Top billed cast

1. 

   Mei Nagano

   Anzu Murata

2. 

   Kyoka Suzuki

   Makiko Mitarai

3. 

   Yuri Tsunematsu

   Yuzu Murata

4. 

   Michiko Kichise

   Satsuki Murata

5. 

   Taishi Nakagawa

   Shinji Mitarai

6. 

   Asuka Kudo

   Kiichi Mitarai

7. 

   Mitsuhiro Oikawa

   Osamu Mitarai

8. 

   Kie Kitano

   Claire

9. 

   Sakurako Konishi

   Katsuragi Nanami

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Current Season

Season 1

2023 | 8 Episodes

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.

Reviews

A review by Alunauwie

Written by Alunauwie on 2025-11-11

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 — shine...read the rest

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Status
Ended

Original Language
Japanese

Original Name
御手洗家、炎上する

Keywords

• revenge
• infiltration
• psychological thriller
• based on manga
• suspense
• truth uncovering