My Completed Asian Dramas/Variety (Ranked Highest to Lowest)
This is the dramas/variety I have watched and loved.
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1. Deserter Pursuit
Korean Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
I rarely give 10 but this drama deserves it. I loved every aspect of this drama. The story of desertion, mistreatment and the broken military system was well conceived and portrayed on screen. The performances were fucking amazing, Jung Hae In, Koo Kyo Hwan and Jo Hyun Chul were just standouts. The OST and intro was also so good, the cinematography was simple showcasing the grim atmosphere.
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2. Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
A perfectly executed romantic comedy with brilliant acting and chemistry between Kim Seon-ho and Shin Min-ah. They turned a rather simple story into something engaging, thought provoking and magical. The supporting cast, cinematography and OST was just perfection. I highly recommend this, if you need a Slice-Of-Life Korean Drama.
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3. Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo
Korean Drama - 2016, 20 episodes
My all time favorite Sageuk drama. The interesting story lures you in every episode and because of IU, Lee Joon Gi & Kang Han Neul this show became my favorite. The OST perfectly fits the drama. This drama was so tragic and sad so prepare tissues. The only problem I have is that Hae Soo (FL), Wang So (ML) & Wang Wook (SML) became really unlikable in the second half of the series.
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4. Life Senjou No Bokura
Japanese Drama - 2020, 4 episodes
Japan makes great LGBTQ+ dramas. This series is short yet so impactful maybe because of the realistic story and characters. An all around brilliant BL short drama.
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5. I Told Sunset About You
Thai Drama - 2020, 5 episodes
A fantastic coming-of-age LGBTQ+ series. Beautifully depicted by it's fantastic use of scenery of Phuket, picturesque cinematography, top notch acting and chemistry from Billkin and PP and a cohesive emotional story.
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6. Alice in Borderland
Japanese Drama - 2020, 8 episodes
Gritty, nerve wrecking and an all around intense ride. With top notch acting, story, atmosphere and emotional impact. This show is a must watch.
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7. Reply 1988
Korean Drama - 2015, 20 episodes
A nostalgic ride full of laughter, thoughtful messages and sad moments. You grow attach to all the characters in this series which is why this series is special.
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8. Semantic Error
Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Probably one of the best South Korean BL. The chemistry between the two leads was so good. This is an example of turning a simple story into a great show filled with romantic moments.
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9. Utsukushii Kare
Japanese Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
Probably one of my favorite Japanese BL. The dynamic between the two leads is unique and different which made the story more engaging. The only complaint I have is IT'S SO SHORT, well us gays already got used to short episodes and runtime.
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10. Zettai BL ni Naru Sekai VS Zettai BL ni Naritakunai Otoko 2
Japanese Special - 2022, 1 episode
An enjoyable, funny and heartwarming second season of a great show. Packed with great storylines, cute moments and a likable main character, this show surely can make you smile.
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11. Start-Up
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
This drama gave me so many emotions but the second half was quite disappointing and you might get Second Male Lead syndrome here. I rated this 9 because I always rewatch this. The beautiful cinematography, OST, the concept and the acting of Bae Suzy, Nam Joo Hyuk, Kim Seonho & Kang Han Na made this drama great.
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12. Save Me
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
A perfect exploration of how depraved humanity is. An almost perfect chilling story filled with grit and creepiness surrounding cults. Flawless performances from Seo Yeaji, Woo Do Hwan, Jae Yoon Jo, Jung Hae Gyoon, Yoon Yoo Sun, Park Ji Young & Jo Sung Ha.
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13. Fukou-kun wa Kiss Suru Shikanai!
Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
This was so cute. It's nothing new but the two main leads just had great chemistry. Naoya is probably my favorite BL character, he is there to love and care for Kota which was so cute. The plot is simple and easy to follow. So if you're looking for a BL with a cute simple plot, then this is it.
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14. Blueming
Korean Drama - 2022, 11 episodes
A great Korean BL. Indie-esque beautiful cinematography, simplistic yet impactful story and great chemistry between the two main leads.
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15. Kieta Hatsukoi
Japanese Drama - 2021, 10 episodes
A great Japanese BL. The chemistry between the two leads is so wholesome and Aoki is probably my favorite comfort character in any drama, such a bundle of joy.
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16. Snowdrop
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
The drama had ups and downs with a poorly written second half, but it had a promising script, a talented cast and beautiful cinematography to make up for it's flaws.
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17. Go Back Couple
Korean Drama - 2017, 12 episodes
Really great chemistry between the leads, a touching story and SML Syndrome. It got quite boring and sad at the second half but still good.
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18. Absolute BL
Japanese Special - 2021, 1 episode
Short but it's so hilarious. Loved that it makes fun of the tropes in BL and the side couples are hilarious aswell. Hoping for S2.
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19. Tomorrow
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
A drama filled with thoughtful messages and it raised awareness about a variety of topics. Kim Hee Sun & Lee Soo Hyuk were the standouts. The last half was quite boring but it was still good.
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20. Model Taxi
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
This drama was great in episodes 1-13. Le Je Hoon was so great, and the whole story was well conceived. The last three episodes were confusing and boring but the drama is still good.
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21. HIStory3: Prisonnier
Taiwanese Special - 2019, 20 episodes
Best installment in the history series. Great chemistry and a well thought out story.
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22. A Business Proposal
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
A fulfilling, silly and cute rom com. The two main couples have great chemistry but the drama became a little boring in the last few episodes but Ahn Hyo Seop is so charming here.
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23. Diary of Tootsies
Thai Drama - 2016, 12 episodes
A good LGBTQ+ drama. It doesn't get lost in it's comedic elements but it has substance that all LGBTQ+ people can relate. Natty supremacy though <3
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24. Squid Game
Korean Drama - 2021, 9 episodes
Gripping story about survival that can make the viewers engaged and emotional with every scene that comes up. But some death games in this drama are boring.
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25. Extraordinary You
Korean Drama - 2019, 32 episodes
Probably one of the most unique school drama in Korea. With great characters and amazing visuals, it made a great watch. Though, some parts were confusing.
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26. Crash Landing on You
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
The chemistry between the two leads were great, it has a lot of likable characters and the story is well conceived but the last half became a little boring but overall a solid drama.
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27. The Penthouse
Korean Drama - 2020, 21 episodes
If you like Makjang and a complicated plot with stellar acting from the cast , then this one is for you. This is the only Penthouse season that is genuinely good.
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28. Mr. Queen
Korean Drama - 2020, 20 episodes
A great historical drama with a standout performance by Shin Hye Sun. The plot is unique and has a lot of great comedic moments. Some parts were boring especially the political part and the ending was quite disappointing but the banters of the two leads made up for it's flaws.
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29. Light on Me
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
I've been waiting for a wholesome school themed BL drama and this one was just perfect for that. The colorful visuals and the chemistry was so good.
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30. 30Sai made Doteida to Mahotsukai ni Narerurashi
Japanese Drama - 2020, 12 episodes
A good Japanese BL to start with. The chemistry between the two leads helps this drama alot and the fantasy element aswell. Not the best but surely enjoyable.
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31. HIStory2: Boundary Crossing
Taiwanese Special - 2018, 8 episodes
Out of all the History stories, this is my favorite. I am not into sport dramas but this one is an exception. The OST, the characters and the development of the story is so good. It made my heart flutter and the ending was satisfying.
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32. Diary of Tootsies 2
Thai Drama - 2017, 12 episodes
It was a good sequel but doesn't beat the original in terms of storytelling but the substance is still there.
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33. KinnPorsche
Thai Drama - 2022, 14 episodes
One of the best Thai BLs production and acting wise. The story is good but quite inconsistent but it made up for it's interesting characters. Bible as Vegas was just a standout.
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34. Cherry Blossoms After Winter
Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
A cute colorful BL drama with interesting characters but it was rather too simple I just needed more from the storyline but it was still good.
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35. First Love for the Third Time
Korean Drama - 2022, 6 episodes
A cute and simple story with great acting from both actors.
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36. My First First Love
Korean Drama - 2019, 8 episodes
A fun slice of life story with likable leads and a great atmosphere but it got draggy near the end.
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37. We Best Love : Le premier pour toujours
Taiwanese Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
The story is nothing new but the chemistry of the main leads and how the story unfolded is so heartwarming.
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38. We Best Love: Fighting Mr. 2nd
Taiwanese Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
The first one is better but the sequel is also good and it successfully showed how the characters evolved through the years.
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39. Encounter
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
If you are into heavy emotional melodramas and you love when Park Bogum shows his smile then you will definitely like this. Song Hye Kyo as Cha Soo Hyun, was an immediate standout and a great female lead. The stunning cinematography topped with great side characters and plentiful meaningful messages of love and freedom made this drama worthwhile.
The only complaint is the second half of this drama became a little draggy and boring.
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40. While You Were Sleeping
Korean Drama - 2017, 32 episodes
The three main leads have great chemistry. The first half was good but the last half (Eps 13-16) were so draggy like I had to skip some scenes but overall a good drama to watch.
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41. The Heirs
Korean Drama - 2013, 20 episodes
I watched this when I was young and I liked it. After rewatching it, some scenes are cringy af but It was still enjoyable. Kim Ji Won as Rachel Yoo is a standout.
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42. All of Us Are Dead
Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes
An enjoyable zombie show with good scope and explanations. The characters were just uninteresting but still enjoyable.
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43. The Silent Sea
Korean Drama - 2021, 8 episodes
A good sci-fi thriller series. It has some cons though, The first episodes were slow paced but in the second half where it picked up and became really thrilling. The big reveal was not that spectacular for me personally, The only characters I cared about was Bae Doona's and Kim Sunyoung's characters and surprisingly both of them lived until the end. A good watch with great atmosphere, thought provoking story and great acting performance from Bae Doona especially.
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44. My Name
Korean Drama - 2021, 8 episodes
Simple thrilling plotline with great acting performances from the main cast especially Han So Hee but majority of the characters were uninteresting so it was quite a chore to watch. I stuck to the end for Mu Jin, Ji Woo's revenge and cool action sequences.
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45. Hellbound
Korean Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
I did actually like this. Yes, I do have agree that some scenes were draggy and it was confusing sometimes but I did like how they experimented with this show and how they showed how religion really divided us and how cults and the media can manipulate anyone so easily. Hats off too Won Ji Ah as Song So Hyun really stole the spotlight. It needed more explanation, and the cliffhanger was really frustrating they could've just made this into a 10 episode drama, it could help with the world building and characterization of other characters. Overall, a hit or miss for some people but for me I liked it but it still had alot of flaws.
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46. Addicted Heroin
Chinese Drama - 2016, 15 episodes
This started the ban of Chinese BL lmao. The story is toxic af but it was quite enjoyable.
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47. Be Mbitious
Korean TV Show - 2022, 3 episodes
My first ever variety show and I liked the exploration of various dance styles.
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48. HIStory3: Make Our Days Count
Taiwanese Special - 2019, 20 episodes
Not the worst from the History series but surely not the best. The chemistry between the actors are good, but the ending was so unnecessary.
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49. Même pas la peine
Korean Drama - 2021, 12 episodes
This was just an OK drama with funny moments and likable characters (Carson, Terris and Hyun Min in particular).
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50. Kissable Lips
Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
It was an OK BL drama. Kim Ji Woong & Yoon Seo Bin was the highlight of the whole show.
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51. Love by Chance
Thai Drama - 2018, 14 episodes
My first ever BL it has a lot of problematic aspects though.
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52. Dark Blue and Moonlight
Taiwanese Drama - 2017, 12 episodes
This was hella toxic yet so entertaining.
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53. 2 Moons: The Series
Thai Drama - 2017, 12 episodes
It was boring but Wayo saved it. MingKit carried this drama.
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54. Make It Right: The Series
Thai Drama - 2016, 12 episodes
This is one of the first BLs I have watched and this is where I discovered Ohm Pawat, my ultimate BL actor crush. It's not a perfect BL but it gives you a sense of nostalgia. But there's alot of problematic elements in this story that made me uncomfortable after rewatching this again.
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55. HIStory: Obsessed
Taiwanese Special - 2017, 4 episodes
This was hella toxic in a bad way.