BL for beginners

Since I've watched a fair amount of BL now, both tame and UnTaMeD (I know I know that was a bad pun lol)... I thought I'd make a list for anyone who wants to get into the genre but doesn't know where to start. It can be a bit overwhelming to just jump in and choose a series/movie; some are a LOT, some not enough. So here's a guide I formulated as someone who was introduced to the genre not too long ago :)

[I still need to add more and re-order this. Right now it goes from light to mature/steamy, with a few must-watch' in between]

Ella_mei Mar 30, 2021
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  • 2gether A Série

    1. 2gether A Série

    Thai Drama - 2020, 13 episodes

    8.0

    Released at the start of 2020, for a lot of people this was their first BL. I believe it's also the most streamed BL series to date.

    It's a great introduction to the genre because it's mild and fluffy. There aren't any serious kisses and at times it's more bromancy, so if you're not used to the genre this is a great start

  • SOTUS

    2. SOTUS

    Thai Drama - 2016, 15 episodes

    8.0

    A legacy BL. Like 2gether it's fun and light BL to watch

  • His - I Didn't Think I Would Fall In Love

    3. His - I Didn't Think I Would Fall In Love

    Japanese Drama - 2019, 5 episodes

    8.5

    Really innocent short story about a boy developing a crush on another boy

  • Still 2gether

    4. Still 2gether

    Thai Special - 2020, 5 episodes

    8.5

    The 5-special-episode continuation of 2gether. Still somewhat innocent but a graduation from the high five

  • O Indomável

    5. O Indomável

    Chinese Drama - 2019, 50 episodes

    9.5

    Chinese fantasy BL. It's censored but still amazing

  • Academia de Ótimos Homens

    6. Academia de Ótimos Homens

    Thai Drama - 2019, 8 episodes

    10

    Despite the body-switching technicalities, it is a BL imo. The story is also really interesting and original and the production/ actors are good

  • Luz em Mim

    7. Luz em Mim

    Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes

    9.0

    The best KBL for many. Fluffy. Shinwoo supremacy

  • Minha confusão de amor!

    8. Minha confusão de amor!

    Japanese Drama - 2021, 10 episodes

    10

    Currently airing - softest series ever

  • Ele Está Vindo Para Mim

    9. Ele Está Vindo Para Mim

    Thai Drama - 2019, 8 episodes

    8.5

    Mixes BL with fantasy in a really nice way. 

    If you're looking for a more emotional plot though, this is a great start. It has really valid lgbt+ representation for coming out, but also the plot is just touching in general

  • Ingredients

    10. Ingredients

    Thai Special - 2020, 21 episodes

    8.0

    This was originally meant to be a short cooking promotional show, but people liked it so much they expanded it into a miniseries. It's really fluffy and also a good place to find recipes too

  • Cherry Magic!

    11. Cherry Magic!

    Japanese Drama - 2020, 12 episodes

    10

    A must see. Very sweet, funny, awkward and interesting

  • Onde Seus Olhos se Prolongam

    12. Onde Seus Olhos se Prolongam

    Korean Drama - 2020, 8 episodes

    10

    The first proper Korean BL webseries. Very angsty with great chemistry

  • Sr. Coração

    13. Sr. Coração

    Korean Drama - 2020, 8 episodes

    8.0

    The second Korean BL webseries. More soft and funny than the first

  • Adrenalina de Cores

    14. Adrenalina de Cores

    Korean Drama - 2020, 8 episodes

    7.5

    Cool concept but very tame

  • My Engineer

    15. My Engineer

    Thai Drama - 2020, 14 episodes

    8.5

    Multiple unique couples with adorable moments. Also a really funny series

  • Para Sempre o Primeiro

    16. Para Sempre o Primeiro

    Taiwanese Drama - 2021, 6 episodes

    9.0

    A popular Tawianese BL. The chemistry, acting and production are amazing (even though they all wear like the same two outfits the entire season)

  • Gameboys

    17. Gameboys

    Filipino Drama - 2020, 13 episodes

    9.5

    A filipino BL on Youtube. Takes place during the pandemic through mostly video call, but it is really well made.

  • Gameboys Level-Up Edition

    18. Gameboys Level-Up Edition

    Filipino Drama - 2020, 13 episodes

    The same as Gameboys but because Netflix decided to release it, a few of the beginning episode scenes were reshot to make them better. 

  • Teoria do Amor

    19. Teoria do Amor

    Thai Drama - 2019, 12 episodes

    9.0

    Very angsty and more skinship than the previous ones

  • Dark Blue Kiss

    20. Dark Blue Kiss

    Thai Drama - 2019, 12 episodes

    9.0

    Out of all the GMMTV BL's I think this is the most mature. It has a lot of angst as well but more romantic moments and kisses. 

    [if you don't want to be lost I suggest watching Kiss Me Again, the prequal where the main couple first get together, or the KMA cut that GMMTV released on Youtube, which has most of the couple's scenes together.]

  • Como Nos Filmes

    21. Como Nos Filmes

    Filipino Drama - 2020, 8 episodes

    10

    No we're getting more emotional. If you're looking for great LGBT+ representation, symbolism, and a real story, this is it. Also the cinematography is really pretty

  • Life Senjou no Bokura: Director's Cut

    22. Life Senjou no Bokura: Director's Cut

    Japanese Movie - 2020

    10

    Another emotional one

  • Até nos Encontrarmos Novamente: A Série

    23. Até nos Encontrarmos Novamente: A Série

    Thai Drama - 2019, 17 episodes

    10

    A great and emotional story with a ton of romance and chemistry between the three couples. A bit more mature as well

  • Contei ao pôr do sol sobre você

    24. Contei ao pôr do sol sobre você

    Thai Drama - 2020, 5 episodes

    10

    A lot of people's favourite Thai BL. The story and production is beautiful and realistic. A must watch (which is why it's so low because not much compares after watching this)

  • Para Minha Estrela

    25. Para Minha Estrela

    Korean Drama - 2021, 9 episodes

    8.5

    Short but sweet popular Korean bl

  • Junto Comigo: A Série

    26. Junto Comigo: A Série

    Thai Drama - 2017, 13 episodes

    7.0

    A classic with one of the legendary BL actor ships. It has a few bed scenes

  • HIStory2: Cruzando a Linha

    27. HIStory2: Cruzando a Linha

    Taiwanese Special - 2018, 8 episodes

    7.0
  • Amor Por Acaso

    28. Amor Por Acaso

    Thai Drama - 2018, 14 episodes

    8.5

    Another popular series. There are a couple bed scenes and also a storyline some may find upsetting

  • Escritor Adorável

    29. Escritor Adorável

    Thai Drama - 2021, 12 episodes

    8.5

    Calls out the toxicity of the bl industry, and is really interesting. They also don't shy away from skinship

  • Causa da Morte

    30. Causa da Morte

    Thai Drama - 2020, 14 episodes

    9.0

    An action mystery series, with the same actors as Together With Me but more mature roles and scenes

  • 2 Moons 2 A Série

    31. 2 Moons 2 A Série

    Thai Drama - 2019, 12 episodes

    8.0

    Cute and varied couples.

    [2moons is the prequal of the same story with different actors. Its whole season is recapped in the first four episodes of this one so it isn't mandatory to watch. Imo it isn't as good, but if you want more of an idea about the characters you can watch it before this one.]

  • TharnType: A série

    32. TharnType: A série

    Thai Drama - 2019, 12 episodes

    8.0

    Controversial especially because of the beginning of the relationship and the way the writer handled some topics, but it is really intimate and intense

  • HIStory3: Armadilha

    33. HIStory3: Armadilha

    Taiwanese Special - 2019, 20 episodes

    10

    A Taiwanese action BL with great acting and romantic scenes

  • Why R U? : The Series

    34. Why R U? : The Series

    Thai Drama - 2020, 13 episodes

    8.0

    Covid disrupted the filming of many scenes but its still a good series with great actors. Some of the scenes are wild though

  • HIStory3: Faça Valer a Pena

    35. HIStory3: Faça Valer a Pena

    Taiwanese Special - 2019, 20 episodes

    9.5

    Oh the discourse. Imo, it's genuinely a great series despite you know what. The chemistry is amazing and its funny, sweet and deep. 

    All I'm going to say is episode 6 is especially intense, like nothing has ever topped this intensity intense

  • Viciado

    36. Viciado

    Chinese Drama - 2016, 15 episodes

    3.0

    A miss for me, but a hit for some. Also controversial because of the storyline. It contains quite a bit of mature content as well

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