BL shows that won't disappoint !
BL shows are not all necessarily about highschoolers in shorts with too much lipgloss and not enough well scripted scenes . BL comes in many varied forms and can bring strong emotions and cinematographic quality to the table . Let me list the ones that stand out and left a strong impression on me.
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1. KinnPorsche
Thai Drama - 2022, 14 episodes
The one and only KP, addictive and unique for its brillant casting and sizzling chemistry between the different leads. Definitely the one that moved the lines for BL recognition worldwide.
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2. Not Me
Thai Drama - 2021, 14 episodes
Great acting and script, plus a political background story I found solid .
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3. Manner of Death
Thai Drama - 2020, 14 episodes
Fantastic show, great chemistry and acting for the main lead, riveting story.
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4. Stay with Me
Chinese Drama - 2023, 24 episodes
It might well be censored BL, but the clever writing, beautiful filming and superb acting make every emotion come out strong , you'll end up addicted to this show.
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5. The Eighth Sense
Korean Drama - 2023, 10 episodes
The show is realistic and flawlessly executed with intense emotions and fantastic acting.
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6. Moonlight Chicken
Thai Drama - 2023, 8 episodes
It's a mature and original story, the scenes involving the main lead were so intense, I strongly recommand this.
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7. Mood Indigo
Japanese Drama - 2019, 6 episodes
It was the BL I started with, very Japanese atmosphere, very artistic and highly intelligent. A must-see.
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8. Semantic Error
Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Love the manhwa, love the show . Great chemistry between the main leads. Can't wait for season 2.
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9. A Tale of Thousand Stars
Thai Drama - 2021, 10 episodes
Lovely show with a very romantic story, strong main couple and endearing supporting characters . The setting makes for great scenery, like Manner of Death.
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10. Choco Milk Shake
Korean Drama - 2022, 11 episodes
So very Korean, so dayum funny and sweet. Great actors.
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11. Like in the Movies
Filipino Drama - 2020, 8 episodes
Also known as Gaya sa Pelikula . Strong story, great acting, very enjoyable.
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12. I Told Sunset about You
Thai Drama - 2020, 5 episodes
The main couple is incredible, great story, cried my eyes out.
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13. I Promised You the Moon
Thai Drama - 2021, 5 episodes
Just as good as season 1, adds depth to the characters, and make them very relatable, also cried my eyes out.
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14. Stay Still
Hong Kong Drama - 2023, 5 episodes
Only flaw is that it was a bit short, it's edgy, thrilling, great emotions and acting.
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15. Only Friends
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
Hot, messy, addictive . Some of the couples will make your heart beat soo fast.
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16. The Sign
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
Just a riveting thriller with great actors and a fantastic storyline.
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17. I Feel You Linger in the Air: Uncut Version
Thai Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
The setting is original ( time travelling in the twenties) , a very romantic story, brillantly filmed.
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18. Kiseki: Dear to Me
Taiwanese Drama - 2023, 13 episodes
Grat acting with character development, solid plot.
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19. Egoist
Japanese Movie - 2022
More a queer movie than a BL, but I loved its tenderness so much.
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20. Your Name Engraved Herein
Taiwanese Movie - 2020
Beautiful film based on a true story, sad but with great value , that I have actually rewatched . Strongly recommanded.
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21. The Boy Next Door
Korean Drama - 2017, 15 episodes
So what if it is only a spoof BL series ? It's incredibly funny, and the two actors have great chemistry.
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22. Bad Buddy
Thai Drama - 2021, 12 episodes
Such a classic BL, probably the rare one I will add with Uni students, but great story, strong chemistry with the lead.
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23. HIStory3: Trapped
Taiwanese Special - 2019, 20 episodes
Just so enjoyable, all the main and secondary leads have great chemistry.
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24. Utsukushii Kare
Japanese Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
The lighting, thefilming, the acting is top notch, Kiyoi's scene when he begs Hira to see him as a real person was perfectly heartbreaking.
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25. Utsukushii Kare Season 2
Japanese Drama - 2023, 4 episodes
Just as good as season 2, with great character development.
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26. Love in the Air
Thai Drama - 2022, 13 episodes
Great love scenes with heartbeaking moments , raunchy AND sweet, an exciting show.
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27. Old Fashion Cupcake
Japanese Drama - 2022, 5 episodes
Such a lovely and very Japanese show, with superb acting .