The GL Series Guide: Your New Favorite Thai Series Based on Your Go-To Romance Picks

The GL (Girls' Love) side of the T-Wave is currently taking over social media with cinematic stories of two women falling in love. Thailand has become a world leader in this space, offering everything from lighthearted high school comedies to high-stakes historical dramas.

The industry is powered by "partnerships" or pairs of actresses who work together across multiple projects, creating a massive global following. If you have a favorite Western romance movie, here is the Thai GL series (and the stars) you need to stream in the US right now.

If you like the Shy Girl vs. Popular Girl vibe of A Walk to Remember...

You’ll love: 23.5

Stars: Milk Pansa and Love Pattranite

Streaming on: Netflix / Viki / YouTube (GMMTV)

This is a sweet, wholesome high school story about a girl named Ongsa (played by Milk Pansa) who has a massive crush on the most popular girl in school, Sun (played by Love Pattranite). Too shy to talk to her in person, Ongsa starts messaging Sun under a secret username. It is the definition of comfort TV, funny, lighthearted, and very relatable. Milk and Love have incredible natural chemistry that makes their awkward teenage moments feel totally real.

If you like the Forbidden Royal Romance of The Princess Diaries...

You’ll love: The Loyal Pin

Stars: Freen Sarocha and Becky Armstrong

Streaming on: YouTube (Idol Factory)

Set in 1950s Thailand, this beautiful historical drama follows the relationship between a high-ranking princess and a girl from a lower social standing. The series stars the world’s most famous GL duo, Freen Sarocha and Becky Armstrong (known to fans as "FreenBecky"). The costumes and locations are stunning, and the story explores the tension between duty and love. If you like romances that feel "epic" and high-stakes, this is a must-watch.

If you like the Cold Boss & Sunny Intern trope of The Devil Wears Prada...

You’ll love: Gap: The Series

Stars: Freen Sarocha and Becky Armstrong (yes, they're that awesome!)

Streaming on: YouTube (Idol Factory)

This was the show that launched the global GL craze. Mon (Becky Armstrong) starts working at a big company specifically to be near her idol, the cold and mysterious "Lady Sam" (Freen Sarocha). However, the billionaire boss is much stricter and more difficult than Mon expected. It’s a classic "grumpy vs. sunshine" story with plenty of high-fashion office looks and intense dramatic moments.

If you like the Age Gap & High Society drama of Carol...

You’ll love: Blank: The Series

Stars: Faye Peraya and Yoko Apasra

Streaming on: YouTube (NineStar Studios)

If you prefer your stories with more maturity and edge, Blank is the one to watch. It follows a woman in her 30s, Ar-Nueng (Faye Peraya), who finds herself in a complicated relationship with a much younger woman, Aneung (Yoko Apasra). To make things even more dramatic, Ar-Nueng is actually the former best friend of Aneung’s mother. It’s a story about breaking rules and finding love in the "blank spaces" of life, led by Faye’s powerful, commanding performance.

If you like the Childhood Friends to Lovers feel of Love, Rosie...

You’ll love: Affair

Stars: Lookmhee Punyapat and Sonya Saranphat

Streaming on: Netflix / YouTube (Change2561)

This series is for the fans who love a good "second chance" romance. It follows two girls who were best friends as children but were separated by a family tragedy. Years later, they reunite, but their lives are completely different. The chemistry between Lookmhee Punyapat and Sonya Saranphat is the heart of the show, capturing that painful but beautiful feeling of seeing someone you never truly got over.

If you like the Secret Identity & Social Media fun of Sierra Burgess Is a Loser...

You’ll love: Love Bully (2026)

Stars: Engfa Waraha and Charlotte Austin

Streaming on: Tello Films / YouTube (Club Friday)

Starring the powerhouse duo Engfa Waraha and Charlotte Austin (who are also massive pageant stars in Thailand), this 2026 series dives into the world of social media influence and public perception. It’s a modern, fast-paced take on the GL genre that looks at how relationships are affected by fame and the "bully" culture of the internet. Engfa and Charlotte bring a sophisticated, celebrity energy to the screen that is impossible to look away from.