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Season 1 – Burn the House Down

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To uncover the truth about the fire that ruined her family 13 years ago, Anzu goes undercover as a housekeeper for the icy mistress of the wealthy and powerful Mitarai home.
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Carla Monfort Espinof Aug 17, 2023
3/5
Burn the House Down is a good antidote to the suffocating heat of summer: a thriller of a lifetime that will meet the expectations of those looking to get hooked on something short that guarantees an entertaining time. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Alison de Souza The Straits Times (Singapore) Aug 7, 2023
3/5
The two charismatic female leads, Nagano and Suzuki, make even the silliest and soapiest moments enjoyable. Go to Full Review Jonathon Wilson Ready Steady Cut Jul 31, 2023
4/5
Burn the House Down is a handsomely crafted and consistently engaging mystery with relevant themes and impressive performances. Go to Full Review Joel Keller Decider Jul 18, 2023
Despite the tonal inconsistencies, the story of Burn The House Down has pulled us in... Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Mad H @RT48855585 Dec 3, 2025 Acting was interesting. story line was intriguing only in the beginning, ending was deflated. Not worth the time. See more Due F @RT14704568 Nov 11, 2025 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 — shines throughout. Beyond the drama, the series delivers a powerful message about truth and deception: never believe everything you see on social media, for perfection often hides behind carefully constructed lies. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com) See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Mei Nagano

Anzu Murata

Kyôka Suzuki

Makiko Mitarai

Yuri Tsunematsu

Yuzu Murata

Taishi Nakagawa

Shinji Mitarai

Michiko Kichise

Satsuki Murata

Kie Kitano

Kurea

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Episode 1 A young woman calling herself Shizuka Yamauchi arrives at the Mitarai house as the new housekeeper; it's a home she once knew very well. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Episode 2 Yuzu figures out a way to get more information out of the Mitarai family; Makiko begins to share her less-than-glamorous past with the public. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Episode 3 Shinji offers to set up a meeting between Yuzu and their father; Kiichi blackmails Anzu, keeping her from making any progress in her investigation. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Episode 4 Claire finds what may be Makiko's personal blog from 14 years ago; Shinji starts to suspect that Shizuka Yamauchi may not be who she says she is. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Episode 5 After a setback, Anzu has to recalibrate; she confronts her father and gains an unlikely ally; Anzu finds a new way to keep a close eye on Makiko. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Episode 6 Makiko goes viral all over social media and not for a good reason; then, someone starts posting stories exposing Makiko's past. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Episode 7 Instead of apologizing, Makiko holds a press conference and declares that she'll continue being Makiko Mitarai; however, the choice may not be her's to make. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Episode 8 The police make an arrest, but it isn't of Makiko; Anzu and Yuzu pay a visit to the Mitarai house to find out the whole truth. Details

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Burn the House Down — Season 1

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Season Info

Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date
Jul 13, 2023
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