2024 begins with another fulfilling year of new BL dramas, movies, and anime series. From original stories to beloved sequels, fans have many delightful choices to look forward to this year. We can expect creative projects from Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, and other countries worldwide. 2024 is a popular year for remakes! Be prepared to see some classic BL titles reimagined by contemporary storytellers.
Several titles emerge as the frontrunners for the top 2024 BL dramas. Love for Love's Sake is a Korean series that resonated with many fans. This imaginative story combines romance, angst, and creativity in a polished package. Another favourite is Ossan's Love Returns. The 2024 sequel replicates the charm of the original drama, delivering hilarious jokes and heartwarming plots in a thoughtfully crafted narrative.
The year 2024 seems promising for the BL genre. As new shows release weekly, I have compiled a list of the BL dramas that have aired so far. This list will grow and be updated as more entries come out throughout the year.
List of BL Dramas in 2024
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Discover all the completed BL dramas in 2024, including series, movies, and anime. As new shows come out, the lists will be updated frequently throughout the year. The data is organized according to their ending date.
2024 Anime BL
Given Movie releases on January 27, 2024.
Cherry Magic Anime completed on March 28, 2024.
Tadaima, Okaeri is an upcoming series.
2024 Japanese BL Movies
Let's Eat Together, Aki and Haru 2 is an upcoming movie.
2024 Japanese BL Series
I Became the Main Role of a BL Drama completed on January 1, 2024.
Mr. Sahara & Toki-kun completed on February 2, 2024.
Ossan's Love Returns completed on March 1, 2024.
Perfect Propose completed on March 1, 2024.
Although I Love You and You completed on March 15, 2024.
My Strawberry Film finishes on April 5, 2024.
Love Is Better the Second Time Around finishes on April 9, 2024.
A Man Who Defies the World of BL 3 is an upcoming series.
At 25:00 in Akasaka is an upcoming series.
Living With Him is an upcoming series.
2024 Korean BL Movies
The Time of Fever is an upcoming movie.
2024 Korean BL Series
Love for Love's Sake completed on February 1, 2024.
Happy Ending completed on February 8, 2024.
Jazz for Two completed on March 29, 2024.
City Boy Log is an ongoing series.
Please Teach Me is an ongoing series.
Gray Shelter is an upcoming series.
Love Is Like a Cat is an upcoming series.
2024 Taiwanese BL Movies
A Balloon's Landing is an upcoming movie.
2024 Taiwanese BL Series
VIP Only completed on January 19, 2024.
Let's Talk About Chu completed on February 2, 2024.
Anti-Reset completed on March 29, 2024.
Unknown finishes on May 4, 2024.
2024 Thai BL Movies
Love Syndrome: The Beginning released on February 8, 2024.
2024 Thai BL Series
Twins completed on January 19, 2024.
Beside You completed on January 25, 2024.
Last Twilight completed on January 26, 2024.
Night Dream completed on January 27, 2024.
My Universe completed on January 28, 2024.
The Whisperer completed on February 4, 2024.
7 Days Before Valentine completed on February 7, 2024.
Pit Babe completed on February 9, 2024.
The Sign completed on February 11, 2024.
For Him completed on February 15, 2024.
Cooking Crush completed on February 18, 2024.
Playboyy completed on February 29, 2024.
Cherry Magic Thailand completed on March 2, 2024.
The Outing completed on March 3, 2024.
Dead Friend Forever completed on March 9, 2024.
Time completed on March 12, 2024.
To Be Continued finishes on April 8, 2024.
Close Friend 3 finishes on April 17, 2024.
City of Stars finishes on April 19, 2024.
A Secretly Love finishes on April 20, 2024.
Kiseki in Tokyo Chapter 2 finishes on April 22, 2024.
Deep Night finishes on April 25, 2024.
1000 Years Old finishes on May 2, 2024.
Two Worlds finishes on May 16, 2024.
Love You in Every Multiverse is an ongoing series.
Knock Knock, Boys is an upcoming series.
My Stand-In is an upcoming series.
OMG! Vampire is an upcoming series.
Only Boo! is an upcoming series.
We Are is an upcoming series.
2024 Vietnamese BL Series
Be Your Star is an ongoing series.
Anime BL 2024
Despite a lack of new entries over the past few years, the anime BL genre is picking up steam in 2024. The anime remake of Cherry Magic brings the beloved story in animation format. Likewise, the Given movies and Tadaima, Okaeri are other exciting additions to the genre. Let's hope this year brings more overtly BL anime titles and less subtly coded bromance series.
Completed Anime BL
Cherry Magic Anime
Cherry Magic (30歳まで童貞だと魔法使いになれるらしい) is a Japanese BL anime series about an office worker with mind-reading powers. The lead is shocked to discover his colleague has a secret crush on him.
Given Movie
Given Movie (映画 ギヴン) is a Japanese BL anime film. It is the sequel to the 2019 anime series. This is the second movie in the installment, following the sequel released in 2020.
Upcoming Anime BL
Tadaima, Okaeri
Tadaima, Okaeri (ただいま、おかえり) is an upcoming Japanese BL anime. It is based on a popular manga by Ichi Ichikawa. The story is about gay parenthood.
Japanese BL 2024
One of the most popular 2024 Japanese BL dramas is Ossan's Love Returns. This beloved franchise has released an excellent sequel that replicates the charm of the original drama. In addition, other series include Although I Love You and You, Perfect Propose, and My Strawberry Film.
Completed Japanese BL
Although I Love You and You
Although I Love You and You (好きやねんけどどうやろか) is a Japanese BL series about a restaurant owner's crush on an office worker. The lead falls in love with his customer.
I Became the Main Role of a BL Drama
I Became the Main Role of a BL Drama (BLドラマの主演になりました) is a Japanese comedy about two actors. The leads move in together and develop their rapport while filming a BL series.
Mr. Sahara & Toki-kun
Mr. Sahara & Toki-kun (佐原先生と土岐くん) is a Japanese BL series about a high school teacher and his student. The lead is a teen delinquent who develops a crush on his mentor.
Ossan's Love Returns
Ossan's Love Returns (おっさんずラブ-リターンズ-) is the sequel to the famous Japanese BL comedy series. The story follows two real estate agents and the love triangle with their former boss.
Perfect Propose
Perfect Propose (パーフェクトプロポーズ) is a Japanese BL series about two childhood friends who begin living together. The leadis stressed over work, while his roommate helps him cope.
Ongoing Japanese BL
Love Is Better the Second Time Around
Love Is Better the Second Time Around (恋をするなら二度目が上等) is a Japanese BL series. The original story is a manga series by Keiko Kinoshita.
My Strawberry Film
My Strawberry Film (マイストロベリーフィルム) is a Japanese BL series. The story takes place in a school. The director is Ryo Kawasaki, who previously worked on Minato's Laundromat 2.
Upcoming Japanese BL
A Man Who Defies the World of BL 3
A Man Who Defies the World of BL 3 (絶対BLになる世界3) is a Japanese BL drama. It is the third installment of the comedic franchise.
At 25:00 in Akasaka
At 25:00 in Akasaka (25時、赤坂で) is a Japanese BL series. One of the leads is Taisuke Niihara, who played a supporting character in Eternal Yesterday and Senpai, This Can't Be Love.
Let's Eat Together, Aki and Haru 2
Let's Eat Together, Aki and Haru 2 (アキはハルとごはんを食べたい2) is an upcoming Japanese BL movie. It is the sequel to the Japanese BL movie. It continues the story of two roommates who love cooking and eating together.
Living With Him
Living With Him (彼のいる生活) is a Japanese BL series. The original story is a Japanese manga by Toworu Miyata.
Korean BL 2024
2024 introduced Love for Love's Sake, an innovative story that captured the hearts of many Korean BL fans. You can also look forward to other exciting entries, including Blossom Campus, Jazz For Two, and Love Is Like a Cat. We also hope to see Wuju Bakery, the Thai-Korean BL drama that keeps getting pushed back. Maybe 2024 is finally the year it will be released!
Completed Korean BL
Happy Ending
Happy Ending (해피엔딩) is a short Korean BL drama about two high school students. The main character has a secret crush on his best friend and struggles to confess his feelings.
Jazz For Two
Jazz for Two (재즈처럼) is an upcoming Korean BL series. It is based on a webtoon of the same name by Clarju. One of the leads is Byun Sung Tae, the star of Happy Merry Ending.
Love for Love's Sake
Love for Love's Sake (연애 지상주의 구역) is a Korean fantasy BL series where the lead unknowingly enters a video game simulation. His mission is to help a depressed student.
Ongoing Korean BL
City Boy Log
City Boy Log (시티보이로그) is a Korean BL drama. Although filmed like a real-life vlog, the episodes contain BL content. The cast includes members from the idol group TAN.
Please Teach Me
Please Teach Me (가르쳐주세요) is a Korean BL series. It contains 50 short one-minute episodes. The director is Hyeryeom Yoon.
Upcoming Korean BL
Gray Shelter
Gray Shelter (회색기류) is a Korean BL series. One of the leads is Lee Jae Bin, the star of the 2022 series Choco Milk Shake.
Love Is Like a Cat
Love Is Like a Cat (사랑은고양이처럼) is a Korean BL series. A unique selling point is that it features Mew, a Thai actor well-known for his role in TharnType.
The Time of Fever
The Time of Fever (내 손끝에 너의 온도가 닿을 때) is an upcoming Korean BL movie. It is the spin-off to Unintentional Love Story, focusing on the secondary couple of that series. The same actors will reprise their roles in this film.
Taiwanese BL 2024
Taiwanese BL series are gearing up for an eventful year in 2024. The year began with VIP Only, Anti-Reset, and Unknown, each covering a different type of love story. In addition, Let's Talk About Chu has a juicy gay storyline that defies stereotypes. Fans are also excited about A Balloon's Landing. The movie features the return of Fandy Fan, the star of HIStory 2: Crossing the Line.
Completed Taiwanese BL
Anti-Reset
Anti-Reset (恆久定律) is a Taiwanese sci-fi BL series. It is made by the Taiwanese studio, Vidol. The story involves an A.I. robot. There are 10 episodes.
Let's Talk About Chu
Let's Talk About Chu (愛愛內含光) is a Taiwanese series about three siblings and their dysfunctional relationship drama. The lead clashes with her traditional parents over her sex positivity.
VIP Only
VIP Only (保留席位) is a Taiwanese BL series about a restaurant owner and a loyal customer. The main character visits his favourite noodle shop and befriends the chef.
Ongoing Taiwanese BL
Unknown
Unknown (關於未知的我們) is a Taiwanese BL series. It is an adaptation of a story by the writer, Priest. The drama is made by Yoiisz International Media, the studio behind Your Tooth, Our Love.
Upcoming Taiwanese BL
A Balloon's Landing
A Balloon's Landing (我在這裡等你) is an upcoming Taiwanese movie. It may or may not have BL content, which is left for speculation. One of the leads is Fandy Fan, who starred in HIStory 2: Crossing the Line.
Thai BL 2024
Like always, Thai BL continues to dominate the genre with many new releases throughout 2024. GMMTV remains a prevalent industry leader, wrapping up the stories of Cherry Magic Thailand and Last Twilight from the end of last year. Additionally, you may enjoy series like Dead Friend Forever, To Be Continued, and We Are. Discover a list of all the completed, ongoing, and upcoming Thai series this year.
Completed Thai BL
7 Days Before Valentine
7 Days Before Valentine (7 วันก่อนวาเลนไทน์) is a Thai fantasy BL series about a cupid with deadly powers. After his breakup, the lead has the ability to eliminate anyone from existence.
Beside You
Beside You (ข้างกายที่เป็นเธอ) is a Thai BL series about two boyfriends and their cat. Lately, the main character seems more preoccupied with his pet than paying attention to his relationship.
Cherry Magic Thailand
Cherry Magic Thailand (30 ยังซิง) is the Thai remake of the popular Japanese BL series. The lead gains the power to read minds and discovers his coworker's secret crush on him.
Cooking Crush
Cooking Crush (อาหารเป็นยังไงครับหมอ) is a Thai BL series about an aspiring chef The main character meets a medical student, who hires him for one-on-one culinary lessons.
Dead Friend Forever
Dead Friend Forever (เพื่อน ตาย DFF) is a Thai horror BL series about a group of friends in a secluded cabin. The leads plan to have a party in the woods, only to face scary experiences.
For Him
For Him (ยอมเป็นของฮิม) is a Thai BL series about a university student and his mysterious new suitor. After a recent breakup, the main character meets a charming stranger at a bar.
Last Twilight
Last Twilight (ภาพนายไม่เคยลืม) is a Thai BL series about a visually impaired protagonist and his caregiver. Despite their initial clash, the lead must learn to cooperate with his professional aid.
Love Syndrome: The Beginning
Love Syndrome: The Beginning is a Thai BL movie. It is a prequel of the 2023 series, Love Syndrome III. This drama is based on a web novel by Yeo Nim.
My Universe
My Universe (รักเราเท่าจักรวาล) is a Thai BL series that starts in August 2023. It features twelve separate stories with different couples. Each drama is two episodes long.
Night Dream
Night Dream (สเกาท์รักที่พักใจ) is a Thai BL series about three high school friends in a love triangle. After the main character moves away, they reunite years later and rebuild their bond.
Pit Babe
Pit Babe (พิษเบ๊บ) is a Thai BL series about a famous race car driver. The main character begins a casual fling with a mysterious fan, but his new lover has a dangerous secret.
Playboyy
Playboyy (เล่นจนเป็นเรื่อง) is a Thai BL series about a missing university student. The main characters investigate their friend's disappearance and find a suspicious link to an escorting service.
The Sign
The Sign (ลางสังหรณ์) is a Thai BL series. It is made by IDOLFACTORY. This BL drama features Billy, the star of Secret Crush on You.
The Outing
The Outing (ทริปซ่อนชู้) is a Thai series about the dysfunctional relationship drama during a company retreat. There is a minor BL subplot for one of the couples.
The Whisperer
The Whisperer (ศพกระซิบ) is a Thai horror BL series. The cast includes Fluke, the handsome lead from My Ride.
Time
Time (ไทม์ ผ่าน เวลา) is a Thai BL drama. It is made by GYB Entertainment. The story involves time travel.
Twins
Twins (สองกายใจเดียว) is a Thai BL series about a volleyball team. After his identical twin was hospitalized, the main character assumes his brother's identity and leads a double life.
Ongoing Thai BL
1000 Years Old
1000 Years Old (อายุมั่นขวัญยืน) is a Thai BL series. The story is about a vampire. It features Shane, who had a supporting role in My Engineer.
A Secretly Love
A Secretly Love (ปลื้มคนโปรด) is a Thai BL series. It is based on a story by Avery Pie. One of the leads, Kimmon, is the star of 2 Moons and Gen Y.
City of Stars
City of Stars (เฟื่องนคร) is a Thai BL series. The story is about a celebrity and his ordinary love interest. It is made by Star Hunter Entertainment.
Close Friend 3
Close Friend Season 3: Soju Bomb (โคตรแฟน 3) is a Thai BL series. It is the third installment of the Close Friend franchise, which released Season 1 in 2021 and Season 2 in 2022.
Deep Night
Deep Night (คืนนี้มีแค่เรา) is a Thai BL series. One of the leads is First, who previously appeared in Y-Destiny and War of Y.
Kiseki in Tokyo Chapter 2
Kiseki in Tokyo Chapter 2 (ฤดูปาฏิหาริย์) is an Thai BL series. This BL drama is made by 9NAA Channel. It is a separate story from the 2023 Taiwanese drama with a similar name.
Love You in Every Multiverse
Love You in Every Multiverse (รักกันทุกมัลติเวิร์ส) is a Thai BL series. It is made by Imagine Thailand, the studio that previously made Deal Lover.
To Be Continued
To Be Continued (คุณได้ไปต่อ) is a Thai BL series. It is an emotional romance where the leads go from friends to lovers. The original story is a novel by Nottakorn.
Two Worlds
Two Worlds (โลกสองใบใจดวงเดียว) is an Thai BL series. It stars Max and Nat, two actors who appeared as the secondary couple in Cutie Pie.
Upcoming Thai BL
Knock Knock, Boys
Knock Knock, Boys! (บ้านหนุ่มโสด โหมดพร้อมเลิฟ) is a Thai BL series. One of the leads is Best, the star of Check Out (2022). His costar Seng is the lead of Secret Crush on You.
My Stand-In
My Stand-In (ตัวนาย ตัวแทน) is an upcoming Thai BL series. The lead is Up, who previously starred in Lovely Writer. His costar Poom has a supporting role in Bake Me Please.
OMG! Vampire
OMG! Vampire (แวมไพร์ไวน์แดง) is an upcoming Thai BL series. It is a supernatural story about vampires. The leads are Frank and Leelong, who previously co-starred in Love Syndrome III.
Only Boo!
Only Boo! (แค่ที่แกง) is an upcoming Thai BL series by GMMTV. The lead is Keen, who had a supporting role in My Tempo. The supporting cast includes Book, the star of A Boss and a Babe.
We Are
We Are (คือเรารักกัน) is a Thai university BL series. It features four pairings. The leads, Pond and Phuwin, starred in Never Let Me Go. Another pairing, Winny and Satang, were in My School President.
World BL 2024
Welcome to another year of BL dramas from Vietnam and other places worldwide. The latest titles include Be Your Star, a new BL drama from O2 Productions. The studio also plans to release a new series this year. In addition, we are hoping to see more BL projects from around the world.
Ongoing Vietnamese BL
Be Your Star
Be Your Star (Mùa Sao Đầu Tiên) is a Vietnamese BL series. One of the leads is Ba Vinh, who appeared in numerous series, including Love Bill (2023). It is made by O2 Production.