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The Story of Park's Marriage Contract
MyDramaList · 12 eps · 2023
On her wedding night in the 19th century, Park Yeon U’s husband dies, revealing a long-time heart condition. Devastated, she’s then kidnapped and thrown into a well. When she wakes up, she’s in modern-day Seoul, where a man who looks exactly like her deceased husband saves her. This man, Kang Tae Ha, is a corporate heir with a traumatic past and a heart condition. He avoids relationships but agrees to a contract marriage with Yeon U to fulfill his dying grandfather’s wish to see him married. (Source MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the web novel "The Story of Park's Marriage Contract" (열녀박씨 계약결혼뎐) written by Kim Neo Ul (김너울) and illustrated by B.
Falling for the Contract
MyDramaList · 56 eps · 2026
Forced into a marriage scandal by her stepmother, Grace Collins goes viral overnight. To shut it down, she signs a contract marriage… with a patient she just met.
Once We Get Married
MyDramaList · 24 eps · 2021
Gu Xi Xi is a fashion shopper, who runs a small online shop from home, and buys Alex's couture wedding dresses for her clients. During a private reception, she gets acquainted with Yin Si Chen, the black-bellied president who came to discuss business cooperation with Alex. An incident occurs leading to them to temporarily maintain a contract cooperative marriage relationship for a win-win situation pertaining to Alex. The two with opposite personalities gradually find love in this contract marriage. (Source: Sohu) ~~ Adapted from the web novel “Contract Wife Runs Away from the CEO” (闪婚总裁契约妻) by Nian Hua Fu Liu (拈花拂柳).
Perfect Crown
MyDramaList · 12 eps · 2026
Set in an alternate version of Korea ruled by a constitutional monarchy in the 21st century. The story follows Chaebol heiress Seong Hui Ju, who is frustrated by her 'commoner' status despite having everything, and melancholic Grand Prince Yi An, whose royal blood is his only identity and who has nothing despite being the son of the king. Seong Hui Ju, the second daughter of Korea’s wealthiest conglomerate, is blessed with striking beauty, brains, and a fierce competitive streak, yet she is limited by her status as a 'commoner'. She then chooses to enter a contract marriage with Grand Prince Yi An to gain the one thing she lacks — royal status. Meeting Yi An, a man who shares a similar predicament to hers but has made different life choices, marks a turning point in her life. Grand Prince is a title granted to another son of the king born to the queen consort in the Joseon Dynasty, signifying his royal lineage while placing him outside the direct line of succession to the throne. Prince Yi An, despite his royal blood, is unable to truly own anything and leads a life of sorrow. As the second son of the royal family, he has been forced to suppress his passionate desires and live in silence, but he is still regarded as the "most beloved royal" by the people due to his innate dignity and charm. Accustomed to hiding his true self, his life begins to change as he meets Seong Hui Ju, who resembles him in some ways but has made different choices, through their contract marriage. (Source: Times Now; edited by MyDramaList)
Waitress Pregnant, CEO Fell in Love
MyDramaList · 77 eps · 2026
As a waitress, Lily had a one-night stand with the rich CEO, Damon. Then Damon proposed a contract marriage for the baby. Lily thought marrying Damon was just a deal. She thought Damon would ask for a divorce after she gave birth to the baby. She worked hard to prove her worth, only to realize he had secretly cleared her path and supported her dreams all along. True love helps you become your best self.
Infertile CEO? She Can Give Him Triplets
MyDramaList · 55 eps · 2026
In Infertile CEO She Can Give Him Triplets movie, the wealthy Thorne family publicly recruits a wife for their heir to break their family curse of being infertile. Daisy from Luck Village takes the job for money and signs a marriage contract with the reluctant CEO, Harvey Thorne. Evolving from bickering rivals to genuine lovers, they defeat business plots and expose the truth behind the curse. Ultimately falling in love, Daisy safely delivers triplets, securing their happy ending.
Recipe For Faking A Marriage
MyDramaList · 75 eps · 2026
Recipe For Faking A Marriage Movie is about a poor orphan, Every, entering into a contract marriage with billionaire Julian Barlow, until they fell in love with each other for a fact. Bella Barlow, Julian’s eight-year-old daughter was the architect of the meeting between Julian and Every, and it developed into a scintillating love affair which blossomed forever.
Marriage on Paper, Fire in Heart
MyDramaList · 60 eps · 2026
After Tessa's parents passed away, she lived with her sister. To avoid burdening her sister, she agreed to a blind date with George, the grandson of Madam Vale, whom she had accidentally saved. At their first meeting, George misunderstood Tessa as a gold digger, so he hid his identity as the richest man and the CEO of Vale Group. After marriage, George gradually changed his mind and fell in love. Later, a rival lady from a rich family showed up and tried to steal George. George realized his feelings and pursued Tessa, while Tessa also fell for him. This contract marriage became a true love story.
From Courier to CEO
MyDramaList · 51 eps · 2026
In From Courier to CEO movie, after putting his wife through graduate school, courier Nate is kicked out by her greedy family—with nothing. On the day of his divorce, he saves the life of Archibald, a wealthy patriarch who collapses from a heart attack. To repay him, Archibald's granddaughter—icy heiress Evelyn—offers Nate a one-year marriage contract. When his ex-wife catches wind, jealousy drives her to team up with a spoiled rich kid to destroy him. But Nate stops holding back. With skill and grit, he fights back and builds his own business from scratch. And as the contract runs its course, a real bond begins to grow...
Married at First Sight
MyDramaList · 90 eps · 2026
In Married at First Sight movie, Summer has been the ideal girlfriend for her ex-boyfriend, Vincent. From selling her blood to helping him finish medical school, Summer has been the best girlfriend. Yet, Vincent cheated on her. Frustrated by their actions, Summer enters into a contract marriage to save a billionaire she just met. She was shocked to find out about his identity.
The Trunk
MyDramaList · 8 eps · 2024
In Ji works for a contract marriage provider in NM, arranging 1-year marriages for clients. After completing her 4th contract, she meets Jeong Won, a music producer, for her 5th. Jeong Won, still haunted by the pain of his past and missing his ex-wife, Seo Yeon, starts his second marriage with In Ji. As they grow closer, a mysterious trunk is discovered in a lake, unraveling dark secrets behind the NM company. (Source: MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Trunk" (트렁크) by Kim Ryeo Ryeong (김려령).
Love in Time
MyDramaList · 24 eps · 2020
Su Jia Nan, once a social outcast, has built a successful writing career, leaving her painful past behind. But when she becomes entangled in a family inheritance dispute, her dreams of becoming a novelist are threatened. With no other options, she turns to Lu Bo Yan, a former high school tormentor now a successful CEO. Desperate to escape their respective family crises, they agree to a marriage contract. But their fake marriage brings more complications than solutions, forcing them to confront their pasts and unexpected feelings. (Source: MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the web novel “A Warm Wedding and A New Bride of Young Master Lu” (陆少的暖婚新妻) by Tang Yu (唐玉).
Fake it Till You Love Me
MyDramaList · 84 eps · 2026
Fake It Till You Love Me Movie is about Edward Forrest and Caroline Dean. Edward has to do everything possible to remain the CEO of his company, and that would mean that he would get married to the lady he was caught in a scandal with to save face. A one-year marriage contract will cause them to fall in love.
From Heartbreak to Fated Lover
MyDramaList · 71 eps · 2026
For four years, Ava believed Mason Collins loved her. But when his first love returns, he calls Ava nothing but a "pastime." Humiliated and broken, she accepts a contract marriage with the tycoon, Anderson Lauren. But this marriage is more than a deal. Anderson has been searching for Ava for years, and he'll do anything to protect her—even if she doesn't remember him. As buried truths surface and hidden enemies close in, Ava discovers she was never just an orphan.
Simmering Love
MyDramaList · 112 eps · 2026
She is the true heiress as well as an adopted daughter in two families. But her biological parents favor the adopted daughter, her foster mother constantly challenges her, and even her own little brother sees her as an enemy. Bound by a marriage contract, she weds the business mogul Jamie. Luckily, there's one man who stands as her protector, shielding her from the storm.
Time Flies and You Are Here
MyDramaList · 32 eps · 2021
Their destinies were tied together due to a contract marriage. She's an ordinary girl who believes that women have a right to an education, too. He is a prince who needs to live up to his reputation of being lazy and unskilled. Xie Xiao Man unintentionally offended Zhao Xiao Qian, the famous Julu Prince of the Wu Jiang manor. Because of a set-up, the two enter into a contract marriage, leaving Xiao Man no choice but to marry into the royal family. Expected to remain as an insignificant prince his entire life, can Zhao Xiao Qian become a general with the courage and capability to protect his country? Despite coming from ordinary beginnings, Xie Xiao Man is also determined to find her path. From clashing endlessly to gradually opening up to each other, Zhao Xiao Qian and Xie Xiao Man overcome many obstacles together as they learn to love and support each other as husband and wife. (Source: ChineseDrama.info)
Full House
MyDramaList · 16 eps · 2004
Han Ji Eun, an aspiring scriptwriter, lives in a house called "Full House", built by her late father. One day, her two best friends trick her into believing she has won a free vacation and sell her house while she's away. On the plane, she meets famous actor Lee Yeong Jae. Through comedic events, they get acquainted during her vacation, and when she returns, she discovers her house has been sold to him. Though they don't get along with each other (because of her messy tendencies, his bad temper and zealous cleanliness), they agree to live with each other. In the beginning, Ji Eun works as his maid in order to buy her house back. They alter their arrangement when Yeong Jae decides to win back the love of his life, Kang Hye Won. In a bid to make Hye Won jealous, the two protagonists enter into a contract marriage with a six-month term. Complications arise when the couple starts to fall for each other. (Source: Wikipedia; Edited by: unninette at MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the manhwa “Full House” (풀하우스) by Won Su Yeon (원수연).
Marriage Contract
MyDramaList · 16 eps · 2016
After being diagnosed with a possibly terminal brain tumor, Kang Hye Soo, a desperate single mother, agrees to be a liver donor for her new boss’ mother. In exchange, she will receive a significant sum of money that she hopes to leave to her daughter. In order to pass the screening process, they must legally wed and convince the hospital that they’ve been in a long-term relationship. What they foolishly thought would be a quiet transaction between the two of them, quickly becomes more complicated as more people get involved, including her 7-year-old daughter. Money isn’t the only thing required for happiness, and love makes life worth living.
The Tycoon’s Contract Bride
MyDramaList · 28 eps · 2026
To save her father's bankrupt studio,brilliant designer Ella enters a two-year contract marriage with business tycoon Nicholas. He clears her $50 million debt; she plays his wife to handle family and business pressures. They agree to keep things strictly professional. But on their wedding night, Ella discovers her old designs covered in Nicholas's detailed annotations. At a gala, her ex Andy and Nicholas's admirer Vivian publicly humiliate her—until Nicholas pulls her into a passionate kiss and threatens to cut ties with anyone who speaks against her. Ella's heart wavers. Back home, Nicholas coldly insist sit was all for appearances, then confines her to the villa, banning her from his study. One drunken night, he forces himself on her, confessing years of secret love—only to dismiss it the next morning. Disillusioned, Ella resolves to break free. When she discovers Nicholas plagiarizing her designs, she tears up their contract and starts her own studio. His sabotage and Andy's harassment follow. Nicholas rescues her from Andy but gets slapped for demanding she return to him. He then uses his power to support her career, but Ella remains cold. When she wins a major design award, a desperate Andy attacks her with a knife—Nicholas saves her but ends up critically injured. At the hospital, Ella learns she's pregnant while Nicholas fights for his life. On his deathbed, he finally confesses everything was to win her love. Ella accepts her role as his wife and becomes the new head of the Thorne Group.
Found a Billionaire Hubby on the Street
MyDramaList · 75 eps · 2026
Her fiance cheated on her, so Joanna broke up with him. However, on her way back, a man on the street suddenly grabbed her leg. And for saving him, she was rewarded with one million? Joanna said, "I'll take this heavenly fortune!" She thought she was just going to be a contract wife, accompanying Mr. Crazy Billionaire Edward to go crazy in the wealthy family, but she met true love!
Full House
MyDramaList · 20 eps · 2014
Aom is a writer who got swindled out of her house during her trip to Korea. She finds out that her house was sold to Mike and in an attempt to get her possessions back, she enters a contract marriage with Mike for one year. Though she lost everything, Aom remains optimistic and takes things in stride. What started out as a business relationship between the two becomes personal as they start to care for each other. (Source: theafterwords.blogspot.com) ~~ Adapted from the manhwa “Full House” (풀하우스) by Won Su Yeon (원수연).
The Wife I Despised Is My First Love?!
MyDramaList · 81 eps · 2026
Lily, a blind girl, found her boyfriend Brian cheated on her. She accidentally slept with the richest man, Albert Morgan. After becoming pregnant, Brian forced her to demand money from Albert. Under Albert's grandmother's pressure, Albert married Lily. After marriage, Albert despised Lily while searching for his childhood savior, unaware that the true savior was his hated wife. When Lily regained her sight, another woman Gloria appeared. Gloria pretended to be Albert's childhood savior, and bullied Lily...
Surrender, My Stepson
MyDramaList · 63 eps · 2026
When Evelyn Hewitt, a general from hundreds of years ago, wakes up as modern-day heiress and stepmom to rebellious Killian Foster, she brings battlefield tactics to household wars. Armed with pressure points and a fierce spirit, she must tame her spoiled stepson, navigate a marriage of convenience with CEO Stephen Foster—who shares the face of her lost love—and conquer high society’s doubts. This time, her empire is the Foster family.
CEO's Pampered Sweet Wife
MyDramaList · 89 eps · 2026
She entered a contract marriage with him because she bore his child, but they got divorced because she lost the baby. Later, after clearing up their misunderstandings and planning to remarry, he was arranged to marry the woman who caused her to lose the baby...
Flash Vows
ReelShort · 61 eps · 2026
They mistook each other for the partner in the contractual marriage. After the flash marriage, they discovered that they were meant for each other.
Love You, Always A Mistake
MyDramaList · 99 eps · 2026
To cure her blind sister, she was sold by her boyfriend to someone else. Through a twist of fate, she becomes entangled in a plot involving an heir to a wealthy family. And then, unexpectedly, a billionaire proposes a marriage contract with her...
I Married Wall Street’s Most Wanted
MyDramaList · 35 eps · 2026
Once a genius artist and the heir to a prominent family, Natalie Grant loses everything overnight, but the real reason for her bankruptcy is a financial algorithm system called Atlas Protocol. This system is secretly used by top banks and capital funds, manipulating rating agencies, media narratives, and bank liquidity to precisely create market panic and corporate bankruptcies. Then, at the lowest point, they acquire assets, enabling systematic plundering of wealth. To buy some legal debt relief time, Natalie exploits a legal loophole and marries a criminal of humble origins. What she doesn't know is that this criminal, named Sebastian Hale, was once Wall Street's youngest quantitative finance genius and the true architect of Atlas Protocol. When Sebastian realizes that this system is systematically causing financial disasters and tries to expose the truth, his boss, the oligarch Reymond, sends him to prison. Two lives destroyed by the financial system are forced into a hostile contract marriage. At first, they use each other — Natalie hopes Sebastian can help delay her debt settlement, while Sebastian seeks to escape regulation and find an opportunity to re-enter the financial world through this marriage. As they spend time together, they realize that both of their pasts were destroyed by the same system. Thus, Sebastian and Natalie embark on an unlikely counterattack. Sebastian uses his deep understanding of the financial system’s rules to exploit market loopholes, debt rules, and information asymmetry to strike back at the system. Meanwhile, Natalie uses her media influence and social power to rally the masses, transforming personal vengeance into a challenge to the people’s fight against capital. In this journey from survival to rebellion, Natalie grows from an innocent and proud elite artist to a public leader who dares to challenge the power structures. Sebastian, too, moves from being a lonely rebel to finding a true ally. As they fight against an unjust system, they gradually fall in love with each other.
Checkmate, My Hubby
MyDramaList · 74 eps · 2026
Avery Daigle, a notorious tomcat, faces pressure from his parents to settle down and marry. His single demand for a bride? Obedience. Hazel Arnold fits the bill and seems like a good match. However, Avery's world is turned upside down when he witnesses her exacting revenge with her own hands...
Love at First Shot
MyDramaList · 89 eps · 2026
Stella Langford's college shuts down. She has to transfer to another college, but ends up living with Nathaniel Hawthorne, CEO of Hawthorne Group. They are forced into a contract marriage. Bullied by socialite Vicky Swing, Stella fights back with her sharp wits and shooting skills. But when her true identity and a buried past begin to surface, Nathaniel realizes the girl he married on paper is the one he's been destined to protect all along.
From Prison to Palace_ Revenge of the Mad Queen
MyDramaList · 49 eps · 2026
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