Trinity of Shadows - Asian drama recommendation
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Trinity of Shadows(第三佈局 塵沙惑)

2021Taiwan
CrimeDeathDetective FictionDifficult AdulthoodDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSex IndustrySexual ContentSuspenseThriller

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

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Trinity Of Shadows

Recommendation: Quadrant Eye similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Quadrant Eye(象限之眼)

2019China
CrimeDeathDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Death, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Police Officer Male Lead themes with a 57% similarity match.

A police officer looks into a homicide, only to find out that the perpetrator was responsible for his wife's death. Overcome with grief, he decides to take a leave of absence. However, while on his break, he stumbles upon some startling evidence. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: The Doll Master (2017) similar to Trinity of Shadows
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The Doll Master (2017)(人偶师)

2017China
DeathDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Male Lead

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 53% similarity match.

In reality, every individual on this planet is like a marionette, with invisible strings controlling their actions. Two decades ago, the renowned psychologist Ouyang Qiu, along with his friend and colleague Ruan Haotian, traveled to Dawn City for a confidential research project. Tragically, Ouyang met his demise by falling from a building, while Dr. Ruan vanished under mysterious circumstances. Subsequently, the project was abruptly terminated. Fast forward twenty years, Ouyang Qiu's son, Ouyang Yiming, has grown up and joined a specialized SCI Team as an agent. When a gruesome mutilation case arises in Dawn City, Ouyang Yiming takes it upon himself to investigate. However, just as he nears a breakthrough, the perpetrator takes their own life, prompting Ouyang to delve deeper into the mystery. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes apparent that Pandora's Box is on the verge of being opened... (Q1Q2)

Recommendation: Phoenix Rising similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Phoenix Rising(蘭花劫)

2008Hong Kong
CrimeDeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerPrison Setting

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 53% similarity match.

Crystal, Louisa, and Leila grew up as siblings after being orphaned at a young age. Each of them was adopted into different families with diverse backgrounds. When Louisa was imprisoned for a crime she committed, Crystal took the blame to protect her sister. Leila, known for her kindness, attempted to help by falsifying evidence but ended up being incarcerated as well. Tensions between the three sisters and the prison owner escalate, leading to a desire for revenge. This series delves into the underworld of women in prison, exploring their struggles and conflicts.

Recommendation: Crimson River similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Crimson River(非常目击)

2020China
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseThrillerReturn To HometownWeb Series

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Police Officer Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

A cold case involving the murder of a young girl resurfaces two decades later, stirring up memories in a tranquil town. Shan Feng, who had witnessed the crime in the past, comes back to the town as a police officer, haunted by the painful recollections. Determined to uncover the truth, he finds that everyone connected to the case has experienced significant transformations.

Recommendation: Brutally Young similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Brutally Young(十八年後的終極告白)

2020Hong Kong
CrimeDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

Nearly two decades ago, a group of seven teenagers from the same neighborhood got into a heated argument with a villager named Kai Sze, resulting in a tragic death. In a panic, they decided to bury the body and keep the incident a secret. As time passed, they all moved on with their lives, only for the truth to resurface when Kai Sze's body was found. Inspector Yuen Lai Ken took on the case and began unraveling the mystery, revealing shocking connections along the way. With pressure mounting, the teenagers faced a difficult choice: confess to their crime or continue living with the burden of their secret. As relationships became entangled and the true culprit lurked in the shadows, the group found themselves at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take.

Recommendation: Ryojin no Ono similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Ryojin no Ono(両刃の斧)

2022Japan
DeathDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDetective Male LeadMiniseriesRevenge

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Police Officer Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

Detective Shibasaki Sachio's daughter, who was a member of the First Investigation Division, is tragically murdered. Together with Kawasumi Shigekatsu, a young detective who looks up to Shibasaki as a mentor, they try to uncover the truth behind the heinous crime. Despite their efforts, the case remains unsolved. Fast forward 15 years, Shibasaki is now retired and caring for his sick wife, Miwako. Things take a turn when a new unit is formed to reinvestigate cold cases, with Kawasumi joining the team. As they revisit the case, a suspect emerges, leading Shibasaki to seek justice on his own. A fateful phone call sets off a chain of events that ultimately lands him in a difficult situation. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

Recommendation: Justice similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Justice(저스티스)

2019South Korea
DeathDifficult AdulthoodDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerAttempted MurderEmotionally Strong Male LeadInchoate CrimeLawRevenge

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Last One Standing (2008) similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Last One Standing (2008)(與敵同行)

2008Hong Kong
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerWrongfully Accused

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Cheung Sing Hei served time in prison after being convicted of killing his stepfather. Surprisingly, his cousin Tong Lap Yeen was the main witness in the case. After a decade behind bars, Sing Hei is released, only to find that Lap Yeen has become a prominent figure in the city, while his own reputation is tarnished. Feeling frustrated and suspicious about the events of ten years ago, Sing Hei is determined to uncover the truth behind his stepfather's murder. Through his own investigation, he identifies the true culprit, but struggles to find a motive or concrete evidence. This is a story of Sing Hei's quest to reveal the truth and clear his name.

Recommendation: Pursue similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Pursue()

2007China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseThrillerPolice Department Setting

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Police Officer Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

A murder investigation unfolded in Xincang City involving the death of Xiao Hai Yun, the owner of a real estate company. Xiao had recently teamed up with Zhou Guo Qin, a police captain, to uncover corruption within the development zone led by Xu Zhong Lu. Tragically, Zhou died while pursuing the killer. This led to suspicions falling on Jiang Dong Zhi, a taxi driver involved in the case, who decided to go on the run. As young officer Lu Yang searched for Jiang, he unraveled the complexities surrounding the case. Jiang, evading capture, used clues left by Zhou and his own methods to seek the truth.

Recommendation: Tobosha (2004) similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Tobosha (2004)(逃亡者)

2004Japan
CrimeDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerPsychological

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Tetsuo Nagai works as a probation officer, helping to reform young offenders and guide them towards a better path. He leads a content life with his wife and son until tragedy strikes. His wife is murdered and his son is severely injured in an attack, leaving Nagai to grapple with the assailant who ultimately escapes. Nagai rushes his son to his father-in-law's hospital, only for his son to be targeted again and left in a coma. As police detectives investigate, Nagai becomes a prime suspect due to mounting evidence against him. Feeling cornered, he decides to go on the run in a desperate attempt to clear his name and uncover the true culprit, all while his son fights for his life in the hospital.

Recommendation: Who Is the Murderer similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Who Is the Murderer(谁是凶手)

2021China
DeathDetective FictionInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseThrillerPsychologist Female LeadSerial Killer Supporting CharacterSerial KillingsWeb Series

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Police Officer Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

In the year 2000, a murder took place in an apartment located within a printing factory in Haizhou City. A young police officer named Leng Xiao Bing, along with his more experienced colleague, responded to the report of the crime. Unfortunately, they ended up encountering the notorious serial killer of Haizhou City. Leng Xiao Bing hesitated to use his weapon during the confrontation, leading to the death of his senior officer, Li Lan. Another individual present during the incident was a young orphan named Xia Mu, who was hiding in an attic nearby. To protect his career in the police force, Leng Xiao Bing kept his inability to shoot a secret, which Xia Mu also chose not to reveal. The murderer managed to escape and the case went cold. Seventeen years later, Xia Mu joined the major crime unit with the goal of solving the murder of his mentor and others. Upon questioning Leng Xiao Bing about his hesitation to shoot, the truth was finally revealed. Together, they decided to reopen the old case and investigate it from a new perspective. Their suspicions eventually led them to the father of a psychologist named Shen Yu. Shen Yu, determined to clear her father's name, launched her own investigation. When a new body from sixteen years ago was discovered, it became clear that the killer had never truly stopped. Only through collaboration could they finally apprehend the real culprit and bring justice to the victims.

Recommendation: Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 2 similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 2(コールドケース2 〜真実の扉〜)

2018Japan
DeathDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadFlashback To PastMultiple Mains

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Reboot of the American television show "Cold Case" from 2003.

Recommendation: Dalah: Death and the Flowers similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Dalah: Death and the Flowers(ดาหลา บุปผา ฆาตกรรม)

2025Thailand
CrimeDeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerFlorist Female LeadMiniseriesSinger Supporting CharacterViolence

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

As law enforcement hurries to apprehend suspects in a highly publicized murder investigation, the enigmatic death marks the onset of a cascade of sinister truths waiting to be revealed. The narrative centers on Dalah, a fashionable floral designer tasked with creating flower arrangements for the eagerly awaited wedding of Ohm, the frontrunner for Prime Minister, and his fiancée Risa. Their impending marriage has garnered widespread media attention as it is set to merge two of the nation’s most influential families. However, when the groom is discovered deceased on the day of the wedding, all attendees find themselves under suspicion in the murder inquiry. Caught in a tangled web of clandestine relationships and elite scandals, Dalah takes it upon herself to investigate, uncovering dark secrets and a conspiracy that connects to her own history.

Recommendation: Gui An similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Gui An(诡案)

2015China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseThrillerMiniseriesWriter Male Lead

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Police Officer Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Former police officer turned mystery author, Han Bing, discovered a disturbing pattern as his high school classmates began to die in the same manner as the characters in his novels. With suspicions mounting, Han Bing delved deeper into uncovering the dark secrets lurking behind the scenes.

Recommendation: Proof of Silence similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Proof of Silence(沉默的证明)

2021China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseThrillerRich Female LeadTV Presenter Female Lead

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Police Officer Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

In order to solve a perplexing case, rookie police officer Chen Mo launched a thorough investigation. Assisted by the honorable successor Wang Zi and the courageous and resolute presenter Su Wen, they were able to successfully apprehend the perpetrators.

Recommendation: Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationMiniseries

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Detective Seiichiro Watari from the Otaru Police Precinct in Hokkaido is retiring soon with unresolved business from seven years ago. The unidentified skeleton of a woman was discovered in the sea of Otaru, halting the investigation. Watari is determined to identify her before leaving the precinct. Three years after retirement, he stumbles upon a clue that could solve the case, despite his limited life expectancy. With the help of detective Kaoru Saotome, he begins reinvestigating, much to the dismay of his wife Suzuko. They travel to Tokyo to meet a jewelry designer who provided a clue, but she has mysteriously disappeared. Watari's obsession with the case stems from the tragic drowning of his daughter Kozue 20 years ago. As he delves deeper, he encounters architect Haruyuki Kiryu, whose connection to the case remains unclear. Kiryu is determined to succeed in his company, even as he becomes involved with Akane Seike, the president's daughter who bears a striking resemblance to his deceased girlfriend. Their entangled fates lead to a dangerous pursuit of ambition and truth.

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

2025Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationRevenge

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% 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: Black Ice similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Black Ice(黑冰)

2001China
CrimeDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

In Haizhou, there have been numerous severe cases where suspects have been apprehended by Liu Mei, who serves as the general manager of Haizhou Building under Haizhou Pharmaceutical Group. Wang Jing Wen, an expert in public security aesthetics, joined the group company as a representative for Hong Kong investors to assist in the investigation. Dr. Guo Xiao Peng, the successful and well-known president of the group, quickly met with Wang Jing Wen, sparking a reaction from his longtime lover Liu Mei who had harbored hostility towards him.

Recommendation: Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira(コールドケース ~真実の扉~)

2016Japan
DeathDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadEpisodic FormatMiniseriesPolice Department Setting

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Yuri Ishikawa and her colleagues work on solving long-standing unsolved cases in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. This project is inspired by the American television show "Cold Case" from 2003.

Recommendation: Voice: 110 Emergency Control Room similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Voice: 110 Emergency Control Room(ボイス 110 緊急指令室)

2019Japan
DeathDetective FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerActionCriminal Profiler Female LeadDetective Male LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadPolice Call Center Setting

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Detective Shogo Higuchi's wife was killed by a notorious murderer, while Hikari Tachibana, a voice profiler with exceptional auditory abilities, lost her father to a tragic incident. Victims in need of help contact #110, which is linked to the emergency control center. In order to swiftly rescue those in danger, an "emergency call response unit" is established. Hikari Tachibana utilizes her unique hearing skills at the control center to gather crucial location details from callers, which she then relays to Detective Shogo Higuchi and his team in the response unit. Together, they race against time to save the victims during the critical first hour of a crime.

Recommendation: Red Eyes: Kanshi Sousa-han similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Red Eyes: Kanshi Sousa-han(レッドアイズ 監視捜査班)

2021Japan
DeathDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerFormer Detective Male LeadHacker Supporting CharacterInvestigator Male LeadRevengeSerial Killings

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

The Investigation Support Analysis Centre of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police utilizes big data in criminal investigations, including footage from approximately five million surveillance cameras nationwide. Fushimi Kyosuke, a special investigator and former detective from the First Investigation Division, leads the team. He is driven by the murder of a loved one by a serial killer. The team also consists of a seasoned profiler, a single mother with a military background, and a young hacker prodigy. While they may appear to be an exceptional team, each member has a troubled past involving criminal activities.

Recommendation: Gap Dong similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Gap Dong(갑동이)

2014South Korea
DeathDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCriminal Male LeadDetective Male LeadHwaseong Serial MurdersInspired By A True StoryPsychopath Male Lead

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Moo Yeom works as a detective. Two decades prior, he was a Buddhist monk, but he found himself in a difficult situation involving a man named Gap Dong. In an effort to sever his connection with him and eliminate any negative karma that might stem from their association, Moo Yeom chose to become a detective. Once the statute of limitations had lapsed, Gap Dong resurfaced. Determined to apprehend him for good, Moo Yeom embarks on a mission inspired by the "Hwaseong serial murder case."

Recommendation: 100-manen no Onna-tachi similar to Trinity of Shadows
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100-manen no Onna-tachi(100万円の女たち)

2017Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySexual ContentSuspenseThrillerAdapted From A MangaAge GapHaremHousemates' RelationshipNudity

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Sexual Content, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Michima Shin, a 30-year-old solitary and unappreciated writer, resides in a large residence by himself. Shin's father, a convicted murderer facing the death penalty, committed the crime of killing three individuals, including Shin's mother. Unexpectedly, five enigmatic women arrived at Shin's doorstep claiming to have been invited to dwell with him in return for a monthly rent of 1 million yen. They established guidelines for Shin, such as refraining from asking questions and entering the women's quarters. Over time, Shin grew accustomed to the presence of these women, until one day, an unforeseen event occurred, altering everything.

Recommendation: Why Try to Change Me Now similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Why Try to Change Me Now(平原上的摩西)

2023China
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseThriller1990sNovel AdaptationChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipSlow Burn Story

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Police Officer Male Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Located in the gritty industrial region of northeastern China, this story follows a young police officer as he delves into the investigation of a taxi driver's murder. As he uncovers clues, he realizes that a childhood friend may have a connection to the crime. Unraveling the mystery layer by layer, he exposes a past that was buried 12 years ago. This storyline is based on the novel "Moses on the Plain" by Shuang Xue Tao.

Recommendation: The Mask similar to Trinity of Shadows
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The Mask(也平凡)

2021China
DeathDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadPolice Captain Female LeadSerial Killer Male LeadSerial Killings

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Police Officer Male Lead themes with a 41% similarity match.

In the city of Linghai, a series of murders have been occurring, prompting criminal police investigator Ji Fan, Captain Xiong Zhen Nan, and forensic doctor Zhao Qing Yan to form a special task force to conduct an investigation. As they delve deeper into the case, Ji Fan discovers that the killer may have a connection to an old case from 27 years ago, which implicates his own family members - his father Ji TingShan and older brother Ji Ping who reside with him.

Recommendation: The Winter Solstice similar to Trinity of Shadows
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The Winter Solstice(冬至)

2004China
CrimeDeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerBank SettingRobberySuicide

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

Winter solstice brought together Chen Yi Ping, a bank accountant, and Jiang Han, a criminal policeman, through a treasury theft case. Chen Yi Ping cooperated with the police in the investigation after they intervened. The focus then shifted to Xue Fei, who tragically took his own life when the case gained attention. Despite this, Chen Yi Ping, who had uncovered Xue Fei's secret, decided to resign and move on. However, upon receiving a mysterious floppy disk after submitting his resignation, Chen Yi Ping found himself entangled in a dangerous situation. Meanwhile, Jiang Han made progress in uncovering a potential conspiracy behind Xue Fei's death. As the truth unfolded, Chen Yi Ping found himself on an irreversible path. On the night of the winter solstice, he was left in shock, only able to jot down December 20, 2002, in his diary.

Recommendation: Infernal Affairs Season 2 similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Infernal Affairs Season 2(无间道2)

2017China
CrimeDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerAction

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: One Ordinary Day similar to Trinity of Shadows
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One Ordinary Day(어느 날)

2021South Korea
CrimeDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySexual ContentSuspenseThrillerBrief NudityDrug UsageLawLawyer Male LeadSmokingViolence

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Sexual Content, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

A gripping tale delving into the criminal justice system from a popular angle, the drama unfolds the intense narrative of two individuals entangled in a woman's murder

Recommendation: The Appearance of the Murderer similar to Trinity of Shadows
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The Appearance of the Murderer(凶手的样子)

2024China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Haunted by the mysterious death of a fellow student, Lin Chuan dedicates a decade to uncovering the truth. In parallel, Shen Xia and her sibling Shen Dong find themselves entangled in the criminal underbelly following a personal loss. Their fates collide, leading to a gripping narrative of justice versus crime, intertwined with themes of love, hatred, and vengeance. (Credit: TMDb)

Recommendation: Chase (2010) similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Chase (2010)(チェイス~国税査察官~)

2010Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

The tale revolves around Haruma Sosuke, an experienced tax inspector, and Murakumo Shuji, a proficient consultant specializing in tax evasion. Haruma believed that his simple life and the world of tax evasion were unrelated, until one day their paths crossed...

Recommendation: Siren similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Siren(サイレーン)

2015Japan
Detective FictionDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerAdapted From A MangaDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadPsychologicalRomanceSecret Romance

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou (2016) similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou (2016)(警視庁・捜査一課長)

2016Japan
DeathDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigative Division is known as the top-performing unit within the department. Headed by Oiwa Junichi, this division consists of approximately 400 skilled detectives. Junichi carries a significant burden as he is responsible for leading initial investigations into all violent crimes in the city, coordinating various task forces, and actively participating in investigations when needed. Despite facing challenges, Junichi manages to fulfill his duties and is seen as a realistic hero and exemplary leader by his team members.

Recommendation: Aishite tatte, Himitsu wa Aru similar to Trinity of Shadows
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Aishite tatte, Himitsu wa Aru(愛してたって、秘密はある。)

2017Japan
DeathDifficult AdulthoodDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDomestic ViolenceLawLawyer Male LeadRomanceTraumaViolence

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Legal intern Okumori Rei is about to tie the knot when he is confronted by an individual from his past, revealing a long-held secret. Eight years earlier, as a high school student, Rei was forced to take drastic measures to protect his mother Akiko from an abusive situation by staging his father Kosuke's disappearance. This act created a bond of secrecy between Rei and his mother, shaping his cautious and solitary lifestyle as he pursued a career in law. Everything changes when he meets Tachibana Saya at law school, bringing light into his shadowed existence and leading to a blossoming romance. However, as Rei's wedding to Saya approaches, he starts receiving threatening messages from someone privy to his dark past.

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Scandal Senmon Bengoshi QUEEN(スキャンダル専門弁護士QUEEN)

2019Japan
DeathDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyCriminal Justice SystemLawLaw Firm SettingNews IndustryWorkplace Violence

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

The protagonist, Himi Ko, is a skilled lawyer specializing in crisis management. Instead of working in the courtroom, she operates behind the scenes of major scandals. Known as a brilliant "spin doctor," she has successfully resolved 99.9% of her clients' problems and demands, even turning lies into truth when necessary. She is passionate about empowering women, particularly those facing crises, and is dedicated to solving complex cases. This drama showcases her unwavering determination to assist individuals in their most desperate moments.

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Yume de Mita Ano Ko no Tame ni(夢で見たあの子のために)

2023Japan
CrimeDeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterIdentical Twin Male LeadRevengeSerial KillingsStudent Male LeadTwo Roles

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Thirteen years ago, Nakajou Senri's parents were brutally murdered, and his older twin brother Kazuto was abducted by a man with a distinctive scar from burns. Ever since, Senri has been consumed by the desire for vengeance. He relentlessly pursues the man with the scar, aided by his childhood friend Enan and detective Wakazono, in his quest to uncover the truth behind the tragedy and seek retribution.

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MOZU Season 2: Maboroshi no Tsubasa(MOZU Season 2 ~幻の翼)

2014Japan
CrimeDeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerActionNovel AdaptationEspionageMiniseriesRevengeSkilled Killer

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Revenge can be a risky driving force. Mozu, a professional killer, comes back to Japan posing as a spy from North Korea in order to seek vengeance. Kuraki Naotake, Osugi Ryota, and Akeboshi Misa join forces once more to probe into a political plot aimed at concealing a massacre at a hospital. The connection between the lethal assassin and this case remains a mystery.

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A Model Family(모범가족)

2022South Korea
CrimeDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMysterySexual ContentSuspenseThrillerCoercionFinancial CrimeGraphic ViolenceInchoate CrimeNudityWhite-Collar Crime

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Crime, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Sexual Content, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

The narrative explores the journey of a regular family facing financial ruin and internal conflicts as they become entangled with a ruthless drug syndicate. Through risky endeavors and narrow escapes, the family members unite to form a strong bond and defy the drug ring jeopardizing their well-being.

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Fairy Valley Incident(神仙谷事件)

2012Taiwan
CrimeDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

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At the renowned Fairy Valley in Taiwan, a hot spring villa hosted a soft opening for a select group of celebrities, politicians, and Hakka scholars. The tranquility of the event is shattered when a lifeless body is found the following day. Feng, a new staff member at the villa, becomes suspicious of the guests' peculiar behavior, sensing hidden connections and secrets among them. With the help of his sister and a college acquaintance, Feng embarks on a quest to unveil the truth behind the mysterious deaths that continue to occur. (CATCHPLAY+)

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Unfair(アンフェア)

2006Japan
DeathDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerActionNovel AdaptationBuddy CopDetective Female LeadPolice Department SettingSerial Killings

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Yukihira Natsumi, a sharp-witted detective in Tokyo's homicide division, is renowned for her ability to solve cases efficiently. Despite her reputation for being a lone wolf and bending the rules, she is dedicated to bringing criminals to justice. However, she carries the burden of a past hostage situation where she was forced to use lethal force, leading to strained relationships with colleagues and the community. Balancing her challenging career, recent divorce, and raising her young daughter, Natsumi must also track down a serial killer who is leaving cryptic clues for the police to decipher before the next murder occurs. This gripping tale is adapted from Hata Takehiko's 2004 novel Suiri Shosetsu.

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Ask The Conscience(读心探案)

2019China
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCity SettingDetective Supporting CharacterPolice Department SettingPsychologist Female Lead

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

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.

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The Burning River(迷雾追踪)

2020China
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerBased On A True StoryDetective Male LeadPolice Captain Female LeadPolice Department Setting

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

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.

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Misleading Track(叠影危情)

2005Hong Kong
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerLawLawyer Male LeadRomanceWrongfully Accused

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Yan Ting was wrongly accused of killing her husband Yuen Man San in Taiwan, leading to her imprisonment for five years. With her family in Hong Kong turning their backs on her, Yan Ting's son was taken care of by her close friend Wun Suk Lan. Due to her good behavior in prison, she was released early and returned to Hong Kong. There, she meets a compassionate lawyer named Lo Lei Ho and starts working at his law firm. Along with searching for her son, Yan Ting is also trying to mend her broken relationship with her family. Meanwhile, she believes she sees Man San in the bustling streets of Hong Kong, leading her to question his death. Man San, now married to Chiang Nga Yi, is attempting to gain approval from her father. Unexpectedly, Suk Lan returns to Hong Kong from America claiming to be Man San's wife as well. As more surprising events unfold, the true identity of Man San is revealed to the other characters, leading to a series of deaths in order to protect his secret.

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Keishichou Kanshiki Han 2004: Investigation(警視庁鑑識班2004 INVESTIGATION)

2004Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceMiniseries

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

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Mirror Twins(ミラー・ツインズ)

2019Japan
Detective FictionDifficult AdulthoodInvestigationMysterySexual ContentSuspenseThrillerDetective Male LeadIdentical Twin Male LeadMiniseriesRevenge

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Difficult Adulthood, Investigation, Mystery, Sexual Content, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

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

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Shinhannin(真犯人)

2018Japan
DeathDetective FictionInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThriller1980sNovel AdaptationDetective Male LeadMiniseries

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

In 2008, there was a tragic incident involving the death of Sudo Isao, a dealer of pre-owned cars, in Shizuoka Prefecture. Detective Kusaka Satoru, working at Susuno Precinct of the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, begins investigating Sudo's background. Through his investigation, Kusaka discovers that Sudo had a son named Obata Mamoru from a previous marriage, who was tragically killed in a kidnapping case in Shizuoka back in 1974. In 1988, a special task force was established by the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, led by police chief Hashibami Yasuhide, just before the statute of limitations on the kidnapping case expired. Shigeto Seiichiro, a non-career officer who had risen to the position of superintendent, was appointed as the director of this task force, which consisted of six skilled detectives, to re-investigate the case. Kusaka is puzzled as to why Sudo, who had been living in Tokyo for over two decades following his son's death, was murdered in Shizuoka Prefecture. He believes that revisiting the kidnapping and murder of Sudo's son will bring clarity to the current case. Kusaka seeks help from Shigeto, who had left the police force long ago, and together they reach out to Mamoru's mother, Saeko, and her sister, Rie, as they get closer to uncovering the true culprit.

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Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo(夜がどれほど暗くても)

2020Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationJournalist Male LeadMiniseriesSuicide

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

Michinari Shiga is employed as an assistant editor at the weekly publication Shukan Jiryu, which has experienced an increase in sales thanks to its coverage of various scandals. He leads a life dedicated to journalism ethics, until his own son, who is in university, commits a double murder before taking his own life. Now, instead of uncovering scandals, Shiga is thrust into the midst of one. Facing pressure from his colleagues, he is demoted to a monthly magazine and his marriage begins to deteriorate rapidly. Despite his challenging circumstances, Shiga is resolute in his mission to uncover the truth surrounding his son's actions.

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Unforgiven (2016)(灭罪师)

2016China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerSerial KillingsSet In A Foreign Country

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Through The Mystery(穿越谜团)

2016China
DeathDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMedicalRomance

Like Trinity of Shadows, this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Wei Rong found a mysterious man using a deceased person's phone. Initially, she suspected him of being involved in the death of her close friend, Zong Si Ning, and causing trouble for her aunt, Zong Feng. However, she later discovered that the man, Ma Dong, was actually investigating Si Ning's death, which he believed was linked to his mother's suicide at her aunt's hospital a year prior. Working together, they retraced Si Ning's final steps before his tragic demise. What they uncovered was a shocking secret that could have torn their families apart if Si Ning had survived to reveal it.

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Target Person(目标人物)

2020China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyWeb Series

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A mysterious escape room game brings together a group of individuals who soon discover a hidden conspiracy among them

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Crime Hunt(法网缉凶)

2025China
CrimeInvestigationMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseThrillerCold CaseWeb Series

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Detective Sun's investigation into a series of homicides connected to the shooting of his father reveals hidden secrets held by his partner Chu and a scheme orchestrated by Chief Gao to expose long-concealed truths. (TMDb)