Project Y

Action, crime, thriller movies with a capable and badass female lead (or leads as for project y).
Same main actress (Jeon Jong Seo), she stars alongside Han Sohee who was the female lead in My Name which is not too different from Ballerina/Project Y
nice cinematography/visuals

Similarities:
- Same Actress: Han So Hee
- Parent's Death
- Both South Korean Dramas
- Both lean into crime,and danger
- They focus on betrayal, loyalty, identity and survival
- Have a dark, gritty atmosphere
- Involve themes of loss, survival, and emotional pain
- Crime/Thriller elements
- Both give off a serious, mature tone rather than romance/comedy vibes


Different:
- Project Y is a movie, and My Name is an 8 episode drama
- My Name is darker and more physically intense
- Project Y appears more emotional and psychological
- My Name feels more like a revenge-action story
- My Name mostly follows one person’s journey
-Project Y is expected to focus more on multiple female leads together
- My Name has a long series format with gradual development
- Project Y seems more focused on crime, survival and relationships between characters

Why Similar: Signal combines crime thriller elements with a complex narrative involving secret investigations and mysterious events. The show also features an intriguing storyline with twists and turns.
Plot: Detectives from different time periods communicate through a mysterious walkie-talkie to solve cold cases and prevent crimes.

Why Similar: This series involves high-stakes heists and complex plans, similar to the strategic elements in Project Y. The show offers a mix of action and suspense with a gripping storyline.
Plot: A group of robbers with distinct codenames plan and execute a massive heist in a unified Korea.

Why Similar: The Guest blends supernatural elements with a suspenseful narrative, creating an intense atmosphere. The show’s themes of uncovering hidden truths align with the conspiracy elements in Project Y.
Plot: A priest, a detective, and a shaman team up to fight against evil spirits and uncover dark secrets.

Why Similar: Vagabond follows a similar action-packed and suspenseful storyline involving covert operations and high-stakes conspiracies. The show features intense action scenes and a gripping plot.
Plot: A stuntman discovers a hidden conspiracy behind a plane crash and embarks on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth.

Reason: This series offers a mix of comedy and mystery with a detective duo solving complex cases, creating a dynamic and engaging storyline similar to the investigative elements of Project Y.

Reason: This drama involves high-stakes action and intrigue, similar to Project Y. It follows a high-profile detective and his team as they deal with crimes that affect the elite class.