Underrated Gems I'd Recommend

List of titles that I believe are rather underrated (aka I don't hear much talk about them at all) and would recommend. 

In no particular order. 

Arclei Jan 5, 2024
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  • Assassin Academy

    1. Assassin Academy

    Chinese Drama - 2021, 18 episodes

    8.5

    Genres: Action, Thriller, Historical, Comedy

    Surprisingly good for a short drama? Not at the same budget or quality level as the others but a good, quick watch. Interesting characters and story, good pacing and a rather unique take 

  • Bad Guys

    2. Bad Guys

    Thai Drama - 2022, 12 episodes

    9.5

    Genres: Action, Thriller, Psychological, Crime

    So fricking good? Great chemistry amongst all mcs, interesting storyline, nice cinematography, fun and unique characters, refreshing locations, the whole package, really.

    ⚠ Warning: Not for the faint of heart

  • Ripe Town

    3. Ripe Town

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 12 episodes

    8.5

    Genres: Historical, Mystery 

    Visually absolutely breathtaking. Stellar cinematography, performances, locations and characters! Only downside is the story took a turn for the worst around the midpoint. 

    Full Review by me

  • Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty

    4. Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 36 episodes

    9.0

    Genres: Mystery, Horror, Wuxia, Fantasy

    Once again, a visual masterpiece. So beautifully shot, 10/10 performances from everyone, interesting cases, good chemistry, good story- No complaints, really 

  • Fuujinshi

    5. Fuujinshi

    Japanese Drama - 2022, 9 episodes

    9.0

    Genres: Action, Mystery, Fantasy 

    So unique? Dark urban fantasy done right! Very interesting plot, setup, antagonist, pacing and characters (and so much whump). And those fight scenes?!? Absolutely incredible!! The only downside is the fact that it's short which does ultimately sacrifice a bit of the story but still so very worth it! 

    Full review by me

  • Wisher

    6. Wisher

    Chinese Drama - 2021, 12 episodes

    8.0

    Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Sci-Fi, Youth

    Stunning AND interesting!! Unlike any cdrama premise I've heard before. Very interesting set-up, locations and premise (futuristic scifi? Sign me up!). Interesting & flawed characters (ungodly levels of stupid tho), good pacing, good chemistry, good acting, stellar cinematography. The story did end up being somewhat underwhelming near the end, though.

    Full review by me

  • Parallel World

    7. Parallel World

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 38 episodes

    9.0

    Still watching...

    Genres: Thriller, Romance, Drama, Fantasy

    Unique affff. Fantasy/sci-fi bordering on absurdism. Unique premise, setting and plot, fun and entertaining characters portrayed excellently- Only downside so far is the slow pacing

  • The Legend of Zhuohua

    8. The Legend of Zhuohua

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 40 episodes

    9.5

    Genres: Historical, Mystery, Romance, Drama 

    So beautiful. Amazing OST, strong FL, Older man x younger woman done RIGHT, nicely shot, beauitful costumes, interesting message, realistic portrayals, feminism, varied and unique characters, female villains, and interesting plot!

  • The Leaking Bookstore

    9. The Leaking Bookstore

    Taiwanese Drama - 2022, 10 episodes

    9.5

    Still watching... 

    Genres: Thriller, Mystery

    Beautiful cinematography, interesting setup & characters, great performances. Everything feels quite realistic and genuine. 

    ⚠ Warning: Not for the faint of heart

  • Hail to the Princess

    10. Hail to the Princess

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 20 episodes

    9.0

    Genres: Historical, Romance, Drama 

    Minidrama so well crafted and unique!! Great story, unique characters, interesting plot, unusual world, etc! A pleasant surprise! 

  • B-Class Cultural Heritage

    11. B-Class Cultural Heritage

    Japanese Movie - 2014

    9.5

    Genres: Action, Thriller, Comedy, Sci-Fi 

    A glorified sci-fi skateboarding sequence in the best way!! Not only was it beautifully shot, but the skateboarding was epic and the premise was hilarious! 

  • Summer, Bus

    12. Summer, Bus

    Korean Movie - 2017

    10

    Genres: Life, Youth, Drama

    I honestly have nothing bad to say. It was a simple and thoroughly heartwarming treat of a short film <33

  • AORB

    13. AORB

    Korean Special - 2019, 1 episode

    8.5

    Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Fantasy 

    Dystopian scifi story with spectacular filmography. Most intriguing aspect is obviously the choose-the-ending part, which was quite interesting and unlike anything I've seen before.

  • The Other Half of Me and You

    14. The Other Half of Me and You

    Chinese Drama - 2021, 32 episodes

    8.5
  • Dong Lan Xue

    15. Dong Lan Xue

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 30 episodes

    9.0

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