Romantics Anonymous is a 2025 Japanese–South Korean romantic drama series. It is directed and written by an international creative team and adapted from the 2010 French-Belgian film Les Émotifs anonymes. The series stars Shun Oguri as Sosuke Fujiwara and Han Hyo-joo as Hana Lee, with key supporting turns from Yuri Nakamura and Jin Akanishi. The eight-episode story follows two highly talented people, each crippled by severe social phobias, who find a surprising, healing connection through chocolate and the small chocolate shop Le Sauveur.
Romantics Anonymous premiered on Netflix on October 16, 2025. The show is available worldwide on Netflix and episodes run roughly 39–57 minutes. Netflix published the official trailer and promotional materials ahead of the launch. The series has been described in press coverage as a slow-burn, gentle romance that foregrounds mental health, food craft, and tender character work.
Romantics Anonymous Age Rating
Romantics Anonymous is rated TV-MA (Mature Audiences). This rating signals mature themes and content that are intended for adult viewers. The series focuses on adult emotional trauma, relationship intimacy, and mental-health issues, and the TV-MA tag indicates parents should review episodes before sharing with teens.
Violence & Peril
The series contains very light physical peril. There are no sustained action sequences or graphic violence. Tension is emotional and psychological; characters face panic attacks, social collapse, and moments of high anxiety that can feel intense. Overall, the danger is interpersonal and internal, not physical or gory.
Language
Language is generally mild to moderate. Occasional adult language is used in heated moments, but profanity is not pervasive. The dialogue centres on awkwardness, emotional honesty, and therapeutic conversations rather than explicit coarse talk. Non-English lines appear in Japanese and Korean, with translations in subtitles.
Mature Themes
The show explores several mature topics in a frank but tender way. Central themes include social phobia, mysophobia (fear of contamination), scopophobia (fear of being looked at), grief, and therapy. There is romantic and sexual tension between adults, but explicit sexual scenes are limited and handled with restraint; romantic intimacy is often implied. The series also touches on workplace pressure, family expectations, mental-health treatment, and the emotional aftermath of loss.
Is Romantics Anonymous Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–12: No. The emotional content and mature relationships are not suitable for preteens. Scenes of anxiety and adult romance could be confusing or distressing. Parents should avoid sharing this show with children in this group.
Ages 13–15: With guidance. Mature themes and occasional adult language are present. If a teen in this group is especially sensitive or anxiety-prone, parents should preview first and be ready to discuss scenes that show panic and trauma. Use it as an opportunity to discuss mental health and coping strategies.
Ages 16–17: Yes, with context. Older teens can benefit from the show’s empathetic portrayal of therapy, healing, and relationship boundaries. Parents should still be prepared to discuss the differences between cinematic romance and real-world consent and mental-health recovery. Final recommendation: best for viewers 16+ when watched with parental context.
What Parents Can Do
- Preview an episode first and note scenes that show severe panic, therapy sessions, or any sexual intimacy. This helps you flag moments to discuss.
- Talk about the mental-health themes before watching. Explain what social phobia, mysophobia, and scopophobia are, and normalise seeking help.
- Use the series as a conversation starter about boundaries, consent, and realistic recovery timelines after trauma.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is the official age rating for Romantics Anonymous?
A: The series is rated TV-MA for mature themes and adult situations.
Q: Is Romantics Anonymous appropriate for kids and teens?
A: It is not suitable for young children. For teens, ages 16–17 are the closest match with parental guidance.
Q: Are there violent or scary scenes?
A: There is no graphic violence. Scenes of panic and intense anxiety can be emotionally unsettling.
Q: Is there strong language or slurs?
A: No. Language is mostly mild or moderate, used in emotionally charged moments.
Q: Is there sexual content or nudity?
A: The romance includes intimacy but is mostly implied. Explicit sexual scenes and nudity are limited.
Q: Where can I watch Romantics Anonymous?
A: The series streams on Netflix worldwide.