The On1y One is an achingly sweet slow burn about two boys. One is the new kid in class, Sheng Wang. He’s adorable and eager but struggling with the aftereffects of the loss of his mother. The other, Jiang Tian, is an observant, aloof class favorite with a tender heart that he tries to hide. These boys are not just classmates but begin living together since their parents are dating. They are drawn to each other early on, and quietly grow closer and open up. Their interactions are heart fluttering to watch.

This series is more than a romance. It's about the growing pains of adolescence, the development of earnest friendship, and the love and support of family. There's a nostalgic and sincere tone to each episode. You can tell that a lot of heart has been put into its production.

It's based on a book, which has a happy ending. Be forwarded however that the series ends at a mid point and leaves the door open for a season 2.

I loved everything about this series. It isn’t glossy or overproduced. There’s no exaggerated acting. No intrusive sound effects. From the director of Your Name Engraved Herein, you can tell he took a naturalistic approach to the story and production. High schoolers act like high schoolers and struggle with issues that are age-appropriate like grades and making friends. The two main leads are a pleasure to watch. Both have the gift of delivering micro-expressions that convey so much meaning.