The Apothecary Diaries vs The Strain
The Apothecary Diaries has the higher audience score (8.7/10 against 7.5/10 for The Strain). The Strain is the older of the two (2014 against 2023). Both are drama, mystery shows, so they suit a similar mood.
The Apothecary Diaries
The Strain| The Apothecary Diaries | The Strain | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.7/10 | ★ 7.5/10 |
| Year | 2023 | 2014 |
| Seasons | 1 | 4 |
| Genres | Animation, Drama, Mystery | Drama, Mystery |
| Country | JP | – |
| Creator / director | – | Carlton Cuse, Guillermo del Toro |
| Main cast | Aoi Yuuki, Takeo Otsuka, Katsuyuki Konishi | Corey Stoll, Rupert Penry-Jones, Kevin Durand, Miguel Gómez, David Bradley |
Synopsis
The Apothecary Diaries
Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she's sold as a lowly servant to the emperor's palace. But she wasn't meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she's making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!
The Strain
A high concept thriller that tells the story of Dr. Ephraim Goodweather, the head of the Center for Disease Control Canary Team in New York City. He and his team are called upon to investigate a mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism. As the strain spreads, Eph, his team, and an assembly of everyday New Yorkers, wage war for the fate of humanity itself.
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