BOYS BE ... English Sub & Dub

About BOYS BE ...

If you are hunting for a new comedy series, BOYS BE... (BOYS BE・・・) deserves a look (2000). The setup goes like this. The premise: There are two sides to every love story, and Boys Be... reveals what's really going on - from the guy's point of view! Meet three normal high school guys with just one thing on their minds: girls.

Also worth knowing: Quiet Kyoichi has been friends with Chiharu ever since they were young, but lately, his feelings have begun to change. Lecherous Makoto, a self-proclaimed master of the rules of romance, is ready to sweep the ladies off their feet. Yoshihiko, a handsome sports nut, is unfortunately a bit clueless in matters of the heart.

As a comedy title, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Voice work is led by Kenichi Suzumura as Kyoichi Kanzaki and Hideo Ishikawa as Yoshihiko Kenjo. Think of it as a pick for viewers who want something light between heavier series. At 13 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Hal Film Maker, which means the visual identity of BOYS BE... follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on comedy, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. With a 5.9/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. Voice casting, including Kenichi Suzumura as Kyoichi Kanzaki, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2000, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.