Perfect 10? Could’ve Been a Tight 8 Episodes
As someone who has followed GMMTV’s releases like clockwork over the years, Perfect 10 Liners felt like another one of those expected rom-coms with a familiar structure—attractive cast, school setting, soft premise, multiple couples, and a sprinkling of comedy to keep things breezy.
The idea of peer mentoring through a group of good-looking upperclassmen is straight out of the SOTUS and Love By Chance playbook—except updated for 2025’s polished BL standards. It’s cute, even charming at times. But rather than diving into what could’ve been a clever, meaningful system, the drama kept it light and playful. Not necessarily a dealbreaker, but it did leave me wanting more depth in what was clearly a promising premise.
And here’s where the structure started to weigh things down. 24 episodes for a BL series? Unheard of. Sure, three couples equals three story arcs—makes sense on paper. But watching it felt like being stuck in a never-ending group project. It began with charm, continued with a shrug, and ended with me whispering, “When will this end?”
— ForceBook
I’ve always found their chemistry to be somewhere in the middle—not terrible, not electric, just...mid. And once again, we’re served the "I’m mean because I have feelings for you" storyline. It’s a tired trope and sadly one they’ve already played out in past dramas. Book, on the other hand, shows growth here. I’d love to see him in a role with a solid emotional arc. Force? He’s okay. That’s really all I can say.
— PerthSanta
This pair took a bit of adjustment, especially after Perth’s previous pairing, but they found their rhythm. Santa brought most of the humor and charm, giving off that deceptive “innocent but sharp” energy, and I actually think their section carried a lot of the emotional weight. Still, Perth needs a consistent partner. Re-adjusting every time he’s recast feels like emotional whiplash.
— JuniorMark
I was hopeful for this one. Mark impressed me in Sky in Your Heart, and I was looking forward to something new. Instead, they were given the most uneventful arc of all. The pacing dragged hard here, and I found myself skipping scenes just to stay awake. Junior was funny, though, and like Santa, he gave the show much of its comedic breath.
— JJ and Poon (THE MVPs)
Let’s be real. JJ and Poon saved this drama. Their comedic timing, delivery, and screen presence added much-needed energy. Without them, I might’ve checked out earlier. Can someone give Poon another lead role already? He’s more than just comic relief.
Other appearances like Sea, Tawan, Title, Aun, Marc, Pepper, and more helped fill out the cast with familiar faces, and honestly, they were part of why I stuck around.
The technicals? Solid as expected.
Cinematography: crisp and polished.
OST: catchy, mood-fitting.
Visual FX: surprisingly well-done for a school-based BL.
Setting: another university backdrop—predictable but serviceable.
There were definitely some highlights. The iconic “I want to have a boyfriend!” moment from Po? Comedy gold. The kind of scene you’ll see clipped all over social media, and rightfully so.
Overall, Perfect 10 Liners is a good example of what happens when you stretch a light premise over too much runtime. It’s fun in places, boring in others, and mostly enjoyable if you already love the cast. If you’re looking for groundbreaking storytelling or deep character arcs, you won’t find them here. But if you're down for quick laughs, campus vibes, and watching your favorite actors coast through familiar roles, it might just be your thing.
The idea of peer mentoring through a group of good-looking upperclassmen is straight out of the SOTUS and Love By Chance playbook—except updated for 2025’s polished BL standards. It’s cute, even charming at times. But rather than diving into what could’ve been a clever, meaningful system, the drama kept it light and playful. Not necessarily a dealbreaker, but it did leave me wanting more depth in what was clearly a promising premise.
And here’s where the structure started to weigh things down. 24 episodes for a BL series? Unheard of. Sure, three couples equals three story arcs—makes sense on paper. But watching it felt like being stuck in a never-ending group project. It began with charm, continued with a shrug, and ended with me whispering, “When will this end?”
— ForceBook
I’ve always found their chemistry to be somewhere in the middle—not terrible, not electric, just...mid. And once again, we’re served the "I’m mean because I have feelings for you" storyline. It’s a tired trope and sadly one they’ve already played out in past dramas. Book, on the other hand, shows growth here. I’d love to see him in a role with a solid emotional arc. Force? He’s okay. That’s really all I can say.
— PerthSanta
This pair took a bit of adjustment, especially after Perth’s previous pairing, but they found their rhythm. Santa brought most of the humor and charm, giving off that deceptive “innocent but sharp” energy, and I actually think their section carried a lot of the emotional weight. Still, Perth needs a consistent partner. Re-adjusting every time he’s recast feels like emotional whiplash.
— JuniorMark
I was hopeful for this one. Mark impressed me in Sky in Your Heart, and I was looking forward to something new. Instead, they were given the most uneventful arc of all. The pacing dragged hard here, and I found myself skipping scenes just to stay awake. Junior was funny, though, and like Santa, he gave the show much of its comedic breath.
— JJ and Poon (THE MVPs)
Let’s be real. JJ and Poon saved this drama. Their comedic timing, delivery, and screen presence added much-needed energy. Without them, I might’ve checked out earlier. Can someone give Poon another lead role already? He’s more than just comic relief.
Other appearances like Sea, Tawan, Title, Aun, Marc, Pepper, and more helped fill out the cast with familiar faces, and honestly, they were part of why I stuck around.
The technicals? Solid as expected.
Cinematography: crisp and polished.
OST: catchy, mood-fitting.
Visual FX: surprisingly well-done for a school-based BL.
Setting: another university backdrop—predictable but serviceable.
There were definitely some highlights. The iconic “I want to have a boyfriend!” moment from Po? Comedy gold. The kind of scene you’ll see clipped all over social media, and rightfully so.
Overall, Perfect 10 Liners is a good example of what happens when you stretch a light premise over too much runtime. It’s fun in places, boring in others, and mostly enjoyable if you already love the cast. If you’re looking for groundbreaking storytelling or deep character arcs, you won’t find them here. But if you're down for quick laughs, campus vibes, and watching your favorite actors coast through familiar roles, it might just be your thing.
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