Name: The Boyfriend
Genre: Reality
Cast: MEGUMI, Chiaki Horan, Thelma Aoyama, Durian Lollobrigida, Yoshimi Tokui

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2 seasons · 25 episodes · best: S2E11 "Episode #2.11" 9.4

Story

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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Japanese TV Show
Reality TV
Dating Show
Coffee Truck
LGBTQ+ Theme
Bromance
Character-Driven
Romantic Comedy
Emotional Connection

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Produced by: Taiki, Yoshie Yamanouchi

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Facts

July 9, 2024 · February 3, 2026 · Still running

First aired: July 9, 2024
Latest episode: February 3, 2026
Status: Still running
Length: 2 seasons · 25 episodes
Age rating: TV-14
Genres: Reality
Original language: Japanese
Made in: Japan
Available in: 131 countries

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6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Boyfriend?"

Questions about The Boyfriend

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Where can I stream The Boyfriend?

Netflix

In the United States, The Boyfriend streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is The Boyfriend worth watching?

89

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89 (IMDb 7.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (77).

Is The Boyfriend okay for kids?

TV-14

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-14 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is The Boyfriend good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will I feel good after watching The Boyfriend?

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Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.

Is The Boyfriend in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.