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I can't fully explain why I'm just very attached, I see myself in the characters. "Most relatable"
I never expected to love this show as much as I do. When it was about to release, the trailer made it look like just another boring, cliché coming-of-age story. Because of that, I missed the first two episodes. But curiosity got the better of me, and I gave it a chance.I still can't believe how quickly I fell in love with it—the very first episode was all it took.Watching the characters transition from initial dislike to a beautiful, deep friendship completely won me over. Their friend group is incredible.
In real life, I don’t have a chaotic, fiercely supportive circle of friends like Ko does, so watching them filled my heart with such warm, sweet emotions. It left me wanting more and wishing I could experience that kind of connection.
At times, I felt a wave of envy watching Ko Nueng enjoy such a healthy, vibrant school life. It is exactly the kind of life I have always dreamed of and wished for myself.
Seeing them go from simple, newly moved-in neighbours to absolutely inseparable constants in each other's lives was beautiful. This show has truly become my safe place—the safest place I know.
What hurts most is knowing I have to let it go soon. It has become my Wednesday ritual, something I never miss even on my busiest days, and soon my Wednesdays will feel empty. I have watched plenty of slow-burn, school-life, and coming-of-age, youth dramas before, but I swear this is the only show that makes me wish it would never end .
Every single part of this drama holds profound meaning.
Even the endings the last lines, helped me immensely understand life, just those lines. Soon, I will find myself exactly where Ko and friends are standing.
Sometimes, I still feel like I don't belong in the path I chose, experiencing the exact same doubts as Ko Nueng.
While waiting for the next new episode, I decided to watch Lovesick (2024), and the difference in Almond and Progress is incredible.
They have grown so much and their acting has improved tremendously, even though they were always talented.
It makes me really happy to see actors around my own age starring in such a critical drama. I love watching them grow together since they started their careers at the same time, and I truly hope they continue to stay together.
They looked so young, especially Almond. Seeing their drama brought back memories, and watching their new show makes me proud of how much they have grown.
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When Oranges Fall Is The Softest and Most Comforting BL of the Year, A Sweet Little Gem From GMMTV
I did not expect to fall in love with When Oranges Fall this quickly. After first few episodes, I was completely hooked by how cute, soft, and fluffy everything felt. I have been watching so many toxic, crime filled, and murder mystery BLs lately, so this series honestly feels like such a refreshing change. It is warm, comforting, and full of youthful charm in the best way possible.This is my first time seeing Progress and Almond acting, and wow, GMMTV really knows how to cast their high school BLs perfectly. Both of them feel so natural in their roles, and the fact that they are close to the age of the characters makes everything feel more believable and genuine. They are both so young and talented already.
What surprised me the most is how different this series feels from a typical GMMTV production. The cinematography and scenery capturing the late 1990s to early 2000s atmosphere are done beautifully. I love the rural setting, the old style high school, and seeing teenage boys riding bikes around town instead of being glued to phones and computers. Watching them sit outside reading comic books and spending time in nature gives the show such a nostalgic and peaceful feeling.
The friendship group is also adorable and so fun to watch. Every interaction feels natural and heartwarming. The story between Ko One and Ko Two already has me invested. I love the whole neighbour dynamic and how their personalities completely clash at first. You can already feel the slow burn romance building underneath all the teasing and awkward moments. I just know watching them slowly fall for each other is going to be the cutest journey ever.
I also love how they communicate using cans and strings instead of being constantly glued to their phones. This series reminds me so much of Bad Buddy. It’s like they’re Pat and Pran’s babies. ❤️
So far, this series feels almost perfect to me. It is sweet, comforting, nostalgic, and genuinely refreshing. I can already tell this will become one of my comfort shows for the next few months .
Honestly, I have watched every single GMMTV series released this year, and this is easily my favorite one so far.
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I adore AlmondProgress
I have adored AlmondProgress since Love Sick and I am glad to see them back on my screen. I didn’t know how they would transition over to GMM TV. I figured it would be a good transition because it seems like that company would suit them and I’m glad that it has.I have to say that I love the color grading in this series. I know that it is based in the 90s and it definitely gives that vibe. this was also probably one of my favorite first episodes to a series in a long time. there was something about the true chemistry that these leads have, but then also their lines didn’t feel like they were just delivering lines it felt more authentic to me. The whole vibe felt more authentic to me.
I really enjoyed the books and they’re available officially translated into English off Meb and I highly recommend them.
this is a great coming-of-age story and I’m really looking forward to what else they adapt from the books to the series.
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beautiful & cinematic high school love
When Oranges Fall feels like classic New Siwaj/Studio Wabi Sabi. This show has gorgeous Thai scenery (I’m not sure what coastal town it’s set in), heart-fluttering moments, and an easygoing plot. I love the soundtrack as well. WOF reminds me very much of My Only 12% (my first and ult Thai BL). perhaps young love in the 90s/00s is something New delivers so beautifully because he lived and experienced it as well. Every week I’m just dying to see what happens next! this is my first time watching a show with AlmondProgress, KenPaul, and JustinKeaton. They’re all great actors! I’ll definitely keep following them in the future.Was this review helpful to you?
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BEST Highschool bl since my school president
It's sooo wholesome, i loveee good friendgroups like this, they are so cute😭 Ko neung is so funny and koko are so cute and shy and wholesome with each other🥹they're both so whipped it's adorableeee and ko1 doesnt even realise it😭progress plays this overly active, high energy role amazinglyy, ko1 ist so lovable! i loooveee the 90s summer vibe, they're always outside, at the sea or on their bikes and the cinematography is beautifulll!! the OST is perfecttt and such a vibe💯the 2nd couple augarachi is SOO CUTE, achi is adorableee and augar kind of protecting him is also so cute😭😭August clocking koko is hilarious, and him and Tle is gonna be so sweet too😙i said cute too many times but the show is cute
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The Best Series of 2026
When Oranges Fall gave me nostalgia for a life I never lived. It made me miss people I've never met and moments I never got to experience. There's something so warm and quietly beautiful about it that leaves an ache in your heart long after it's over. It's rare for a series to capture that feeling so perfectly for me. Without a doubt, the best series of 2026.Was this review helpful to you?
First impression
YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLszepnkojZI76sf0RYGPm5m5JfLRhlpmIEpisode 1:
I'm obsessed. It is so cute, definitely a new comfort series.
Incredible cinematography, great acting.
It's just so good, I can't believe it. I really had no expectations, but oh my god, it is just perfect.
I haven't seen Almond and Progress in action before, but I can say that they are really great together.
I am also insanely excited for KenPaul, they are also super sweet and cute. They really deserve their own series, but that's another separate discussion.
Episode 2:
The main characters' chemistry is something else; I love the innocence of their relationship and love how sweet and naive our main Ko is.
Paul, as always, is a cute little sunshine, his smile melts my heart.
I'm super invested and excited for the future episodes.
Episode 3-5:
Don't have much to say, except for how good everything is. Good acting, beautiful cinematography, great chemistry—everything is just perfect.
Episode 6:
The series continues to be great, I love all of the cute and sweet moments. It is so comforting; I can say with confidence that so far that's a BL series of the year for me, especially when it comes to all of the GMMTV series from this year.
I do have some suspicions about Ko Song's parents. I don't want to accuse them, but from what I've seen so far, I get a feeling that they might be slightly homophobic or at least against Ko Song dating at all, since they are quite strict, especially his father. But of course I can't be too sure right now.
Cannot wait for the future episodes!
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reminds you of High School!
it takes you back to when being a kid or a high schooler of doing whatever you wanted to do and have fun, relationships were part of everything but being friends was the best part of growing up! how many of us went threw this kind of puppy love amongst each other? we had secret crushes and no one ever knew hahaha! when oranges fall, when oranges fall, when oranges fall, when oranges fall, when oranges fall, when oranges fall! hopefully they make a second season or follow up clips to keep us guessing as to who really fell in love with each other, who would ever dream of being in love with your best friend let alone your class mate? over its fictional but the story line is crazy real with today’s society and the title When Oranges Fall what’s the true meaning?Was this review helpful to you?
Ongoing Viewer Impressions of When Oranges Fall
I attended GMMTV’s *First Fall, First Love* event and have been following *When Oranges Fall* weekly ever since. Instead of posting separate long reviews here, I’ll use this space for shorter episode impressions while posting my full reviews on Medium.So far, the series stands out because of its warm countryside atmosphere, nostalgic aesthetic, and the natural chemistry between Almond and Progress.
Episode 1: A Promising Start
Episode 1 successfully introduced Ko Neung and Ko Song through soft emotional tension and visually beautiful storytelling.
What I appreciated most was how the romance developed through small gestures instead of forced dramatic moments. The recurring orange symbolism also added charm and subtle emotional meaning to the story.
The chemistry between Almond and Progress already felt very natural from the beginning.
Episode 1 Rating: 9/10
Full review:
https://medium.com/@ryanl_3785/what-it-was-like-attending-gmmtvs-first-fall-first-love-a-fan-experience-and-episode-1-review-5f1bb5dc7ff0
Episode 2: Quietly Growing Closer
Episode 2 focused more on routine, friendship, and emotional familiarity between the leads.
From shared classroom moments and bicycle rides to nighttime conversations through their windows, the episode beautifully showed how closeness develops through ordinary interactions.
Almond continues impressing me with his restrained acting style, while Progress balances comedy and protectiveness extremely well.
One of the strongest scenes for me was the fishing sequence with Ko Neung’s father, which unexpectedly gave the episode emotional depth through its dialogue about life and searching for meaning.
My only criticism remains the pacing, as some emotional developments happen rather quickly. Still, the chemistry between the cast makes the progression enjoyable to watch.
Episode 2 Rating: 9/10
Full review:
https://medium.com/@ryanl_3785/when-oranges-fall-episode-2-review-the-distance-between-them-is-quietly-disappearing-2dc4e747cf19
Episode 3: Love Slowly Finds Its Routine
Episode 3 is where "When Oranges Fall" slowly shifts from simple friendship into emotional attachment.
What I loved most about this episode is how the romance continues developing through ordinary routines instead of dramatic confessions. Shared breakfasts, bicycle rides, studying together, looking through each other’s windows every night, and eventually communicating through a tin-can telephone all made their connection feel natural and sincere.
The series also continues using its 90s setting effectively. From strict haircut inspections and libraries to playing under the rain and the absence of phones, the atmosphere feels nostalgic without trying too hard.
This episode also introduced the first emotional conflict between Ko Neung and Ko Song through jealousy and misunderstanding. What made it work for me is that the characters themselves still do not fully understand what they are feeling yet, which makes their reactions feel realistic for their age.
Almond once again impressed me through subtle acting and emotional restraint, while Progress showed impressive range by balancing comedy, jealousy, softness, and emotional vulnerability in a single episode.
I also have to mention that Augar and Achi quietly became scene stealers this episode. Their basketball court scenes added emotional warmth and depth to the story.
The symbolism of oranges also became more meaningful here. For me, the oranges now represent unconditional care, small gestures of affection that continue even after misunderstandings and conflict.
My only criticism remains the pacing. Some emotional developments happen very quickly, and I wish certain transitions had more breathing room.
Still, Episode 3 beautifully proves that "When Oranges Fall" understands how love can quietly grow through routine and presence rather than grand romantic gestures.
Episode 3 Rating: 9/10
Full review here:
https://medium.com/@ryanl_3785/when-oranges-fall-episode-3-review-love-is-slowly-revealing-itself-in-the-quietest-ways-d2c7a8408b02
Episode 4: The Last Rain Before Realization
Episode 4 feels more like an emotional interlude than a plot-heavy chapter, but it serves an important purpose in Ko Neung's character development.
After Ko Song suddenly disappears due to a family emergency, the episode focuses on Ko Neung's growing realization of how important Ko Song has become in his life. His conversations through the empty tin-can phone and his reflections about the meaning of "the last rain" became some of the most emotional moments in the series so far.
I also appreciated how the episode expanded the symbolism of oranges, rain, and reunion while continuing to build the nostalgic atmosphere of the show.
Progress delivers his strongest dramatic performance yet, while Almond remains effective through his subtle and restrained acting style.
The fishing trip and sunrise sequence were visually beautiful and led to one of the biggest moments of the series so far: Ko Neung kissing a sleeping Ko Song, only to be witnessed by August.
The pacing remains fast, but emotionally this was one of the most meaningful episodes so far.
Episode 4 Rating: 8.5/10
Full review: https://medium.com/@ryanl_3785/when-oranges-fall-episode-4-review-the-last-rain-before-realization-7dcea3f814ad
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Epitome of youth
The cinematography and colour grading in this series is really beautiful. The story is really wholesome and covers the struggles of growing up and of course the experience of first love. I’m always smiling so much when I watch this series and it’s so wholesome. The friendships and relationship feel so natural and I love the chemistry between ko neung and ko song. I found myself really invested in this series and I really adore all the characters. I really could rewatch this multiple times whenever I need something to lift my mood. Overall this series is just really well executed and is a very wholesome watch!!!!🩷🩷Was this review helpful to you?
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JUST A VERY NICE SERIES TO WATCH, ALMOND, PROGRESS, KEN & PAUL HAVE DONE A REALLY GREAT JOB!!!
Almond and Progress displayed a very talented ability in their series, Lovesick. Their relationship grew and in one of the last scenes, Progress began to cry real tears, finally facing the fact, he loved Almond. You could indeed feel it. In When Oranges Fall, they have slipped the bond of just beginning actors, to the excellent perfection in every scene, every motion- Almond reserved, Progress a energetic loving character that will keep the viewer watching the exchanges in their performance. To me the break out rolls, were Ken and Paul, who played a distant platonic couple in Boys in Love, to the most surprising couple match up in true form in this series. Ken is alive, a all boy, boy with a love of sports, and Paul admiring him with every heartbeat. You can feel that also, but when alone and Ken asks Paul, "do you know what I am thinking" drawing close to Paul, the Kiss, heartbeat, and warm loving moment is like a tidal wave over the air you are breathing.I do not usually comment on what I have watched, but this one I just felt the need to say what I feel, and I loved every minute of this series.
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Episode 9 is a quiet but beautiful episode filled with the warmth of summer.
After agreeing to remain "just friends," Kou2 accepts Kou1's answer even though it hurts. Being close as friends is still better than being apart. That quiet decision says everything about how deeply he cares.What I loved most was Kou1's gradual change. He still doesn't fully understand his own feelings, but simply having Kou2 beside him makes him feel happy and complete. Sometimes love arrives long before we find the words to describe it.
The group trip perfectly captures the feeling of a high school summer vacation—the last carefree summer before everyone starts thinking about the future. Watching them laugh together made me wish this season would never end.
One of my favorite little details is the way Kou1 calls Kou2's name. His voice has carried a special warmth for quite some time, even if he hasn't realized it himself.
A gentle, heartwarming episode that quietly prepares us for the emotional storm that may be waiting ahead.
Thailand
GMM25 (TV Broadcast)
oneD (Streaming)
International
YouTube: GMMTV Official (Free with English subtitles)
Japan
No official streaming service has been announced as of July 2026.
Japanese viewers can currently watch on YouTube using the auto-generated Japanese subtitles.
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