BLzzzz 1: The OG ˙❥˙ (1/7)
Basically the siblings' intro to BL ╰( ・ ᗜ ・ )➝
BLs I've watched (recommend or don't recommend), plan to watch, may watch, have dropped (you 2 may like, so they're on here, anyway), know of, or otherwise think you could enjoy. You'll be able to see my personal star ratings for any dramas on this list. The ratings I give should be enough to tell you what dramas I recommend.
This list shows the ratings I've given the dramas as well as any notes I left for you guys about them. The PG, PG-13, & R have to do with sexual content (aka, the "level of hot") not violence, and are there so you know what you're in for (aka "Do I need to watch somewhere no one can look over my shoulder?"). Most are low to high PG-13. G=No kisses; PG=light to moderate kisses, no bed scenes; PG-13=innuendo/better kissing/may be a light bed scene; R=bed scenes (more or less implied/shown)/intense make-out/sexual language (Think a little above Oh My Venus or What's Wrong with Secretary Kim for these). A rating of 7 is my BL *base rating.* A "7" means I thought the drama was decent (acting, production, cast, story, etc.), so those would be okay to watch. If I give <7, that's not good; don't watch those. Obviously, if it's a 9 or 10, you should definitely watch it.
Where to watch: I will post YouTube links to the trailers & show playlists, but if the show isn't on YT, I'll put "DM" for DailyMotion or "Viki" :)
More shows & movies on other BLzzz lists. For example, more serious, mature, or sad BLs are on list #2 (BLzzz 2)
The "(1/6)" = List 1 out of 6
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101. The Untamed Special Edition
Chinese Special - 2019, 20 episodes
G (Though based on BL novel, it is still a Chinese drama, so you'll have to appreciate subtle things. Read YT comments for symbolisms (also differences in translations) or references to novel or sneaky things that pass censorship). The Special Edition extends, adds, removes, & alters scenes from the OG in order to enhance main ship storyline.. You may need to watch OG for full comprehension, & if you want more for other characters arcs bc Special does cuts out some good things. The Special Edition arranges things chronologically (no time-jumps/20 ep flashbacks like the OG)
**The OG and Special Edition have diff endings*
Special Edition (condensed to 20 eps): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMX26aiIvX5q6hl3s418u7x47mIwLL4GK
OG (50eps): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMX26aiIvX5pYn98zge18X88sfeYbnhTr
Donghu/animated ver (23): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbo4IVFo2uKBMaiDRrF0r-er02WGGbUgP
Chibi shorts ver (30): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMX26aiIvX5pbNWuM5A7lbEQu6yOWmOJS
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102. Theory of Love
Thai Drama - 2019, 12 episodes
Nah. I dropped it after skipping around, but you may like it. PG/PG-13 (i disliked the characters. Kai isn't even a good friend. Why Third crushin'?)
OffGun ("GMMTV royalty") as KaiThird https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVsizYwoQ6B3LsKmcDDMNtHGXnjG88i4C
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103. To My Star
Korean Drama - 2021, 9 episodes
Yes! Really good & a fav of mine, so watch it :)
PG-13. On DM/Viki
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104. Together With Me - The Next Chapter
Thai Drama - 2018, 13 episodes
I think it was more on PG-13 side. The break-up scene was actually my favorite scene - so well done. Last few minutes of last episode (with the parents, another "couple") are just so bad, so bail before it happens and ruins your day.
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX9W4k9BR58e2O1va-ZfGRU5HcBsyY24m
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105. Together With Me The Series
Thai Drama - 2017, 13 episodes
R.R. opening scene def takes you by surprise. MaxTul (playing KornKnock here and TanBun in Manner of Death) are BL royalty. Dr x Farm storyline is disgusting and creepy so skip every bit of them. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqz-VW7kp8GCeomF0uCQhv4UgwldQ94bT
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106. Top Secret Together
Thai Drama - 2021, 15 episodes
i dunno [May 7]
all over DM https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3VZgpBLyO3_mFAmTTw6BiYD0_PcGRcOW
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107. Until We Meet Again The Series
Thai Drama - 2019, 17 episodes
Mleh. Can't recommend; though the acting is good (esp the granny). (WinTeam getting their own series: Between Us). Worst soundtrack - laughably bad. PG-13. Watch ep 13 if looking for WinTeam CP
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGeYurfvKJYlyHYdcKe6OiB_SbGIgS5CH
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108. Vida: Amor en la línea
Japanese Drama - 2020, 4 episodes
YES. watch on Viki. Contrary to others, ep.4 is the best, imo; semi-emotional. The good kind of hurt. PG/PG-13. Fav of mine (aka Life~Love on the Line)
https://youtu.be/9ypqoIVSUtI (fmv that convinced me to watch; also my favorite fmv)
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109. We Are All Soft Hearted
Taiwanese Movie - 2020
that hit like a truck out of nowhere; movie (20mins)
unfortunately, OST is not on spotify, so i can't add it :(
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110. We Best Love: El Sub-campeón Contraataca
Taiwanese Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
Ended up being too much side couple & not enough if LC :( What they had was good but not enough. PG-13
DM or weTV
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111. We Best Love: Fighting Mr. 2nd Special Edition
Taiwanese Special - 2021, 6 episodes
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112. We Best Love: Spin-off
Taiwanese Special - 2021, 1 episode
https://wetv.vip/en/play/dy0tqsfvpl73f7f?vid=e0035pcvvd4
linking ep b/w S1 and S2
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113. What the Duck The Series
Thai Drama - 2018, 20 episodes
funny name; not really on my "plan to watch list." i dunno has mixed reviews. has a sequel
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw2cCeSFZMP1nCV5_EMNHWB-dFiKgIWXK
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114. Why R U? : The Series
Thai Drama - 2020, 13 episodes
YAS. S+Z are the cutest. F+T cute too (R for~ 2-3 episodes, not whole series). So close to a 10 (has one problematic area, where character acts out of character for sake of making dramatic). Great chemistry, oof tension, & affection b/w both FighterTutor (actors: ZeeSaint) and SaiZon (actors: Mii2). I'd give 9.8 if I could.
rewatchability
Watch it here, ya numpties: https://tv.line.me/v/12033208?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=btn_share_link&utm_campaign=Link_share_whyrutheseries
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115. Winter Begonia
Chinese Drama - 2020, 49 episodes
1930s China; the opera; want to watch G. Open ending.
This edit makes me want to watch https://youtu.be/65TiEANe6rw
Update: L & I dropped it. Too boring & the opera/singing was awful
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116. Word of Honor - Epílogo
Chinese Special - 2021, 1 episode
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117. You Had Me At Hello
Thai Movie - 2018
25mins; reviews say short but cute/sweet
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118. Your Home
Filipino Drama - 2020, 8 episodes
Reviews were not glowing...so don't think i'll watch. i dunno
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9t0k8fjpmoDA93e45G1zQZFvZtrWXEF_
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119. YYY
Thai Drama - 2020, 6 episodes
No. It's terrible. only Talay (actor who plays King in My Engineer) was good (he's got to have the best hair of any BL actor); his "other half" was okay. think "usually bad SNL" for the rest of it https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsxepgkpcQg_lArRLvEqHiSEr1njhZcp2