Favorite Dramas and Movies
Finding a drama or movie in this list doesn't mean I don't have anything I disliked but if there's even one thing that makes me love it dearly (may it be one character, actor, the story...), there's a high chance you'll find it here.
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1. Cang Lan Jue
Chinese Drama - 2022, 36 episodes
one of my absolute favorites among C-Dramas, will rewatch one day because it's that good
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2. A Tale of Thousand Stars
Thai Drama - 2021, 10 episodes
My first and my top Thai drama (for now). Fell in love with the characters, the plot, the cast and the OST.
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3. Mad Dog
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
Love the cast (chemistry) and the story. It's not letting me go. My top favorite Kdrama. I need a second season, damn. T.T
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4. You Are My City and Fortress
Chinese Drama - 2021, 40 episodes
A drama with 40 episodes that doesn't feel draggy and actually comes with wonderfully written characters and zero unnecessary drama or misunderstandings but rather sweet romances, funny scenes and comforting, heartwarming scenes. Please more of that!
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5. Guardian
Chinese Drama - 2018, 40 episodes
Great Chinese BL Drama. The acting and chemistry is superb and the OST well done.
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6. The Untamed
Chinese Drama - 2019, 50 episodes
Great cast, story and OST. 50 episodes flew by so fast. <3
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7. The Long Ballad
Chinese Drama - 2021, 49 episodes
It was a ride but in the end I can only say I don't regret watching it and need to thank those who recommended it to me. TLB is indeed a great drama. I love it for the story, a strong ML + FL, the cast/acting and the OST.
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8. Code Blue
Japanese Drama - 2008, 11 episodes
My favorite medical drama, love the characters and story.
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9. Code Blue Special
Japanese Special - 2009, 1 episode
Great Special which connects Season 1 and 2.
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10. Code Blue 2
Japanese Drama - 2010, 11 episodes
I cried a lot when watching this season, lots of emotional scenes but a great medical drama.
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11. Code Blue 3
Japanese Drama - 2017, 10 episodes
Can totally keep up with the previous seasons. Must watch for medical drama lovers.
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12. Code Blue Mou Hitotsu No Senjou
Japanese Special - 2018, 1 episode
love the entire series
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13. Code Blue: The Movie
Japanese Movie - 2018
The final instalment and the best wrap up for me
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14. Țara Mea: O Nouă Eră
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
Love it for the story, cast and OST.
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15. The Police Station Next to Fire Station
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
great action/suspenseful drama, can be quite explicit (autopsies) and bit gory at times so probably not for the sensitive watchers out there.
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16. Zhang Gong Zhu Zhai Shang
Chinese Drama - 2022, 27 episodes
One of my all time favorites among short length series, great chemistry and story
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17. The Romance of Tiger and Rose
Chinese Drama - 2020, 24 episodes
Not just a historical rom-com because it addresses equality between genders. Besides that it comes with a good cast, lovely leads chemistry and a bunch of funny scenes that tickled all the right nerves and left me laughing.
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18. A Tale of the Wanderers
Chinese Drama - 2021, 36 episodes
I love this for the main leads relationship, because it's portrayed so well and I adore the characters.
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19. It's Okay To Be Sensitive
Korean Drama - 2018, 12 episodes
If I'll ever be in need of some moral support for being female I'll come back for this. It's such a wise, supportive and healing drama. Love the messages it contains and the truth it speaks.
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20. Age of Youth
Korean Drama - 2016, 12 episodes
A lovely drama about youth, friendship and first loves. Plus the sismance vibes...so good.
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21. Duel
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
A dark but exciting thriller/mystery drama, Yang Se Jong shines in this one
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22. Partener suspect
Korean Drama - 2017, 40 episodes
Mostly lighthearted, comedic drama with a great cast.
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23. As Flowers Fade and Fly Across The Sky
Chinese Drama - 2017, 66 episodes
Have a love-hate relationship with this but Zhu Yi Long's character here is soo loveable that I consider it a favorite
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24. Reunion: The Sound of the Providence
Chinese Drama - 2020, 32 episodes
The villains are driving me crazy but the main characters are great and I like the plot in general
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25. Reunion: The Sound of the Providence: Season 2
Chinese Drama - 2020, 30 episodes
Same problem with villains, but the team of Wu Xie and their friendship make this worthwhile
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26. Alias: Healer
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
Has one of the cutest couples ever, could've watched a lot more episodes with them, end was too rushed which is sad
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27. JIN
Japanese Drama - 2009, 11 episodes
One of the best historical, medical dramas I've seen
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28. The Boy Next Door
Korean Drama - 2017, 15 episodes
Hilarious drama with all kind of misunderstandings two males can get into xD
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29. The Lost Tomb
Chinese Drama - 2015, 10 episodes
Very good introducer to the universe, immediately liked the characters
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30. Wonderful Nightmare
Korean Movie - 2015
Heartwarming movie with characters that made it straight into my heart
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31. My Sassy Girl
Korean Movie - 2001
I don't remember much (watched it years ago), only that it set me on a rollercoaster of feelings. I laughed, I cried and enjoyed it.
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32. Gumiho, Iubita Mea Vulpiță
Korean Drama - 2010, 16 episodes
Watched it ages ago, but it was a cute and funny watch.
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33. Sakuran
Japanese Movie - 2007
Fierce, strong female lead and a good story
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34. The Last Emperor
Chinese Movie - 1987
Long movie but really good and great cinematography. Was filmed in the forbidden city.
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35. Farewell My Concubine
Chinese Movie - 1993
This is not a movie, it's ART. Go watch it. Now. :)
(Rating probably needs adjustment, it's been years since my first watch)
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36. Birthcare Centre
Korean Drama - 2020, 8 episodes
True gem. I loved the story. Excellent scriptwriting and character development.
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37. Black Butler
Japanese Movie - 2014
I'm not fond of the fact that they changed character names but the movie is good and I like the cast. The characters are still as lovable as they are in the original.
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38. The Dude In Me
Korean Movie - 2019
Really nice movie, enjoyed it a lot. Worth a rewatch.
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39. 30Sai made Doteida to Mahotsukai ni Narerurashi
Japanese Drama - 2020, 12 episodes
Wonderful BL drama with cute couple and second pairing.
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40. Short
Korean Drama - 2018, 4 episodes
A little gem, I'm so glad I discovered it through the MDL Watch Challenge 2021.
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41. Hen Jun Bu Si Jiang Lou Yue
Chinese Drama - 2021, 37 episodes
This made it to my favorites because of the characters. The story didn't do them justice and I'll hate the official end forever but the characters made this worth it.
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42. Night Doctor
Japanese Drama - 2021, 11 episodes
Good drama, gave me Code Blue vibes even though it can't fully reach the same level for me
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43. The Handmaiden
Korean Movie - 2016
Definitely a movie for a mature audience, because of its explicity. I loved the cinematography and quiet yet thrilling scenes.
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44. My Brother's Husband
Japanese Drama - 2018, 3 episodes
Heartwarming short drama about prejudice and understanding.
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45. Manner of Death
Thai Drama - 2020, 14 episodes
Great chemistry between main leads and a story that keeps you interested despite some lacks in logic here and there.
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46. Love Is Blind: Japan
Japanese TV Show - 2022, 11 episodes
the one and only Dating show I consider a favorite of mine, I like the concept and canditates
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47. The Tenor Lirico Spinto
Korean Movie - 2014
Inspiring movie that is based on a real person and true events. Yoo Ji Tae at his best. <3
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48. Love Phantom
Japanese Drama - 2021, 10 episodes
Watched it at the perfect time when I was in mood for a sweet rom-com. Has a lovely couple and supportive side characters.
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49. Out of Breath
Korean Drama - 2019, 3 episodes
Loved it, especially the message it gave off.
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50. The Witty First Half
Chinese Drama - 2021, 24 episodes
A comforting drama that's similar to Age of Youth. Loved the sismance/friendship.
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51. Wild Grass
Chinese Movie - 2020
A movie that only shows in the end how the puzzle pieces of the three different storylines connect. An interesting way of storytelling but it needs patience of the viewer.
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52. Chouchou-san
Japanese Special - 2011, 2 episodes
Madame Butterfly retold and in a good way with excellent cast
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53. Flower of Evil
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
what a wonderful, thrilling drama, loved it
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54. Monster Hunt
Chinese Movie - 2015
one of the cutest movies I've seen in a while, must watch for comedy, fantasy and found-family fans
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55. Animals
Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Liked the story and characters
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56. Pee Mak
Thai Movie - 2013
More funny than scary which made it enjoyable for me
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57. Koi Senu Futari
Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Interesting approach to romance and a welcome breath of fresh air
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58. Thai Cave Rescue
Thai Drama - 2022, 6 episodes
Great adaption of the real life event
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59. The Trapped 13: How We Survived the Thai Cave
Thai Movie - 2022
Leaves an impact
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60. Let's Fight Ghost
Thai Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
Mostly funny drama, watchable even for those who are not a fan of horror, the FL is truly lovely
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61. Not Me
Thai Drama - 2021, 14 episodes
Really good BL drama with some thrill
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62. Il Dang Baek Butler
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
Aside from minor flaws this was a comforting and entertaining watch
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63. 3 Nen A Gumi: Ima kara Mina-san wa, Hitojichi Desu
Japanese Drama - 2019, 10 episodes
Perfectly executed drama with important message that makes you think
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64. Ca un Fluture
Korean Drama - 2021, 12 episodes
comforting drama with good character writing, for ballet fans
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65. My Little Hero
Korean Movie - 2013
lovely story and characters
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66. Come to Witch's Restaurant
Korean Drama - 2021, 8 episodes
imo a good comforting drama
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67. The Police Station Next to Fire Station Season 2
Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
just as great as season 1 but comes with the same warning, for some it might be too explicit/gory as autopsies and close ups of those are shown
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68. Casa Amor: Exclusive for Ladies
Korean Movie - 2015
very funny and entertaining movie for mature audiences
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69. TOKYO AIRPORT - Tokyo Kuukou Kansei Hoanbu
Japanese Drama - 2012, 10 episodes
surprisingly interesting and good, worth watching if you're interested in airport organisation/flight management/air traffic controlling
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70. Two or Three Things About My Bathtub
Taiwanese Drama - 2022, 14 episodes
cute drama
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71. Matalada
Thai Drama - 2023, 21 episodes
heartwarming drama with great characters, healthy mains relationship and lovely messages
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72. Try the World
Chinese Drama - 2022, 40 episodes
solid Wuxia with great characters and story writing, personally unhappy with the end but the drama itself is worth watching
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73. The Hows of Us
Filipino Movie - 2018
wonderful movie with great main leads and lovely chemistry, I enjoyed it very much
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74. Tsuiraku JK to Haijin Kyoshi
Japanese Drama - 2023, 9 episodes
amazing drama with lovely, sassy characters and chemistry
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75. Tsuiraku JK to Haijin Kyoshi Lesson 2
Japanese Drama - 2024, 6 episodes
amazing drama with lovely, sassy characters and chemistry
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76. You Are My Glory
Chinese Drama - 2021, 32 episodes
slow burn romance with a healthy mains relationship
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77. The West Wind is Strong
Chinese Drama - 2023, 20 episodes
a beautiful story with great characters and a strong female lead
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78. The Days
Japanese Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
intense re-telling of the events of the Fukushima nuclear accident, the calm/quiet scenes left an impact
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79. Jiao Yue Liu Huo
Chinese Drama - 2024, 24 episodes
just as great as a long C-Drama, strong female lead, great chemistry
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80. The Gifted
Thai Drama - 2018, 13 episodes
amazing cast and story, personally would've preferred a different ending
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81. The Gifted: Graduation
Thai Drama - 2020, 13 episodes
amazing cast and story, personally would've preferred a different ending
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82. Mulan
Chinese Movie - 2009
the most realistic adaption of the Mulan Ballad and my favorite one
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83. Kaitou Yamaneko
Japanese Drama - 2016, 10 episodes
interesting characters (especially ML) and story
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84. Our Skyy 2: A Tale of Thousand Stars
Thai Special - 2023, 2 episodes
love the special for 1000 Stars as much as the series <3
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85. Our Skyy 2: A Tale of Thousand Stars
Thai Special - 2023, 1 episode
love the special for 1000 Stars as much as the series <3
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86. Old Fashion Cupcake
Japanese Drama - 2022, 5 episodes
I only regret to not have watched it earlier, really lovely BL drama
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87. Old Fashion Cupcake Epilogue: Apple Pie
Japanese Special - 2022, 1 episode
I only regret to not have watched it earlier, really lovely BL
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88. Jai Son Rak
Thai Drama - 2024, 8 episodes
such a lovely romance story and characters, chemistry is lit
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89. Mountain Doctor
Japanese Drama - 2024, 11 episodes
gives me hard Code Blue vibes, I love it
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90. The Boyfriend
Japanese TV Show - 2024, 10 episodes
overdue dating show for gay boys, a joy to watch