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Uncle Unknown

Uncle Unknown  ·  2024, Taiwan
5.6
4,064 ratings
12
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● Completed 🕑 2024

The story of the Lu family's young master, Lu Shi Ran, who reunited with his missing ex-boyfriend, Qi Yi. Lu Shi Ran discovers that Qi Yi is actually "the uncle" (no blood relation) he had never met! As Qi Yi keeps pursuing…

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When Lu Shi Ran, the charismatic young heir of the wealthy Lu family, stumbles upon his ex-boyfriend Qi Yi at a nightclub, he's ready to demand answers for the sudden breakup years ago. But the mystery deepens fast: Qi Yi, who vanished without a word, is actually the 'uncle' Shi Ran never knew existed—an adopted family member with no blood tie. As old flames reignite and secrets unravel, the two must navigate a taboo bond that scandalizes their families. With only 12 short episodes, this Taiwanese BL packs a punch of angsty reunions, second-chance romance, and a supportive friend group that becomes the heart of the story. Will love conquer social norms and the weight of a hidden past? Expect messy, heartfelt feels and a story that tries to break free from ordinary conventions.

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E01
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Uncle Unknown Episode 1
Season 1 · Oct 04, 2024
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E02
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Uncle Unknown Episode 2
Season 1 · Oct 04, 2024
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E03
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Uncle Unknown Episode 3
Season 1 · Oct 05, 2024
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E04
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Uncle Unknown Episode 4
Season 1 · Oct 11, 2024
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E05
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Uncle Unknown Episode 5
Season 1 · Oct 12, 2024
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E06
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Uncle Unknown Episode 6
Season 1 · Oct 13, 2024
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Uncle Unknown Episode 7
Season 1 · Oct 18, 2024
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Uncle Unknown Episode 8
Season 1 · Oct 19, 2024
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E09
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Uncle Unknown Episode 9
Season 1 · Oct 25, 2024
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Uncle Unknown Episode 10
Season 1 · Oct 26, 2024
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E11
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Uncle Unknown Episode 11
Season 1 · Nov 01, 2024
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E12
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Uncle Unknown Episode 12
Season 1 · Nov 02, 2024
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love_second_chances
June 2025
8/10
I'm a sucker for second-chance romance, and this delivered! The leads had real chemistry and their reunion scenes made my heart flutter. Sure, it's low-budget and the plot jumps, but the sweet moments and the supportive friends won me over. The beach scene with the second couple? Adorable!
PH
plot_holes_matter
Apr 2025
4/10
I wanted to like this, but the pacing was a disaster. Characters appear and disappear without explanation, the timeline is confusing, and the main conflict resolves too easily. The acting is stiff and the fake kisses are frustrating. Only watch if you have absolutely nothing else to do.
SC
side_couple_supremacy
May 2025
7/10
Honestly, I stayed for the second couple. Shi Ran's friend and Qi Yi's friend had way more chemistry and their awkward, sweet scenes were the highlight. The main couple was okay, but the side pairing stole the show. I wish they had gotten a spin-off!
MM
music_matters_always
Mar 2025
6/10
The soundtrack is actually lovely—the theme song 'My Love for You Is 3 Centimeters Deep' is catchy and fits the bittersweet vibe. Unfortunately, the background audio is spotty: missing sound effects at the beach, awkward silences. If you love BL OSTs, it's worth a listen even if the show itself is messy.
CM
consent_matters_always
Jan 2026
5/10
I appreciate that the series tries to tackle taboo family dynamics, but there are some concerning consent moments—a dubcon kiss and a drugging attempt brushed over. The mother's quick acceptance felt unrealistic. It's a mixed bag: the message about choosing love is nice, but execution needed more care.