Asian Drama

In Tamio-R, the story unfolds from the moment Prime Minister Muto Taizan who is considering retiring from politics, receives an unexpected offer to return to the position of Prime Minister. Each episode features a wildly imaginative storyline where Taizan and someone else randomly swap bodies.

Aired On: Tuesday

Duration: 54 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Amid the upheaval of Chiang Kai Shek’s 1927 coup, young revolutionary Xi Zhong Xun defies political terror and emerges as a leader. Inspired by Liu Zhi Dan’s uprising, he joins forces to establish the Shaanxi-Gansu Red Army. During the Anti-Japanese War, he strengthens the revolutionary base and fosters its development, earning Mao Ze Dong’s praise for his loyalty to the cause. After Japan’s surrender, Xi Zhong Xun fiercely defends the Northwest, helping to lay a foundation for national progress.

Episodes: 40

Duration: 45 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Prince Murong Jing He of the Great Yan Dynasty led his Weibei Army to reclaim Qingzhou, a lost territory. His triumphant victory should have been a moment of glory, but soon after his army entered the city, a devastating fire broke out. Whispers spread throughout Qingzhou, accusing Murong Jing He of harboring a grudge against the people for their alleged betrayal of Great Yan. Rumor had it that the prince, now known as the ruthless "Butcher General", ordered the city to be burned to the ground.

In the flames, a young girl named Mei Lin lost her entire family. Heartbroken and consumed by vengeance, she vowed to kill the one responsible for the massacre. She joins a secret organization known as the Shadow Works, where she undergoes years of brutal training after consuming a deadly poison that turns her into an unstoppable assassin. Mei Lin's first mission is finally assigned: to assassinate her greatest enemy, Prince Murong Jing He himself.

Disguised as one of a hundred Xiyan beauties sent to the Great Yan as part of a political marriage alliance, she patiently waits for her chance to strike. But what Mei Lin doesn't know is that the man who masterminded her entire assassination mission—setting her on this path of revenge—is none other than Murong Jing He himself.

(Source: Youku)

Adapted from the novel "Chun Hua Yan" (春花厌) by Hei Yan (黑颜).

Episodes: 32

Duration: 45 min.

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Xiao Wu Xia, the young lord of Yueluo City, endured the humiliation and lurked in Liang Kingdom for many years. He changed his name to Wei Zhao and suffered the infamy of being a sycophant. In order to find out the truth about his family back then, Wei Zhao tried to kidnap the only survivor in the case. However, his carefully laid plan was ruined by the sudden appearance of the young girl Jiang Ci. Pei Yan took the opportunity to raise the seriously injured Jiang Ci into the mansion in order to find the "saboteur" behind the scenes. Wei Zhao's tragic life experience and his righteousness touched the innocent Jiang Ci. The two saw each other's shining points and gradually developed mutual feelings for each other as they got along. In the end, Wei Zhao, Jiang Ci, and Pei Yan put aside their personal grudges and jointly fought against Emperor Liang, realizing their wish to protect Yueluo and establish a better dynasty. (Source: Chinese = Tencent || Translation = MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Liu Shui Tiao Tiao" (流水迢迢) by Xiao Lou (箫楼).

Episodes: 40

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Duration: 45 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Woo Hui is the empress of Goguryeo. A crisis ensues when her husband, the king of Goguryeo, dies suddenly. Woo Hui becomes the target of princes and the 5 tribes who all want to gain more power. To protect her family and her tribe, she uses levirate marriage. She struggles to marry one of her late husband's younger brothers and set them upon the throne. Woo Hui has to accomplish everything within 24 hours.

(Source: AsianWiki)

Episodes: 8

Duration: 50 min.

Content Rating: 18+ Restricted (violence & profanity)

Airs On: Thursday

Park Dong Ho is the prime minister of South Korea. He wants to punish the corrupt president, who colludes with powerful family owned corporations called chaebols, and change the world of politics. Jung Soo Jin is the deputy prime minister for economic affairs. She confronts Park Dong Ho and a fierce political strife ensues.

(Source: AsianWiki)

Tags: Co-workers' Relationship, Workplace Setting, City Setting, President Supporting Character, Government Official Supporting Character, Prime Minister Male Lead, Politician Supporting Character, Political Corruption, Political Intrigue, Smart Female Lead (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 12

Duration: 50 min.

Country: South Korea

Airs On: Friday

Aired: Jun 28, 2024

Content Rating: 15+ - Teens 15 or older

It tells the story of the battle between Kuomintang and Communist agents for the physicist Tong Jiang Nan in Hong Kong.

In 1948, after the "May Day Slogan" was published, a group of patriotic democrats in Hong Kong, represented by Professor Tong Jiang Nan, actively responded to the call of the Communist Party and prepared to return to the liberated areas. The Kuomintang reactionaries obstructed and sabotaged this and sent Zhang Mu and others with the intention of controlling the professor and others.

Su Xing was once a student of Professor Tong Jiang Nan. He received the task of the organization and went to Hong Kong to escort the democrats back to the liberated areas. He started fighting with the Kuomintang reactionaries in Hong Kong. A life-and-death battle.

(Source: Chinese = Baidu)

Adapted from the novel "The Dark Flower" (暗花) by Zang Xiao Fan (臧小凡).

Episodes: 32

Duration: 45 min.

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

The drama continues from the first season of the Joy of Life trilogy, following the story of Fan Xian as he gains a stronghold in the court.

Episodes: 36

Duration: 45 min.

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Ratings: 8.7

Set in Harbin under the puppet Manchukuo regime in 1944, Song Zhuo Wen, an underground party member disguised as a railway police officer, is mistakenly identified by the head of the spy department, Guan Xue, as her lifesaver—but is actually Zhuo Wen's long-lost twin brother, Song Zhuo Wu. To uncover the ultimate mission of Kwantung Army officer Asano Daigo in Harbin, Zhuo Wen decides to use Guan Xue to infiltrate the spy department, but the sudden appearance of Zhuo Wu plunges him into unexpected trouble. Guan Xue is cold-blooded and suspicious, cruel and ruthless, while Zhuo Wu is impulsive by nature, often unintentionally sabotaging Zhuo Wen's operations. Only through the arrangements of their superiors do the brothers cooperate and protect each other, avoiding the overt and covert struggles among their colleagues in the spy department and eventually gaining the trust of Guan Xue and the Japanese officials. Within this short year, the underground party members endure hardships to uncover and stop a secret operation conspired by the Japanese army and the Soviet Union, root out the puppet Manchukuo spies within their party, and welcome the final victory of the war.

Respect the law and love the Yangtze River. This time, we tell the world the Chinese story of judicial protection of ecological environment.

When the illegitimate son of a Korean conglomerate owner partners with his ambitious childhood friend, the duo will stop at nothing to seize their place at the top of the societal food chain.

Born into an impoverished single-parent household with nothing but his good looks and charm, Kang In Ha is ravenous for success. Determined to make something of himself, no matter the cost, In Ha, discovers that his father is the chairman of the hugely successful Kang Oh Group and leaves his life of poverty behind.

Shunned by the rest of his new family, In Ha partners with his intellectually gifted friend Han Tae Oh, hatching a plan from a young age to take over the company and seize their spots at the top of society. Realizing success early on, the pair steadily begin their ascent until an equally ambitious woman with a similarly troubled past threatens to derail their plans forever.

(Source: butwhytho.net)

Episodes: 12

Content Rating: 15+ - Teens 15 or older

Airs On: Wednesday

Set in the turbulent land of Zichuan, where the clans of Zichuan and Sairong are engaged in intense warfare. Zichuan Xiu, stationed at the border, returns to the capital with remarkable military achievements, bringing a momentary peace to his homeland. However, new challenges arise as Yang Minghua, a prominent court official with sinister intentions, launches a rebellion. Zichuan Xiu, along with his sworn brothers Di Lin and Si Yi Lin, take action to eliminate the threat and restore tranquillity to Zichuan. Yet, as the dust settles, the aggressive Sairong officially declares war on Zichuan.

(Source: iQiyi)

Adapted from the novel "Purple River" (紫川) by Lao Zhu (老猪).

Episodes: 24

Duration: 45 min.

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Tanimura Tsutomu is a 30-year-old man, living in a provincial city. He works as a private secretary for Kawashima Shohei, who is a member of the House of Representatives and he has strong support from his constituents. One day, Kawashima Shohei collapses. Around this time, the House of Representatives is dissolved. For the next House of Representatives election, Kawashima Shohei’s 45-year-old daughter, Kawashima Yumi, decides to run for office.

Lee In is a prince. His older brother is King Lee Sun, who cares about him a lot. Vowing loyalty to his older brother, Lee In is taken hostage by the Qing Dynasty. King Lee Sun soon views his younger brother's loyalty as betrayal and begins to hate him. Lee In endures deep emotional pain because of this.

Lee In then meets an unknown baduk player who wagers on her games. He is completely fascinated by the baduk player. Through circumstances, Lee In becomes the king. He holds the highest position and is a strong person, but he is sad and weak internally.

When Kang Hee Soo was gaining fame as an unknown baduk player, she met Prince Lee In and fell in love with him. Through a vortex of fate, she becomes a spy. She approaches King Lee In to get her revenge.

(Source: AsianWiki)

Episodes: 16

Duration: 1 hr. 20 min.

Content Rating: 15+ - Teens 15 or older

Airs On: Saturday, Sunday

A Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) submarine sank in a maritime accident near Japan. Japan was shocked by the news that the survival of all 76 crew members, including the captain, Second Lieutenant Shiro Kaieda, was hopeless. However, the crew actually survived. They were selected as crew members for a nuclear submarine built in top secret by Japan and the United States.

(Source: Japanese = silent-service.jp)

Adapted from the manga series "The Silent Service" (沈黙の艦隊) by Kawaguchi Kaiji (川口開治).

This drama is about the takeover of the Korean government in 1979 by Chun Doo Hwan.

Episodes: 41

Duration: 1 hr. 5 min.

Content Rating: 15+ - Teens 15 or older

Aired On: Saturday, Sunday

Drama about the Yushin period.

Episodes: 30

Duration: 60 min.

Aired On: Wednesday, Thursday

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Episodes: 26

Duration: 60 min.

Aired On: Sunday

Naoki Matsuoka is a reporter at the business desk for the Yamato Newspaper. One day he is transferred to the political desk. During a regular press conference held by Chief Cabinet Secretary Kondo, Naoki Matsuoka asks the Chief Cabinet Secretary “What do you think about the safe found in the reclaimed land in Minato, Tokyo?" The question got Chief Cabinet Secretary Kondo’s attention. Due to that, Naoki Matsuoka is placed in charge of coverage of the Chief Cabinet Secretary Kondo and he soon becomes part of the "top league," which refers to a small group of reporters who dig into the prime minister, Chief Cabinet Secretary and senior officers of the ruling party. Meanwhile, Yuji Sakai, who used to work with Naoki Matsuoka, works as a reporter at a weekly magazine. He chases after the truth behind the safe that was found in Minato. Around this time, a robbery takes place. The victim of the robbery is a person who Yuji Sakai covered for the found safe story. Now, Naoki Matsuoka and Yuji Sakai meet for the first time in 10 years. A government taboo is soon revealed.

Two top assassins from rival agencies and their six-member team who have diverse backgrounds, and unique skills, embark on a journey filled with challenges and crises.

(Source: wiki.d-addicts.com)

Episodes: 40

"Wonderland to Love" follows the story of emperor's grandson Li Ni, who guards the border and is forced to take on the responsibility of quelling the rebellion. Although Li Ni is the grandson of the emperor, he was never loved by his father. He hides his identity and is content with being a carefree frontline border general who has no intention of fighting for power. During military campaigns against the rebels, he encounters the ambitious Cui Lin, who is the only daughter of General Cui Yi, the commander of the Cui family army. Cui Lin concealed her true identity and disguised herself as Lieutenant He, fighting alongside the army. They cross paths with each other many times on the battlefields. One is scheming and witty, the other is guileful and forthright. In their competitiveness with each other, from time to time they calculate and predict each other's plan and movement to fight as the winner which leads them down the path of falling in love.

(Source: Dramawiki)

Adapted from the novel “Le You Yuan” (乐游原) by Fei Wo Si Cun (匪我思存).

Episodes: 40

It depicts the story of what happens in Arth approximately a decade later. Over the course of more than eight years, Arthdal succeeded in suppressing the massive rebellion of the tribes slaughtered by Ta Gon in Season 1, and the Agos finally achieved the reunification of 30 clans after 200 years under the leadership of Eun Seom.

In Season 2, Ta Gon’s Kingdom of Arthdal and Eun Seom’s Ago Union are set to face an inevitable great war. Eun Seom is the ruler of the East now. Tan Ya is the successor to the Wahan clan. The story set eight years after Ta Gon has become king.

(Source: Soompi)

Episodes: 12

A film that tells the story of the people who tried to solve a situation that arose when a diplomat was abducted in Beirut, Lebanon in 1986.

(Source: HanCinema)

The story takes place in Kong Sang Continent, and revolves around the tumultuous love story between Zhu Yan, princess of the Chi Yi Tribe and Shi Ying, a royal prince. Shi Ying's mother was framed, and he was banished to Jiu Yi Mountain to cultivate. Originally focused on nothing but cultivation, he began to develop romantic feelings for Zhu Yan, his disciple. However because of their relationship as teacher and student, both of them do not voice out their feelings. Fate also stands in their way when they stood on opposite sides in political struggle and undergo life and death situations. However, they eventually put aside their issues, and work together hand-in-hand to protect Kong Sang Continent.

Adapted from the novel "Zhu Yan" (朱颜) by author Cang Yue (沧月).

A story about unlocking the years of hurt and resentment that has caused the strained relationship between Xiao Dingquan and his father, the King.

Despite his position as the crown prince, Xiao Dingquan (Luo Jin) was unloved and unfavored by his own father (Huang Zhizhong). Through countless incidents, he has grown into a man of wisdom and courage. After Qi Wang (Jin Han) was sent into exile, Xiao Dingquan intended to leave peacefully with Lu Wenxi (Li Yitong) but discovers that she is being threatened by unknown forces.

Xiao Dingquan no longer wishes to be caught in the endless infighting and rife and hopes to settle the dispute through Zhao Wang's marriage. Xiao Dingquan and Lu Wenxi join hands with Xu Changping (Wang Yu) to change the tides in their favor in order to find the mastermind. As the news of Gu Silin's death spreads and Xiao Dingquan sets out to Changzhou to control the situation, the king finally shows remorse as he apologizes to Xiao Dingquan.

Continuation of Big White Duel. The story revolves around the doctors' emergency relief, the discussion of medical reform issues, hospital politics, disagreements, friendships, and love among the medical staff at Marshall Paxton Hospital.

A heated election is on the horizon. A team of campaign staffers must confront tough choices while navigating a cutthroat political landscape.

The more power he desires, the darker his world becomes. Hae Woong, an assembly member candidate, is taken out of the running because he became a thorn in the side of a local bigwig, Soon Tae. Hounded by loan sharks, due to defaulting a campaign loan, he decides to get his hands dirty. He steals classified government’s information about an urban development plan and obtains the help of a local gang leader, Pil Do, by promising hefty real estate profit. Now Hae Woong re-enters the race and tries to take revenge on Soon Tae. Unbeknownst to him, his messy journey through politics has only just begun.

The “womance” drama tells the story of two women who used to lead starkly different lives, but leave everything they know behind to combine forces and create a just and truthful world.

Hwang Do Hee is a skilled career woman who hasn’t come down from her 12 centimeter (approximately 4.7 inch) high stilettos for the past 12 years. She’s the best in her field of President Identity (PI) consulting and is the leader of the Strategic Planning Office at Eunsung Group, the third best domestic business. By analyzing the appearance, voice tone, habits, preferences, rumors, and fatal weaknesses of the Eunsung Group’s owner’s family, she is able to perfectly present them in a way that reduces owner risk. Despite all her hard work in this field, she overcomes adversity to work towards making Oh Seung Sook the mayor of Seoul.

Oh Seung Sook is a labor rights lawyer nicknamed “crazy rhinoceros.” For the past 20 years, Oh Seung Sook has plowed through like a “rhino’s horn” for common people and workers and is a self-proclaimed Korean Lady of Justice. She is the president of the Women’s Worker Association, Korean Women’s Human Rights Wave, and leader of the Worker’s Solidarity with Rights foundation, proving her charm as a powerful female lead who stops at nothing to protect the weak. As a current labor rights lawyer and a popular YouTuber, Oh Seung Sook has no interest in authority, but thanks to the help of “Queen Maker” Hwang Do Hee, she becomes determined to become the mayor of Seoul.

As a politician, Joo Sang Sook attempted to run for the fourth time as a member of the nationally assembly. After visiting her grandmother, Joo Sang Sook was unable to tell a lie. Now, Joo Sang Sook attempts to return to the political world.

During the self-defense counterattack against Vietnam, Zhao Da Sheng, the commander of the reconnaissance company, lost his memory due to injuries and was saved by fraternal troops. Zhao Da Sheng's comrade-in-arms Yu Zhong Jun, thought that he had died, and according to their previous promise, he took good care of Zhao Da Sheng's wife Wang Yu Lan and son Zhao Xiao Jun, and the three formed a new family. A few years later, Zhao Da Sheng, who recovered his memory, returned to his hometown, only to find that his wife had remarried a friend.

But he doesn't have much time , to deal with his personal issues - soon, he's ordered to lead a joint investigation team to investigate the Yangpu Port hazardous chemical explosion case. And as a member of Dongjiang City Discipline Inspection Commission, Da Sheng, takes the issue very seriously. Soon, Da Sheng, who is now investigating, discovers that the city is full of connections between politics and the military, and everything is not made easier by the fact that his former companion becomes the mayor of the city.

After 3 days in a coma due to a near-drowning incident, the ruler of Great Yan, Empress Yue Li Zheng, finally wakes up - sadly without her memories. She is soon back to work reading memorials and handling relevant issues related to the Royal Court.

Her consort, Li Shi Hao, is said to have rescued her from drowning that day, but the empress gets the feeling that something is off and that people around her - including her consort - are hiding a secret from her. When she finally recovers her memories and thereby finds out the truth, she is stunned but also embarks on a wonderful journey towards true love while experiencing the cruelness of the power struggles within the Royal Court.

(Source: PeeWee69)

Episodes: 20