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Thorn Flower(가시꽃)

2013South Korea
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherMelodramaMiscarriageMurderPoor Female LeadPregnancyRapeRevengeSoap Opera

Se Mi, a college student and hopeful actress, hails from a family that has never been wealthy but has always found joy in each other. On the very day she receives the Best Actress Award, her boyfriend Jae Joon proposes, coinciding with the news of her pregnancy. However, the celebration turns into a nightmare when she goes to work at the mansion of the Taegang Group, as requested by her father, the estate's manager. Hyuk Min, the son of President Kang of the Taegang Group, possesses everything—handsome looks, influential connections, and an elite education. Despite his charming facade, he harbors a dark, sadistic nature. On the night Se Mi arrives at the mansion, Hyuk Min is overtaken by lust and attempts to assault her. Terrified, Se Mi flees and tragically falls from a balcony, slipping into a deep coma. In a devastating twist, her father witnesses the incident and dies from a heart-stopping shock after tumbling down the stairs. Meanwhile, her mother is killed by an unknown assailant while trying to uncover the truth behind her husband’s mysterious demise. After six months, Se Mi miraculously awakens, only to discover that she has lost both her parents and her baby. To compound her grief, she learns that Jae Joon has married Ji Min, Hyuk Min’s sister. Ji Min, consumed by jealousy and aware of the horrific events from that night, remains silent as she pursues Jae Joon, who mourns the loss he believes Se Mi has suffered. Meanwhile, Nam Joon, the Director of Public Relations for the Taegang Group, discovers that his father, who took his own life during Nam Joon's childhood, was a victim of corruption linked to the group. Fueled by a desire for revenge, he seeks out Se Mi to help him confront the company. With Nam Joon's assistance, Se Mi escapes danger and relocates to the United States. After seven years of hiding, she returns to Korea as a successful entrepreneur under the name Jennifer Dia. As Jennifer, Se Mi transforms from her vulnerable former self, who endured the tragic losses of her family, betrayal, and assault, and sets out to exact revenge on those responsible for her suffering.

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Recommendation: Cover the Sky similar to Thorn Flower
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Cover the Sky(素手遮天)

2018China
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherRapeRevengeAdapted From A WebtoonCultivationFantasyPoliticalRomanceRoyaltySexual AssaultWuxiaXianxia

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, Death Of A Mother, Rape, and Revenge themes with a 25% similarity match.

In a vast continent built upon the remains of a mythical phoenix, various nations and people coexist. Out of nowhere, seven dormant volcanoes in the western region suddenly come to life after centuries of inactivity. The raging fires they spew create a massive red blanket that engulfs the sky, casting a fiery glow over the entire land.

Recommendation: Monster similar to Thorn Flower
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Monster(몬스터)

2016South Korea
Death Of A MotherMelodramaMurderRevengeSoap OperaBlindnessBusinessCrimeDeath Of A BrotherDeath Of A StepfatherHeir Male LeadManager Supporting CharacterPower StruggleRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, Murder, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 25% similarity match.

Individuals who perpetrate acts of cruelty against the vulnerable to amass wealth and influence, all while evading accountability, are akin to monsters. A man confronts the corrupt elite or "monsters," whose true identities are concealed from society, following the tragic loss of his family due to a conspiracy orchestrated by individuals of immense power. In an unexpected turn, he discovers love within the dark underbelly of society, and through this journey, the TV miniseries conveys a message about the importance of noblesse oblige and the essence of life. (MBC)

Recommendation: Red Shoes (2021) similar to Thorn Flower
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Red Shoes (2021)(빨강 구두)

2021South Korea
Death Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherMelodramaRevengeSoap OperaAntihero Male LeadDramaFamilyFemale Centered PlotGreedNeurological DisorderRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceSelfish Parent

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death Of A Father, Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 25% similarity match.

A tale of a cruel mother who deceived her father and abandoned her ill younger brother in pursuit of love and selfish desires, while her daughter harbors fantasies of retaliation against her mother. (Naver)

Recommendation: Glamorous Temptation similar to Thorn Flower
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Glamorous Temptation(화려한 유혹)

2015South Korea
MelodramaPoor Female LeadRevengeSoap OperaDramaFather-Daughter RelationshipPoliticalRich Male LeadRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Poor Female Lead, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 25% similarity match.

A young woman discovers from her whistleblower father that being truthful isn't always the best approach. Shortly after tying the knot, she finds herself overwhelmed by insurmountable debt that she cannot manage. However, through a series of events, she begins her journey towards joining the top 1% of wealth holders and intentionally seeks to expose their wrongdoing and hypocrisy. Her quest unveils an insatiable greed and thirst for power driven by the chase for wealth and profit. Meanwhile, two friends aspire to attain the same financial success, which unintentionally turns them into rivals, leading to heartache, strained relationships, betrayal, and a love triangle. Amidst this chaos, a resolution emerges, bringing forgiveness and a renewed connection with family. (MBC)

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The Promise(천상의 약속)

2016South Korea
MelodramaMiscarriageRevengeSoap OperaBirth SecretFamily RelationshipRomanceSeparation At BirthUnexpected Pregnancy

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Miscarriage, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 25% similarity match.

Lee Na Yeon becomes an orphan after chaebol heiress Park Yu Gyeong is responsible for her mother, Lee Yu Nae's, death in a car accident. Yu Nae and Yu Gyeong were in competition for the affection of the same man, Jang Gyeong Wan, with Yu Gyeong luring him into marriage by asserting that he was the father of her unborn child. In an effort to make up for abandoning his college girlfriend, Gyeong Wan tries to provide a home for the orphaned Na Yeon, which incites the fury of Yu Gyeong and the jealousy of his daughter, Se Jin. Upon uncovering evidence that suggests her mother's death might not have been accidental, Na Yeon chooses to turn her back on a life of luxury and privilege to live in an orphanage. She is taken in by the widow of the man who caused her mother’s death and grows up alongside Tae Jun, a talented and ambitious young man from a poor background who becomes her first love. However, in pursuit of his own ambitions, he betrays her trust and chooses to be with Se Jin.

Recommendation: Brilliant Heritage similar to Thorn Flower
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Brilliant Heritage(기막힌 유산)

2020South Korea
DeathDeath Of A MotherMelodramaSoap OperaBig FamilyComedyContract RelationshipFamilyMultiple CouplesRomanceSecond Chance Romance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, and Soap Opera themes with a 22% similarity match.

In this touching drama, themes of family ties, wealth, and deceptive marriages are prominent. Bu Young Bae, the owner of a cold noodle restaurant in Pyongyang, sparks a family conflict over his considerable wealth following a health scare. Feeling let down, he enters into a phony marriage with Gye Ok, a 33-year-old maid drawn in by his affluence and large family. Although his sons are taken aback, Young Bae is impressed by Gye Ok's strong work ethic, which convinces him that she can maintain his restaurant. Bu Seol Ak, Young Bae's strong-willed and independent son, is skeptical of Gye Ok but finds himself increasingly involved, leading to unexpected closeness amidst the unfolding family turmoil.

Recommendation: Heart of Stone (2025) similar to Thorn Flower
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Heart of Stone (2025)(铁石心肠)

2025China
Death Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherMelodramaRevengeCEO Male LeadHidden IdentityMeet AgainMistreated Female LeadMisunderstandingRomanceShort Length SeriesVengeful Male Lead

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death Of A Father, Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, and Revenge themes with a 21% similarity match.

Xiao Lang, the recently appointed leader, enters with confidence, concealing a mysterious history. He was once the legitimate successor, but lost everything due to his stepmother's deceitful actions. The only bright spot in his difficult upbringing was Su Ming Yu. Returning for payback, her affection once again becomes his saving grace as love conquers revenge. (Youku)

Recommendation: Triangle (2009) similar to Thorn Flower
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Triangle (2009)(トライアングル)

2009Japan
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherMurderCold CaseDeath Of A BrotherDeath Of A GirlfriendDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, Death Of A Mother, and Murder themes with a 21% similarity match.

The series begins with the homicide of a 10-year-old girl in 1984. After 15 years, with the case remaining unsolved and exceeding the time limit for prosecution, a doctor by the name of Goda Ryoji abruptly resigns from his hospital and transitions into a detective. In 2008, while in Paris, he encounters Sachi, a wandering artist, and upon his return to Japan, he gets entangled in the old murder case following an anonymous tip received by another investigator.

Recommendation: Spell of the Fragrance similar to Thorn Flower
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Spell of the Fragrance(国色天香)

2010China
DeathDeath Of A FatherRevengeArranged MarriageDramaFamilyRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, and Revenge themes with a 20% similarity match.

The Xiang and Gong families have a longstanding feud as renowned fragrance dynasties. Su Yu Ning, the eldest daughter of the Su Family, is acclaimed as the top perfumer for her exceptional skills and beauty. Childhood friends with Gong Shao Hua, the heir of the Gong family, Yu Ning is set to marry him in an arranged union. However, upon Shao Hua's return from his studies in Shanghai, he learns that Yu Ning is engaged to Xiang Hao Yu, the future leader of the Xiang family. Doubting the truth of the situation and feeling betrayed by Yu Ning, Shao Hua confronts Hao Yu, leading to a physical altercation that is halted by Hao Yu's father. Enraged by his father's decision to call off the marriage, Shao Hua rides off in anger, inadvertently causing his father's premature death. At his father's funeral and on the day of Yu Ning and Hao Yu's wedding, Shao Hua swears to avenge his father's death and the loss of Yu Ning to the Xiang family.

Recommendation: Diao Man Xin Niang similar to Thorn Flower
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Diao Man Xin Niang(刁蛮新娘)

2012China
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherHistoricalLove TriangleOrphan Female LeadRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, and Death Of A Mother themes with a 20% similarity match.

Yan Man, a young orphan living on the streets, infiltrates the prestigious Dai family mansion in Shanghai by pretending to be a servant. Her true motive is to seek out the individual responsible for her younger brother's tragic demise. Captivating the hearts of the two heirs of the Dai family, Yan Man becomes the center of their rivalry. As she delves deeper into the mystery surrounding her brother's death, she realizes that her own life is at risk. To safeguard her, the younger heir Dai Jun Tao orchestrates a sham marriage with Yan Man. However, due to her independent nature and humble background, she struggles to adapt to life in the Dai household.

Recommendation: Band of Sisters similar to Thorn Flower
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Band of Sisters(언니는 살아있다)

2017South Korea
DeathMelodramaRevengeSoap OperaBest Friends RelationshipDramaFamily RelationshipFemale Centered PlotFriendshipInfidelityMultiple MainsRomanceSearching For A Child

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Melodrama, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

Kang Ha Ri, known for her cheerful demeanor, has a part-time job at both a stationery shop and a nail salon. Min Deul Re was once a well-known actress, but she has seen a decline in her popularity recently. Kim Eun Hyang previously served as a secretary before welcoming her daughter, but now she dedicates her time to parenting. These three women experience the loss of their beloved ones simultaneously. Despite not being family, they support one another as they navigate their challenging times.

Recommendation: The Maid similar to Thorn Flower
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The Maid(婢女)

2025China
DeathDeath Of A MotherMelodramaRevengeCold Male LeadCunning Female LeadCunning Male LeadHidden IdentityHistoricalRomanceSchemeShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, and Revenge themes with a 20% similarity match.

Shen Yu Qing, the daughter of a wronged noblewoman, adopts a different persona to exact vengeance and unveil political plots. Together with Regent Prince Pei Ji, they confront formidable foes, endure perilous challenges, and safeguard their loved ones.

Recommendation: Enchanting Neighbor similar to Thorn Flower
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Enchanting Neighbor(황홀한 이웃)

2015South Korea
MelodramaRevengeSoap OperaFamilyInfidelityMarried Female LeadRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

Gong Soo Rae has loved her husband, Seo Bong Gook, since their teenage years. However, she discovers that he is involved in an affair with Choi Yi Kyung. At the same time, Park Chan Woo portrays a man who stands by her side.

Recommendation: Cross similar to Thorn Flower
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Cross(크로스)

2018South Korea
DeathDeath Of A FatherMurderRevengeDoctor Male LeadInvestigationMedicalMysteryPrison SettingSpecial AbilitySuspenseThrillerViolence

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, Murder, and Revenge themes with a 20% similarity match.

Thirteen years ago, Kang In Kyu's father was viciously killed. In order to seek vengeance against those accountable for his father's demise, he pursues a career in medicine. Kang In Kyu offers his services at a medical facility within a prison where the killer is incarcerated.

Recommendation: Temptation of Wife similar to Thorn Flower
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Temptation of Wife(아내의 유혹)

2008South Korea
DeathMelodramaMiscarriageSoap OperaDisabilityDramaFamily RelationshipIllnessInfidelityNeurodevelopmental DisorderRomanceSexual ViolenceTerminal Illness

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Melodrama, Miscarriage, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

Aspiring to study in France, Goo Eun, who studied make-up at her university, becomes a victim one night after a drinking spree

Recommendation: Noble Woman similar to Thorn Flower
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Noble Woman(귀부인)

2014South Korea
DeathMelodramaPoor Female LeadSoap OperaDeath Of A HusbandDisapproving ParentDramaFamily RelationshipJealousyRags To RichesRich Female LeadRich Man-Poor WomanRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Melodrama, Poor Female Lead, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

Shin Ae, raised by her single mother who worked as a maid, sacrifices her education to take a job as a sales associate in a department store. Mi Na, the sole daughter and heir of the store's owners, secretly envies Shin Ae's natural confidence. Shin Ae harbors feelings for Jung Min, a manager at her workplace. Intelligent and talented, Jung Min is in a covert relationship with Mi Na, but her parents disapprove of his modest origins. When Shin Ae discovers that Jung Min and Mi Na are an item, she feels profoundly let down. It is during this tumultuous time that she crosses paths with Yeong Min, a charming yet awkward young man, and they find solace in one another, eventually marrying. Tragically, their joy is short-lived as Yeong Min and his family perish in a plane accident, leaving Shin Ae heartbroken in the early days of their union. In a surprising twist, it turns out that Yeong Min's father was a significant investor and major shareholder in the department store. As a result, Shin Ae inherits the wealth she had always longed for, suddenly elevating her to the upper class. However, this newfound status does not bring her genuine joy. Additionally, Mi Na, unable to accept Shin Ae's rise, devises a plan against her, leading to conflict and intrigue over the store's ownership. Meanwhile, Shin Ae still has lingering feelings for Jung Min. This story unfolds as an epic saga of love and rivalry between two high school friends from vastly different backgrounds, each aspiring to become a true lady of distinction. (JTBC)

Recommendation: Hot Love similar to Thorn Flower
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Hot Love(热爱)

2009China
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherMurder1950sChinese Communist PartyCrimeEspionageInvestigationMysteryRomanceSpy Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, Death Of A Mother, and Murder themes with a 19% similarity match.

Recommendation: Empresses in the Palace similar to Thorn Flower
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Empresses in the Palace(甄嬛传)

2012China
DeathMelodramaMurderRevengeNovel AdaptationConsort Supporting CharacterDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHaremHistoricalPalacePoliticalPower StruggleQing Dynasty

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Melodrama, Murder, and Revenge themes with a 19% similarity match.

A young lady from the Eight Banners' lineage weds the Emperor and rises to become the Empress Dowager, overcoming numerous plots and deceptions. Throughout her journey, she evolves from a compassionate and intelligent girl to a ruthless and scheming woman.

Recommendation: East of Eden similar to Thorn Flower
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East of Eden(에덴의 동쪽)

2008South Korea
MelodramaRapeRevengeSoap OperaAge GapBrothers' RelationshipDramaFamilyHidden IdentityMulti-GenerationalOlder Man-Younger WomanRomanceSexual ViolenceSwitched At Birth

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Rape, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

The storyline revolves around two men whose destinies intertwine from the moment they enter the world. Both individuals were delivered in the same hospital. At the age of five, Lee Dong Cheol experienced the traumatic loss of his father. From that point forward, he vowed to exact vengeance on the man responsible for his father's demise, Sin Tae Hwan. However, a crucial detail remains hidden from everyone: Dong Cheol's younger brother, Dong Uk, was switched at birth with Tae Hwan's child, Myeong Hun. As Dong Uk matures, he becomes a prosecutor determined to assist his brother in his quest for revenge. But what will unfold when they discover that they are not actually siblings? How will Dong Cheol react upon learning that his true brother was raised by Sin Tae Hwan, while the brother he has grown up with is the offspring of his adversary?

Recommendation: The Count of Monte-Cristo: Great Revenge similar to Thorn Flower
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The Count of Monte-Cristo: Great Revenge(モンテ・クリスト伯 ―華麗なる復讐―)

2018Japan
DeathMelodramaMurderRevengeNovel AdaptationCorruptionDramaHidden IdentityInjusticePrison EscapePsychologicalThrillerTortureWrongfully Accused

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Melodrama, Murder, and Revenge themes with a 19% similarity match.

After spending 15 years in wrongful imprisonment, a man manages to escape and resurfaces under a new identity, presumed dead by his former acquaintances

Recommendation: Acma:Game similar to Thorn Flower
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Acma:Game(ACMA: GAME)

2024Japan
DeathDeath Of A FatherMurderRevengeActionAdapted From A MangaDramaGameHeir Male LeadMiniseriesMysterySecret OrganizationSmart Male LeadSupernatural

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, Murder, and Revenge themes with a 19% similarity match.

Oda Teruasa is the successor of the Oda Group, a prominent general trading conglomerate in the country. Following the tragic accident that claimed his mother's life when he was young, Teruasa was raised solely by his father, Oda Seiji. After his father's untimely demise at the hands of a mysterious assailant who also gifted him an ancient key, Teruasa learned that the key possessed mystical powers that could enhance one's fortune. Legend has it that whoever gathers 99 of these keys will gain ultimate power and wealth. Determined to uncover the truth behind the key's powers, Teruasa embarks on a global quest, only to return to Japan 13 years later seeking vengeance for his father's death. Engaging in the perilous Acma: Game, Teruasa faces off against rivals also vying for the devil's key.

Recommendation: Fatal Promise similar to Thorn Flower
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Fatal Promise(위험한 약속)

2020South Korea
Death Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherMelodramaRevengeConglomerateDoctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamilyFight For JusticeFlashback To PastNice Male LeadRomanceSupportive Parent

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death Of A Father, Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, and Revenge themes with a 19% similarity match.

Cha Eun Dong, a principled and resilient woman with modest origins, finds herself in distress after being deceived by a trusted individual. Overwhelmed by a desire for revenge, she pledges to seek justice. On the other hand, Kang Tae In, a man guided by ethics who ascended from a mere worker to the chairman of F Sports Group, has broken his sole vow to Eun Dong, prioritizing his ambitions above their relationship.

Recommendation: Shuang Sheng Hua similar to Thorn Flower
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Shuang Sheng Hua(双生花)

2024China
DeathDeath Of A FatherRevengeFilmed VerticallyIdentical Twin Female LeadLifeShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, and Revenge themes with a 19% similarity match.

Recommendation: Taiyou to Yuki no Kakera similar to Thorn Flower
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Taiyou to Yuki no Kakera(太陽と雪のかけら)

2002Japan
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherAdapted From A MangaDramaFoodRomanceWinery

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, and Death Of A Mother themes with a 19% similarity match.

Fujiyoshi Sarina experienced the loss of both her parents during her teenage years. She currently resides with her grandfather, Rintaro, whom she assists while harboring dreams of creating her own wine one day. One snowy day in March, Sarina crosses paths with a young traveler named Matsuda Ryo, whom she offers shelter for the night. Eventually, Ryo begins working alongside Sarina and her grandfather. As time passes, a close bond forms between Sarina and Ryo, but Ryo carries a significant secret.

Recommendation: A Bird That Doesn't Sing similar to Thorn Flower
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A Bird That Doesn't Sing(울지않는 새)

2015South Korea
MelodramaRevengeSoap OperaDramaFamilyRiches To RagsRomanceWrongfully Accused

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

A 10 billion won insurance murder scandal leads Oh Ha Naui to lose everything she holds dear. In response, she embarks on a quest for vengeance against Chun Mi Ja, the person responsible for her tragic circumstances.

Recommendation: TV Novel: Big Sister similar to Thorn Flower
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TV Novel: Big Sister(TV소설 큰언니)

2008South Korea
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherDramaFamilyOrphan Female LeadRaised By An Uncle-AuntSelfless Female Lead

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, and Death Of A Mother themes with a 19% similarity match.

The story revolves around the experiences of three sisters following the death of their parents. In Ok is the sister who is willing to do anything for her siblings. When In Ok discovers that her younger sister, In Soo, has had a child outside of marriage, she steps up to care for In Soo's daughter while In Soo travels to Germany to chase her aspiration of becoming a doctor. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Magic City similar to Thorn Flower
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Magic City(魔都风云)

2018China
DeathDeath Of A FatherRevengeChinese Republican EraDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionMagician Supporting CharacterRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, and Revenge themes with a 18% similarity match.

Set in 1930s Shanghai, this tale follows a man hailing from a family of magicians who embarks on a journey of nationalism after seeking vengeance for his father's murder. Ye Fei's father, Ye Jin, leads the Jin Rong troupe, known for its lineage of skilled magicians. Following a victorious showdown with a German magician, Ye Jin is shunned by fellow troupes and succumbs to despair. Motivated by a thirst for retribution, Ye Fei ventures North to train under a renowned master. Upon completing his education, Ye Fei relocates to Shanghai where he crosses paths with Xiao Yao, the daughter of a crime boss, who falls for him. However, their romantic saga takes a backseat when war breaks out, forcing them to prioritize their country over their personal vendettas.

Recommendation: Ta Yi Tong Wen Wo similar to Thorn Flower
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Ta Yi Tong Wen Wo(他以痛吻我)

2023China
Death Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherRevengeAbusive Male LeadDramaEx-Convict Female LeadFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death Of A Father, Death Of A Mother, and Revenge themes with a 18% similarity match.

Recommendation: Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka similar to Thorn Flower
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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
DeathMurderRevengeNovel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Murder, and Revenge themes with a 18% similarity match.

As they entered their late thirties, Komoto Maya, Kagami Riko, and Sakaki Yurika realized they regretted marrying for the sake of happiness. They started to feel the limitations of their careers and questioned the direction of their lives. These three college classmates often went out for drinks together, sharing complaints about their husbands and releasing their pent-up frustrations. One fateful evening, Maya and Riko were summoned to Yurika's home, where she shockingly confessed, "I have killed my husband!" Subsequently, Maya's husband mysteriously disappeared, setting off a chain of events that would alter the destinies of these three women. Thus begins the tale of their vengeance as they strive to reclaim the happiness stolen from them by their marriages.

Recommendation: Wife's Revenge (2021) similar to Thorn Flower
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Wife's Revenge (2021)(妻子的反攻)

2021China
DeathMelodramaRevengeBetrayalBetrayed By A FriendInfidelityRomanceShort Length SeriesSuicideWeb Series

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Melodrama, and Revenge themes with a 17% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Bai Ying Ying, a disillusioned housewife who uncovers her husband Ding Zhi Yuan's affair with her friend Gu Fei Er. As she delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding her sister Bai Jing Jing's suicide, Bai Ying Ying seeks to start afresh with the support of Jiang Chuan, Jin Rui, and her other friends, while evading Gu Fei Er.

Recommendation: Re: Follower similar to Thorn Flower
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Re: Follower(Re:フォロワー)

2019Japan
DeathMurderRevengeIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerVirtual World

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Murder, and Revenge themes with a 17% similarity match.

There is a rumor going around that Kureshida has the ability to help people with their issues, causing a sudden surge in their popularity on social media. Kureshida is made up of leader Hitomi, along with Yusaku, Tomoki, and Kimito, although their individual identities remain unknown to the public. Each day, the four members of Kureshida meet at the library where Tomoki is employed. They choose a client from those who have submitted their stories, gather information about them, and work towards resolving their problems.

Recommendation: Woman with a Suitcase similar to Thorn Flower
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Woman with a Suitcase(캐리어를 끄는 여자)

2016South Korea
DeathMelodramaMurderDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLawLawyer Female LeadSecond ChanceSlight RomanceWrongfully Accused

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Melodrama, and Murder themes with a 17% similarity match.

Cha Geum Joo was previously a successful office manager, but her career takes a significant downturn when she is punished for breaching the Attorneys-at-Law Act and imprisoned as a result. The drama chronicles her inspiring journey as she reintegrates into society as an ex-convict, pursuing her aspiration to become an exceptional lawyer.

Recommendation: The Third Marriage similar to Thorn Flower
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The Third Marriage(세 번째 결혼)

2023South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama and Revenge with a 17% similarity match.

A drama unfolds the tale of romance and matrimony in the midst of a deceitful game played by a manipulative woman and another woman striving to reveal and penalize falsehoods

Recommendation: Second Husband similar to Thorn Flower
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Second Husband(두번째 남편)

2021South Korea
MelodramaRevengeSoap OperaAge GapDramaFamily RelationshipInfidelityOptimistic Female LeadRomanceWrongfully Accused

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 17% similarity match.

The story centers on Bong Seon Hwa and her family's involvement in a confectionery business. Despite a difficult upbringing, she overcomes challenges with her resilient and optimistic attitude. Seon Hwa, who grew up in the same neighborhood as Moon Sang Hyuk, had a deep connection with him. However, after experiencing a tragic loss of her family caused by uncontrollable greed, she vows to seek revenge amidst a complex mix of fate and love.

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Terms of Endearment (2004)(애정의 조건)

2004South Korea
MelodramaPregnancySoap OperaDramaFamily RelationshipInfidelityMultiple MainsRomanceSingle MotherSwindler Supporting Character

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Pregnancy, and Soap Opera themes with a 17% similarity match.

Kang Han Geol is the father of three daughters. The eldest, Keum Pa, is married to a lawyer, and they share a son, enjoying a life of happiness and comfort. However, her husband is unfaithful with a younger colleague. The youngest, Eun Pa, is a college student who is enthusiastic about romance. She breaks up with her first love, Yun Taek, and decides to move in with Jeon Seong Ki, a charming con artist known for his womanizing ways. After discovering she is pregnant, she eventually gains her parents' approval to marry him, but he fails to appear on their wedding day. Despite the challenges, Eun Pa is determined to work hard for her child's future, and a new romantic interest may soon come into her life as well.

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Yasuko to Kenji(ヤスコとケンジ)

2008Japan
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherAdapted From A MangaBrother-Sister RelationshipComedyMiniseriesOrphan Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouth

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, and Death Of A Mother themes with a 16% similarity match.

The series revolves around Kenji and his younger sister Yasuko, who lost their parents in a tragic accident a decade ago. Kenji, a former gang leader, now works as a shojo mangaka to provide for himself and Yasuko. Despite his usual calm demeanor while wearing glasses, Kenji reveals a violent side when defending Yasuko. The storyline also delves into Yasuko's relationship with Jun Tsubaki, a handsome and intelligent man. Erika, Jun's sister, currently runs a flower shop but was previously a gang leader who harbored feelings for Kenji in the past. Inspired by the manga series created by Aruko.

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Uso no Senso(嘘の戦争)

2017Japan
DeathMurderRevengeCrimeDramaLove TriangleMiniseriesSlight RomanceSuspenseSwindler Male LeadThriller

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Murder, and Revenge themes with a 16% similarity match.

At the age of nine, Koichi's father was accused of murdering his mother and younger sibling, followed by taking his own life. Contrary to belief, Koichi's father was falsely incriminated, and Koichi witnessed the true culprit responsible for his family's tragedy. Despite his attempts to share the truth, the authorities dismissed his account, and his relatives labeled him as dishonest. Refusing to abandon his version of events, Koichi was dubbed "Usotsuki" (Liar) as he grew up. Eventually, Koichi relocated abroad, assuming a new identity and pursuing a career as a con artist. Years later, Koichi encounters the perpetrator of his family's demise, prompting him to return to Japan seeking vengeance.

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Wadake no Otokotachi(和田家の男たち)

2021Japan
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherCOVID-19DramaFamilyIllnessInfectious DiseaseMale Centered PlotMiniseriesMulti-Generational

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, and Death Of A Mother themes with a 16% similarity match.

Wada Yuu, aged 37, had been employed by a company for the past 15 years until it went bankrupt due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He now earns a living as a delivery driver. While on the job one day, he unexpectedly encounters his long-lost grandfather, Wada Kan, and stepfather, Wada Shuhei. When Yuu was 10, his mother remarried Wada Shuhei, who he lived with after his mother's passing. After graduating from university and finding a job, Yuu moved out, leading to a strained relationship with Wada Shuhei. Yuu decides to move back in with Wada Shuhei and Wada Kan, following a friend's suggestion to work as a reporter for an online news platform. Meanwhile, Wada Shuhei is a general producer at a broadcasting station, and Wada Kan works as an editorial writer for a newspaper.

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Kanzo wo Ubawareta Tsuma(肝臓を奪われた妻)

2024Japan
Death Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherRevengeBetrayed By A Significant OtherDivorced Female LeadDomestic CrimeDramaEnergetic Female LeadLoyal Female LeadManipulative Female LeadSingle Mother

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death Of A Father, Death Of A Mother, and Revenge themes with a 16% similarity match.

Yuka, who cherished her mother's love growing up after losing her father, dreams of a happy family. She marries Nakamura Kosei, a man with a similar background, and ends up being a liver donor for his mother, Seiko. However, Yuka soon realizes that the marriage was a setup for the transplant. Feeling betrayed and divorced, she decides to raise her child on her own. Five years later, a chance encounter with Kosei brings back her anger towards his family's deceit and disrespect towards her late mother and child. With determination, Yuka begins plotting her revenge against the Nakamura family.

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Strongest Chil Woo(최강칠우)

2008South Korea
DeathMurderRevengeActionHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastyRomanceStrong Male LeadSword-fightSwordsman Male Lead

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Murder, and Revenge themes with a 16% similarity match.

Kang Chil Woo served as an unremarkable police officer in the Joseon period. After losing his parents in a violent attack, his primary objective became to remain inconspicuous for his own safety. Nevertheless, the murder of his sister dramatically altered his perspective on life. In his quest for vengeance, he transformed into an assassin, taking it upon himself to deliver justice to wrongdoers.

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The Women's Room(두 여자의 방)

2013South Korea
MelodramaRevengeSoap OperaDramaFamilyFriends To EnemiesFriendshipHotelier Female LeadJealousyRich Female LeadRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 16% similarity match.

Kyung Chae is set to inherit a five-star hotel. She is in a romantic relationship with Ji Sub, the hotel's general manager. Her life takes a turn when she befriends Hee Soo. Driven by jealousy, Hee Soo seeks to take everything away from Kyung Chae. Now, Kyung Chae is ready to stand her ground...

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Sweet Enemy(달콤한 원수)

2017South Korea
MelodramaRevengeSoap OperaBirth SecretDramaFamily RelationshipPrison SettingRomanceSearching For A ChildStepsibling RomanceWrongfully Accused

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 16% similarity match.

Oh Dal Nim is wrongfully charged with homicide. She chooses to seek vengeance against those who have caused her suffering.

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Leap Day(วันแก้ตาย)

2025Thailand
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherAutistic Male LeadCurseDramaProfessor Supporting CharacterPsychic Male LeadSupernaturalSuspenseThriller

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, and Death Of A Mother themes with a 16% similarity match.

On the unique day of February 29, Day and Night are each afflicted by a dreadful curse that, every four years, claims the individual they hold dearest. The threat this curse presents to their loved ones forces them into solitude. One fateful day, Night encounters Dream, who brings him happiness. At the same time, Day takes on the responsibility of caring for Ozone, the autistic son of a distant relative after her passing. As their twentieth birthday draws near, Day and Night grow increasingly anxious about the safety of those they care for.

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Mysterious Personal Shopper(인형의 집)

2018South Korea
MelodramaRevengeSoap OperaBetrayalDouble IdentityFamily RelationshipFriendshipInvestigationMysteryOptimistic Female LeadRich Female Lead

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 16% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the themes of love, friendship, and treachery involving two women: Hong Se Yeon and Eun Kyung Hye. Hong Se Yeon, a personal shopper, is an extroverted and optimistic individual who ultimately faces betrayal from those she held dear. This leads her to seek revenge against those who wronged her. On the other hand, Eun Kyung Hye, the sole heir of a CEO, appears to lead a flawless life; however, she grapples with an intense fear of abandonment. This anxiety manifests as an impulse control disorder, causing her to act compulsively.

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Ladies of Storm(폭풍의 여자)

2014South Korea
MelodramaRevengeSoap OperaDramaFamily RelationshipFriends To EnemiesFriendshipInfidelityRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceUnrequited Love

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 16% similarity match.

Han Jung Im is a married woman with a teenage daughter who has recently relocated to Seoul from Jeju along with her husband, Moo Yeong, and their family. Despite the challenges posed by her in-laws, Jung Im strives to fulfill her roles as a wife and mother. In Seoul, she reconnects with her friend Do Hye Bin, who is the illegitimate daughter of a wealthy family. Hye Bin, also a mother to a teenage daughter, is married to Park Hyeon Seong, who is employed at her brother Do Jun Tae’s company. While Park Hyoen Wu has a passion for filmmaking rather than practicing law, he holds a deep affection for his older brother, Park Hyeon Seong. Han Jung Im's modest yet content life begins to unravel when Hye Bin unexpectedly arrives with shocking news.

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Higashino Keigo Samayou Yaiba(東野圭吾 さまよう刃)

2021Japan
DeathMurderRevengeNovel AdaptationDramaDruggingFather-Daughter RelationshipGang RapeInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Death, Murder, and Revenge themes with a 16% similarity match.

Following the passing of his wife, Shigeki has been raising his daughter, Ema, by himself

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Only Love(사랑만 할래)

2014South Korea
RevengeSoap OperaFamilyRomance

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A daily series centered around the romantic relationships between men and women.

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Sidestreet People(골목 안 사람들)

2002South Korea
MelodramaSoap OperaDramaFamily

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Recommendation: TV Novel: Landscape In My Heart similar to Thorn Flower
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TV Novel: Landscape In My Heart(TV소설 그대의 풍경)

2007South Korea
MelodramaSoap OperaDramaFamily

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama and Soap Opera with a 15% similarity match.

A young woman is compelled to relinquish her baby when her first love weds someone else. Many years later, now a married woman, she finds her child, and shortly thereafter, her first love comes back to the town.

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Loving You a Thousand Times(천만번 사랑해)

2009South Korea
MelodramaSoap OperaDramaRomance

Like Thorn Flower, this drama also features Melodrama and Soap Opera with a 15% similarity match.

Baek Sae Hoon and his spouse, Lee Sun Young, are fervently attempting to have a child but face repeated failures. Sae Hoon's mother approaches Sun Young, suggesting that she explore surrogacy as a means to conceive without informing Sae Hoon. Enter Go Eun Nim, who becomes their surrogate, expecting their baby. However, the situation becomes more complex when she unexpectedly develops feelings for Sae Hoon's younger brother, Kang Ho.