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100 Days My Prince
So Jae-hyun · Series · 2018
You loved 100 Days My Prince because it explores the disorienting, high-stakes journey of a protagonist forced to reconstruct a forgotten identity.
Books on the same thread
The Lost Hero (Heroes of Olympus, Book 1)
Rick Riordan · Book · 2010
Much like the protagonist in 100 Days My Prince, Jason wakes up stripped of his past, forcing him to navigate a dangerous new reality while uncovering his true origins.
Mysteries
Knut Hamsun · Book · 2001
If the mysterious outsider trope in 100 Days My Prince captured your interest, you will appreciate this exploration of a stranger whose sudden arrival disrupts a quiet, established community.
Shibumi
Trevanian · Book · 1983
Fans of the political intrigue and hidden dangers found in 100 Days My Prince will recognize the high-stakes tension of an assassin pulled into a complex, world-altering conspiracy.
Shōgun
James Clavell · Book · 1975
This epic tale mirrors the cultural clash and political power struggles of 100 Days My Prince, as an outsider must navigate the rigid, unfamiliar society of feudal Japan.
Films on the same thread
The Witch: Part 1. The Subversion
Park Hoon-jung · Film · 2018
If you enjoyed the memory loss and hidden trauma central to 100 Days My Prince, this story offers a darker, more intense look at a character recovering their lost history.
Oldboy
Park Chan-wook · Film · 2003
This film echoes the sudden, jarring loss of self seen in 100 Days My Prince, focusing on a man thrust into a desperate quest to reclaim his stolen life.
Castaway on the Moon
Lee Hae-jun · Film · 2009
The isolation and self-discovery found in 100 Days My Prince resonate here, as a man stripped of his former status finds a new sense of purpose in seclusion.
The Bourne Identity
Doug Liman · Film · 2002
Those who loved the amnesia-driven suspense of 100 Days My Prince will find a modern equivalent in this story of an operative fighting to survive while rediscovering his identity.
Podcasts on the same thread
CounterClock
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2025
Much like the search for truth in 100 Days My Prince, this investigative series relies on peeling back layers of the past to solve a deep-seated historical mystery.
Up and Vanished
Tenderfoot TV · Podcast · 2026
If the mystery behind a missing person in 100 Days My Prince kept you hooked, this investigation into cold cases offers a similar drive to uncover buried secrets.
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Common questions
Is 100 Days My Prince based on a true story?
100 Days My Prince is a fictional television series directed by So Jae-hyun. The plot follows the character Lee Yool, who loses his memory after an assassination attempt and wanders for 100 days, rather than being based on historical events or a specific true story.
What is the premise of 100 Days My Prince?
The story of 100 Days My Prince centers on Lee Yool, who survives an assassination attempt by falling off a cliff. He suffers from memory loss and adopts a new identity for 100 days, during which he encounters Hong Sim, the head of a Joseon-era detective agency.
How long is the memory loss period in 100 Days My Prince?
In 100 Days My Prince, the protagonist Lee Yool spends exactly 100 days living with a new name and personality after the failed assassination attempt. During this specific timeframe, he develops a connection with Hong Sim, who operates the first detective agency in Joseon.
Does 100 Days My Prince feature a detective agency?
Yes, 100 Days My Prince features a detective agency. Hong Sim is introduced as the head of the first detective agency in Joseon, and she crosses paths with the amnesiac Lee Yool after he falls from a cliff and begins his 100-day journey under a new identity.