64 Captivating Asian Dramas to Watch
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The Virgin PsychicsMovie · 2015 · 114m · Comedy, Science FictionA teenage virgin gains psychic abilities after a strange cosmic event. He joins a group of other young people with similar powers, and together they must protect the world from dangerous individuals with psychic abilities.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.4 - 2
Midnight RunnersMovie · 2017 · 109m · Comedy, Action, CrimeTwo unenthusiastic police recruits forge a strong bond during rigorous training. They witness a woman's abduction and, following academy protocol, report it to the police. However, the police seem unwilling to act quickly. Determined to help, the recruits decide to rescue the woman themselves.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.5 - 3
Vanishing Time: A Boy Who ReturnedMovie · 2016 · 129m · Fantasy, DramaWeeks after her friends vanish while exploring a strange cave, a young woman is contacted by a man who says he's also among the missing.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 4
Sky of LoveMovie · 2007 · 129m · Romance, DramaMika, a new high school student, begins texting a mysterious boy. She's surprised when he reveals himself to be Hiro, a delinquent at her school. But Mika is unaware that Hiro isn't the person he appears to be.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.7 - 5
Crows ExplodeMovie · 2014 · 129m · Action, Adventure, CrimeA month after Genji Takiya's graduation, a new competition for the top position at Suzuran All-Boys High School starts. Transfer student Kaburagi Kazeo challenges Kagami Ryohei for the coveted title, all while tensions rise with rival Kurosaki Industrial High.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.1 - 6
Death Note: The Last NameMovie · 2006 · 140m · Fantasy, Thriller, MysteryIn the second film, Light Yagami encounters Misa Amane, a second Kira, and her Shinigami, Rem. Light teams up with L, Teru Mikami (a Kira follower), and Kiyomi Takada (another Kira follower) to defeat L. But will Light succeed? Or will the Shinigami Ryuk determine whether Light achieves victory or faces his demise?IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 7
Yes or NoMovie · 2010 · 107m · Comedy, RomancePie, a girl used to a certain way of life, isn't sure about her new, more masculine roommate at first. However, as they spend more time together, Pie starts to develop feelings for her.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9 - 8
The Brain ManMovie · 2013 · 123m · Crime, Science Fiction, ActionA series of bombings rocks a provincial city, with the latest attack targeting a public bus. Detective Chaya pursues the terrorists and apprehends a man who displays remarkable intelligence and strength. Dr. Mariko, the psychologist assigned to evaluate him, develops a theory after his examination: Could he be incapable of feeling emotions?IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 9
Tokyo GhoulMovie · 2017 · 119m · Action, Drama, ThrillerA Tokyo college student is attacked by a ghoul, a human-like creature that feeds on people. He survives the attack, but is transformed into something part ghoul himself, forcing him to go into hiding.IMDb 5.7TMDB 7.1 - 10
L♡DKMovie · 2014 · 113m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceWhen Aoi Nishimori's parents relocate for work, she resists transferring to a new high school and chooses to live alone in an apartment. Shūsei Kugayama, a popular student at their school, becomes her neighbor. After a mishap causes the sprinkler system to activate in Shūsei’s room, he’s forced to stay with Aoi until repairs are made.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.6 - 11
Liar Game: The Final StageMovie · 2010 · 133m · Thriller, Drama, TV MovieIn Liar Game: Final Stage, players must rely on each other to succeed in the tournament. But a mysterious player known as X is secretly working to ruin everyone's chances of winning the competition.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.5 - 12
Love O2OMovie · 2016 · 105m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceA college student attempts to deepen his connection with a computer science major after developing an attraction to her abilities in an online role-playing game.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 13
Black ButlerMovie · 2014 · 119m · Horror, Fantasy, ActionIn 2020, a young woman returns from the dead as the heir to her family's powerful company. She has a mission: to avenge her parents' murder, aided by a demon who accompanies her.IMDb 6.1TMDB 7.1 - 14
Rurouni Kenshin Part II: Kyoto InfernoMovie · 2014 · 138m · Action, Adventure, DramaKenshin has found peace living with Kaoru and his friends when he's asked for help by the Meiji government. Makoto Shishio, once an assassin like Kenshin, was betrayed and left for dead. He survived and is now in Kyoto, gathering followers to challenge the new government. Despite Kaoru's protests, Kenshin agrees to go to Kyoto and prevent the country from descending into civil war.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.6 - 15
Rurouni Kenshin Part III: The Legend EndsMovie · 2014 · 135m · Action, Adventure, FantasyShishio sets out on an ironclad ship with the goal of overthrowing the government. To prevent this, Kenshin trains with his former master to master his ultimate technique.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.7 - 16
No Longer HeroineMovie · 2015 · 112m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceHatori Matsuzaki, a high school student, has a crush on her childhood friend Rita Terasaka and expects him to eventually reciprocate her feelings. However, Rita begins dating Miho Adachi. At the same time, Kosuke Hiromitsu, the school's most popular male student, shows interest in Hatori.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.6 - 17
Cheese in the TrapMovie · 2018 · 113m · Romance, DramaHong Seol, a student from a low-income background, encounters Yoo Jung, a wealthy senior at their university. Their acquaintance leads to a complicated relationship.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.6 - 18
From Me to YouMovie · 2010 · 128m · Romance, DramaOn the surface, Sawako Kuronuma appears unhappy, but she's actually an optimistic girl who admires the popular and kind Shota Kazehaya. He secretly harbors feelings for her, noticing her good nature. When Sawako befriends Chizuru and Ayane, a new girl named Kurumi declares her love for Kazehaya. Will Sawako and Kazehaya ever discover their mutual feelings?IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.2 - 19
Rurouni Kenshin Part I: OriginsMovie · 2012 · 134m · Adventure, Action, FantasyFollowing the end of the Bakumatsu war in 1868, Kenshin Himura, a former assassin, journeys across Japan wielding his sword reversed. He dedicates himself to protecting the vulnerable, striving to do so without taking lives.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.5 - 20
Ace AttorneyMovie · 2012 · 135m · Crime, Mystery, DramaThe film adapts the first game in the series, focusing on rookie defense attorney Phoenix Wright. He fights to protect his clients in a series of murder trials, confronting cases like the death of his mentor, Mia Fey, and the accusation brought by rival prosecutor Miles Edgeworth. Phoenix's key ally is Maya Fey, Mia's younger sister and a spirit medium. Mia's spirit possesses Maya's body, allowing her to communicate with Phoenix.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 21
Fullmetal AlchemistMovie · 2017 · 135m · Fantasy, Action, Science FictionDriven by grief, two alchemist brothers embark on a journey to find the legendary Philosopher's Stone. Their desperate attempt to bring their deceased mother back to life has disastrous consequences.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.4 - 22
Marrying the MafiaMovie · 2002 · 113mA promising lawyer finds himself waking up next to a stunning woman with ties to the mafia, and they both have no memory of the night before. This presents a significant complication.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 23
My Boyfriend Is Type BMovie · 2005 · 96m"My Boyfriend is Type B" is a 2005 South Korean romantic comedy based on the Japanese theory that blood type influences personality. The story centers on a heroine who is Type A – known for being reserved – and her love interest, who is Type B – often characterized as passionate but irresponsible.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.0 - 24
Baby and MeMovie · 2008 · 96m · Comedy, FamilyA disaffected high schooler's life is upended when he finds a baby in his grocery cart, along with a note insisting he is the child’s father.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 25
Flying ColorsMovie · 2015 · 117m · Comedy, DramaSayaka Kudō was a struggling high school student, consistently at the bottom of her class. After a year of intense effort, she significantly improved her academic performance, raising her deviation value from 30 to 70. This achievement allowed her to successfully gain admission to Keio University, one of Japan's most prestigious and competitive institutions.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.5 - 26
Death Note: Light Up the NEW WorldMovie · 2016 · 134m · Crime, Horror, Science FictionTen years after the conflict between Kira and L, death notes reappear, plunging the world into chaos. Tsukuru is part of a new Death Note task force, joining six other investigators including Matsuda, who worked the original Kira case. Mass killings using death notes occur in locations like Wall Street, New York, and Shibuya, Japan. Ryuzaki, L's successor, investigates these murders as well, uncovering evidence of six death notes in circulation. A computer virus called Kira spreads globally, urging the surrender of all six death notes. The individual possessing all six threatens to overwhelm the world, sparking a confrontation between those seeking Kira's return and those determined to stop them.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.4 - 27
ChiwawaMovie · 2019 · 104mChiwawa is a well-liked girl. Then, her dismembered body is discovered in Tokyo Bay. Her friends come together to honor her memory, but they discover they know nothing about her past, not even her true identity.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.8 - 28
BleachMovie · 2018 · 108m · Action, Fantasy, AdventureIchigo Kurosaki is a typical high school student with a hidden ability: he can see ghosts and fleeting images from his mother's mysterious death. His ordinary life is shattered when he encounters Rukia Kuchiki, a Soul Reaper.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.6 - 29
Ranma ½Movie · 2011 · 95m · Action, Comedy, FantasyAkane is the youngest of three daughters of Soun Tendo, who runs a martial arts dojo. Akane wants to continue her father's dojo. She is betrothed to Ranma, the son of her father’s friend Genma. Their relationship is complicated by a love-hate dynamic. Ranma is no ordinary boy; he transformed into a woman whenever cold water touches him after falling into a magical spring during training, reverting to male form with warm water. When Akane's father announces the dojo's successor must be male, Akane and Ranma must find a secret spring to break the curse.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.8 - 30
SpellboundMovie · 2011 · 114m · Horror, Comedy, FantasyA magician encounters an unusual young woman and invites her to join his magic act. Over the course of a year, he gets to know her better, and begins to develop feelings for her, even as she struggles with personal difficulties.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.5 - 31
The TigerMovie · 2015 · 139m · Action, History, AdventureKorea, 1925. Facing the oppressive rule of Japanese colonizers, the last tiger is ordered to be killed. The tiger initially overpowers those sent to hunt him, but a renowned hunter then takes up the challenge.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.7 - 32
Liar Game: RebornMovie · 2012 · 131m · Drama, TV Movie, MysteryThe Liar Game is back, and this time the target is Shin'ichi Akiyama. Despite his repeated refusals, Shin'ichi is drawn into the game by a new participant, Shinomiya. He joins 19 other players vying for a two billion yen prize. Omega has revived the game, orchestrating it from the Liar Game office with Alice, who designs the challenges and selects the players.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 33
HeroMovie · 2007 · 130mAfter six years away, D.A. Kuryu Kohei (Kimura Takuya) returns to his old office in the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office as a major crisis approaches. Kohei's first case involves a seemingly straightforward situation: a security guard with blonde hair had confessed to manslaughter, but now retracts his statement and hires prominent lawyer Gamo (Matsumoto Koshiro). It becomes clear the guard is crucial to a major political corruption investigation, and the outcome of his trial will have significant consequences. Under intense scrutiny from the media, politicians, and a special investigative team, Kohei must carefully navigate the case to uncover the truth.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 34
Crows ZeroMovie · 2007 · 130m · Action, Comedy, CrimeAt Suzuran High, students vie for the prestigious King of School title. A former yakuza member, now working as a hitman, is tasked with assassinating the son of a powerful criminal. However, the assignment forces him to confront his past, as the target's son deeply reminds him of his own youth.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 35
Death Note: L Change the WorLdMovie · 2008 · 128m · Fantasy, Action, ThrillerAnyone whose name is written in the Death Note will die. Faced with a particularly difficult case, L has just 23 days to find the killer. And, without his usual partner Watari, L must solve the case alone for the first time.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 36
BakumanMovie · 2015 · 119m · Drama, ComedyMoritaka Mashiro plans a conventional life: graduating, then working in an office, a path different from his late, overworked manga artist uncle. His plans shift when he falls for a girl at school who dreams of being a voice actress. She proposes marriage, but only once they both reach their goals. Inspired, Moritaka partners with classmate Akito Takagi to publish their first manga.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.4 - 37
12 Suicidal TeensMovie · 2019 · 118m · Mystery, DramaTwelve teenagers meet at a deserted hospital, each seeking death for their own reasons. They discover the body of a recently deceased boy and decide to investigate his killer. As they search for answers, the group reveals the personal motivations behind their desire to die.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.4 - 38
Crows Zero IIMovie · 2009 · 133m · Action, Adventure, CrimeGenji and his G.P.S. alliance encounter a new threat: the students of Hosen Academy, known as 'The Army of Killers.' The two schools have a long history of rivalry, and old resentments are about to erupt, ending the fragile peace they've maintained.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 39
Chihayafuru: Part IMovie · 2016 · 111m · Romance, Comedy, DramaIn sixth grade, Chihaya Ayase meets Arata Wataya, a new transfer student from Fukui. Chihaya has been friends with Taichi Mashima since childhood. Arata bonds with Chihaya and Taichi through the card game karuta. Four years later, as high school students, Chihaya discovers Arata has stopped playing karuta after returning to Fukui. Hoping to reconnect, Chihaya and Taichi establish a karuta club at their school, believing they will see him again.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.2 - 40
Paradise KissMovie · 2011 · 124m · Drama, RomanceYukari wants to get into the college her mother desires. She encounters a flamboyant group passionate about fashion who are looking for a model, and Yukari is their perfect match. This introduces her to the world of fashion and modeling, helping her discover what she truly wants.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.1 - 41
Death NoteMovie · 2006 · 126m · Fantasy, Mystery, ThrillerLight Yagami discovers a notebook that allows him to kill anyone whose name is written in it. Believing he can build a perfect world by eliminating criminals, he begins a secret campaign of death. The world's top detective, known only as "L," is brought in to investigate the mysterious killings. A high-stakes battle of wits ensues between Light and L, with the ultimate prize being control over the fate of humanity.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 42
Princess JellyfishMovie · 2014 · 126mTsukimi, a shy and introverted illustrator with a fascination for jellyfish, is nothing like the princess she imagines herself to be. Her uneventful life with quirky roommates who are deeply devoted to their unusual hobbies is disrupted when she brings home a rescued sea jelly and a beauty queen – who is secretly a man. This unexpected arrival threatens the roommates' carefully constructed, isolated world. Determined to save their haven, the beauty queen motivates the anxious group to strive for success. Will Tsukimi embrace this opportunity for growth, or will things fall apart?IMDb 6.2TMDB 7.2 - 43
The WarriorMovie · 2001 · 155mIn 1375, Korea, then known as Coryo, sent a large delegation – diplomats, soldiers, and a slave – to the Chinese court seeking peace with the newly established Yuan Dynasty. Instead, the delegation is accused of espionage and exiled to a desolate desert.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 44
Attack on Titan II: End of the WorldMovie · 2015 · 87m · Horror, Science Fiction, ActionEren Yeager journeys to repair a breach in Wall Maria, shattered by Titans. He's ambushed and overwhelmed by the creatures, but Shikishima intervenes. The relentless Titan attacks continue, leaving Eren injured. He desperately tries to shield Armin, but is ultimately devoured by a Titan. A Titan with black hair then appears, driving back the other Titans.IMDb 4.7TMDB 6.2 - 45
The Liar and His LoverMovie · 2013 · 117m · Music, RomanceThis film tells the story of a relationship between Aki, a 25-year-old sound engineer, and Riko, a gifted 16-year-old high school student with a remarkable voice. Aki, a member of the popular band "Crude Play," leaves the group right before they are set to release their first major record. He continues to provide music for Crude Play under the pseudonym Soichiro. As Aki and Riko begin dating, she is unaware of his past. She enjoys listening to him hum, while also being part of a band with her childhood friends Yuichi and Sota. Eventually, Riko is discovered by producer Soichiro.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.6 - 46
Fabricated CityMovie · 2017 · 126m · Action, Thriller, CrimeKwon Yoo is out of work, but he's a top leader in a virtual game. Suddenly, he's accused of murder. To clear his name, Kwon Yoo teams up with hacker Yeo-wool and they work together to solve the mystery.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.7 - 47
Nodame Cantabile: The Movie IMovie · 2009 · 122mChiaki, an ambitious conductor, struggles to lead an orchestra of temporary musicians. His girlfriend, Nodame, encourages him as he strives to pass a crucial exam at their music conservatory. Can Chiaki revitalize the struggling orchestra and begin his career? And what future awaits Nodame and Chiaki's relationship?IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 48
My Annoying BrotherMovie · 2016 · 110m · Drama, ComedyTo get out of prison, a con artist agrees to parole on the condition that he cares for his brother. His brother is an athlete who has recently become blind.IMDb 7.3TMDB 8.0 - 49
HeroMovie · 2015 · 120mProsecutor Kohei Kuryu is assigned a case complicated by the involvement of a foreign embassy that holds the key to solving it. The case has stalled due to jurisdictional issues protecting the embassy. A crisis then develops, prompting Kuryu and his team to try to uncover the truth hidden within the Neustrian Embassy.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 50
Gokusen: The MovieMovie · 2009 · 118mKumiko Yamaguchi, known as Yankumi, is the teacher of Akado High School's Class 3D, a group of students who remain resistant to her efforts. This is the concluding episode of the Japanese television series, bringing together current and former members of Class 3D.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.5 - 51
Memoir of a MurdererMovie · 2017 · 118m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerA man with a history as a serial killer is now battling Alzheimer's disease. He must protect his daughter from her new boyfriend, whose true nature is unsettlingly unclear. The boyfriend may also be a serial killer.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4 - 52
Shoot Me in the HeartMovie · 2015 · 101mFollowing his mother's death, a young man experiences the onset of schizophrenia. While at a psychiatric hospital, he connects with another patient and together they devise an escape plan.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.6 - 53
My Little MonsterMovie · 2018 · 105m · Romance, Comedy, DramaHaru Yoshida, a troubled student, finds himself seated next to the reserved and diligent Shizuku Mizutani in class. Lacking other friends, they begin to connect and form a bond. Haru develops romantic feelings for Shizuku and confesses his love. The story explores whether Haru and Shizuku will find lasting happiness together.IMDb 6.0TMDB 7.5 - 54
The Sword with No NameMovie · 2009 · 124m · Drama, Action, HistoryIn the Joseon dynasty, headhunter Mu Myeong falls for Lady Ja Yeong, who is destined to become Empress Myseongseong. Years later, Ja Yeong enters the royal palace to marry King Gojong. Still harboring feelings for her, Mu Myeong becomes her personal bodyguard, hoping to be closer to her.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 55
Hana Yori Dango: FinalMovie · 2008 · 131m · Romance, Comedy, DramaIt's been four years since Tsukasa Dōmyōji proposed to Tsukushi Makino at her high school prom, and he has now announced their engagement to the world. During a family dinner celebrating the engagement, Dōmyōji’s mother, who previously disapproved of the relationship, gifts Tsukushi a tiara valued at approximately 10 billion yen. That night, the tiara is stolen! Dōmyōji and Tsukushi embark on a global quest to recover it, traveling to Las Vegas, Hong Kong, and a deserted island in search of the legendary tiara said to "bring eternal love." Meanwhile, what are the former members of "F4" doing now that they have gone their separate ways?IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.9 - 56
Lock-On LoveMovie · 2018 · 95mA charming but clueless man with striking looks falls for a woman who seems unattainable.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.7 - 57
Wolf Girl and Black PrinceMovie · 2016 · 116m · RomanceErika Shinohara, a first-year high school student, fabricates a story about having a boyfriend while chatting with friends. As her fabricated tale unravels, Erika finds herself increasingly reliant on lies. Spotting an attractive young man on the street, she secretly takes his picture and presents it to her friends as her boyfriend. The person in the photo is Kyouya Sata, a fellow student. Desperate, Erika asks Kyouya to pose as her boyfriend. Despite his good looks, Kyouya harbors a hidden darkness.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.5 - 58
A Frozen FlowerMovie · 2008 · 133m · DramaThis historical drama explores the bond between a king and his personal bodyguard during the Koryo dynasty.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 59
A Werewolf BoyMovie · 2012 · 122m · Romance, FantasyA surprising phone call leads an older woman back to the country cottage where she grew up. There, recollections of an orphaned boy she knew decades ago resurface.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.6 - 60
100 Days with Mr. ArrogantMovie · 2004 · 95m · Comedy, RomanceJust before their 100-day anniversary, Ha-young is broken up with by her boyfriend. While kicking a can, she accidentally hits a college student named Hyung-joon, scratching his Lexus. He immediately demands she pay him $3000 to cover the damages.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.5 - 61
Your Lie in AprilMovie · 2016 · 122m · Drama, Music, RomanceKousei Arima was a child prodigy, relentlessly trained by his mother to be a perfect pianist. After her death, he loses his ability to hear the sound of the piano. He meets Kaori Miyazono, a spirited violinist, through his childhood friend Tsubaki Sawabe. Kaori helps Kousei confront his music once more, but she is hiding something.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 62
Chihayafuru: Part IIMovie · 2016 · 112mFollowing their victory in the Tokyo qualifying tournament, Chihaya and her friends are advancing to the national karuta competition. Amidst their preparations, Chihaya confronts personal challenges as Arata, her childhood friend and inspiration, announces his retirement from competitive karuta. Adding to the pressure, a formidable new rival appears in Shinobu Wakamiya, the reigning female champion and a karuta prodigy who has already achieved international recognition as a ninth grader. These events compel Chihaya to reconsider her passion for the game while preparing for the year's most important tournament.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.7 - 63
HachikoMovie · 1987 · 107m · Drama, FamilyHachikō is a story about a loyal Akita dog and his close friendship with his owner, Professor Ueno. The film follows their lives in 1920s Japan, showing the strong connection they share. Their bond is tested when Professor Ueno unexpectedly dies.
Despite his master's absence, Hachikō continues to return to the train station every day, waiting for his return. His unwavering loyalty becomes a symbol of hope and inspires those who see him.
The movie explores the powerful relationship between humans and animals, highlighting the enduring impact a pet can have, even during difficult times. It’s a touching story about devotion and remembrance.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8
