A Sketchy Job — 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.
About this season
An unemployed actor takes on the role of a lifetime—pretending to be the boyfriend of a reclusive heir with secrets of his own.
Episodes (5)
1. A Boyfriend Job?
Aired 26 June 2025 • 8 min
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.
2. How to Be a Boyfriend?
Aired 3 July 2025 • 9 min
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."
3. Why Is She Here?
Aired 10 July 2025 • 8 min
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.
4. Are You Sure?
Aired 10 July 2025 • 9 min
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.
5. I Really Love You.
Aired 10 July 2025 • 12 min
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.