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Breaking away from the typical romance clichés, Chinese crime dramas with their mind-bending mysteries offer a refreshing twist for fans of Chinese cinema. Let's dive into some of the best Chinese crime dramas in the article below!
Best Chinese Crime Dramas
Compilation of the best Chinese crime dramas today
1. Seven Years Looking North (2019)
Genre: TV series, Romance, Legal, Crime
Release Date: 04/10/2019
Duration: 37 episodes, 40 minutes/episode
Starring: Dylan, Tony
=> Watch the drama Seven Years Looking North on TV360
Seven Years Looking North revolves around the love story of forensic expert Lục Bắc Thần and doctor Cố Sơ, along with the familiar crime-solving pattern of Chinese detective dramas.
Right from the beginning segments, the series unveils the tight connection between the present and the past of the two main characters. Through bizarre cases, viewers can somewhat imagine the inexplicable secrets hidden in the past of Bắc Thần and Cố Sơ...
The Chinese crime drama 'Seven Years Looking North' portrays numerous gruesome murder cases. Watching the series demands viewers to have a strong mindset unless they want to be haunted mentally.
2. Spiritual Medicine (2019)
Genre: Crime, Detective
Release Date: 20/11/2019
Duration: 36 episodes, 60 minutes/episode
Director: Cung Triều Huy
Starring: Tống Dật, Nhiếp Viễn
=> Watch the drama Spiritual Medicine on TV360
Spiritual Medicine is one of the best Chinese crime detective series, receiving significant attention up to the current moment.
Structured around the crime-solving pattern, detective genre. Through the main character Chu Minh Xuyên decoding intriguing cases seemingly without answers.
The intriguing aspect of the film perhaps lies in the bizarre death scene of a man. Diagnosed with leukemia, it turns out the perpetrator is none other than his wife.
To slowly kill her husband, the wife uses a radioactive stone as poison. Due to frequent contact with the stone, the husband develops leukemia. And there are many other mind-boggling, thrilling cases waiting for you to follow!
3. National Detective - My Roommate Is A Detective (2020)
Genre: Crime, Adventure
IMDb Rating:8.2/10
Release Date: 24/03/2020
Duration: 36 episodes, 45 minutes/episode
Starring: Hồ Nhất Thiên, Trương Vân Long, Tiêu Yến
=> Watch the series National Detective on iQIYI
One of the must-watch Chinese detective dramas is National Detective.
The story revolves around the young master Lộ Nghiêu. Possessing exceptional IQ, Lộ Nghiêu catches the attention of the police department. The chief detective personally invites him as a consultant despite just returning from studying abroad. Thanks to his high IQ and logical analysis, Lộ Nghiêu has achieved many successes in solving mysterious, supernatural, and even paranormal cases.
4. Steel Evidence - Forensic Heroes (2006)
Genre: Crime, Detective, Action
IMDb Rating:7.5/10
Release Date: 13/06/2006
Duration: 25 episodes, 45 minutes/episode
Director: Trần Chí Giang
Starring:Âu Dương Chấn Hoa, Lâm Văn Long, Mông Gia Tuệ, Chung Gia Hân, Hàn Mã Lợi
Forensic Heroes is a Hong Kong police drama aired on TVB, depicting the investigative journey of the West Nine Dragons CID team.
In the beginning, viewers will witness the peak crime-solving performances of two seasoned female inspectors, Lương Tiểu Nhu and Mã Quốc Anh. Their forensic advisor includes Cổ Trạch Thâm and Cao Ngạn Bác.
Through astute judgments and logical deductions, the investigative team unveils a series of crimes, evoking various emotions from anger to heartache for the audience.
5. Witness Insecurity (2012)
Genre: Crime, Action
IMDb Rating:7.6/10
Release Date: 02/06/2012
Duration: 20 episodes, 45 minutes/episode
Director: Lưu Gia Hào
Starring: Huỳnh Tông Trạch, Chung Gia Hân
=> Watch the series Witness Insecurity on VieON
Witness Insecurity is one of the intense Chinese crime dramas with compelling romantic elements intertwined.
The main character revolves around Hứa Vỹ Sâm - the director of the witness protection department. One day, he is tasked with protecting the daughter of a wealthy businessman - Kiều Tử Lâm.
After spending time with the stubborn young lady, Vỹ Sâm realizes that Tử Lâm is truly pitiful. He decides to help her overcome her illness and live a more positive life.
Just as love is blossoming, the dark past of Tử Lâm's father begins to surface. Faced with the dilemma between love and the law, how will Hứa Vỹ Sâm handle it?
6. Mind Game (2015)
Genre: Crime, Drama, Action
Release Date: 07/05/2015
Duration: 30 episodes, 45 minutes/episode
Director: Lưu Kiến Khôi
Starring: Bạch Vi Tú, Thái Kỳ Tuệ, Trịnh Bân Huy
Mind Game - the once-famous Chinese crime drama. The story revolves around Lương Văn Kiệt - a lawyer's assistant with exceptional talent. With Kiệt's advice, the police department has often found crucial clues.
While the plot leans towards detective and crime, the series won't feel dry or boring. The romantic segments of the male lead promise to bring a variety of emotions for the audience.
7. Blind Detective (2013)
Genre: Crime, Detective
IMDb Rating:6.4/10
Release Date: 19/05/2013
Duration: 129 minutes
Director: Johnnie To
Starring: Andy Lau, Sammi Cheng
=> Watch the movie Blind Detective on Netflix
Blind Detective unveils highly serious and seemingly interconnected mysterious cases.
10 years later, the case of missing young girls remains a puzzle. To uncover the truth, blind detective Trang Sĩ Đốn embarks on an investigation...
8. Under The Power (2020)
Genre: Crime, Historical, Romance
Release Date: 28/12/2019
Duration: 55 episodes, 45 minutes/episode
Director: Doãn Đào
Starring: Nhậm Gia Luân, Đàm Tùng Vận, Hàn Đống
=> Watch the series Under The Power on FPT Play
=> Listen to the soundtrack of Under The Power on Nhaccuatui.com
Under The Power - one of the best Chinese historical dramas of 2020 revolving around crime-solving. The plot is intriguing as it intertwines detective elements with a fascinating love story of the main characters. Lục Dịch is a cold, upright Inspector and Viên Kim Hạ - a charming, righteous coroner.
The series recreates many intriguing cases, keeping viewers on their toes. Experience it yourself and you'll surely have unforgettable impressions.
9. Miss Truth (2020)
Genre: Crime, Historical
Duration: 36 episodes, 45 minutes/episode
Directors: Ngô Thiên Qua, Diệp Điền
Starring: Chu Khiết Quỳnh, Lý Trình Bân, Bùi Tử Thiêm
=> Watch the series Miss Truth on VieOn
=> Listen to the soundtrack of Miss Truth on Nhaccuatui.com
Đại Đường Nữ Pháp Y follows the story of the main female character, Nhiễm Nhan, in a historical Chinese detective drama. To fulfill her dream of becoming a coroner and seeking revenge for her mother, she has put in tremendous effort.
With her innate talent, Nhiễm Nhan solves many puzzling cases, leading to the discovery of a mysterious murder organization. At the peak of her career, she becomes the target of an assassination plot by her assistant. Will Nhiễm Nhan escape this peril?
10. Who Is The Murderer Original (2021)
Genre: Crime, Action
Release Date: 05/12/2021
Duration: 16 episodes, 40 minutes/episode
Director: Tôn Hạo
Starring: Triệu Lệ Dĩnh, Đổng Tử Kiện, Tiêu Ương
=>Visit the Link to watch Who Is The Murderer on iQIYI here.
'Who Is The Murderer?' is one of the thrilling Chinese crime projects. It portrays the crimes committed by highly professional offenders.
The scenes unfold as the investigative team grapples with a murder case that occurred in 2000 in Hai Chau City. The victims were all injected with drugs before being killed, and the perpetrator's methods were extremely cruel.
Through the testimonies of witnesses, the investigative team discovers that each person harbors secrets within. Will they catch the murderer? Who is behind these conspiracies? The 16-episode series will reveal the hidden aspects of the case to the audience.
=>Watch The City of Chaos on iQIYI.
Genre: Crime, Action, Drama
IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
Duration: 24 episodes, 45 minutes/episode
Director: Liu Shu Xiao
Starring: Li Quang Hao, Luong Van Khang, Li Thanh Man
=> Watch The City of Chaos on iQIYI.
The City of Chaos belongs to the genre of Chinese action crime dramas, depicting the journey of an undercover cop infiltrating a drug cartel to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a colleague.
The film kicks off when a police officer from the crime-fighting squad mysteriously disappears. His colleague, Lac Gia, is tasked with going undercover in the underworld to investigate.
At the base of the drug traffickers, Lac Gia befriends a prison officer. Together, they decide to collaborate to uncover the force manipulating all activities of this underworld.
12. Deceive The World
Genre: Crime, Adventure
Duration: 24 episodes, 45 minutes/episode
Director: Chu Thanh Khai
Starring: Cao Nhan, Luu Duong, Pham Mong, Tieu Vu Luong
Debate Across the World revolves around a team of insurance investigators. It's a gripping Chinese crime drama, meticulously crafted with talented actors.
With the goal of exposing financial scams, four individuals including Phuong Nguyen, Miro, La Han, and Nuu Mong have formed an investigative agency called Hundred Eagles.
Confronting cunning criminals, can the team achieve their objective? How are the threads of these interconnected cases linked together?
So there you have it, I've introduced you to the top 12 best Chinese crime dramas currently leading the rankings. Don't hesitate, start watching now! Wishing you all a fun time watching!
