowerSuspenseThrillerComedyDeathFantasy WorldHidden IdentitySecret OrganizationTeamwork

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Fantasy, Supernatural Power, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 32% similarity match.

Following the unexpected drowning of his girlfriend in a room with no water, Shi Jian founded a company named "Universal Brother" that specializes in investigating mysterious occurrences. In his quest to uncover the truth behind her death, he stumbles upon a magical key with the ability to unlock any door. Along with this key, there are other extraordinary objects such as a shape-shifting cream, manipulating fingers, and water-controlling pendants. Shi Jian soon realizes that his girlfriend's demise is intertwined with these fantastical items. As he delves deeper into the incident, he begins to unravel the true origins of the objects and the sinister conspiracy surrounding them.

Recommendation: In the Realm of Fancy similar to The World (2016)
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In the Realm of Fancy(繾綣仙凡間)

2003Hong Kong
DramaFantasySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerTime TravelAdventureHistoricalImmortalInvestigationMysteryRomance

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Fantasy, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller, and Time Travel themes with a 32% similarity match.

In a tale featuring a youthful scholar/judge named Lei Yuen, he unintentionally transitions into a deity/immortal when he delves into the guidebook called Yuen Tin King, requesting to understand the essence of genuine love. Following Lei Yuen's request, the manual guides his spiritual form on a voyage where he meets lovers from different historical periods, spanning both the past and the future.

Recommendation: Candle in the Tomb similar to The World (2016)
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Candle in the Tomb(鬼吹灯之精绝古城)

2016China
ActionDramaFantasySupernaturalSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationAdventureHistoricalInvestigationMysteryTomb Raiding

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Fantasy, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 32% similarity match.

In accordance with an ancient proverb from China, it is said that "a person lights the flame and spirits extinguish it." Hu Ba Yi possesses extensive knowledge in Feng Shui, particularly in the arrangement of burial sites, which he acquired from an ancient manual passed down through generations in his family. This expertise proved invaluable when he found himself trapped in a snowslide in Tibet. It also came to his aid when he and his companions joined an archaeological expedition to investigate the mysterious "ghost cave" situated in the Taklamakan Desert. While guiding the team through perilous obstacles, he couldn't shake the feeling that someone had anticipated their every move and orchestrated the traps and concealed passageways accordingly. (Apple TV)

Recommendation: Time Spiral similar to The World (2016)
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Time Spiral(タイムスパイラル)

2014Japan
DramaMiniseriesSci-FiSuspenseThrillerTime TravelNovel AdaptationBrother-Sister RelationshipFriendshipInvestigationMysterySlight Romance

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Sci-Fi, Suspense, Thriller, and Time Travel themes with a 32% similarity match.

As a young girl, Natsuki Aizawa experienced a traumatic kidnapping incident that deeply affected her. Throughout her upbringing, she leaned on her close friend Kentaro Yuki for support. Currently, she is pursuing a degree in physics at a college. Unexpectedly, she crosses paths with the newly hired professor Shuya Tatsumi, leading to a series of mysterious occurrences in her life. It is revealed that Shuya is a time traveler who moves between different points in time.

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The Fight(对决)

2022China
ActionDramaSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesCrimePolice Officer Male LeadUnderworld

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Action, Drama, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 31% similarity match.

In the battle between law enforcement officers and criminal elements in Guangdong's economically developed eastern province, Luoyuan County stands out as having the lowest level of public security. Young detective Wu Jian faces challenges from underworld forces while investigating a shooting case, as the evidence he collects mysteriously disappears. Despite facing suspicion, Wu Jian finds support from Wen Lu Yang, who invites him to collaborate on a task force. Together, the unconventional Wen Lu Yang and the steadfast Wu Jian form a unique partnership to solve cases. As they work together, they uncover the Chen Brothers Group, the largest underworld organization in Luoyuan County. However, they soon realize that the case involves even more powerful forces and a significant protective umbrella. How will they overcome the obstacles presented by the local underworld? (Douban)

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Demon Couple(恶魔夫妻)

2025China
FantasySuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb SeriesFilmed VerticallyRomanceShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 31% similarity match.

Li Hao Tian is a demon who may seem cold on the outside but has a kind heart, whereas Chen Si Si is an angel with a soft exterior but a resilient spirit. Their paths crossed unexpectedly, leading to a deep love that faced numerous challenges due to their contrasting identities and characters. (

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The Future Lover(我来自未来)

2025China
FantasySuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb SeriesParallel UniverseRomanceShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 31% similarity match.

Zhou Nan Feng goes back in time in an attempt to prevent Zhong Zi Ye from seeking revenge on Qin Zhi Yi. However, Zhong Zi Ye manages to manipulate the situation, causing a rift between them. Following Zhong Zi Ye's unexpected death and Zhou Nan Feng's sacrifice, Qin Zhi Yi discovers the truth and travels back in time once more, only to realize that everything revolves around Zhong Zi Ye's love for Song Xing Yue. The four individuals find themselves trapped in a never-ending cycle of fate, love, and vengeance, with the truth hidden within the themes of blood and destiny.

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The Beautiful Lady Detective Agency(美娇娘探案社)

2025China
FantasySuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb SeriesInvestigationMysteryShort Length Series

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Fantasy, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 31% similarity match.

Chen Bing Bing, Ai Mei Li, and Lin Yue Chu are three homemakers who find their mundane marriages unfulfilling. They stumble upon an enigmatic store that also serves as a detective agency, prompting them to transform into amateur detectives while balancing their family responsibilities.

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Homeland Guardian(守城者)

2025Hong Kong
ActionDramaSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesInvestigationMysteryPolice Department Setting

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Renowned Hong Kong police officer Ho Ho Fai, celebrated for his association with the Three Tigers, experiences a significant decline in his reputation following an unsuccessful operation. As a member of the Special Duties Unit, he and his team, which includes the young officer Siu Tzu Tsun, strive to unveil and prevent a conspiracy targeting Hong Kong’s financial infrastructure.

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Tanabata no Kuni(七夕の国)

2024Japan
MiniseriesSci-FiSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerAdapted From A MangaInvestigationMystery

Like The World (2016), this drama also features Miniseries, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Minamimaru Yoji, also known as Nanmaru, is a university student endowed with a special power enabling him to "generate tiny openings in any object