Netflix recently released a teaser trailer for their upcoming Japanese reality series, The Boyfriend, and the streaming platform has also labeled this series as “groundbreaking,” and if that has piqued your interest, worry not, because we’re here to tell you everything you need to know about it.
Keisuke Hishida (Ainori Love Wagon: Asian Journey) will serve as the director and chief producer of The Boyfriend, which only makes this reality series a lot more promising.
The Boyfriend isn’t just a romance reality series but it is Japan’s first same-sex reality series, and although it isn’t releasing in Pride Month, which does feel like a missed opportunity, the release date isn’t too far away.
So, keep reading this article to learn everything you need to know about The Boyfriend, from the premise to the release date and much more.
What is the Premise of The Boyfriend?
The series will be Japan’s first queer reality dating series, and will definitely go on to be a pillar in queer shows all across the globe. Netflix has released a great deal of reality shows over the years, some queer, but The Boyfriend appears to set itself apart, and one glimpse at the teaser trailer is enough to gather that.
The Cast of The Boyfriend
As far as the contestants go, Netflix hasn’t revealed too many details, however, that is likely to happen closer to the release date, as it does with most reality shows that stream on the platform. However, Netflix has released the range of hosts that will be seen in The Boyfriend, some of which include – Japanese singer Thelma Aoyama, Yoshimi Tokui (Dolmen X, Kei×Yaku: Dangerous Partners), and drag queen Durian Lollobrigida amongst others.
Netflix also released a statement from the casting director of The series who expressed his thoughts on bringing the participants together, and his main goal was to make sure that The Boyfriend left everyone feeling valued and loved. Undoubtedly, this series is giving us a lot to look forward to!
When and Where Can You Watch The Boyfriend?
As we mentioned earlier, the release date of The series isn’t too far away and viewers will be able to stream this romantic reality series on July 9, 2024. There will be 10 episodes in total, and unlike most Netflix series, they won’t be released on the same day.
Instead, there will be weekly installments of The Boyfriend because this Japanese series is ready to keep viewers on their toes!
The Boyfriend, Japan’s first same-sex romance reality series, premieres July 9!
— Netflix (@netflix) June 4, 2024
Nine men move into a beach house, work together at a coffee truck, and look for love — forging deep friendships and learning about themselves along the way. pic.twitter.com/ulsWZnHdaX
So make sure your Netflix subscription is up to date because you wouldn’t want to miss out on this celebration of love.
Conclusion
We are all here to celebrate love with Netflix’s upcoming reality series, The Boyfriend, and we hope you are here too. If you are looking forward to this series, make sure you also keep a lookout for our review of the same following its release.