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Vivant(VIVANT)

2023Japan
ActionAdventureBusinessman-Businesswoman Supporting CharacterDetective Male LeadDoctor Female LeadForeigner Supporting CharacterMongolian SettingMute Supporting CharacterMysteryOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterSet In A Foreign CountryTerrorist Supporting CharacterThriller

Nogi Yusuke, the head of Energy Development Division 2 at Marubishi Corporation, traveled to the Balka Republic in an attempt to retrieve $90 million that was mistakenly sent to GFL, a company involved in an infrastructure project he was overseeing. Unfortunately, the money had already been dispersed to more than 10 subcontractors. Yusuke then decided to visit Aman Construction, but was deceived by the taxi driver. Stranded in the desert, Yusuke must now find a solution to his predicament.

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Three Unusual Detectives(长安三怪探)

2014China
ActionAdventureDetective Male LeadMysteryDetective FictionDramaInvestigation

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, Detective Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Narrate the tale of the Tang dynasty intertwined with a mysterious string of serial killings. Secret agents intervene to shift the locations of the murders and combat malevolent forces. Inspired by the online novel "Chang An San Guai Tan" ( ).

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Enigmatic Villain(刑侦档案·谜凶)

2022China
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerInvestigationShort Length SeriesSuspenseWeb Series

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

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Flying Tiger Season 2(飛虎之雷霆極戰)

2019Hong Kong
ActionAdventureMysteryThrillerDramaInvestigationMultiple MainsSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

A mysterious group is responsible for a string of crimes in Hong Kong, China, posing a threat to the safety of the city and its residents. In response, a specialized team called A Team is assembled by Lo Ga Sing, who leads the Flying Tiger unit, and consists of top officers from the police force. The team includes Wong Gwok Dong as the head of operations, Jyung Men Long as the head of investigation, Ding Hou Jin and Mou Yat Man as intelligence officers, and Jiu Ga Nan as the head of forensics. Their mission is to completely dismantle the criminal conspiracy and ensure the city's security. This storyline does not share any character connections with the previous installment.

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Shin Kuko Senkyo(新空港占拠)

2024Japan
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDramaInvestigationMiniseriesSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

A recent incident involving a significant takeover has taken place in an undisclosed location within Kanagawa Prefecture

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The Chaser(추적자)

2012South Korea
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerConspiracyCorruptionDetective FictionDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationReporter Supporting CharacterSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Detective Baek Hong Seok lost his 15-year-old daughter in a tragic car accident, and shortly after, his wife succumbed to grief. Driven by a desire for answers regarding his daughter's untimely death, Detective Baek uncovers links to a larger conspiracy. Seo Ji Won, the daughter of a wealthy corporation owner, assists him in his quest for the truth. As she investigates the case, she discovers that her brother-in-law, a leading candidate for the presidency, is implicated in corruption. This revelation places Reporter Seo Ji Won in a dilemma between her familial loyalty and her commitment to uncovering the truth.

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Hoso Kyoku Senkyo(放送局占拠)

2025Japan
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDetective FictionDetective Supporting CharacterDoctor Supporting CharacterDramaInvestigationNews Station SettingSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

A year has gone by, and Musashi Saburo has become an investigator at BCCT. Alongside his teammates, he is looking into a masked armed group that has taken 500 hostages while seizing control of a broadcasting station.

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Undercover 2(卧底2)

2017China
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

This follow-up installment details the disruption of the golden triangle pattern, the dramatic reversal orchestrated by powerful drug lords, and the intense struggle of undercover agents Jian Dong Ha and Lu Zhi as they face the threat of their true identities being revealed

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Love on the Beach(情断上海滩)

2005China
ActionAdventureMysteryDramaInvestigation

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Code: M Code Name Mirage(CODE:M コードネームミラージュ)

2017Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Japan lacks an official intelligence agency, making it a target for criminal organizations both foreign and domestic. To address this issue, a secretive unit known as K13 was formed within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Operating under the leadership of a skilled agent named Mirage, K13 is tasked with tackling violent crimes and handling sensitive cases that cannot be resolved through conventional means. As discussions arise about establishing a FBI-like agency in Japan to enhance law enforcement capabilities, K13 becomes entangled in a complex conspiracy that threatens to expose its clandestine operations.

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Mondai Bukken(問題物件)

2025Japan
Detective Male LeadMysteryOffice Worker Supporting CharacterNovel AdaptationInvestigation

Like Vivant, this drama also features Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 19% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Inugashira Kotaro, an enigmatic individual known for his exceptional memory and deductive abilities, who unravels a series of peculiar occurrences at various real estate sites, including suicides, poltergeist activity, disappearances, and dilapidated properties.

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Detectives(형사)

2003South Korea
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryDetective FictionInvestigation

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

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Crime Squad(강력반)

2011South Korea
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryInvestigationPolice Department Setting

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

Drawing inspiration from actual events, this Korean drama centers around a team of detectives in the Homicide Division of the Seoul Gangnam Police. Leading this group is the fiery detective Park Se Hyuk, paired with the stern and authoritative police chief, Jung Il Do. Se Hyuk's impulsive, act-before-you-think approach, shaped by his street experience, and his annoying tendency to threaten to resign often puts him at odds with Il Do’s rigid, rule-following demeanor. Additionally, the two share a shared history marked by tragedy, as Il Do was the investigator on the case concerning the death of Se Hyuk’s daughter. Together with the determined reporter Jo Min Joo and the remaining members of the homicide team, they must learn to set aside their differences in order to effectively tackle the crimes they face.

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Di Ren Jie Zhi Bu Si Xiu Luo(狄仁杰之不死修罗)

2022China
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDetective Di RenjieDetective FictionHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureInvestigationMartial ArtsSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

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Dawn Amidst Hidden Clouds(探晴安)

2024China
ActionAdventureMysteryThrillerCharacter DevelopmentCorruptionEnemies To LoversHistoricalInvestigationRomanceSuspenseWeb Series

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Lan Che, known for her sharp instincts on the streets, finds herself caught up in a criminal investigation that leads her to cross paths with Lou Ming Ye, the Chief Justice of the Dali Temple

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Candle in the Tomb(鬼吹灯之精绝古城)

2016China
ActionAdventureMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationDramaFantasyHistoricalInvestigationSupernaturalSuspenseTomb Raiding

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

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

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Memory Lost Season 3(美人为馅3)

2016China
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationAge GapAmnesiaDetective FictionFriendshipInvestigationRomanceSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

The second season concludes with the alphabet syndicate members unveiling themselves individually. However, there remains a mysterious figure whose whereabouts and identity are still unknown. Despite numerous deaths linked to the other members, there is no evidence of his involvement in any crimes. Han Chen and Su Mian are both aware of his presence, hinting at his elusive nature.

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The Lost Temple(失踪的上清寺)

2010China
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspenseTreasure Hunting

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

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National Heroes(国门英雄)

2011China
Detective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDetective FictionInvestigationSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Centers on the inquiry into the "506 Extraordinary Magnesium Smuggling Case"

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Infernal Affairs Season 3(無間道3)

2017China
ActionMysteryThrillerCrimeInvestigationSuspense

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No Way for Stumer(伪钞者之末路)

2019China
ActionMysteryThrillerCrimeInvestigationSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Diverging from the typical law enforcement storyline, a Chinese television series showcases a group of investigators who are willing to make significant sacrifices in order to combat the circulation of fake currency. When a new type of undetectable counterfeit bills emerges, police captain Qi Tian takes charge of the investigation with the help of his colleagues Xiang Bei and Wei Xian Yu. Caught in the midst of the operation is Xiang Bei's brother-in-law Tang Song, who succumbs to the allure of quick riches and becomes involved in the production of fake money. As it becomes evident that there are multiple sources of counterfeit currency, a specialized task force is assembled to apprehend all those responsible.

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The Tibet Code (2016)(藏地密码)

2016China
ActionAdventureThrillerNovel AdaptationMiniseriesSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

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Fan Zui Xian Yi Ren(犯罪嫌疑人)

2005China
Detective Male LeadMysteryThrillerCrimeInvestigationSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

During a mission, Wu Dong, an officer from the Criminal Investigation Department, happened to apprehend the main culprit of a major drug syndicate

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Brave Wuju(勇者无惧)

2022China
ActionMysteryThrillerDramaInvestigationSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

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

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In the Storm(黑金風暴)

2022Hong Kong
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspenseWeb Series

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% 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.

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Anonymous Signal(奪命提示)

2025Hong Kong
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSci-FiSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Kwok Pak Fei, Keung Hei Man, and Lau Lik, who were once close friends, come together again many years following a failed mission that resulted in a heartbreaking loss and their separation. Their reunion is prompted by a brutal murder case linked to an illegal trafficking network, compelling them to collaborate once more. During their investigation, enigmatic messages surface containing clues about the crimes, suggesting knowledge of events yet to come. The trio decides to establish a specialized task force, ASIB, in order to decrypt these messages and unravel the perplexing case.

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Joi Saotome Misa: Glass no Kaidan(女医・早乙女美砂 ガラスの階段)

2013Japan
Doctor Female LeadMysteryThrillerInvestigationMedicalSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

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Detective Cheng Xu(侦探成旭之龙城岁月)

2008China
Detective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDetective FictionInvestigationSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

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Zheng He Xia Xi Yang: Cang Hai Xin Tu(郑和下西洋:沧海新途)

2025China
ActionAdventureMysteryInvestigationShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Miracle Healer(超级小郎中)

2017China
ActionAdventureMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMartial ArtsRomanceSuspenseWuxia

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The tale chronicles the events of the 20th century, depicting the struggles of the people amidst natural disasters and ongoing chaos. Hidden motives emerge, taking advantage of the turmoil for nefarious purposes. Small Lang Yang Yi, possessing the spirit of a dragon, becomes entangled in a treacherous battle in Shanghai due to a plague incident, where he encounters the Mayor Mo Xiaoyu and falls in love. Unbeknownst to many, Yang Yi also harbors a dark side, driven by a delusional quest for "longevity" that leads him to spread the plague artificially, profit from medicinal herb production, and orchestrate political assassinations and wars. His ultimate goal is to unleash the "six scourges" through blood sacrifices in order to ensure his own survival.

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Forensic Heroes Season 4(法證先鋒IV)

2020Hong Kong
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceInfidelityInvestigationMultiple MainsPolice ProceduralSeparated FamilySlight RomanceSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Senior Forensic Chemist Ko On, Senior Forensic Pathologist Man Ka Hei, and Senior Inspector Kwok Fai Wong collaborated with their respective teams to solve crimes. The childhood regrets of reporter Chris Tsui were linked to Ko On, Scientific Evidence Officer Shui Wai Ming was accused of murder due to her boyfriend's betrayal, and police elite Ko Ching worked tirelessly to uncover the truth behind her sister's abduction. The team firmly believes in justice prevailing over evil.

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Voice: 110 Emergency Control Room(ボイス 110 緊急指令室)

2019Japan
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerCriminal Profiler Female LeadDeathDetective FictionEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadInvestigationMurderPolice Call Center SettingSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% 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.

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Code: Negai no Daisho(CODE―願いの代償―)

2023Japan
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerAggressive Male LeadBetrayalDeathHacker Supporting CharacterHeartwarmingMiniseriesOrphan Male LeadReporter Supporting CharacterSci-Fi

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Detective Minato Ninomiya from the Kanagawa Prefectural Police faced early loss with the passing of his parents, leading to a struggle in trusting others. However, his life took a turn when he met Yuka, whose love transformed him. After five years of being together, Yuka became pregnant, prompting Minato to promise to safeguard their future. Tragically, Yuka is killed in a mysterious accident, spurring Minato to uncover the truth. In his investigation, he stumbles upon an unusual application known as Code, capable of fulfilling any desire. Meanwhile, journalist Kazuki Shiina embarks on a parallel journey to explore the same app.

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The W Files(衛斯理)

2003Hong Kong
ActionAdventureMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraDetective FictionHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationRomanceSci-FiSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

During the 1930s, Wisely comes back to China after studying abroad and establishes a detective firm in Shanghai to look into supernatural incidents. He crosses paths with a physician named Pak So, with whom he develops a romantic relationship. However, they face numerous challenges and obstacles that put their love to the test before they eventually end up together. The series consists of eight separate tales, following Wisely and his team as they embark on investigations to solve each mystery.

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Aibo Season 13(相棒 season13)

2014Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

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Memory Lost(美人为馅)

2016China
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationBickering Mains' RelationshipDetective Female LeadDetective FictionIndependent Female LeadInvestigationPhysically Strong Female LeadRomanceSuspenseViolence

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Determined police officer Han Chen is on a relentless quest to find his missing fiancée, even though he suffers from amnesia and everyone else doubts the woman's existence. Along the way, he crosses paths with Bai Jin Xi, a cheerful police detective with a secretive past that rivals Han Chen's own.

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A Detective Housewife(煮妇神探)

2016China
ActionAdventureMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraComedyDeathDetective Female LeadDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMurderSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

In the republican drama "A Detective Housewife," the main character is a housewife named Gou Ji Xiang who experiences a major transformation following her husband's unexplained death. Motivated to uncover the truth behind the murder, she embarks on a journey to become a detective with the guidance of Mao Ru Yi.

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The Weasel Grave(鬼吹灯之黄皮子坟)

2017China
ActionAdventureMongolian SettingMystery1960sNovel AdaptationBromanceCultural RevolutionEducated YouthFantasyInvestigationSupernaturalSuspenseTomb Raiding

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, Mongolian Setting, and Mystery themes with a 17% similarity match.

The series follows the journey of a young Hu Ba Yi during the 1960s, when he was a college student embarking on his initial expedition that eventually established him as a renowned expert in tomb exploration. Along the way, he crosses paths with his future companions and allies. (TVDB.com)

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Detective Dee (2017)(通天狄仁杰)

2017China
AdventureDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDesert SettingDetective Di RenjieDetective FictionEmperor Wu ZetianEmpress Female LeadHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureTang DynastyWu Zhou Dynasty

Like Vivant, this drama also features Adventure, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The plot of this series revolves around Empress Wu Zetian, Emperor Gaozong, and Di Renjie as they navigate through different adventures, including investigations at the Buddhist Monastery, the downfall of Empress Wang, and schemes to take over the throne.

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Infernal Affairs Season 2(无间道2)

2017China
ActionMysteryThrillerCrimeDramaInvestigationSuspense

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The Lost Tomb 2(盗墓笔记2)

2019China
ActionAdventureMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationBromanceFlashback To PastNice Male LeadPhysically Strong Male LeadSlight HorrorSmart Male LeadSupernaturalTomb RaidingTreasure Hunting

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Adventure, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The team of brave adventurers embark on a new journey to explore a tomb beneath the ocean. Inside an ancient ship from the Ming Dynasty, they encounter strange creatures and challenging obstacles. Wu Xie uncovers a mysterious copper fish inside a box obtained from the Seven Star Coffins of Lu Wang's Palace. Wu San Xing recalls a peculiar expedition to Paracel Islands a decade ago. Wu Xie leads a group to investigate a sunken vessel at the same location, facing hidden perils along the way.

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The Boundary (2019)(边境线之冷焰)

2019China
ActionMysteryThrillerCrimeInvestigationSuspenseUndercover Operation

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The security and tranquility of the nation are safeguarded by unseen protectors. Behind the scenes, dedicated public servants risk their lives to combat crime and maintain peace along the Sino-Russian border. In a swift operation, Chinese border police successfully neutralized a group involved in illegal arms trafficking within seven minutes. Despite the capture of the group's leader, Xu Zhi Hai, police chief Li Jian remains concerned about the prevalence of gun-related crimes along the border. Following Li Jian's instructions, undercover investigator Zhang Meng infiltrates the prison to gather information from Xu Zhi Hai, who eventually develops a level of trust with Zhang Meng. However, no valuable information regarding gun smuggling is obtained. After a daring escape by Xu Zhi Hai, Zhang Meng pursues him relentlessly. Xu Zhi Hai meets his demise at the hands of law enforcement, but not before revealing a crucial detail to Zhang Meng: to seek out his older brother, Xu Zhi Qiang, in Russia.

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Please Give Me a Pair of Wings(请赐我一双翅膀)

2019China
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerChinese Republican EraDetective FictionHistoricalHistorical FictionInvestigationMartial ArtsPhysically Strong Female LeadPrison SettingSuspenseWrongfully Accused

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Lin Jiu Ge, the daughter of the Police Commissioner in Shanggu, who is falsely accused and incarcerated. With the assistance of the youthful police detective Long Tian Yu, she aims to uncover the true culprit. Can Lin Jiu Ge succeed in seeking vengeance? (Dramapanda)

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The Detective (2021)(夜凛神探第一季)

2021China
AdventureDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationDetective FictionHistoricalInvestigationMartial ArtsPerfectionist Male LeadRomanceSuspenseWeb SeriesWuxia

Like Vivant, this drama also features Adventure, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

In a mysterious tale filled with unexpected developments, meticulous Cheng Yang and logical thinker Jun Wu Gui are the male protagonists, while martial arts expert Su Wen Yue and eccentric Ouyang Chu Chu are the female leads. Collaborating closely, they meticulously analyze each clue in order to uncover the truth. This information is sourced from ChineseDrama.info, inspired by Su Qiao's novel "Tui Guan Jun Wu Jiu."

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Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty(唐朝诡事录)

2022China
AdventureDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDeathDetective FictionFantasyInvestigationMurderSmart Male LeadTang DynastyTeamworkTraditional Medicine Doctor Supporting CharacterWuxia

Like Vivant, this drama also features Adventure, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

As a sinister immortal from the sky descends and the hidden ghost palace underground is uncovered, a peculiar herb known as Black Tea becomes the talk of Chang'an City. Its effects are unknown - whether it is a beneficial remedy or a dangerous substance. With a series of brides disappearing in the city, there seems to be a connection to the Black Tea. General Lu Ling Feng of the Jin Wu guards is assigned to investigate these incidents. Along the way, he crosses paths with his formidable rival Su Wu Ming, a disciple of Di Ren Jie. Together, they join forces to unravel the mysteries surrounding these cases.

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Parallel World(西出玉门)

2023China
ActionAdventureMysteryThrillerBadass Female LeadConspiracyDeathDesert SettingDramaFantasyMonsterRomanceSlow Burn StoryTeamwork

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In the depths of the desert, a lovely fruit vendor named Ye Liu Xi and a performer of shadow puppets named Chang Dong team up

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Aibo Season 5(相棒 season5)

2006Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita within the Metropolitan Police Department, is often underestimated in terms of its significance. This team, comparable to The Odd Couple in Japan, tackles perplexing cases using unconventional and innovative methods.

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Keiji no Genba Season 2(刑事の現場2 )

2009Japan
Detective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesSuspense

Like Vivant, this drama also features Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

This tale follows a young detective and a seasoned detective who hold contrasting values, as they strive to maintain their professional integrity. Keigo is partnered with Umeki, an adept but obstinate detective on the verge of retiring. The story unfolds as the young detective navigates his career while clashing with Umeki, questioning whether to show compassion towards criminals or to treat them with animosity.

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South Sea Tomb(南海归墟)

2023China
ActionAdventureThrillerNovel AdaptationSuspenseTomb RaidingWeb Series

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Hu Ba Yi and Wang Pang Zi had initially intended to travel overseas with Shirley Yang. However, their plans changed when they were asked by Professor Chen to join Mr. Ming on a journey to the Coral Spiral in search of the Qin Emperor's Bone Mirror. While on Coral Temple Island, they became friends with Ruan Hei, Gu Cai, and Duo Ling before embarking on their voyage. One fateful night, they found themselves trapped in the underwater cave of Guixu. In a moment of desperation, Hu Ba Yi and Shirley Yang decided to take a risky chance by using the Sun-shooting wooden mechanism to lead everyone out of Guixu.

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Mobius(不眠日)

2025China
ActionDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDetective FictionDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationMurderResearcher Supporting CharacterSci-FiSerial KillingsSlight RomanceSuspenseTime Loop

Like Vivant, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

In a certain time and place, Detective Ding Qi stumbled upon his unique ability to reverse time, allowing him to relive the same day up to five times intermittently. He harnessed this extraordinary talent to crack numerous challenging cases. One day, a murder alert linked to suspect X emerged unexpectedly. Ding Qi's suspicions were raised by X's flawless execution of previous crimes, leading him to believe that X might also possess the power of a time loop. Consequently, Ding Qi and his investigative team took on the case. As they delved deeper into the inquiry, Ding Qi began to uncover increasing doubts surrounding a particular genetic research organization. As the investigation progressed, more individuals became entangled in the case, including those close to Ding Qi.

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Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty II To the West(唐朝诡事录·西行)

2024China
AdventureDetective Male LeadMysteryThrillerDeathDetective FictionFriendshipHorrorInvestigationMurderSmart Male LeadTang DynastyTeamworkWuxia

Like Vivant, this drama also features Adventure, Detective Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Taking place in the year 712 AD during Emperor Rui Zong's rule in the Tang Dynasty, the opulence of the era remains intact. However, beneath the surface of prosperity lies hidden threats and an impending crisis. Various factions are in motion, leading to frequent enigmatic occurrences among the populace. What supernatural enigmas will Lu Ling Feng and Su Wu Ming, the vice minister of the Grand Court of Justice and the registrar of Qianling, face on their dangerous journey? The path to the west is full of uncertainties.