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Twelve Letters(十二封信)

2025China
1990sDisappearanceFantasyFriendshipInvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb Series

The story unfolds as a poignant and enigmatic adventure involving Tang Yi Xun and his beloved, Ye Hai Tang. When Hai Tang inexplicably disappears, Yi Xun finds a letter in the mailbox addressed to him. In his response, he comes to understand that their separation is not just a matter of distance but also transcends time. Through a series of twelve letters exchanged over thirty-five years, their bond persists as they pursue truth and hope, intertwining themes of love, yearning, and the trials posed by destiny.

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Recommendation: The Beautiful Lady Detective Agency similar to Twelve Letters
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The Beautiful Lady Detective Agency(美娇娘探案社)

2025China
FantasyInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 58% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Leopard Cat Scholar Season 2 similar to Twelve Letters
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The Leopard Cat Scholar Season 2(狸猫书生 第二季‎)

2025China
FantasyFriendshipInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesBromanceShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Friendship, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 54% similarity match.

A millennium-old feline demon joins forces with a PhD student to unravel the mystery of a historical family slaughter, journeying through time and confronting concealed threats throughout their adventure.

Recommendation: Lost in Baimu similar to Twelve Letters
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Lost in Baimu(百慕迷踪)

2023China
FantasyInvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesActionDramaSci-Fi

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Route similar to Twelve Letters
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Route(弓元特攻队)

2023China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesComedy

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 50% similarity match.

Gong Li, a well-known figure, has led a charmed life until a series of unfortunate events make him question his luck. These events lead him to get entangled in a murder case with Zhou Yin Yuan, an astrology enthusiast with a background in psychology. Despite being an unlikely suspect, circumstances push them together as scapegoats. Wrongly accused, they must collaborate to clear their names but find themselves drawn into a bizarre mystery. In their quest for justice, they decide to seek professional help from the police. Will this unconventional pair find the truth they seek?

Recommendation: Mi Zhang similar to Twelve Letters
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Mi Zhang(弥彰)

2025China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 50% similarity match.

In her quest to reveal the circumstances surrounding her grandfather's demise, Wu Xiao Meng discreetly enters the competing Shenghua Group. There, she finds herself caught in a perilous web of deception alongside her first love, Sheng Yun Xiao. As buried memories begin to emerge, the pair collaborate to unearth a conspiracy that has remained hidden for fifteen years, seeking to deliver the justice that has been long overdue.

Recommendation: Me and My Delicate Husband similar to Twelve Letters
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Me and My Delicate Husband(病娇王爷仵作妻)

2023China
FantasyInvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb SeriesAmnesiaFictional WorldForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadHistoricalShort Length SeriesTransmigration

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 47% similarity match.

After traveling back in time, forensic doctor Kong Qi Qi found herself as a foster daughter of the Xiangfu family in the capital. Due to the time travel, Kong Qi Qi experienced memory loss from her past. However, she discovered that working on cases helped her regain some of her lost memories. Kong Qi Qi decided to embark on an investigative journey, where she encountered the frail Ninth Prince, Mu Zhi Xi, who bore a striking resemblance to her ex-boyfriend and was attracted to her unique approach. As they grew closer, Kong Qi Qi learned that Mu Zhi Xi had been poisoned and suffered from lasting effects due to a past struggle for the throne. With Kong Qi Qi's assistance, Mu Zhi Xi began to unravel the mysteries surrounding the throne's power struggle.

Recommendation: The Limbo similar to Twelve Letters
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The Limbo(二十一天)

2024China
FriendshipInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesBuilding SettingSurvival

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Friendship, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 46% similarity match.

As the upcoming New Year draws near, an unexpected landslide has resulted in the entrapment of 13 individuals inside Luobai Department Store, an aging retail complex located in Haizhou City

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Demon Couple(恶魔夫妻)

2025China
FantasyRomanceSuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb SeriesFilmed VerticallyShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 46% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Secret of Booth No. 9 similar to Twelve Letters
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The Secret of Booth No. 9(9号电话亭的秘蜜)

2025China
FantasyInvestigationMysteryRomanceTime TravelWeb SeriesShort Length SeriesYouth

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 46% similarity match.

After receiving a puzzling phone call from a former classmate who has passed away, Fang Xiao Xun is transported back in time to relive the events of the past. Determined to change his unfortunate destiny, she uncovers hidden truths and embarks on a transformative journey filled with healing, self-discovery, and surprising relationships. (TMDb)

Recommendation: The Future Lover similar to Twelve Letters
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The Future Lover(我来自未来)

2025China
FantasyRomanceSuspenseThrillerTime TravelWeb SeriesParallel UniverseShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel, and Web Series themes with a 46% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Psychopath Yeo Sun Jeong (2025) similar to Twelve Letters
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Psychopath Yeo Sun Jeong (2025)(사이코패스 여순정)

2025South Korea
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesFilmed VerticallyShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 46% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Perfect Husband in the Mirror similar to Twelve Letters
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The Perfect Husband in the Mirror(镜中的完美丈夫)

2023China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesAge GapShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 46% similarity match.

Luo Wei Qi and Meng Ying Chao, her husband, have been married for seven years but are currently experiencing a challenging phase in their relationship

Recommendation: Fen Jie Xian similar to Twelve Letters
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Fen Jie Xian(分界线)

2022China
FriendshipInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Friendship, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 45% similarity match.

The tale of a boatman and a corrupt police officer evolving from strangers to close friends. (Dramawiki)

Recommendation: The Truth Season 2 (2023) similar to Twelve Letters
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The Truth Season 2 (2023)(凶案深处)

2023China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 45% similarity match.

A decade-old case had a significant impact on the lives of multiple individuals. After ten years, these people were unexpectedly brought together by fate and joined forces to unravel the mystery. The incident involved a woman falling to her death from a building. Xiao Yi, who was on duty at the time, soon realized there was a hidden secret behind the case, possibly connected to Captain Lu Guo Xun. As Xiao Yi and the team tackled various new cases, they transitioned from being strangers to becoming a cohesive unit. Along the way, Xiao Yi caught the eye of Bai Zhe, the victim's son from the unsolved case previously investigated by Lu Guo Xun. Xiao Yi discovered Bai Zhe was conducting his own investigation, using extreme methods that Xiao Yi tried to discourage. Despite this, Bai Zhe remained resolute in seeking his version of justice. Eventually, Xiao Yi unraveled the decade-old case, bringing all involved parties to account. However, their victory was short-lived as they uncovered another unexpected individual pulling the strings from behind the scenes.

Recommendation: Endless Protection similar to Twelve Letters
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Endless Protection(无尽的尽头)

2025China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 45% similarity match.

Centered on safeguarding the rights of minors, this series follows the establishment of a special juvenile prosecution unit. Prosecutor Lin Zhi Tao and his assistant prosecutor Bai En Yu work together to combat the darkness within society for the well-being of children. Beginning with intrigue and concluding with redemption, the story unravels mysteries and brings peace, allowing nature to take its course. (WeTV)

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Persona(重影)

2025China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 45% similarity match.

One year after Qin Hong escaped from a homicide investigation, her body is discovered to be absent from the ocean. Despite having strong evidence and a confession, the case seems to be resolved, yet Detective Liu Wang is troubled by the absence of the body and questions whether Qin Hong is really deceased, sensing that there may be additional layers to the narrative.

Recommendation: In the Realm of Fancy similar to Twelve Letters
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In the Realm of Fancy(繾綣仙凡間)

2003Hong Kong
FantasyInvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerTime TravelAdventureDramaHistoricalImmortalSupernatural

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Time Travel themes with a 44% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Crossing Hero similar to Twelve Letters
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The Crossing Hero(超级大英雄)

2015Taiwan
FantasyInvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerTime TravelActionDramaMartial ArtsSci-FiSupernatural

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Time Travel themes with a 44% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Shadow of Justice (2018) similar to Twelve Letters
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Shadow of Justice (2018)(蚀日风暴 蝕日風暴)

2018Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesActionPolice Department SettingSmart Male Lead

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 43% similarity match.

The special episode titled "Decline of an Era" narrates the tale of Ling Feng and Fan Yi, close friends who took a stand against scorpion smuggling. Due to their involvement with criminal elements and a sinister plot, they found themselves heading towards different destinies. Ling Feng, a police officer committed to justice, faced numerous unjust predicaments orchestrated by dark forces. Through persistent investigation, he discovered that the trail ultimately led back to his once trusted comrade, Fan Yi. Produced in collaboration with China.

Recommendation: The Supernatural Agent similar to Twelve Letters
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The Supernatural Agent(특수공인중개사 오덕훈)

2022South Korea
FantasyInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesMiniseriesReal Estate Agent Male LeadSupernatural

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 43% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Ming Fei Ke Zhan similar to Twelve Letters
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Ming Fei Ke Zhan(明飞客栈)

2022China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

Recommendation: No One Survival similar to Twelve Letters
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No One Survival(求生极乐号)

2024China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

Recommendation: Day and Night Season 2 similar to Twelve Letters
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Day and Night Season 2(白夜破晓)

2024China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesCrime

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around twin siblings, Guan Hong Feng and Guan Hong Yu, who find themselves entangled in a tragic family murder. They join forces with various parties to uncover the truth behind the 213 family massacre and triumph over the criminal organization lurking in the shadows.

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The Abyss(灭罪)

2025China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesCrime

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

After experiencing the killing of his father and the vanishing of his mother, Ning Zhen finds himself entangled in a dangerous puzzle once again when the mysterious symbol "Abyss" reemerges. With the past intersecting with the present, two different eras must reveal the reality to prevent a tragic recurrence.

Recommendation: Brilliant God similar to Twelve Letters
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Brilliant God(心软的使者)

2024China
FantasyRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

Xia Feng, a young man without parents, tragically passed away on the day he planned to propose to his girlfriend, Mu Qing. Mu Qing, who works as a doctor, tried her best to save him but was overcome with grief when she failed. Seeing Mu Qing's sorrow, Xia Feng couldn't bear to leave her behind. A mysterious figure appeared before him, offering him the opportunity to become the next messenger. Xia Feng agreed and was bestowed with the messenger's three sacred items: the Red Blood Umbrella, the Ring of the Divine Eye, and the Messenger's Manual. The Messenger's Manual contains detailed instructions for his new role as a messenger, which involves assisting departed souls in fulfilling their last wishes in order to find his own path to redemption.

Recommendation: Detective Qin Season 2 similar to Twelve Letters
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Detective Qin Season 2(真探秦先生第二季之魅相)

2024China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

During the initial period of the Republic of China, the skilled individual Qin Yang teamed up with the wealthy heiress Shen Rou who returned from overseas, as well as the peculiar Yuan Jing Jing. Their paths crossed with the detective He Hong Feng, leading to a series of puzzling cases being solved in the city. Together, they exposed the malicious plot of the Night Deity Society, safeguarding the tranquility of their community. (WeTV)

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Into Thin Air(人間蒸發 / 人间蒸发)

2005Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Greed Mask similar to Twelve Letters
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Greed Mask(謎情家族)

2006Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Over Run Over similar to Twelve Letters
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Over Run Over(EU超時任務)

2016Hong Kong
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerTime TravelSci-Fi

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Time Travel themes with a 42% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: In the Storm similar to Twelve Letters
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In the Storm(黑金風暴)

2022Hong Kong
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesAction

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

In Hong Kong, Senior Inspector Wai Jing Sheng and ICAC Senior Investigation Director Ho Wai Lin join forces to uncover corruption among prominent members of society. Despite not being close allies, they must work together using their intellect to uncover the truth before time runs out. As the situation escalates, Jing Sheng finds himself falsely accused of a crime and must evade killers who are pursuing him.

Recommendation: Kiri ni Sumu Akuma similar to Twelve Letters
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Kiri ni Sumu Akuma(霧に棲む悪魔)

2011Japan
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerNovel Adaptation

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Tatsumura Kei, the recipient of a significant inheritance, receives a letter revealing shocking news about his fiancée, who was soon to be married. The letter describes the fiancée as a malicious individual. Surprisingly, the sender of the letter is a mysterious woman clad in white robes, bearing a striking resemblance to Kei. (Fuji TV)

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Double Track Puzzle(黑白局)

2025China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesCrime

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 42% similarity match.

Zhan Peng's father served as a railway policeman and was posthumously recognized as a martyr for his selfless service many years prior. Inspired by this legacy, Zhan Peng always dreamed of following his father’s path and working at the same station where his father had served. However, upon his arrival in Xiaotong to start his duties, he quickly realized that the circumstances were much more intricate than he had anticipated. Initially, he felt distrustful towards Tu Hong Jiang, a seasoned police officer he met. Zhan Peng became cautious of Tu Hong Jiang's questionable behavior during the investigation of a drug trafficking case. Yet, as time went on, Tu Hong Jiang demonstrated his integrity through his actions. As they collaborated on various cases, Zhan Peng began to respect Tu Hong Jiang, and eventually, they united their efforts to capture the mastermind behind the criminal activities.

Recommendation: Future Mr. Right similar to Twelve Letters
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Future Mr. Right(來自未來的史密特)

2016Taiwan
FantasyInvestigationMysteryRomanceTime TravelDrama

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Romance, and Time Travel themes with a 42% similarity match.

In 2045, a programmer was charged with the murder of a young man. As he tried to prove his innocence, he found out that the culprit not only looked like him and shared his name, but had committed the crime three decades earlier. He journeyed back in time to prevent his double from committing the crime, and a woman in a photograph from 2015 may hold the key to locating the man.

Recommendation: Lu Xiang Dai similar to Twelve Letters
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Lu Xiang Dai(录像带)

2006China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

The plot revolves around the rivalry between a female offender and a policewoman. The narrative adheres to the prevailing theme of mystery and suspense dramas, with the discovery of a recording or video tape serving as a crucial clue to uncover the origins of the female criminal's misdeeds. Additionally, a romantic subplot between Lian Hai and Ning Jie intensifies the suspense of the storyline.

Recommendation: Ferryman similar to Twelve Letters
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Ferryman(灵魂摆渡)

2014China
FantasyFriendshipInvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerAdventureGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorSexual ContentSupernatural

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Friendship, Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

Xia Dong Qing, a seemingly invisible individual, possesses a unique ability to perceive the existence of otherworldly beings. Raised in an orphanage, he recently completed his university studies and is now focused on preparing for a postgraduate entrance exam and seeking employment. In the midst of his endeavors, Dong Qing lands a job at 444 Convenience Store. Rumored to be haunted after midnight, the store actually serves as a portal connecting two distinct dimensions in space. (iQiyi)

Recommendation: Mysterious Summer similar to Twelve Letters
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Mysterious Summer(不可思议的夏天)

2014China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesAnthologyDramaHorrorMelodrama

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 40% similarity match.

The depths of strangers' hearts hold mysteries that remain unknown to others. If one could glimpse their perspective, what revelations would unfold? Within the residents of Beijing, there exist worlds of ambition, deceit, yearning, distrust, terror, affection, and animosity. Each of the fifteen individuals inhabiting the city carries what appears to be a distinct tale, yet their lives may be intertwined in ways yet to be discovered.

Recommendation: The Evidence Tells similar to Twelve Letters
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The Evidence Tells(消失的痕迹)

2023China
FriendshipInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadPolice Officer Female LeadPolice Officer Male LeadSismance

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Friendship, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 40% similarity match.

Bai Lu, a police officer who is still reeling from the disappointment of a failed undercover mission, crosses paths with the eccentric and skilled forensic doctor Gu Yu while working on a case. Despite their contrasting personalities, the two women form a strong connection and unite in their pursuit of uncovering the truth. Together with An Huai Yu, they guide a group of young officers in exposing wrongdoing and upholding the honor and honesty of their careers. (Baidu)

Recommendation: How to Kill a Mystery Novel Writer similar to Twelve Letters
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How to Kill a Mystery Novel Writer(悬疑作者求生指南)

2023China
FantasyInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesWeb Novel AdaptationShort Length SeriesStorytellingWriter Male Lead

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 40% similarity match.

Chen Chao is an author who specializes in writing stories that blend horror and suspense genres. Despite his numerous attempts, none of the publishing houses have deemed his works suitable for publication. Things take a dark turn when a man is accused of being a murderer by one of his neighbors. During police interrogation, the man insists that the crime was committed by a character from his book who inexplicably came to life. To make matters worse, he claims to be the character's next victim. As the man recounts the events leading up to the incident, the police must discern the truth from the twisted imagination of the writer. This story is based on the web novel "Xuan Yi Zuo Zhe Qiu Sheng Zhi Nan" by Guo Yi Man.

Recommendation: Cycle of Terror similar to Twelve Letters
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Cycle of Terror(逆时的我们)

2025China
FantasyInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesWeb Novel AdaptationAge GapTime LoopYouth

Like Twelve Letters, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, Thriller, and Web Series themes with a 40% similarity match.

Two university seniors, Tang Xiao Qi and Luo Yi, find themselves stuck in an endless time loop along with three companions following a malfunctioning elevator journey. Throughout the repeated cycle, they are tasked with solving the enigma surrounding a questionable accident and revealing a sinister plot connected to misinformation. (TMDb)

Recommendation: Xue Se Can Yang similar to Twelve Letters
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Xue Se Can Yang(血色残阳)

2005China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerFake IdentityRevenge

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When Mr. Tao was scheduled to come back home following six years of conducting business in Shanghai, the sole individual present was Yi Ping, a woman who identified herself as his fifth concubine. She was on the verge of revealing the secrets related to the historic well situated in the Tao family's estate's backyard.

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Love's Lies(真爱的谎言)

2018China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDramaDrug Trafficking

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A narrative about an undercover agent infiltrating a dangerous drug organization in order to dismantle it. The life of Dou Dou, a regular office worker, is disrupted when she receives a package containing illegal drugs from her ex-fiancé Jin Yuan, who disappeared on their wedding day seven years ago. Instead of going to the authorities, Dou Dou decides to confront Jin Yuan herself. Detective Qiao Liang has been monitoring Jin Yuan due to suspicions of his involvement in various criminal activities, including drug distribution and money laundering. Dou Dou, still attached to her ex, tries to help him start a new life without realizing that he is actually an undercover police officer.

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Cloud Prison(云端)

2020China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesMiniseriesShort Length Series

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Zhang Yan is a young aspiring writer who yearns to achieve fame as a novelist. Despite facing rejection from both major publishing companies and small online platforms, he remains dedicated to his literary pursuits. The only source of comfort in his difficult journey is his loyal girlfriend Yinxia. Zhang Yan constantly fears the day when Yinxia may decide to leave him. One day, he stumbles upon a gripping autobiographical suspense novel on a website, which he cannot find anywhere else online. Unable to resist the temptation, Zhang Yan claims the novel as his own and it unexpectedly becomes a success. However, his girlfriend Yinxia decides to end their relationship as she cannot support the success of a stolen work. With a taste of fame and fortune, Zhang Yan becomes consumed by ambition and no longer desires his previous life of poverty.

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The Return of the Snake Girl(蛇女归来)

2021China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesHorrorShort Length Series

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A creature resembling a serpent emerged and swiftly ensnared the elderly fisherman with its tongue before dragging him away. Shortly after, an 18-year-old named Xin Rui emerged, her body covered in slime and occasional scales visible on her face. High school student Fu Junhao noticed Xin Rui and brought her back to his home. Subsequently, individuals began disappearing on the island one by one. While searching for their missing friends, Xin Rui and Fu Junhao stumbled upon a hidden underground facility on the island. Inside the underground base, they encountered the snake-like creatures. Questions arose about Xin Rui's true identity and her connection to the monsters. As the truth unraveled, Fu Junhao, unknowingly, found himself caught in a catastrophic event.

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Goodbye Mr. Lu(再见陆先生)

2021China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesFilmed VerticallyShort Length Series

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Criminal Profiler(画罪师)

2021China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesDeathHistorical

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After his Master passed away, the painter Cheng Ren was overcome with sorrow. He found a painting left behind by his Master and set out on a quest to uncover the hidden truth. Despite facing many challenges, Cheng Ren was determined to seek justice for the living and the deceased. Though initially appearing unrelated, the six cases he investigated were ultimately intertwined. Baidu

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Abnormalities Season 3(不思异:辞典3)

2022China
FantasyInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerHorrorShort Length Series

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The show maintains the fantasy and horror elements seen in the previous seasons, exploring 12 unique tales including talking speakers, floor-growing wigs, hidden black and white photos, a mysterious washing machine, and a phone call from a parallel world. Each episode features a different cursed story.

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Man in the Mist(雾中系铃人)

2023China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesCrimeInvestigator Male Lead

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The notorious criminal known as "Flying Eagle" made a sudden appearance in Linjiang City, employing clever tactics to evade capture by law enforcement agencies. Tasked with investigating the case was Lu Jiang, a young expert in criminal investigations. The Pan and Xu families, longstanding rivals in Linjiang, were involved in the conflict. Pan Yue Yang, Lu Jiang's uncle, had always hoped for Lu Jiang to marry his adopted daughter, Su Pan. As business and criminal activities intertwined, Lu Jiang found himself caught in the middle and forced to make a decision.

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The Appearance of the Murderer(凶手的样子)

2024China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesDeathMurder

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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)

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Kowloon Pawnshop(九龙当铺)

2024China
FantasyRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesFilmed VerticallyShort Length Series

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Qi Liang Ren Sheng(柒两人生)

2024China
InvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb SeriesSearching For A ChildShort Length Series

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The cable car experienced a sudden loss of control as it approached its destination, causing it to slide down from a high altitude before coming to an abrupt stop while hanging in mid-air. The six passengers inside the car were thrown into a state of panic, unaware that the incident was orchestrated by the cable car driver, Hui Hui Zhou. Unbeknownst to them, Hui Hui Zhou's daughter had gone missing under mysterious circumstances. As the women held onto the clues found in her daughter's diary and continued their search without faltering, the passengers soon realized that each of them had some connection to the missing girl and were mentioned in her diary. Now, they must work together to piece together the full story of the girl's disappearance, all while questioning who among them is telling the truth and who is lying.