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Life doesn't come with a manual, but for Tongfah and his best friend Paper, it comes with quiet moments of understanding and a slowly blooming love. After the sudden death of his father, Tongfah leans heavily on Paper, and their easy friendship begins to deepen into something more intimate and uncertain. Meanwhile, Jeno endures relentless bullying from his ex-boyfriend, Arthur, until the steadfast Chris steps in with fists and a gentle heart. And at the local gaming café, a shy barista named M harbors a crush on the gamer boy Near, communicating through an online avatar. Told with a hazy, nostalgic filter and a tender touch, *Second Chance* weaves three love stories of healing, courage, and second chances. It strips away loud slapstick and toxic tropes, delivering raw emotion and honesty in just six episodes. This is a gentle reminder that sometimes the biggest risk is loving someone—and that the reward is worth the fall.

Nut Nutthachai Khrueasena

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Minnt Wwaranluckk Phonpawiworaqul

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Turk Kahabodee Kaljareuk

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Jungjing Wanna Kortunyavat

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Fluke Chinnathan Rojrawee Thanakun

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Tong Thanayut Thakoonauttaya

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Mawin Tanawin Duangnate

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Run Kallthypop Sciroratanaphanid

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Nine Theepop Phanitprasert

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Games Nanthipat Sirorattanaphanit

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Minty Chuthikan Chawasathienphong

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Pangpond Potchana Lertchanachomphu

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E01

Second Chance Episode 1

Season 1 · Mar 29, 2021

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E02

Second Chance Episode 2

Season 1 · Apr 05, 2021

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E03

Second Chance Episode 3

Season 1 · Apr 12, 2021

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E04

Second Chance Episode 4

Season 1 · Apr 19, 2021

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E05

Second Chance Episode 5

Season 1 · Apr 26, 2021

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E06

Second Chance Episode 6

Season 1 · May 03, 2021

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bl_heartbeat

July 2025

9/10

I'm absolutely in love with Tongfah and Paper. Their journey from best friends to lovers had me crying and smiling at the same time. The way they look at each other, the tiny touches... it's the most realistic portrayal of young love I've seen in a BL. That dance scene in episode 3 is going to live in my mind forever. This show is a hidden masterpiece!

plot_logician

March 2025

6/10

I appreciate the attempt at a slow-burn, but the pacing was agonizing. Too many scenes of characters staring at each other without any real plot progression. The third couple (Near and M) felt completely pointless and took away screen time from the more interesting storylines. The hospital subplot was never explained, which is a big no-no for me. Not terrible, but definitely forgettable.

lens_and_light

November 2024

8/10

Visually, this series is a treat. The color grading is soft and warm, like looking through a faded photograph. The lighting in the pool scenes and the bedroom dancing scene is pure art. It reminded me of early 2000s indie cinema, and the soundtrack perfectly complements the melancholic yet hopeful mood. If you value visual storytelling over plot tightness, give it a chance.

rise_and_shine

February 2025

8/10

What a breath of fresh air. The way this show handles bullying—by actually having the school intervene, the victim believe in himself, and the bully face consequences—is how every BL should do it. No romanticizing the abuser, no victim-blaming. Also, the healthy communication between couples, especially the main one, set a wonderful example. A few plot holes aside, this is an important and progressive series.

side_couple_supremacy

June 2025

7/10

Chris and Jeno were the real draw for me. Jeno's journey from a scared, bullied kid to someone who finally stands up for himself was so satisfying. Chris is the ultimate green flag—patient, protective, and always understanding. I just wish they had gotten more screen time. The main couple was sweet, but the slow burn was too slow for my taste. Still, worth watching for the side story alone!