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Reviews (5)

In 'Transmission', a lighthearted Chinese BL comedy from 2017, we meet a young man who stumbles into an unexpected double life. When his friend hatches a scheme to impress a wealthy acquaintance, our protagonist agrees to cross-dress as a woman to help pull off the ruse. What begins as a simple favor gradually evolves into a journey of self-discovery, as he finds genuine joy and comfort in his feminine persona. The series balances laugh-out-loud moments with tender, introspective beats, exploring themes of identity, acceptance, and the masks we wear. With a charming cast and playful outtakes at each episode's end, 'Transmission' offers a unique take on gender expression within the bounds of Chinese censorship, delivering a quirky, feel-good romp that will leave you smiling—even if the romance stays more in the realm of teasing chemistry than full-blown payoff.

Chen Teng Yue

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Zheng Qi

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Ning Xian Zhou

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Liu Mei Qi

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Comedy

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Gay Male Lead

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Transmission Episode 1

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E02

Transmission Episode 2

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E03

Transmission Episode 3

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E04

Transmission Episode 4

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Transmission Episode 5

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Transmission Episode 6

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Transmission Episode 7

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Transmission Episode 8

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Transmission Episode 9

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Transmission Episode 10

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Transmission Episode 11

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E12

Transmission Episode 12

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logical_lens

Aug 12, 2025

5/10

I really wanted to like this, but the plot meandered with no real conflict or payoff. The gender-bending idea is fun, but they barely explore it beyond surface-level gags. The ending is abrupt and unsatisfying. Great acting, though—they deserve a better script.

blossom_shipper

Jun 5, 2025

7/10

The lead's chemistry is adorable, and I loved watching his gradual comfort in his feminine persona. Yes, the romance is barely there (a hug at most), but the teasing eye contact and playful moments made my heart flutter. The outtakes are pure gold—you can tell they had fun filming this.

soundtrack_sleuth

Mar 14, 2026

6/10

The modernized Pachelbel's Canon in the background is honestly the highlight of this series for me. The intro and outro songs are catchy too. Wish the budget had allowed for more original music instead of royalty-free classical, but the sound design still added a cozy atmosphere. The show itself is... fine?

perspective_check

Nov 20, 2025

4/10

visual_vibes

Jan 2, 2026

6/10

For a low-budget web series, the lighting and color grading are surprisingly pleasant—soft pastels and warm tones that match the fluffy vibe. The costumes during the cross-dressing scenes are cute too. The camera work is basic but functional. Not groundbreaking, but it's nice to look at while the plot meanders.