Series synopsis
Love and Lies, also known as 恋と嘘 is a Japanese animation drama television series that premiered on Tokyo MX on July 4, 2017. It ended on September 19, 2017. It stars Kana Hanazawa, Yui Makino, Ryota Osaka and Shinnosuke Tachibana.
In a futuristic society, Japan has implemented a complex system referred to as "The Red Threads of Science" to encourage successful marriages and combat increasingly low birthrates. Based on a compatibility calculation, young people at the age of 16 are assigned marriage partners by the government, with severe repercussions awaiting those who disobey the arrangement. For Yukari Nejima, a teen that considers himself average in every way, this system might be his best shot at living a fulfilling l ...
Premise
In a futuristic society, Japan has implemented a complex system referred to as "The Red Threads of Science" to encourage successful marriages and combat increasingly low birthrates. Based on a compatibility calculation, young people at the age of 16 are assigned marriage partners by the government, with severe repercussions awaiting those who disobey the arrangement. For Yukari Nejima, a teen that considers himself average in every way, this system might be his best shot at living a fulfilling life.
However, spurred by his infatuation for his classmate and long-time crush, Misaki Takasaki, Yukari defies the system and confesses his love. After some initial reluctance, Misaki reciprocates his feelings in a moment of passion. Unfortunately, before the two can further their relationship, Yukari receives his marriage notice. He is then thrown into a confusing web of love and lies when his less-than-thrilled assigned partner, Ririna Sanada, becomes fascinated with his illicit romance.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Kana Hanazawa as Misaki Takazaki
- Yui Makino as Lilina Sanada
- Ryota Osaka as Yukari Nejima
- Shinnosuke Tachibana as Yusuke Nisaka
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 13 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | November 16, 2018 | November 16, 2018 |
| Season 1 | 12 | July 4, 2017 | September 19, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Love of a Lifetime / Feelings of Love Bundled with the limited edition of the 8th manga volume. |
November 16, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
First Love Yukari Nejima has been in love with Misaki Tazaki since grade school. He finally builds the confidence to confess his feelings, but nothing goes as planned. |
July 4, 2017 |
| 2 |
A Small Lie Neji has now been appointed a wife by the government. When he meets his future wife Ririna, he’s surprised by her reaction when he reveals his secret. |
July 11, 2017 |
| 3 |
Overlooked Love Ririna invites Neji over to her house only to find Misaki already there. It’s apparent that Ririna has other plans for her assigned husband. |
July 18, 2017 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Tokyo MX |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 4, 2017 |
| Last aired | September 19, 2017 |
| Runtime | 24 minutes |
| Status | ended |