2025 BL Series List
BL Watcher is dedicated to watching new BL dramas, anime, and movies. See my best recommendations for the latest series and films in the Boys Love genre. My goal is to review every BL story ever made from around the world. I also write episode guides, character analysis & spoiler-free summaries. BL Watcher is updated regularly!
What is BL Watcher?
BL Watcher was started to keep track of all the BL series and movies that I watched over the years. With so many new 2025 BL dramas coming out lately, I wanted a better system to organize what to watch next. Every time I finished watching a show, I will write down my detailed thoughts on BL Watcher. Did I love or hate this BL series? Read and find out!
At BL Watcher, I have watched and written about hundreds of different BL series. I understand how tricky it is to explore the many options and find the best BL dramas to watch. That's why I review everything methodically, assigning a separate score to the story, romance, acting, and other metrics. I'm eager to highlight the good, criticize the bad, and call out the ugliness from the BL genre.
Where to watch BL
In recent years, BL dramas are on the rise across the world. You can watch many BL series from Thailand, Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea. Other Asian countries like Philippines & Vietnam have joined the cultural phenomenon, making BL a surprisingly international genre. Many BL series are subtitled in English, either through official sources or fan translations.
It's very easy to watch BL from anywhere. Check out some of the best BL from around the world:
Best BL dramas to watch
BL dramas are interested in telling good gay & LGBTQ+ stories from a unique perspective. Due to the recent popularity of BL dramas, there's an influx of new & exciting series in this genre. From school romances to workplace comedies, BL brings these fictional romances to life with handsome actors, captivating stories, and visually stunning cinematography.
Are you new to BL and not sure where to start? BL Watcher recommends these best BL series in the genre:
List of BL Dramas in 2025
Are you caught up on the latest 2025 BL series to watch? As new dramas launch every week, it can be hard to keep track of what to watch next. Join BL Watcher as I review every completed and upcoming series this year. The 2025 BL calendar & schedule lists are updated regularly!
2025 Anime BL
2025 Japanese BL
2025 Korean BL
2025 Taiwanese BL
2025 Thai BL
2024 Anime BL
2024 Japanese BL
- A Man Who Defies the World of BL 3
- Although I Love You and You
- Chastity High
- Cosmetic Playlover
- Dominant Yakuza and Wimpy Corporate Slave
- Don't Care for an Old Man's Underwear
- Happy of the End
- I Hear the Sunspot
- I'm Your Pet
- Let's Eat Together, Aki and Haru 2
- Living With Him
- Love Is A Poison
- Love Is Better the Second Time Around
- Me, Him, and You
- Mr. Mitsuya's Planned Feeding
- My Sunshine
- Ossan's Love Returns
- Our Youth
- Perfect Propose
- Smells Like Green Spirit
- Sugar Dog Life
- Takara's Treasure
2024 Korean BL
- Bad Guy
- Blossom Campus
- Blue Boys
- Blue Complex
- Boys Be Brave!
- Buddy Boy
- Eccentric Romance
- Escape
- Fake Buddies
- Falling for My Boss
- Fragile
- Gray Shelter
- Happy Ending
- Jazz for Two
- Latex
- Let Free the Curse of Taekwondo
- Love for Love's Sake
- Love in the Big City
- Love in the Big City Movie
- Match Play
- My Damn Business
- My Man's Man
- Please Teach Me
- Seoul Blues
- The Secret of Male Students
- The Time of Fever
- You Want Some?
2024 Taiwanese BL
- A Balloon's Landing
- Anti Reset
- Bad to Bed
- First Note of Love
- Let's Talk About Chu
- See Your Love
- Silent Sparks
- The Nipple Talk
- The Time of Huan Nan
- To Pee or Not To Pee
- Unknown
2024 Thai BL
- Caged Again
- City of Stars
- Deep Night
- Every You, Every Me
- Fourever You
- Jack and Joker
- Kiseki Chapter 2
- Memory in the Letter
- Sangmin Dinneaw
- Spare Me Your Mercy
- The Heart Killers
- The Hidden Moon
- The Outing
- The Paradise of Thorns
- To Be Continued
- Winter Is Not the Death of Summer
- Your Sky
2024 Hong Kong BL
New BL Series 2025
When It Rains, It Pours
When It Rains, It Pours is a Japanese BL series about two men stuck in unfulfilling relationships. The main character lives with his long-term girlfriend. While they get along, he secretly feels frustrated by her low sex drive. One night, the protagonist accidentally sends a message to the wrong email address. To his surprise, he receives a reply. As they chat back and forth, his mysterious pen pal opens up about his own romantic troubles.
Romeo and Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Romeo and Juliet is a short Korean BL series about three actors preparing for a stage play. The main character and his ex-boyfriend are cast as the stars of an upcoming show. Suddenly, the director adds a third lead actor to the mix, shaking up the dynamics. This newcomer struggles with stage fright and initially has trouble with his performance. As the protagonist spends more time with him during rehearsals, they build a meaningful bond.
Heart Stain
Heart Stain is a Korean BL series about a high school student with a secret crush on his teacher. The main character knows a relationship is impossible and has no plans to confess. However, keeping his emotions bottled up leaves him tormented. The protagonist's best friend suggests they start dating to help him move on from his unrequited love. As their friendship changes, the couple must determine their complicated feelings for each other.
A Perfect Match
A Perfect Match is a Taiwanese BL series about a romance between a job applicant and his interviewer. The main character misses his interview since he stopped to save a young girl from an accident. His employer is initially upset, only to realize the rescued child is his sister. The protagonist is granted a second chance to apply at the company. They also get to know each other personally, even meeting up for tennis matches.
Accent
Accent is a short Korean BL series about two pianists competing for a scholarship. The main character is a piano prodigy who desperately needs this financial aid to continue his studies. He has a secret affair with his professor, who promises to secure his victory. However, he loses confidence when a new student arrives and dazzles everyone with his talent. The protagonist becomes frustrated, especially when forced to perform a duet with his rival.
Neko ni Naritai Tamagawa-kun
Neko ni Naritai Tamagawa-kun is a short Japanese BL anime about two men who meet at a cat café. The main character often feels stressed over his job at a hotel. After work, he finds comfort in volunteering at a rescue cat café, where the presence of animals soothes him. One day, a mysterious visitor arrives and wants to adopt a pet. The protagonist is shocked when this stranger makes an outrageously odd request.
Influencer Lover
Influencer Lover is a short Korean BL series about a fake social media couple and the guy who discovers their secret. The main character is a famous influencer who appears happily in love with his on-screen girlfriend. Behind the scenes, they've broken up and only pretend to date for their viewership. The protagonist is shocked when his school rival learns about the phony relationship. He must protect his image by obeying his blackmailer's demands.
Blessing of Love
Blessing of Love is a short Thai BL series about a spirit who gets a rare opportunity to return to mortal life. After the main character dies tragically in his apartment, a mysterious angel offers him a chance to resurrect. A new tenant will soon move into his old room. The protagonist must find a way to make this stranger fall in love with him. However, time is limited. If his mission fails, he will get banished to the afterlife forever.
Double Play
Double Play is a short Korean BL series about a high school baseball team. As captain, the main character is upset when his club gets shut down due to a lack of funding. After negotiating with the school, they are given one last chance. This team can stay active only if they win the next competition. The protagonist must put aside his differences with the star pitcher and work together to save their beloved team.
New BL Series 2024
Our Youth
Our Youth is a Japanese BL series about the romance between a top student and his delinquent classmate. The main character is an overachieving teenager who gets excellent grades and always follows the rules. He earns constant praise from his teachers and family. The protagonist crosses paths with a troublemaker in his class, whom everyone tells him to avoid. Despite the warnings, he finds himself drawn to the mysterious rebel.
See Your Love
See Your Love is a Taiwanese BL series about a wealthy business heir and his caregiver. The main character comes from a privileged family and must help manage his father's company. However, he lacks ambition and constantly finds excuses to avoid responsibility. After an injury, the protagonist finds himself in a wheelchair and needs support with his daily needs. He hires a new personal assistant, who happens to be deaf.
Love in the Big City
Love in the Big City is a Korean BL series about a gay writer and his dating experiences. The main character is a single young man looking for romance. He meets guys in bars, clubs, hobby groups, and hookup apps, each from a different walk of life. Some relationships end as short flings, while others develop into emotional journeys. Through the highs and lows of his love life, the protagonist discovers valuable lessons about himself.
Jack and Joker
Jack and Joker is a Thai BL series about a legendary thief and an innocent man who gets caught in the chaos of his schemes. The main character struggles with the family debt after his parents passed away. His life may be difficult, but he tries to stay optimistic. One day, the protagonist crosses paths with a mysterious stranger. He doesn't realize his new friend is secretly a criminal, hiding a double life beneath his charming facade.
Ossan's Love Returns
Ossan's Love Returns is the sequel to the famous Japanese BL comedy series. The story follows two real estate agents and their love life. After moving in together, the main characters hire a housekeeping service. They are surprised to employ their former boss, who has switched careers. The protagonists are also suspicious of their mysterious neighbours. The paranoia grows into hilariously over-the-top antics.
The Time of Fever
The Time of Fever is a Korean BL series about two teenagers in a coastal town. After his father's death, the main character and his mother return to their hometown for a fresh start. His childhood friend moves in with them due to family troubles. Although the protagonist enjoys their time together, he develops romantic feelings for his companion. Their friendship turns complicated as the secret desires grow, threatening to disrupt their bond.
Spare Me Your Mercy
Spare Me Your Mercy is a Thai BL series about a doctor involved in a complex murder investigation. The main character specializes in palliative care, treating patients with terminal illnesses. Strangely, many of them keep dying sooner than diagnosed. The protagonist meets a police detective whose mother passed away under odd circumstances. Their relationship becomes tangled with suspicions, accusations, and complicated feelings.
Love Is A Poison
Love Is A Poison is a Japanese BL series about a successful lawyer and his relationship with a mysterious flirt. The main character is a top attorney who prides himself on his intellect, professionalism, and emotionless demeanour. He only seems focused on his career. However, his carefully constructed world unravels when he meets a charming stranger at a bar. The protagonist struggles to suppress his feelings as he is seduced.
Living With Him
Living With Him is a Japanese BL series about two childhood friends who become university roommates. As suggested by their families, the main characters move into the same apartment to save rent. After drifting apart over the years, living together brings them closer together. The protagonist enjoys their close bond. However, he picks up subtle signs that his companion may have a secret crush on him.
Love for Love's Sake
Love for Love's Sake is a Korean fantasy BL series where the main character unknowingly enters a virtual game. The simulation takes him to the past, where he relives his high school life. His goal is to bring a student out of an emotional slump. The protagonist receives special abilities, allowing him to see affection levels or accept side quests for rewards. As their relationship improves, the lonely teen grows fond of his friend.
Cherry Magic Anime
Cherry Magic is a Japanese BL anime series about an office worker with mind-reading powers. The main character is an ordinary employee who has never dated anyone before. He feels insecure about his lack of love life, especially as a thirty-year-old. Recently, the protagonist gains the ability to hear other people's thoughts. He's shocked to discover his popular coworker has a secret crush on him. The two colleagues start growing closer.
Don't Care for an Old Man's Underwear
Don't Care for an Old Man's Underwear is a Japanese series about a homophobic father who feels alienated from his family. The main character is an ordinary office worker from a middle-class background. Due to his prejudices, his children won't talk to him. His teenage son is so overwhelmed that he refuses to leave the bedroom. Determined to mend these broken relationships, the protagonist must change his ignorant views.
Match Play
Match Play is a Korean BL series about a famous idol who receives training from a stunt actor. The main character has earned a reputation for being argumentative and hard to work with. Before he's scheduled to film fighting scenes, his agency arranges martial arts lessons. His instructor is tough, refusing to go easy on the protagonist. After their initial personality clash, they start getting along and develop a close relationship.
Twilight Out of Focus
Twilight Out of Focus is a Japanese BL anime series about a high school film club. The main character recruits his roommate to star in a short movie. They must confront their feelings for each other during filming. In addition, the other club members are involved in unlikely romances. A pair of school rivals go from enemies to lovers. Also, two students with opposite backgrounds and personalities discover their compatibility.
Unknown
Unknown is a Taiwanese BL series about two orphans who grow up together. The main character comes from an abusive home. After losing his mother, he must look after his younger sister and becomes a teen delinquent working under a gang leader. One night, the protagonist encounters another homeless child. Out of kindness, he invites the boy to live with him. Over the years, their bond becomes so close that they consider each other brothers.
The Paradise of Thorns
The Paradise of Thorns is a Thai movie about a gay couple who runs a durian orchard. The main character is married to his husband, yet their relationship isn't legally recognized. As business partners, they have invested their savings into building the orchard together. After an accident, the protagonist must deal with his lover's family, who suddenly want to take over the operations. They clash in a fierce inheritance battle.
Love in the Big City Movie
Love in the Big City is a Korean movie about a free-spirited young woman and her gay best friend. The main character is still in the closet. When a university classmate catches him kissing a guy, she helps him maintain his public facade. They become best friends, even though her unpredictable nature clashes with his cynical personality. After moving in together as roommates, they spend their twenties navigating the ups and downs of young adulthood.
Let's Talk About Chu
Let's Talk About Chu is a Taiwanese series about three siblings and their relationship drama. The main character is the youngest child in her family. She clashes with her traditional parents, who condemn her sex positivity. Her married sister faces pressure to have kids, while her gay brother seems secretive about his life. The protagonist begins a casual fling with her friend. She doesn't want them to develop serious feelings.
I Hear the Sunspot
I Hear the Sunspot is a Japanese BL series about a university student with severe hearing loss. The main character feels self-conscious about his condition and struggles to adjust to school life. Surprisingly, he meets a cheerful student who perceives him beyond his hearing impairment. His new friend offers to help him come out of his shell. As their bond deepens, the protagonists develop secret feelings for each other.
Tadaima, Okaeri
Tadaima, Okaeri is a Japanese BL omegaverse anime series about a family raising a child in a suburban neighbourhood. The main characters are happily married and proud parents to an adorable toddler. Each day, they enjoy domestic bliss and new parenthood experiences. Despite their family harmony, this same-sex couple often encounters prejudice. The protagonists must support each other as they endure harassment and discrimination.
First Note of Love
First Note of Love is a Taiwanese BL series about the romance between a singer and a songwriter. The main character is a famous band member who left the spotlight after his brother's death. He has struggled with performance anxiety. Years later, his manager pushes him to stage a comeback. They bring in a young songwriting prodigy to help with his return. Despite their different backgrounds and personalities, the two form a close bond.
Given Movie 2: Hiiragi Mix
Given Movie 2: Hiiragi Mix is the second film sequel to the Japanese BL anime series. It follows a group of aspiring musicians and their romantic endeavours. The main character is in an amateur rock band with his childhood best friends. After their lead vocalist died, his absence weighs heavily on the two remaining members. They rely on each other for emotional support, yet their unspoken feelings complicate this relationship.
Chastity High
Chastity High is a Japanese high school series with a BL subplot. The main character attends a prestigious academy that forbids its students from dating. If caught, any rule breakers will be expelled. Despite this policy, those in undercover relationships still risk everything for love. The protagonist catches each couple in the act and blackmails them to pay for her tuition. When she becomes infamous on campus, her extortion tactics have consequences.
My Sunshine
My Sunshine is a Japanese movie about a skating coach and his two students. After moving to a small town, the main character teaches figure skating to a young girl. These lessons intrigue a boy on the hockey team, who starts practicing alone at the rink. Despite his clumsiness, he shows lots of enthusiasm. The protagonist recognizes his potential and takes him under his wing. As his mentor, he inspires the child's journey of self-discovery.
Takara's Treasure
Takara's Treasure is a Japanese BL series about the romance between a university freshman and the senior he idolizes. Years ago, the main character met a kind stranger and shared a special moment with him. Although their exchange was brief, the protagonist carried fond memories of that night. Now that they attend the same school, the protagonist wants them to be friends. However, he discovers their personalities may be quite different.
City of Stars
City of Stars is a Thai BL series about a celebrity who falls in love with his neighbour. After taking an extended break from his stressful career, the main character returns to his hometown and reunites with his family. He's stunned to discover a famous actor has moved in next door. The protagonist becomes friends with the star, who is surprisingly down to earth. As their bond deepens, their relationship catches the attention of the public eye.
Mr. Mitsuya's Planned Feeding
Mr. Mitsuya's Planned Feeding is a Japanese BL series about a celebrity chef, a magazine editor, and the significant age gap in their romance. The main character is in his twenties and works for a famous publication. One day, his boss assigns him to work with a culinary specialist in his fifties. As they meet regularly, the protagonist is in awe of the older man's wisdom, kindness, and down-to-earth charm. He slowly develops a secret crush.
Smells Like Green Spirit
Smells Like Green Spirit is a Japanese BL series about a bullied high school student from a rural town. The main character is a gentle teenager mocked for his long hair, which doesn't fit traditional ideas of masculinity. At home, he secretly experiments with his mother's makeup. One day, the protagonist learns a surprising secret about his classmate and discovers they have much in common. They begin to bond over their shared interests.
Every You, Every Me
Every You, Every Me is a Thai BL anthology series with five short love stories. The first romance is about two colourblind characters who regain their vision after meeting. Another tells the story of a boss and his new secretary falling for each other. The third revolves around a mechanic with a secret crush, while the fourth centres on a musician's relationship with an artist. The final story brings together a pair of ex-boyfriends who recently broke up.
You Want Some?
You Want Some? is a Korean BL series about two university students competing to seduce each other. The main character is annoyed that girls constantly reject his confessions. He realizes they are all interested in a popular classmate with a reputation as a ladies' man. His rival claims he can make anyone fall in love with him, including the skeptical protagonist. They challenge one another in a playful game of flirtation.
Love Is Better the Second Time Around
Love Is Better the Second Time Around is a Japanese BL series about a former couple who reunites years later and rekindles their romance. The main character is surprised to meet his high school sweetheart during a work assignment. The protagonists used to be in love and wanted to elope together, but they haven't kept in touch since their breakup. As they navigate their professional boundaries, both struggle with lingering feelings for each other.
Fourever You
Fourever You is a Thai BL series about two university couples and their campus relationships. After joining the student union, the main character feels flustered around the handsome and popular president. They used to know each other from high school. As romantic sparks develop, the protagonist is unsure whether to pursue his feelings. Meanwhile, his roommate owes money to a wealthy senior, who uses this opportunity to hit on him.
Sugar Dog Life
Sugar Dog Life is a Japanese BL series about a police officer, a convenience store worker, and their ambiguous relationship. The main character is a university student who works a part-time job. He meets the friendly neighbourhood cop and notices his poor diet. After getting to know each other, they start eating homemade meals together. The protagonist develops a secret crush, but he suspects his feelings are not reciprocated.
To Be Continued
To Be Continued is a Thai BL series about a doctor and a celebrity who reunite after ten years apart. The main character was once close with another teenager in the neighbourhood, but their relationship soured before they left for university. A decade later, the protagonist is shocked to cross paths with his former friend, who has become a famous idol. He's torn between holding a grudge and confronting the romantic feelings that resurface.
My Damn Business
My Damn Business is a Korean office BL series about two employees at a struggling company. During a staff layoff, the main character is the only employee who can keep his job in the sales department. To compensate, a new temp joins his team for three months. The pair works together and maintains professional boundaries for a while. However, an awkward misunderstanding changes their relationship and brings them closer.
Memory in the Letter
Memory in the Letter is a Thai BL series about two men who communicate with each other through a magical mirror. After cutting ties with his father, the main character moves into a dorm to live alone. Surprisingly, he can see and talk to another man on the other side of a mysterious mirror. The protagonist soon realizes they exist in parallel universes. Despite their unusual situation, they form a close bond that defies space and time.
Fragile
Fragile is a Korean high school series with a hidden BL subplot. After being ostracized by her classmates, the main character struggles with rumours about her reputation. She befriends a new exchange student who doesn't care about the gossip. They grow closer with a few other girls, forming a tight-knit circle. The protagonist is in a steady relationship with her boyfriend. However, she feels insecure and suspects he may be cheating on her.
Let's Eat Together, Aki and Haru: More Please!
Let's Eat Together Aki and Haru: More Please! is the sequel to the Japanese BL movie, continuing the ambiguous love story between two best friends who live together. The main characters are university seniors worried about their future after graduation. With job searches looming, the possibility of going their separate ways concerns the protagonists. As their friendship faces new challenges, they may be forced to confront their deeper feelings.
Me, Him, and You
Me, Him, and You is a Japanese BL series about three roommates in a love triangle. After starting a new job at a café, the main character befriends the owner's nephew and a regular customer. The trio agrees to rent a house together and become roommates. The protagonist secretly harbours a crush on his photographer friend, who appears unaware of his feelings. He turns to his other friend for relationship advice, and they also develop a close bond.
The Nipple Talk
The Nipple Talk is a Taiwanese series about a group of friends and their spicy love lives. The main character is confident in her sexuality. With no plans to settle down, this single lady only wants to hook up with hot men. Her lesbian friend also enjoys casual flings, not taking any relationship seriously. In contrast, their gay bestie is committed to his long-term boyfriend and wants to get married. However, his romance has been cooling off recently.
Let Free the Curse of Taekwondo
Let Free the Curse of Taekwondo is a Korean BL series about two teenagers who befriend each other in a quiet town. The main character is a moody high school student who dreams of escaping his abusive father. One day, a newcomer arrives to train and live with them at their taekwondo gym. Initially, the lead doesn't get along with his bubbly roommate. To his surprise, they form an unlikely bond and become each other's confidante.
The Heart Killers
The Heart Killers is a Thai BL series about two brothers who work as undercover assassins. The main character is playful and a hopeless romantic, while his older brother is grumpy and wary of relationships. On the surface, the siblings run a burger joint. Behind their ordinary personas, the protagonists go on secret missions to eliminate evildoers. However, their love life keeps clashing with their dangerous line of work.
Boys Be Brave!
Boys Be Brave! is a Korean BL series about a group of quirky university students. Although the main character does well in school, he remains perpetually single. He lacks the courage to confess his feelings to the guy he likes. One day, his secret crush suddenly arrives at his house and insists on becoming roommates. The protagonist is shocked by this living arrangement as they navigate their up-and-down relationship.
Falling for My Boss
Falling for My Boss is a short Korean BL series about a love triangle in a flower shop. The main character runs a small business selling flowers. He's wary of workplace romances after a relationship scandal ruined his previous job. When the protagonist notices his staff flirting with each other, he becomes alarmed and intervenes. His actions create a hilarious misunderstanding, leading one of his employees to believe the boss likes him.
The Hidden Moon
The Hidden Moon is a Thai supernatural BL series about a group of friends who stay at a haunted house. The main character and his colleagues work as content creators. Their latest assignment takes them to a famous historical manor to explore its background. Many strange experiences occur during their stay, and the protagonist has nightmares that blur with reality. In his dreams, he meets a mysterious man from the past.
Anti Reset
Anti-Reset is a Taiwanese BL series about the romance between a human and an android. Due to a recent injury, the main character hires a robotic caregiver to attend to his daily needs at home. This prototype looks humanlike and thinks with sophisticated artificial intelligence. Initially, the protagonist isn't used to the advanced technology. Over time, he becomes fond of his new companion and develops a surprisingly intimate bond.
At 25:00 in Akasaka
At 25:00 in Akasaka is a Japanese BL series about two actors starring in a romantic drama. The main character has landed the first major role in his career. He is intimidated by his costar, a handsome heartthrob with a large fan base. Both leads also know each other from university, further complicating their on-set relationship. They must navigate their secret feelings while struggling to differentiate between acting and reality.
Although I Love You and You
Although I Love You and You is a Japanese BL series about a small restaurant owner and an office worker. After his last breakup, the main character only focuses on running his shop instead of dating again. He develops a secret crush on a new customer who enjoys his cooking. As they befriend each other, their budding relationship has romantic potential. However, the ex-boyfriend returns and complicates these feelings.
The Time of Huan Nan
The Time of Huan Nan is a Taiwanese gay movie about a time traveller who transports three decades into the past. The main character struggles to care for his father, who seems depressed and detached from reality. One day, he enters a time portal and meets his parent as a teenager. The protagonist soon realizes his dad is in love with another man. He observes the difficulties of keeping a secret romance in a harsh era for gay couples.
Latex
Latex is a Korean short movie about a gay man with psychometric powers. The protagonist can read people's memories simply by touching their personal belongings. He runs a shaman business with his best friend, manipulating his abilities and pretending to be a psychic to make money. The protagonist also enjoys using his gift to hook up with different guys. However, he remains unaware that his friend is plotting behind his back.
Please Teach Me
Please Teach Me is a Korean BL series about a celebrity who takes acting lessons at university. The main character is a famous idol who recently started filming dramas. He faces harsh criticisms for his unprofessionalism, from not memorizing lines to delivering awkward performances. The protagonist hopes to improve by enrolling in classes. He goes to school and befriends a senior student, developing a meaningful relationship with him.
Perfect Propose
Perfect Propose is a Japanese BL series about two childhood friends who start living together. As kids, they once joked about marrying each other. The pair lost contact during their youth, but they reunited years later. Both move into an apartment to cohabitate. The main character feels burned out from his stressful office job, causing a poor work-life balance. His roommate encourages him to switch to a healthier routine.
Eccentric Romance
Eccentric Romance is a Korean BL series about two university friends investigating a campus killer. After joining a gym, the main characters meet a hunky personal trainer. Although their new acquaintance seems friendly, he may be connected to a recent murder case. The protagonist's paranoia grows when he finds evidence, but his friend doesn't believe this outlandish theory. Their relationship becomes strained as loyalties are divided.
Dominant Yakuza and Wimpy Corporate Slave
Dominant Yakuza and Wimpy Corporate Slave is a Japanese BL series about an office worker who crosses paths with a gangster. The main character is a Taiwanese employee who transferred to his company's overseas branch. He struggles with a demanding boss and poor work-life balance. One night, he gets drunk and impulsively compliments a yakuza leader's appearance. To his surprise, the gangster develops a romantic interest in him.
Kiseki Chapter 2
Kiseki Chapter 2 is a Thai BL series about a group of tourists exploring Japan. The main character feels excited about leaving Thailand and travelling abroad for the first time. While sightseeing with his friend, they meet a pair of twins who need a place to stay for the night. The protagonist quickly befriends them and suggests they all live together. They spend their vacation hanging out, having fun, and hooking up.
To Pee or Not To Pee
To Pee or Not To Pee is a Taiwanese short film about a gay couple navigating the challenges of incontinence in their relationship. The main character has a health condition and can't control his bladder. Ironically, he works as a urologist, making him sensitive about his condition. While he wants to seek treatment, his partner thinks it spices up their love life. The couple clashes due to their differing views on how to handle the issue, especially in public.
Sangmin Dinneaw
Sangmin Dinneaw is a Thai BL series about a family that runs a homestay and provides accommodations for tourists. The main character operates this business with his mother. One day, they are joined by a surprise visitor. A Korean exchange student who lived with them ten years ago suddenly returns. The mother is overjoyed by his arrival and treats him like a second son. Yet, the protagonist struggles to get along with the new resident.
Winter Is Not the Death of Summer
Winter Is Not the Death of Summer but Birth of Spring is a Thai BL series about a prison romance. After being convicted of fraud, the main character must serve a jail sentence. He struggles to adapt to the harsh conditions and intimidating inmates. Fortunately, the protagonist meets another young prisoner who looks out for him. Their friendship helps them navigate life more enjoyably. Over time, these feelings blossom into a relationship.
Jazz for Two
Jazz for Two is a high school Korean BL series about a group of music students and their relationship drama. The main character is a teenage pianist with a strict family. After being homeschooled, he's excited to enroll in an arts academy and befriend fellow musicians. However, he makes a poor first impression by clashing with a moody classmate. Despite their feud, the protagonist feels intrigued by his mysterious love interest.
Your Sky
Your Sky is a Thai BL series about two university students who pretend to be a couple. The main character feels bothered after receiving an unwanted love confession. This campus creep has powerful connections at the school, so rejecting him may cause trouble. The protagonist enters a fake relationship with his senior, hoping it can deter the advances. Although their romance is supposed to be phony, they develop genuine feelings over time.
Deep Night
Deep Night is a Thai BL series about a host club and the romances among its staff. The main character starts working at his mother's club, which entertains guests with acrobatic performances, alcohol, and attractive men. A strict workplace policy forbids employees from dating each other. The protagonist is surprised to find his university classmate also works there. While they clash at first, their relationship becomes intimate.
Silent Sparks
Silent Sparks is a Taiwanese movie about two gay gangsters and their secret relationship. After being released from jail, the main character returns to a life of crime. He works for his boss and breaks the law to make a living. However, he lands himself in legal trouble. When his former cellmate is released, the protagonist is eager to reunite with him. He wants to continue their undercover romance, but his partner seems distant around him.
A Man Who Defies the World of BL 3
A Man Who Defies the World of BL 3 is the 2024 sequel to the Japanese BL comedy franchise. The third series continues the story of a goofy university student and his aversion to romances. After his previous love interest leaves to study overseas, the main character is determined to stay single and rejects any possibility of a new relationship. Despite his extreme resistance, he meets a teenager who wants to change his mind.
Cosmetic Playlover
Cosmetic Playlover is a Japanese BL series about two beauty advisors at a make-up boutique. The main character is hardworking and passionate about his job. He tries to inspire his junior coworker, a talented beautician with an attitude problem. The pair develops a close relationship while working together, helping each other improve. However, their career growth takes them in different directions.
Escape
Escape is a Korean movie about a soldier who plans to defect from his country's dictatorship. The main character works for the North Korean military. Each night, he carefully maps out his escape route without anyone knowing. He dreams of starting a new life in South Korea. However, a secretly gay security officer begins hunting him down. The protagonist must risk everything during a dangerous journey to achieve his freedom.
Happy of the End
Happy of the End is a Japanese crime BL series about two men whose lives become intertwined after a failed one-night stand. After getting dumped by his wealthy lover, the main character visits a gay bar for a hookup. He meets an interested suitor who wants to have sex, but their encounter takes a shocking turn. Instead of separating, they continue to live together afterwards. Both learn about each other's traumatic pasts.
Happy Ending
Happy Ending is a Korean BL series about two high school students with ambiguous feelings for each other. The main character is an adult reminiscing about his teenage experiences. Years ago, he used to have a secret crush on his best friend. They enjoyed each other's companionship. Yet, he struggled to confess and only dared to confide in his diary. As time passed, the protagonist grew tormented over his unspoken love.
Bad Guy
Bad Guy is a Korean BL series about an engaged man meeting his ex-boyfriend before the wedding. The main character is about to marry his fiancée. However, he has a secret rendezvous with his former lover to announce the news. Despite their breakup, they still have unresolved feelings for each other. The protagonist is conflicted when temptation presents itself. He doesn't know whether to continue the marriage or reunite with his old flame.
I'm Your Pet
I'm Your Pet is a Japanese BL series about two heartbroken men who cross paths late at night. The main character is devastated when he catches his girlfriend kissing another man. His mood improves after listening to a street musician's song on the guitar. The protagonist introduces himself, only to learn that his new acquaintance has been struggling after a loved one's betrayal. The two men become roommates and develop a close bond.
Buddy Boy
Buddy Boy is a Korean BL series about a teenager who faces intense drama after moving to the countryside. The main character relocates to a small town with his father following a divorce. Their strained relationship leaves him feeling sad, bitter, and lonely. The protagonist befriends two other teens, finding comfort in their companionship. However, emotions explode when romantic feelings tear apart their fragile friendship.
Blue Complex
Blue Complex is a Korean BL series about three competitive swimmers on a university team. The main character is a former diver who unexpectedly joins the swim team. While his coach and teammates welcome him, they're puzzled by his sudden change in sports. As the protagonist adjusts to his new surroundings, he crosses paths with a fellow athlete. This top swimmer is now paralyzed by a fear of the water. The pair begins training together.
Seoul Blues
Seoul Blues is a Korean BL series that explores a complicated love triangle among three childhood friends. The main character confesses his feelings to a close friend, only to be rejected. Later, he starts dating another friend within their social circle. During a confrontation, the protagonist is questioned about whether the new relationship is just a ploy to incite jealousy. As emotions flare, the tension threatens to unravel their long-standing friendships.
I'm a Fool for You 4
I Am a Fool for You Season 4 is the fourth and final season of the Hong Kong BL series. The main characters reunite awkwardly before a friend's wedding. Their last encounter ended with a rejected love confession, and they haven't stayed in touch since. The protagonist feels uneasy about seeing his love interest, who brought a new guy to the party. Sexual tension builds as they confront their unresolved feelings.
My Man's Man
My Man's Man is a Korean BL series about a university student who grows suspicious of her partner and his best friend. The main character is a steady relationship with a sweet and doting boyfriend. However, she's annoyed by his clingy friend, who always gets in the way of their couple's time. Lately, her irritation has turned into jealousy. The protagonist believes this awkward third wheel may be her love rival, secretly trying to steal her man.
Gray Shelter
Gray Shelter is a sad Korean BL series about the rocky relationship between two stepbrothers. After their parents remarried, the main characters lived together in an abusive household. The siblings bonded despite not getting along initially. However, they drifted apart over the years. When the pair reunites in their adulthood, there is tension between them. They must confront their unresolved feelings and heal from past traumas.
Blue Boys
Blue Boys is a Korean BL series about a newly dating couple and their emotional drama. The main character is a writer who reconnects with a friend from school. Sparks fly between them on a passionate evening. They agree to begin a secret relationship, even though it's their first time with another man. Both protagonists enjoy being with each other. However, the couple faces threats and temptations from various love rivals.
Blossom Campus
Blossom Campus is a Korean BL series about two lonely university students. The main characters begin as strangers, but they keep encountering each other on campus. After an awkward introduction, they finally start talking and become friends. The pair gets along well, enjoying each other's companionship. However, romantic feelings complicate their relationship. A pesky rival also disrupts the harmony between them.
Our Golden Times
Our Golden Times is a Hong Kong BL series about an engaged man who reunites with his teenage crush. The main character is about to get married. While his fiancée takes charge of their wedding preparations, he's simply going through the motions. At work, the protagonist discovers his new boss is his ex-boyfriend from high school. Their bitter breakup left unresolved tension, which resurfaces as their paths cross once again.
A Balloon's Landing
A Balloon's Landing is a Taiwanese movie about a disgraced writer, a tour guide, and their budding bromance. The main character is a Hong Kong author who faces plagiarism allegations. After his career falls apart, he wants to visit a mysterious island in Taiwan, which his pen pal once described as enchanting. The protagonist meets a spunky local who offers to take him to his destination. They go on a whimsical journey and form an unlikely friendship.
Bad to Bed
Bad to Bed is a Taiwanese BL series about a man whose life spirals out of control due to severe insomnia. The main character is a famous gay influencer. After hooking up with a guy at a bar, they begin dating and form a strong bond. Despite their happiness together, the protagonist struggles with sleepless nights. As his dreams blur with reality, he has strange encounters with random people. These bizarre experiences strain his relationship.
The Outing
The Outing is a Thai series about the toxic relationship drama during a company retreat. There's a BL subplot for one of the couples. The main characters are three business executives who take their families and employees on a trip to a resort. Although it's supposed to be a relaxing occasion, secret love affairs and scandalous revelations threaten to tear apart the group. Their friendships, romances, and careers are in jeopardy.
The Secret of Male Students
The Secret of Male Students is a Korean BL series about two high school rivals. The main character has a crush on the class president, who maintains a disciplined image around others. Everything changes when he catches the seemingly perfect student smoking on campus. The protagonist takes a photograph as proof. Later, he is confronted by his classmate, who reveals a manipulative side behind his polished persona.
Fake Buddies
Fake Buddies is a Korean BL series about a man and a woman in a phony romance. The main character appears to be happily in love with his university girlfriend. However, he has an unusually intimate relationship with his best friend. She is suspicious, especially after catching him in lies and picking up on clues. The protagonist maintains his innocence, even though he's hiding a scandalous secret from his partner.
Caged Again
Caged Again is a Thai BL fantasy series about a penguin who transforms into a human. The main character is a zoo animal granted the magical power to live as a person. After gaining his freedom, he adopts the identity of a boarding school student. Despite his hidden past, the protagonist quickly adapts to the new world. He befriends a lonely, introverted classmate and forms a meaningful relationship with him.
BL Recommendations
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