Both develop in Jeoson Era. Being a really long Era, you can see the progression in terms of society and living of the different social classes because they part from different initial points of the Era.

Even though The Crowned Clown isn't based on a real story and the inspiration came from other stories, the cultural elements of life during those times are evident. On the other hand, Mr. Sunshine is indeed inspired by some historical facts as a whole and the fictional story was created around that.

Also, the contrast between both shows is really interesting. While The Crowned Clown focuses more in life inside the court, Mr. Sunshine focuses more in life during times of interventions and occupations of others countries and how different cultures clashed.

It may have a lower budget, production and direction also be less elaborated, but if you are looking for something shorter and a bit more raw, then Call It What You Want might be a match for you.

Both dramas have a similar theme and approach; both tell the viewers more about what happens behind doors in the bl industry with an audio-visual production that follow different stories.

Both shows follow the story of a group of teenagers and the problems they face living in this society.

They touch on similar themes, but it could be said that Hormones (all 3 seasons), do so in a slightly less raw way than daughters.

Still both have a similar approach and vibes.