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Taking place in the early years of the Meiji period, Private Investigator Shinjuro Yuki comes back to his homeland of Japan after being overseas. Known for his reliability, Detective Yuki partners with the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to tackle a series of peculiar cases. During his inquiries, he crosses paths with Rie, the daughter of a prominent businessman, who becomes intrigued by him.

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.

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?

Kwok Hei Sin is no ordinary police officer. He specializes in geomancy, using his expertise to crack mysterious cases when needed. His informant, Leung Sing Kau, has connections to individuals involved in both legal and illegal activities. His eccentric personality often surprises his superior, Che Gwai Fei, a criminal psychologist who relies on reason to analyze situations. Despite their differences, they develop a silent understanding through their collaboration. Outside of work, Che Gwai Fei is mainly concerned with her younger siblings' marriages, Che Gwai Yan and Che Gwai Gwan. When Che Gwai Yan finds herself in a love triangle involving Leung Sing Kau and Tit Neong Zi, Che Gwai Fei struggles to control her emotions. Fortunately, Kwok Hei Sin is there to support her. Meanwhile, a series of missing persons cases emerge, triggering memories from Kwok Hei Sin's hidden past.

The latest season kicks off with a unique investigation that takes the pair to the Consulate-General of Japan in Hong Kong. This marks the first occasion that Aibo has ventured outside its usual setting, following a previous trip to London in the second season. Mizutani noted that the Hong Kong backdrop is a perfect fit for inspector Sugishita Ukyo, given the city's history as a former British colony, which aligns with Ukyo's interest in British culture. Joining Ukyo as his new partner is Kai Toru, who is set to inject a fresh energy into the series.

Sugishita Ukyo's colleague, Kai Toru, was taken into custody, leading to Sugishita being placed on an indefinite suspension

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.

The protagonist embarks on a perilous quest to locate a cure for his mentor Lu Guo Hua, venturing to a distant icy land fraught with dangers. Along the way, he befriends a band of hunters and undergoes a transformative journey of self-discovery, evolving from a naïve youth into a mature individual. (AppleTV) Derived from the book "Eagles and Youngster" by Tian Xia Ba Chang.

An Xiao Tong possesses a unique skill known as the "Horus Eye" which allows her to witness the souls of individuals. She assists detective Jiang Yi Ming in resolving mysteries. Throughout their investigations, they gradually unveil a dark and elaborate plot.

Fujinuma Satoru, a budding manga artist, possesses the unique ability to go back in time right before a dangerous event occurs, allowing him to avert tragedies. After his mother is murdered by an unknown attacker, Satoru is unexpectedly sent back eighteen years to his elementary school days. This gives him the chance to prevent a kidnapping incident that resulted in the deaths of three childhood friends: two classmates and a young girl from a neighboring school.

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.

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

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.

Taking place in the 1980s, the story revolves around Pang Pak Chuen, a Taoist expert and a professor of philosophy at a university. He takes on three young men - Cheung Hon Chung, Tsui Pak Keung, and Szema Chi Chuen - as his students. Together, they gain fame as fighters who specialize in dealing with ghosts. Eventually, they are approached by the secretive Seventh Assault Team, a police unit, to help solve a series of supernatural cases. It is during this time that they encounter Ghost Sing, a triad leader who is also a traditional Chinese healer.

Mirai, a 25-year-old man who prefers solitude, is concealing a secret from his wife, Meguru. He suffers from a mysterious illness that causes him to go back in time when he experiences strong emotions. Meguru has been his source of comfort during his struggles. However, tragedy strikes on their wedding anniversary when Meguru dies in a fall at her workplace. Mirai is left wondering why such a kind-hearted person met such a fate. As he grieves, he involuntarily travels back in time. Can he use this ability to save Meguru and uncover the truth behind her death?

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.

The plot centers around the otherworldly experiences of 10 individuals, such as the puzzling vanishing of a single mother's child, the peculiar behavior of a bookstore proprietor, a fanatical otaku observing his neighbor, and the sudden arrival of a young wife pushing a closed baby stroller. (JayneStars)

Adachi-san was approached by the editor-in-chief of a women's magazine one day. The proposal was to feature a series in each issue about letting go of a personal item, centered around the idea of decluttering and living more freely. That evening, Adachi-san fell asleep as usual. However, in her dream, a mysterious girl and the embodiments of the possessions she has clung to started appearing, requesting to be discarded.

Three years ago, Pinghai City experienced a homicide that resulted in the heroic sacrifice of criminal police chief Ding Wei while trying to apprehend the suspect, Cao Ming, and protect a hostage. Recently, similar cases have resurfaced, prompting the Pinghai Municipal Public Security Bureau to reassign key members of the criminal police detachment. This new team includes Xu Zhixin as the criminal police chief, Liu Jing as a criminal psychologist, Luo Hai as the detective expert and deputy captain, Dr. Lin Xue as the physical and biochemical materials expert, a young female policewoman, and a skilled fighter named Hu Niu. Wang Xiaobo, an expert in computer networks, also joined the team to investigate these cases. Using their unique skills, Liu Jing and his colleagues analyzed the motives behind the crimes through role-playing and profiling the suspects involved in the cases.

In a small town in Xinan, there have been two puzzling incidents that have left the community baffled. A female police captain teams up with a young detective to investigate these mysteries. Despite an apparent motive, they uncover a web of hidden truths. One of the cases involves a late-night ride booked through an online platform that takes a dangerous turn. As more clues come to light, the investigations become more complex and intertwined. In a race against time to find the real perpetrator, the past, present, and future of the town are closely interconnected through the unfolding events.

As the production of “The Bloom and a Thousand Bees” gets underway, the search for the lead female character intensifies, prompting a frenzied rush among industry professionals who are willing to go to great lengths to secure the role. Consequently, a particular group is closely monitoring the audition process. Unbeknownst to all, a sinister secret lies hidden behind the scenes, accompanied by the invocation of dark magic.

Three years ago, Tang Ming Xuan's wife Xie Wei passed away in what was believed to be a suicide, a situation that has troubled the family ever since. At the wedding ceremony of Ke Yuan and Ming Xuan three years later, new information came to light when a mysterious individual, Solution Days, appeared, bringing back memories of the past. Ke Yuan stood by Ming Xuan, refusing to believe Solution Days' accusations and remaining convinced of Ming Xuan's innocence. Solution Days suspected foul play in Xie Wei's death and set out to uncover the truth, using various tactics to take control of the company and investigate the real cause of Xie Wei's demise. As new evidence emerged, the hidden secrets surrounding Ming Xuan began to unravel, bringing danger closer to Ke Yuan as she navigated a world of love and deception. Ultimately, Ming Xuan's true nature was revealed.

The narrative tracks the main characters as they navigate their roles in the Police Negotiation Cadre (PNC), a volunteer division of the Hong Kong police force that focuses on communicating with terrorists, participants in local conflicts, and people considering suicide. Throughout the series, the protagonists handle a variety of significant and minor cases.

When Sui Ning was young, she had a close bond with her father after her mother passed away. However, as she got older, their relationship became strained. Sui Ning became consumed with work and found her father irritating. One day, her father invited her to visit their ancestral village for a vacation. Sui Ning couldn't understand why her father was so attached to his hometown. When she was called back to work, her father decided to go alone. Later that night, Sui Ning rushed to the village after finishing work, only to find her father's yacht had exploded. Believing her father was inside, she contacted her police officer boyfriend Lau Ho Fat. Despite their efforts to search the water, her father's body was not found. Sui Ning suspected foul play and began to distrust the villagers, uncovering her father's troubled history with them. Will she be able to uncover the truth and find the person responsible for her father's death?

Updated version: Revamp of the American television show "Cold Case" that originally aired in 2003.

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)

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.

The series follows Zhao Yi Yang, head of the accident division at the Pingyuan City Traffic Police Detachment, as he leads an investigation into a traffic accident that uncovers a long-hidden truth. A small van was tragically involved in a collision that resulted in the deaths of both parents in a family of three. During his on-site examination, Zhao Yi Yang, newly appointed as head of the accident division, uncovered evidence of two other vehicles involved in a chase that led to the identification of the true perpetrator. Despite the potential impact on his career due to the case being linked to an old incident, Zhao Yi Yang persisted in following new leads to solve the case and apprehend the suspect.

To uncover the truth behind his former colleague's death, border police officer Wu Ju embarks on a dangerous mission as an undercover agent in a high-stakes anti-drug operation. Wu Ju teams up with Qi Tian, the son of a notorious drug lord, to seek vengeance for his fallen comrade. Together, they evade a relentless pursuer and discover that a mysterious figure known as "Doctor" is the true mastermind behind the criminal network. As Wu Ju infiltrates "Doctor's" inner circle, he must outwit both ruthless drug traffickers and unsuspecting police detective An Ning. Through bravery and cunning, Wu Ju confronts formidable adversaries and faces personal challenges until he can ultimately dismantle the drug cartel.

Tse Chi Tong used to be the next in line to inherit a medicinal oil business that shut down over a decade ago. Presently, he is fully committed to his job as a postal worker, residing with his younger sibling Mei Ling and the faithful servant of his deceased father, Chan Tung. Tong's tranquil routine takes an unexpected turn when he encounters the ghost of a woman named Mak Chau Kuen, who shares her heartbreaking love story with him and implores him to fulfill a specific task. Determined to assist her, Tong joins forces with the spirited wealthy young lady Wong Yuk Cham on a mission to locate a missing letter from Kuen's lover, Miu Lin Sin, dating back 12 years.

In this 1970s supernatural thriller, Wang Jian, a police officer, stumbles upon the ghost of his neighbor, Huang Yinggu, who has been trapped in a braid inside the police station for over a decade. As Yinggu slowly unravels her tragic story to Jian, it is revealed that she was wrongly convicted of a crime she did not commit. Her nephew, Ye Jiasheng, was the true culprit who framed her to cover his tracks. Despite her efforts to break ties with Jiasheng's son, Ye Zuguang, who is involved in criminal activities, tragedy strikes again when Zuguang commits a heinous act and tries to pin it on Yinggu's daughter, Sun Minghua. With Jian now a police inspector, he works tirelessly to uncover the truth and bring justice to the innocent victims. However, Jiasheng, a cunning senior police inspector, uses deceitful tactics to protect his son, even resorting to framing innocent individuals and tampering with evidence. In a dramatic confrontation, Yinggu's ghost confronts Jiasheng, who remains unrepentant until his eventual demise from cancer. Justice ultimately prevails as new evidence surfaces, leading to Zuguang's confession and conviction. As the story unfolds, a subplot emerges involving Jian's wife, Baoyan, accepting bribes on his behalf, leading to her decision to come clean and face the consequences. The series concludes with Baoyan's release from prison and a heartwarming reunion with Jian and their family.

Michael Miu, portraying the character Ko Chung Ching, left his position as a police officer to establish a private detective agency following the disappearance of his son, Tsun Sing. This happened while Miu was investigating the "Rose Killer" case. His team consists of Power Chan as Man Kai Ching Super, Bernice Liu as Man Tai Po, and Vivien Yeo as Lam Yan Yan. Kenneth Ma plays a police officer who becomes involved in the "Rose Killer" investigation alongside Miu. Ching continues the search for his son, meeting Melissa Ng's character Lai Siu, who manages a group of part-time actors. Lai Siu discovers her connection to Sing's disappearance and agrees to assist in locating him out of feelings of guilt.

Ko Fung is the heir to a successful cosmetics company, where his girlfriend Lok Pui Pui serves as the brand ambassador. During a promotional event for their new makeup line, Pui Pui shocked everyone by appearing in a red traditional dress instead of the planned wedding gown, before suddenly collapsing. Rumors spread that she may have been targeted by the vengeful spirit of a deceased celebrity, known for inspiring copycat suicides. Si To San, a company employee, was later invited to dinner at Ko Fung's home by his father, who claimed to be close friends with Si To San's uncle. Tragically, Ko Fung's father was discovered dead in his study weeks later. With numerous suspects in the mix, it is now up to Ko Fung, Si To San, and Zhou Yee Tong to solve the mystery, unless one of them is the culprit themselves.

A man and a woman were discovered deceased in a vehicle. Zita Sit Chi-Yiu (Anita Yuen) finds out that the man is her spouse, Dick Ling Ho-Leung (Eddie Kwan), and the woman is named Bonnie Fong Cheuk-Ling (Angela Tong). Devastated by her husband's passing, Zita is also saddened to learn about his extramarital affair. Unexpectedly, Mike Yiu Lap-Tin (Michael Miu), an old school friend of Dick's, appears and offers her support. Eventually, Zita learns that Mike, who is employed by a security company, is actually Bonnie's husband and not an acquaintance of Dick's at all.

While conducting patrol duties, EU sergeant Ling San Fung and her team respond to a criminal pursuit. Tragically, during a gunfight, San Fung's father is fatally shot in the head by a stray bullet. Despite the loss, San Fung continues the chase, only to experience a mysterious natural event that transports her back in time to April 1st, three days before the tragic incident. Realizing she now possesses the ability to time-travel, she uses this power to prevent her father's death. However, her interference in the timeline sets off a series of unsettling events. Village chief "Ditch", an informant for the ICAC, uncovers San Fung's unique ability and utilizes it to investigate corrupt officers, all while harboring a secret about his true identity. Additionally, San Fung learns she is not the sole individual with the power to manipulate time, discovering that altering the past does not guarantee control over the future. (TVB Anywhere)

A decade ago, Tang Wei Cong and Shen Ao Ming became members of the ICAC simultaneously. They underwent training together and developed a close bond. Unfortunately, Ao Ming sustained injuries during a private mission, leading to his resignation and subsequent disappearance. Fast forward ten years, while investigating a case of suspected corruption involving a bank employee, Wei Cong stumbled upon evidence implicating Ao Ming in the scandal.

After his grandfather's death, Kazuki Yamada reluctantly takes on a position at a company called "In any case, we'll handle it," where he fulfills various tasks for temporary employees. When he receives a text message from an unknown sender asking him to "make everyone smile for me," he mistakenly believes it is a job request. Upon arriving, he realizes the situation is not what he anticipated. Teaming up with his childhood friend and colleague, Shizuka Hasegawa, they work together to fulfill the final wishes of deceased individuals.

It all began at a cyber cafe. Toki Koichi, a soon-to-be father living a mundane life, encounters his first love Kaho from junior high school after a heated argument with his wife. A mysterious incident at the cafe causes a blackout and traps Koichi and Kaho inside overnight. When they emerge the next day, they discover a completely transformed world. Determined to uncover the reason behind their sudden transportation and return home, Koichi faces various challenges and mysteries as people start disappearing. Will they survive this crisis and unravel the secret of Koichi's past with Kaho?

Makita Hikari serves as a police officer known for her sincere nature and trusting demeanor towards others. Despite her genuine personality, she often falls victim to deception by suspects, leading her to be reassigned to a mundane role in the cold case resource room. One day, an enigmatic individual named Chajima Ryunosuke emerges and introduces Hikari to the newly established Cold Case Anonymous Investigation Unit within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. This unit focuses on resolving unsolved cases by granting leniency to suspects in exchange for information on the main perpetrators. Interestingly, Ryunosuke Chajima himself is a cunning lawyer, and his reasons for joining the Cold Case Anonymous Investigation Unit remain a mystery.

Aoki Toshio, a cybersecurity task force investigator, is reassigned to the Special Missions Section as a consequence of his actions. He harbors animosity towards Sugishita Ukyo and Kaburagi Wataru, and has been scheming to disrupt the team from within. How will his presence impact the dynamics of the Special Missions Section? (jdramas.wordpress.com)

Has there been any recent progress in the dynamic between the distinctive detectives? The team of special investigators, each with their own unique traits, persist in their usual clashes but are united in their dedication to solving cases and conducting thorough investigations. Furthermore, the hidden past of detective Shindo Ryo is slowly coming to light, potentially altering his connection with detective Asawa Naoki. And to add to the mix, a new recruit has joined their ranks.

The First Personnel Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department is a specialized team tasked with conducting inspections to uncover misconduct among the large workforce of over 40,000 personnel in the police department. Simply being under inspection can potentially ruin a police officer's career. Inspectors like Sara Masaki are known as the police within the police, carrying out their duties in solitude. After two years, Sara stumbles upon a conspiracy that will have far-reaching implications for the entire police organization.