< Well Executed: Mystery/Thriller >
Mystery/Thriller that I've found interestingly executed and work well for me.
A captivating mystery doesn't necessarily rely solely on surprise; while that certainly enhances the experience, there are other crucial elements that contribute to its quality. The narrative style, cinematography, acting, and timeline are all vital components that truly determine the success of a mystery. Unfortunately, more often than not, the intrigue is executed poorly, resulting in a disappointing outcome.
Feel free to recommend titles to try!
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![100-manen no Onna-tachi]()
1. 100-manen no Onna-tachi
Japanese Drama - 2017, 12 episodes
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![3 Nen A Gumi: Ima kara Mina-san wa, Hitojichi Desu]()
2. 3 Nen A Gumi: Ima kara Mina-san wa, Hitojichi Desu
Japanese Drama - 2019, 10 episodes
I translated this drama so that's maybe why I didn't enjoy it as much as most people. But Masaki delivers an impressive performance as usual!
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![All of Us Are Dead]()
3. All of Us Are Dead
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
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![Anata no Ban Desu]()
4. Anata no Ban Desu
Japanese Drama - 2019, 10 episodes
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![Bad Genius]()
5. Bad Genius
Thai Movie - 2017
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![Black & White]()
6. Black & White
Taiwanese Drama - 2009, 24 episodes
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![Blind]()
7. Blind
Korean Movie - 2011
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![Bloody Monday]()
8. Bloody Monday
Japanese Drama - 2008, 11 episodes
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![Bump Off Lover]()
9. Bump Off Lover
Taiwanese Drama - 2006, 14 episodes
Just like Autumn's Concerto, Bump Off Love has a lot of scenarists and it shows.
An excellent thriller with all the expected elements to make it work. -
![Cold Fish]()
10. Cold Fish
Japanese Movie - 2011
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![Door Lock]()
11. Door Lock
Korean Movie - 2018
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![Drama Special Series Season 1: White Christmas]()
12. Drama Special Series Season 1: White Christmas
Korean Special - 2011, 8 episodes
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![Flower of Evil]()
13. Flower of Evil
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
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![Girl from Nowhere: The Series]()
14. Girl from Nowhere: The Series
Thai Drama - 2018, 13 episodes
Ever wanted to see social justice done
right, i mean wrong? Immerse yourself in this lakorn who shows Nano's way of justice. Each episode is a different story but- You might still want to watch chronologically for some background on Nano. -
![Healer]()
15. Healer
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
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![Himizu]()
16. Himizu
Japanese Movie - 2012
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![Ikebukuro West Gate Park]()
17. Ikebukuro West Gate Park
Japanese Drama - 2000, 11 episodes
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![Imawa no Kuni no Arisu Season 1]()
18. Imawa no Kuni no Arisu Season 1
Japanese Drama - 2020, 8 episodes
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![Kai Duan]()
19. Kai Duan
Chinese Drama - 2022, 15 episodes
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![Kasane]()
20. Kasane
Japanese Movie - 2018
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![Kazoku Game]()
21. Kazoku Game
Japanese Drama - 2013, 10 episodes
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![Koko Nyushi]()
22. Koko Nyushi
Japanese Drama - 2012, 13 episodes
This drama could have been better and almost didn't make it into this list but since it's a rare huis-clos that only happens during ONE night, I thought it was worth adding it.
It was still a very interesting watch.
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![Liar Game]()
23. Liar Game
Japanese Drama - 2007, 11 episodes
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![Model Taxi]()
24. Model Taxi
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
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![MR. BRAIN]()
25. MR. BRAIN
Japanese Drama - 2009, 8 episodes
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![Mystery to Iunakare]()
26. Mystery to Iunakare
Japanese Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
A beautiful drama about broken people living in a broken system.
> It's not a thriller at all, it's mystery/slice of life. -
![Not Me]()
27. Not Me
Thai Drama - 2021, 14 episodes
Probably the only BL that will make it to this list, but not for the reasons you think.
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![Old Boy]()
28. Old Boy
Korean Movie - 2003
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![P.S. I Hate You]()
29. P.S. I Hate You
Thai Drama - 2022, 18 episodes
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![Parasite]()
30. Parasite
Korean Movie - 2019
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![Penthouse]()
31. Penthouse
Korean Drama - 2020, 21 episodes
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![Quartet]()
32. Quartet
Japanese Drama - 2017, 10 episodes
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![Runaway - Aisuru Kimi no Tame ni]()
33. Runaway - Aisuru Kimi no Tame ni
Japanese Drama - 2011, 9 episodes
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![Someday or One Day]()
34. Someday or One Day
Taiwanese Drama - 2019, 13 episodes
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![Soumatou Kabushikigaisha]()
35. Soumatou Kabushikigaisha
Japanese Drama - 2012, 10 episodes
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![Squid Games]()
36. Squid Games
Korean Drama - 2021, 9 episodes
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![Strange Circus]()
37. Strange Circus
Japanese Movie - 2005
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![Suepsandan]()
38. Suepsandan
Thai Drama - 2024, 7 episodes
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![Sympathy For Lady Vengeance]()
39. Sympathy For Lady Vengeance
Korean Movie - 2005
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![Tawun Thud Burapah]()
40. Tawun Thud Burapah
Thai Drama - 2015, 17 episodes
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![The Debut - The Series]()
41. The Debut - The Series
Thai Drama - 2021, 13 episodes
Well that's what you can call an unexpected ending. I'm just speechless about everything. It's amazing how you love then hate all the characters.
The only issue I've found is that it's hard to tell how much time passes, it looks like months but apparently it's years? It's hard to tell when Fame really start to get famous. And MiuMiu's extensions?? Also Ble? He's pretty much useless to the story, probably the least supportive boyfriend I've seen. Well I guess it is kind of realistic in a way lol. Kla... Well I think everyone said enough about him already, I will leave that to the comments in spoiler.
Everything was excellent, I really have no complains. Even with the issue above, I think it was perfectly executed and had me thrilled all the way to the very end. -
![The Outrage]()
42. The Outrage
Thai Movie - 2011
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![The Spy Gone North]()
43. The Spy Gone North
Korean Movie - 2018
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![The World of Kanako]()
44. The World of Kanako
Japanese Movie - 2014
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![Vreemdelingen uit hel]()
45. Vreemdelingen uit hel
Korean Drama - 2019, 10 episodes
This drama was confusing and was mostly saved by the amazing performances the actors delivered.
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![Watashitachi wa Douka Shiteiru]()
46. Watashitachi wa Douka Shiteiru
Japanese Drama - 2020, 8 episodes
Interesting mystery with beautiful photography & casting. I also really enjoyed the history and art of wagashi.
