So I am a late to this series I admit, I pretty much binge watched all 9 episodes based on a clip from episode 8 .

I pretty much have regrets that I did'nt come across this drama series ealier and was watching this drama series weekly rather than binge watching all 9 episodes in one go. Then I just watched episode 10 today.

But in the end I am glad I've watched this drama series, so far this is my favourite drama of the year so far no joke.

I'll try NOT to spoil this drama series but if I give a general basis I'll try.

Story: Double follows the daily life of two actors Takara and Yujin. Both of these two actors have an odd relationship as they live together and act along side each other as well as Yujin being like a manager/caketaker for Takara because he believes Takara has an natural talent to act. The story really begins when an entertainment agency is interested in signing Takara up to be a part of their agency.

Characters: Takara and Yujin are both complex characters, their relationship is complex. I can't even begin to describe their relationship to each other. The drama focus more on the mental state of Takara rather than Yujin. But watching this drama you will want to know more about them and why they decide on their decisions.

Acting: This is so far the BEST I've seen Chiba Yudai act, I've seen Chiba in Ossan's love season 2. But Chiba's version of Takara is just amazing to watch. This would be the 1st time I've seen Nagayama Kento act in a drama but he seriously impressed me. Kento acted like two different character the normal Yujin and the fake Yujin Takara sees, both amazing to watch as well.

Directing: This director is promising and I see a bright future ahead of him, the lighting and directing makes Double feel down to earth, indie feeling and almost like a documentary.

Music: I love the OST done by Yuji Iwamoto, the main theme really builds up and swells emotions inside for myself. It creates the right atomosphere for the scene. I also like that there's no vocal theme songs needed for this drama series at all, all is needed is a good OST. Minimal is sometimes the best.

Negatives: Maybe, this series is sometimes paced out wayy too slowly. There is also unresolved tension between Takara and Yujin but I think this is not a bad thing as the manga would in the end deicides how the story ends.

Overall: Double is an amazing drama, it really explores the mental state and what actors in general do in their lifes. It may not be for everyone. But when I watched it, I felt changed like I understand the feelings of actors and what they go through.