Movies and TvShows featuring "eccentric-male-lead" theme.
My Girlfriend is an Alien is a Chinese TV show that tells the story of an alien who crash-lands on Earth and ends up in a love triangle with a CEO and an actress. The alien, Chai Xiao Qi, loses her powers and has to rely on the CEO, Fang Leng, to help her find a way to return to her planet. As they spend time together, they develop feelings for each other, leading to a complicated and humorous romance.
The story mainly takes place in the four states of water, wind, earth and fire in the spiritual world; and revolves around the lords (wangjues)' fight for truth and honor.
Doctor John is a TV show about a brilliant doctor who has a tragic past and an eccentric personality. He works at a hospital and treats patients with incurable diseases. Along with his colleagues, he navigates through various medical cases and deals with personal struggles, including PTSD and a teacher-student relationship. The show explores themes of trauma, euthanasia, and the complexities of the medical field.
In the final years of the reign of Jiajing Emperor during the Ming Dynasty, Lu Yi of the Jing Yi Wei is commissioned to investigate the disappearance of funds that have been set aside for river repairs in Yangzhou. He is assisted by Yuan Jin Xia of the Liushanmen. The two accidentally become involved in a conspiracy. The talented female constable Yuan Jin Xia gets into a disagreement with the hot-tempered Jin Yi Wei Lu Yi over a case that they are both involved in. Jin Xia thought that she'd never encounter Lu Yi again in this lifetime, yet fate has its way of bringing two people back together. Government funds have been stolen and Jin Xia receives orders to assist Lu Yi in his investigation. They are unable to get along at first but learn to work together through the hardships. Eventually, they develop feelings for each other to become lovers. However, things go awry when the truth about the past comes to light. Jin Xia is the orphan of the Xia Yan case from many years ago and she bears the burdens of the bloodshed that destroyed her family. (Source: ChineseDrama.info) ~~ Adapted from a novel of the same name by Lan Se Shi
A story that follows Wang Lu, a young genius, who enters the Spirit Blade Sect and embarks on an unconventional journey towards immortal cultivation. The Spirit Blade Sect was established in the year 4233. Through years of producing martial arts prodigies, it has been hailed as one of the five great sects. As the nine continents face a crisis, a genius by the name of Wang Lu joins the Spirit Blade Sect and comes under the tutelage Wang Wu. Despite Wang Wu's beauty, she is hundreds of years in age. Famous for having a sharp tongue and an erratic temper, she and her disciple Wang Lu engage in endless squabbles while trudging on a path to becoming the strongest sage in all the lands. Adapted from the manga "Spirit Blade Mountain" written by Xian Man Dong Man.
Min Jae-Hee is a middle aged woman. She is a housewife who has devoted her life to her family, but her family gets destroyed. Min Jae-Hee is furious at the world. Through a mysterious perfume, Min Jae-Hee's appearance suddenly changes to a beautiful young woman. She becomes a model with her new youthful appearance. Min Jae-Hee meets Seo Yi-Do. He is a successful fashion designer, but a mean spirited person.
He Who Can't Marry revolves around a middle-aged single man named Shinsuke, who has a severe case of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Despite his successful career, Shinsuke struggles with the idea of marriage due to his eccentricities. He finds himself in various comedic situations as he navigates through the challenges of relationships and seeks marriage counseling. The series explores themes of singlehood, love problems, and the societal pressure to get married.
Meow, the Secret Boy follows the story of Kim Sol-ah, a graphic designer who encounters a cat named Hong Jo that can transform into a human. As they live together, Hong Jo helps Sol-ah navigate the ups and downs of life, leading to a blossoming romance.
Yamaneko is notoriously elusive, but wherever he shows up, enormous amounts of money gets stolen. Evidence of the audacious crime is left scattered all over the place. In every episode, Yamaneko the hero thief throws a splash of “rotten justice” in your face. Pretentiously calling himself a “genius thief,” Yamaneko is arrogant and acts like he's the king of the world. Everything he does is bold and daring, but he remains elusive. There is indeed no match for Yamaneko. He goes by one creed alone—“I will steal but I won’t deprive.” Why does he steal? Just what is he all about?
Beautiful Mind follows the life of a talented neurosurgeon, Lee Young-oh, who is diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder. As he navigates the challenges of his condition, he must also face love, unravel mysteries, and confront his troubled past.
A musical loco drama about the love and coming-of-age story of a group of passionate young people who pursue their dreams of classical music.
The Quiz Show features tormented characters in twelve episodes, with one common thread – the mysterious relationship between the deviant Producer and enigmatic Host of The Quiz Show.
Rich Man, Poor Woman is a Japanese drama that tells the story of a rich man with eccentric personality and exceptional business skills. He develops a unique bond with a prodigy woman who struggles with her emotions. Together, they navigate through the challenges of life and love.
In Hand is a Japanese drama TV show about a researcher who has a laboratory in his home. He develops a bionic artificial arm using cutting-edge technology. However, his work attracts the attention of various mysterious forces and he finds himself entangled in a web of adventure, mystery, and infectious diseases. With his eccentric personality, the researcher must navigate through these challenges while dealing with his own disability.
Yoshimoto Koya becomes a tutor to a student, Numata Shigeyuki, an underachiever on the verge of dropping out of middle school. Expecting immediate results, Shigeyuki’s father makes a deal with Koya that if he could make Shigeyuki return to school within a week, he would receive a 100,000 yen bonus. Koya accepts the offer, replying that he would only need 5 days to complete the mission but demands that no one should interfere with his methodology in doing so.
To My Star is a web series that follows the story of Jun, a famous actor who moves into a countryside house and becomes roommates with Young Woo, a struggling chef. As they spend more time together, their relationship becomes complicated with feelings of friendship, love, and unrequited love. They navigate through their own personal issues like mental health, breakups, and self-discovery while dealing with the challenges of their professions.
20 year old Tsukimi Kurashita can barely see without her glasses. She came to Tokyo from Kagoshima Prefecture to become an illustrator, but she doesn't attend college or sells any of her illustrations. She lives at a communal apartment. At the apartment, only otaku type women live there. Tsukimi Kurashita likes jellyfish due to memories she has with her late mother. One day, due to a jellyfish, Tsukimi Kurashita meets Kuranosuke Koibuchi. He loves fashion and his hobby is to dress up like a woman. She also meets Kuranosuke’s older brother Shu Koibuchi. Her life soon changes because of them.
Hatanaka Kosaku is a talented boxer who turned pro at the age of 19, winning his debut match with a first round KO. He is talented, but he has no guts. His uncontrollable appetite is an even bigger problem. He can't put himself in the right weight class, he runs out of energy because of hunger, and he gets knocked out while his eyes are set on food at the ringside. However, Kosaku's life changed when he met Sister Angela, a novice nun in the convent near his boxing gym. She became the source of his power, and Kosaku fights only to win her heart.
Comic creator Rohan Kishibe, along with his partner-cum-editor, Kyōka Izumi, challenge various incidents beyond human knowledge.
Hiroshi Tanaka moves to Tokyo after being laid off from his job.