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  • Ep 12 RAW

    Above the Rivers (2024) (2024)

    Above the Rivers (2024)
    Genre:
    Crime, Drama, political
    Country:
    Chinese
    Respect the law and love the Yangtze River. This time, we tell the world the Chinese story of judicial protection of ecological environment.
  • Ep 24 SUB

    Eternal Brotherhood (2024) (2024)

    Eternal Brotherhood (2024)
    Genre:
    Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Friendship, Historical, Novel, political, Power Struggle, Sci-fi, Teamwork, War
    Country:
    Chinese

    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

  • Ep 6 SUB

    The Impossible Heir (2024) (2024)

    The Impossible Heir (2024)
    Genre:
    Betrayal, Business, Conglomerate, Drama, Noir, political, Power Struggle, Thriller, Web Series
    Country:
    Korean

    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

  • Ep 1 SUB

    The Sunday Runoff (2022) (2022)

    The Sunday Runoff (2022)
    Genre:
    Comedy, political
    Country:
    Japanese
    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.
  • Ep 16 SUB

    Captivating the King (2024) (2024)

    Captivating the King (2024)
    Genre:
    Drama, Historical, melodrama, political, Revenge, Romance
    Country:
    Korean

    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

  • Ep 8 SUB

    The Silent Service (2023) (2023)

    The Silent Service (2023)
    Genre:
    Action, Drama, Manga, Military, political
    Country:
    Japanese

    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).

  • Ep 41 RAW

    The Fifth Republic (2005) (2005)

    The Fifth Republic (2005)
    Genre:
    Drama, Historical, life, Military, political
    Country:
    Korean
    This drama is about the takeover of the Korean government in 1979 by Chun Doo Hwan.
  • Ep 30 RAW

    The Fourth Republic (1995) (1995)

    The Fourth Republic (1995)
    Genre:
    Drama, Historical, political
    Country:
    Korean

    Drama about the Yushin period.

    Episodes: 30

    Duration: 60 min.

    Aired On: Wednesday, Thursday

  • Ep 26 RAW

    The Third Republic (1993) (1993)

    The Third Republic (1993)
    Genre:
    Drama, Historical, Military, political
    Country:
    Korean

    N/A

    Episodes: 26

    Duration: 60 min.

    Aired On: Sunday

  • Ep 6 RAW

    Top League (2019)

    Top League
    Genre:
    Business, Drama, Investigation, political
    Country:
    Japanese
    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.
  • Ep 40 SUB

    A Journey to Love (2023) (2023)

    A Journey to Love (2023)
    Genre:
    Drama, political, Romance, Swordsman, Teamwork, Wuxia
    Country:
    Chinese

    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

  • Ep 40 SUB

    Wonderland of Love (2023) (2023)

    Wonderland of Love (2023)
    Genre:
    Drama, Historical, Novel, political, Romance
    Country:
    Chinese

    "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

  • Ep 12 SUB

    Arthdal Chronicles: The Sword of Aramun (2023) (2023)

    Arthdal Chronicles: The Sword of Aramun (2023)
    Genre:
    Drama, Fantasy, Historical, political, Romance, War, Warrior
    Country:
    Korean

    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

  • Ep 1 SUB

    Ransomed (2023) (2023)

    Ransomed (2023)
    Genre:
    Based on True Story, Drama, political
    Country:
    Korean

    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)

  • Ep 40 SUB

    The Longest Promise (2023) (2023)

    The Longest Promise (2023)
    Genre:
    Fantasy, Historical, Novel, political, Romance
    Country:
    Chinese

    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).

  • Ep 12 SUB

    Royal Nirvana Special (2020) (2020)

    Royal Nirvana Special (2020)
    Genre:
    Historical, political, Romance, Tragedy, Web Series
    Country:
    Chinese

    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.

  • Ep 30 SUB

    Big White Duel II (2022) (2022)

    Big White Duel II (2022)
    Genre:
    Drama, Medical, political, Romance
    Country:
    Hong Kong
    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.
  • Ep 8 SUB

    The Wave Makers (2023) (2023)

    The Wave Makers (2023)
    Genre:
    Drama, political
    Country:
    Taiwanese
    A heated election is on the horizon. A team of campaign staffers must confront tough choices while navigating a cutthroat political landscape.
  • Ep 1 SUB

    The Devil's Deal (2023) (2023)

    The Devil's Deal (2023)
    Genre:
    Action, Conspiracy, Crime, Drama, Horror, Noir, political, Revenge
    Country:
    Korean
    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.
  • Ep 11 SUB

    Queenmaker (2023) (2023)

    Queenmaker (2023)
    Genre:
    Business, Drama, Fantasy, Friendship, Law, political, Sismance
    Country:
    Korean

    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.

  • Ep 1 SUB

    Honest Candidate 2 (2022) (2022)

    Honest Candidate 2 (2022)
    Genre:
    Comedy, Corruption, Family, political
    Country:
    Korean
    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.
  • Ep 40 RAW

    Anti-Corruption Storm (2023) (2023)

    Anti-Corruption Storm (2023)
    Genre:
    Amnesia, Corruption, Drama, Family, Investigation, political
    Country:
    Chinese

    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.

  • Ep 20 SUB

    I Brought Four Seasons to You (2023) (2023)

    I Brought Four Seasons to You (2023)
    Genre:
    Amnesia, Comedy, Historical, political, Romance, Web Series
    Country:
    Chinese

    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

  • Ep 16 SUB

    Trolley (2022) (2022)

    Trolley (2022)
    Genre:
    Investigation, melodrama, Mystery, political, Romance, Thriller
    Country:
    Korean
    "Trolley" will tell the story of a lawmaker's wife who hides her past. It will showcase the dilemma and struggles that couples face as their secret got revealed to the world.
  • Ep 7 SUB

    Super Action (2022) (2022)

    Super Action (2022)
    Genre:
    political, Variety
    Country:
    Korean

    Discussion around the media revolves around the stars. However, behind every star are the stuntmen that step into danger in times of need. Every legendary action scene has these people behind them. Super Action is about bringing the limelight to them. With a group of remarkable individuals that have shaken the world to its core, we are in for an endeavor of explosions, stunts, and breathtaking action sequences. A tale of competition and rivalry abound, six teams of the best stuntmen in the Korean media industry battle for dominance and glory. Stay tuned for blood-pumping action and drama.

    (Source: Viu)

    Episodes: 7

  • Ep 48 SUB

    Kamakura dono no 13 nin (2022) (2022)

    Kamakura dono no 13 nin (2022)
    Genre:
    Drama, Family, Historical, life, political, War
    Country:
    Japanese
    Following the ascension to power of Taira no Kiyomori, the Minamoto clan is exiled. Minamoto no Yoritomo meets Masako, the sister of Hojo Yoshitoki and later marries her. Following this marriage, the gears of Yoshitoki's destiny begin to turn.
  • Ep 48 SUB

    Diplomatic Situation (2019) (2019)

    Diplomatic Situation (2019)
    Genre:
    Friendship, Historical, political
    Country:
    Chinese
    The story, starting from the birth of China 1949, mainly describes the contribution of the older generation of proletarian revolutionaries like Mao Zedong, Zhou Enlai, Deng Xiaoping to China's diplomatic career. With their ultra diplomatic strategic thought, flexible diplomatic skills, unique diplomatic style, extraordinary talent, they have won great honor and noble international status for the new-born China. This series comprehensively displays the Geneva Conference, Bandung Conference, Zhou Enlai's visit to Africa, China's restoration of the seat in the United Nations, as well as a series of magnificent diplomatic facts, showing the difficult and tortuous diplomatic process of the new-born China last century.
  • Ep 30 RAW

    Visitors On the Icy Mountain (2006) (2006)

    Visitors On the Icy Mountain (2006)
    Genre:
    Drama, political
    Country:
    Chinese
    Not long after the founding of the new China, a heroic force led by advance platoon leader Yang Guanghai establishes a border checkpoint at Tahar City, which is located at the Pamir Mountains and home to ethnic Tajiks. The Moni family, the richest in Tahar, have fled to the border under the lure and blackmailing of Ma Zhanjiang, a Kuomingtang remnant. Their maid Gulandam, who was childhood sweethearts with Amir, was abducted by human traffickers. Kuomingtang spy Gulibar takes advantage of this relationship by impersonating as Gulandam to provoke military-civilian relations and sneak bandits inside the borders. Yang Guanghai sees through the enemy's conspiracies and wipes out all the secret agents hidden in Tahar City.
  • Ep 20 RAW

    Into the Flames (2014) (2014)

    Into the Flames (2014)
    Genre:
    Drama, Historical, political
    Country:
    Korean
    The true story of chairman Park Tae-joon who lead the impossible to success along with various fictional stories that show the financial growth of Korea.
  • Ep 10 RAW

    Now, Parliament Is 36.5 (2022) (2022)

    Now, Parliament Is 36.5 (2022)
    Genre:
    political
    Country:
    Korean
    A drama that depicts the struggles of provincial councilors trying to solve problems.
  • Ep 41 SUB

    Seiten wo Tsuke (2021) (2021)

    Seiten wo Tsuke (2021)
    Genre:
    Biography, Drama, Historical, political, Samurai
    Country:
    Japanese
    Shibusawa Eiichi was born in 1840 to a farmer’s family. He grew up helping his family with work, which was to manufacture and sell indigo production and also silk farming. He left his hometown at the age of 23 and began working for the government. He later traveled to Paris and learned about banking. Upon his return to Japan, he helped build up the first modern bank in Japan. He eventually became a founder or supporter to about 500 companies and was involved with about 600 public services, including education for women.
  • Ep 31 RAW

    Jiang Shan Wei Zhong (2002) (2002)

    Jiang Shan Wei Zhong (2002)
    Genre:
    Drama, political, Wuxia
    Country:
    Chinese
    The story is set in the Qing dynasty during the reign of Emperor Yong Zheng. Yong Zheng's harsh and brutal policies lead to widespread discontent and dissension. Meanwhile, a secret death squad, named after their dreaded weapon — the flying guillotine — goes around slaying the emperor's enemies. The young crown prince, Hong Li, disguises himself as a commoner and embarks on an inspection tour to Jiangnan. There, the prince evades assassination attempts orchestrated by nobles plotting to seize the throne, and uncovers a shocking truth about his birth and origin. Besides, he also meets and befriends two maidens, Lu Si Niang and Yu Niang.