A Sketchy Job Season 1

Season 1

An unemployed actor takes on the role of a lifetime—pretending to be the boyfriend of a reclusive heir with secrets of his own.

Air date: 2025-06-26

Episodes: 5

Episodes

E1: A Boyfriend Job?

Lu Xiao, a struggling university student, takes on a job as a "boyfriend-for-hire" to make ends meet, tasked with playing roles for clients without emotional attachment.

Air date: 2025-06-26

E2: How to Be a Boyfriend?

Lu Xiao continues his role as Liu Zai Rong’s hired boyfriend, but the lines between professional and personal blur further. Liu Zai Rong pushes Lu Xiao’s boundaries with bolder flirtations, creating awkward yet charged moments during a staged "date."

Air date: 2025-07-03

E3: Why Is She Here?

Lu Xiao faces increasing pressure as his role as Liu Zai Rong’s hired boyfriend becomes more complicated. Liu Zai Rong escalates their fake relationship with a public outing, pushing Lu Xiao to act convincingly affectionate, which stirs genuine feelings.

Air date: 2025-07-10

E4: Are You Sure?

Lu Xiao grapples with his growing feelings for Liu Zai Rong as their fake relationship feels increasingly real. Liu Zai Rong plans an elaborate "romantic" evening, testing Lu Xiao’s ability to stay professional under intense chemistry.

Air date: 2025-07-10

E5: I Really Love You.

Lu Xiao is caught in an emotional whirlwind as Liu Zai Rong’s bold move from the previous episode forces him to confront his feelings. Their fake relationship deepens during a high-stakes client event where Lu Xiao must play the perfect boyfriend, but real affection slips through.

Air date: 2025-07-10