Series synopsis
A Sketchy Job, also known as 这见鬼的工作 is a Chinese drama television series that premiered on YouTube on June 26, 2025. It ended on July 10, 2025. It was created by MR.D. It stars Zhang Ruicheng and Su Yuhang.
An unemployed actor takes on the role of a lifetime—pretending to be the boyfriend of a reclusive heir with secrets of his own.
Premise
An unemployed actor takes on the role of a lifetime—pretending to be the boyfriend of a reclusive heir with secrets of his own.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Zhang Ruicheng as Liu Zairong
- Su Yuhang as Lu Xiao
Guest cast
- Wang Ruizi as Gu Qinghuan
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 5 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 5 | June 26, 2025 | July 10, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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. |
June 26, 2025 |
| 2 |
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." |
July 3, 2025 |
| 3 |
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. |
July 10, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | YouTube |
|---|---|
| First aired | June 26, 2025 |
| Last aired | July 10, 2025 |
| Runtime | 10 minutes |
| Status | ended |