Love and Lies (2017–2017)

Name: Love and Lies
Genre: Animation, Drama

TV ShowEnded

hidiveAnimation, Drama1 season, 12 episodes

Plot

In a futuristic society, Japan has implemented a complex system referred to as "The Red Threads of Science" to encourage successful marriages and combat increasingly low birthrates. Based on a compatibility calculation, young people at the age of 16 are assigned marriage partners by the government, with severe repercussions awaiting those who disobey the arrangement. For Yukari Nejima, a teen that considers himself average in every way, this system might be his best shot at living a fulfilling life. However, spurred by his infatuation for his classmate and long-time crush, Misaki Takasaki, Yukari defies the system and confesses his love. After some initial reluctance, Misaki reciprocates his feelings in a moment of passion. Unfortunately, before the two can further their relationship, Yukari receives his marriage notice. He is then thrown into a confusing web of love and lies when his less-than-thrilled assigned partner, Ririna Sanada, becomes fascinated with his illicit romance.

Episodes by season

Season0112Episodes2017Aired—Season avg

S01E01First LoveJuly 4, 2017—Yukari Nejima has been in love with Misaki Tazaki since grade school. He finally builds the confidence to confess his feelings, but nothing
S01E02A Small LieJuly 11, 2017—Neji has now been appointed a wife by the government. When he meets his future wife Ririna, he’s surprised by her reaction when he reveals h
S01E03Overlooked LoveJuly 18, 2017—Ririna invites Neji over to her house only to find Misaki already there. It’s apparent that Ririna has other plans for her assigned husband.
S01E04The Science of LoveJuly 25, 2017—Love is complicated when you’re inside the Yukari system. Neji and Ririna must navigate the ministry together if they want their lie to come
S01E05Risky LoveAugust 1, 2017—The camping trip seems to be going well until all four them are forced to confront certain truths about their relationship.
S01E06A Prison to Compel LoveAugust 8, 2017—Neji and Ririna have been assigned a special lecture, things take an awkward turn when they realize the nature of the lecture.
S01E07A Silent LieAugust 15, 2017—Ririna is confused about her feelings for Neji, especially after the special lecture. Meanwhile, Misaki questions her role in Neji and Ririn
S01E08Feelings Without LiesAugust 22, 2017—Neji delves deeper into this friendship with Nisaki, and learns Misaki’s true feelings about his relationship with Ririna.
S01E09So Bright It Doesn't Seem RealAugust 29, 2017—With the Romeo and Juliet play about to begin, Neji has a heart to heart with Nisaka about his feelings for the girls.
S01E10A Love to Give Everything ForSeptember 5, 2017—Shuu tries to shed light on Misaki’s situation to Ririna and Neji, she also reveals more about the notices and its origins.
S01E11I Don’t Care If It’s A LieSeptember 12, 2017—Feelings start to be questioned when the gang ends up at a wedding, and Misaki can’t help but wish for a lie of her own.
S01E12Love And LiesSeptember 19, 2017—Naji is forced to face his growing feelings for Ririna head on. With so much on the line, what will happen when these emotions finally start

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

Cast

Kana HanazawaMisaki Takazaki

Yui MakinoLilina Sanada

Ryota OsakaYukari Nejima

Shinnosuke TachibanaYusuke Nisaka

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