The Boyfriend (2024)

1. S01E01Season's bestThat Summer, I Fell in Love with HimJuly 9, 2024 9.7The boys move into an oceanside cottage, sharing their first impressions. As sparks fly and a new face heats things up, an unforgettable sum
2. S01E02Getting to Know the Real YouJuly 9, 2024 8.0The coffee truck opens for business, and the boys must choose their shift partners. Shun begins to feel uneasy over an unexpected discovery.
3. S01E03A Kiss Would Make Things ClearJuly 9, 2024 9.0A 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
4. S01E04One Step CloserJuly 16, 2024 9.5Usak reveals his anxieties. As food prices escalate, so does the chicken crisis. Kazuto's popularity provokes some of the boys to make bold
5. S01E05I Don't Need an AnswerJuly 16, 2024 8.0Two members go on an overnight date and bond over dinner. Shun clarifies his feelings. After a heartwarming shift, Usak makes a big announce
6. S01E06Welcome to a Stormy PicnicJuly 16, 2024 8.5Inspired 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 housemat
7. S01E07There's Nothing I Want NowJuly 23, 2024 8.0With 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 of
8. S01E08Did You Wait Long? I've Been Waiting ForeverJuly 23, 2024 6.0Over drinks, the group shares their different coming out experiences. With one last chance for a romantic date, the boys must make their cho
9. S01E09Accepting You No Matter WhatJuly 30, 2024 9.0Dai confides in a few members for advice. Ikuo's good intentions backfire. As things cool down, a surprise announcement leaves the boys in t
10. S01E10I Don't Want This to EndJuly 30, 2024 9.0A surprise event strengthens the boys' bonds. On the final day, they face confessions and shocks. What future will they choose for themselve

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1. S02E01This Winter, We Meet AgainJanuary 13, 2026 6.0By train, bus, ship and plane, a group of men heads to a snowy cottage, where new love, friendship, unexpected reunions and an unforgettable
2. S02E02Season's bestI Remember, You ForgotJanuary 13, 2026 8.0Romance blooms on the ski slopes as Jobu makes a move and a frozen relationship thaws. Bomi takes the first coffee truck shift and must choo
3. S02E03I'm Not Right for YouJanuary 13, 2026 7.0William's natural charm creates uneasy tension with two others guys. Hiroya boldly makes his feelings known. One member's view on cheating c
4. S02E04In the Wake of Repeated SpiralsJanuary 13, 2026 7.0Despite his confidence slipping, Kazuyuki steps up for his first shift. A dinnertime arrival causes a stir. Tired of letdowns, Jobu decides
5. S02E05Masking Tears With SweatJanuary 13, 2026 7.0The boys finally get a chance to pair off for solo dates 一 but only if the spark goes both ways. Later, Jobu faces a searing moment of truth
6. S02E06These Feelings May Not LastJanuary 13, 2026 7.0It's off to Niseko! The boys compete in an arm wrestling showdown to go on dates with crushes, rivals and friends. William opens up about hi
7. S02E07Love by a Misty LakeJanuary 20, 2026 7.0Bomi gives a gift to his crush and bares his heart. Hiroya makes up his mind about what he must do. A tender moment unfolds at foggy Lake Ma
8. S02E08Once More for LoveJanuary 20, 2026 8.0A familiar returns to the Green Room for another shot at love, Stirring dormant feelings in one guy. Meanwhile, Huwei prepares a heartfelt s
9. S02E09Until the Flames Go OutJanuary 20, 2026 8.0Jobu's next shift turns frosty. Tomoaki struggles with group living. William and his crush spend a night alone to resolve uncertainty about
10. S02E10The Day We Leave Youth BehindJanuary 27, 2026 8.0Hiroya returns and immediately sets his sights on a new member. While Kazuyuki reflects on his past, Izaya makes a firm decision about the f
11. S02E11Beyond GoodbyeJanuary 27, 2026 8.0Huwei opens up about a recent heartache. Kazuyuki rocks the house with an announcement. Over oden, the boys share their feelings about comin
12. S02E12Won't Back DownJanuary 27, 2026 8.0A couple of lucky members take the coffee truck to Sapporo for a special shift. Back at the Green Room, two guys clash over a misunderstandi
13. S02E13Even if Our Bodies IntertwineFebruary 3, 2026 7.0Two oys want the same guy for an overnight date, leaving him with a tough choice. Jobu, eager for a genuine connection, cooks dinner for his
14. S02E14You Won't Sleep Next to MeFebruary 3, 2026 7.0With five days left, the boys work their final coffee truck shift before heading to Sapporo. As some grow closer, tension divides a budding
15. S02E15Will You Be My First Boyfriend?February 3, 2026 7.0The boys share a final dinner of relections and reunions. As they say goodbye on the last day, will hope, courage and new love follow the ho

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