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Season 1 – The Boyfriend

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Over the course of a month, a group of men live under one roof and run a coffee truck together to connect and hopefully meet their one true boyfriend.
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Critics Reviews

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Judy Berman TIME Magazine 08/01/2024
...the emphasis here is on emotional rather than physical intimacy. There are crushes, rivalries, changes of heart that will make you want to throw stuff at the screen. But what’s radical is the show’s portrayal of gay and bisexual men... Go to Full Review Daisy Jones Guardian 07/17/2024
4/5
You watch, with bated breath, to see who might organically fall for another. Nothing feels forced. Go to Full Review Andy Dehnart Reality Blurred 12/11/2024
A
This is “a story of love and friendship,” a title card at the start of The Boyfriend tells us, and that’s actually, delightfully true. It’s intimate and romantic, silly and casual, remaining grounded in the reality of its casts’ experiences. Go to Full Review Michael Cuby them. 07/25/2024
More The Real World than Love Island, the series often feels like a fly-on-the-wall documentary, content to just sit back and observe as the men of the Green Room get to know each other. Go to Full Review Joel Keller Decider 07/11/2024
The Boyfriend is a fascinating watch, but not just because it’s a social experiment in same-sex relationships... it’s also a good example of a dating show that can be genuine about how relationships form and are maintained. Go to Full Review David Opie Digital Spy 07/11/2024
5/5
As the show gently reminds us, "Anyone can fall in love with anyone," regardless of who you are, and it won't be long until you fall in love with the cast of this trailblazing, near-perfect series as well. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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Peugeot C @Uinkuiok Jan 27 I’m obsessed with this show 😭🤟🏻 See more Someone G @SomeoneGenuine Jan 7 I like how the show is slow paced without a lot of interference of the crew members. I think the show might have been longer but 10 episodes actually keep up the excitement. I also wanted to mention that Shun might be depressed. Someone needs to see that and get him into therapy. The 24×7 tiredness, not wanting to indulge with others usually, being so inconsistent with his feelings along with feelings of others, not facing others properly, having an extremely tough upbringing, hesitation to fully express his feelings fearing he might get played, etc. This is depression. All the signs are there! He looks like he wants to be with Dai but is scared to open up...as if his heart is trapped in a cage. I really think someone should help him or else he will soon make it his whole personality. I feel bad for him :( See more b s @RT96637311 Jun 20 2024.10.14想说戴和俊一波折的爱情的确让人觉得好看，但我更喜欢韩国男的成熟和帅气。最后一集模特男向厨师和人的表白让人心疼．整体电影感唯美感强烈，像是看过一部青春电影和小说，因为太过完美，而少了一些能够切入进去的现实感。跟同期的韩国台湾恶综比，也少了一些程序上的设计。 2025.6.20时隔不到一年，再次刷剧，不再那么喜欢和人，但依然觉得韩国戴宪的好。跟台湾的《男生男生配》比，这里真是充满了剪辑，慢镜头，滤镜，特意安排的景深，场面调度，走位等等，像是一个美好的泡泡。 See more Phil V @RT66693695 12/24/2024 Just the most beautiful, wholesome reality/dating show I’ve ever seen. Such a lovely bunch of emotionally intelligent guys. Very moving and humanity restoring. I so want to live in Japan. See more Nicole F @RT02989845 09/13/2024 This is the sweetest most emotionally intelligent reality dating show I have ever seen. See more Rebecca T @RT72202852 08/03/2024 Heartwarming show. It was enjoyable to see the friendships and romantic relationships evolve throughout the show. Recommmend it! See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Megumi

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Chiaki Horan

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Horan Chiaki

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Teruma Aoyama

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Durian Lollobrigida

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Yoshimi Tokui

Host

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 9, 2024 That Summer, I Fell in Love With Him The boys move into an oceanside cottage, sharing their first impressions; as sparks fly and a new face heats things up, an unforgettable summer begins. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 9, 2024 Getting to Know the Real You The coffee truck opens for business, and the boys must choose their shift partners; Shun begins to feel uneasy over an unexpected discovery. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 9, 2024 A Kiss Would Make Things Clear A new member stirs things up; as the sun sets, Shun reveals his true feelings; a lucky few may get to go on a date, only if their feelings are mutual. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 16, 2024 One Step Closer Usak reveals his anxieties; as food prices escalate, so does the chicken crisis; Kazuto's popularity provokes some of the boys to make bold moves. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 16, 2024 I Don't Need an Answer Two members go on an overnight date and bond over dinner; Shun clarifies his feelings; after a heartwarming shift, Usak makes a big announcement. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 16, 2024 Welcome to a Stormy Picnic Inspired by Usak's words, Gensei takes a step forward; a new face joins the group; the boys go on an eventful picnic with their new housemate. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 23, 2024 There's Nothing I Want Now With a chance to get a wish granted, the boys compete to be the fastest go-kart racer; Dai has a difficult conversation; Ikuo goes on the offensive. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 23, 2024 Did You Wait Long? I've Been Waiting Forever Over drinks, the group shares their different coming out experiences; with one last chance for a romantic date, the boys must make their choice count. Details Episode 9 Aired Jul 30, 2024 Accepting You No Matter What Dai confides in a few members for advice; Ikuo's good intentions backfire; as things cool down, a surprise announcement leaves the boys in tears. Details Episode 10 Aired Jul 30, 2024 I Don't Want This to End A surprise event strengthens the boys' bonds; on the final day, they face confessions and shocks; discovering what future chooses for themselves. Details

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Season Info

Director
Keisuke Hishida, Kazuhiko Kudo, Kotaro Nagayama, Riho Yoshida
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Reality
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date
Jul 9, 2024
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