Burn the House Down is an engaging Japanese drama adapted from Fujisawa Moyashi’s manga Mitarai-ke, Enjou Suru, blending mystery, family secrets, and revenge across eight well-paced episodes. The story unfolds clearly, filled with tension, sharp twists, and a satisfying logic that keeps viewers invested. While Anzu’s vengeful plan initially feels unconvincing and her father’s weak-willed character can be frustrating, the evolving dynamic between Anzu and the enigmatic Makiko adds rich emotional depth. Kyoka Suzuki’s nuanced portrayal of Makiko — both poised and manipulative — shines throughout…
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Burn the House Down
Overview
After her mother took the blame for a tragic fire 13 years ago, Anzu plots revenge by working as a housekeeper under a pseudonym for her icy stepmother.
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First air date
13/07/2023
Votes
73
Popularity
54.9
Season 1
After her mother took the blame for a tragic fire 13 years ago, Anzu plots revenge by working as a housekeeper under a p…
Mei Nagano
Anzu Murata
Kyoka Suzuki
Makiko Mitarai
Yuri Tsunematsu
Yuzu Murata
Michiko Kichise
Satsuki Murata
Taishi Nakagawa
Shinji Mitarai
Asuka Kudo
Kiichi Mitarai
Mitsuhiro Oikawa
Osamu Mitarai
Kie Kitano
Claire
Sakurako Konishi
Katsuragi Nanami
Mari Hamada
Ichihara Michiko
Tamaki Shiratori
Young Anzu Murata
Kotoka Maki
Young Yuzu Murata
Tsubasa Nakagawa
Young Kiichi Mitarai
Ruito Yamashiro
Young Shinji Mitarai
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