When We Were Young: Season 1

When We Were Young is a heartwarming and nostalgic series that takes place in 1996, following a group of high school students as they navigate their final year together. After a summer spent chasing after a bike thief, Yang Xi returns to school injured and unable to participate in a long-distance run that could earn her bonus points for the college entrance exam. To her surprise, the culprit behind her injury is none other than Hua Biao, a new transfer student who not only takes her position as class monitor but also wins over the hearts of their classmates with his intelligence, kindness, and loyalty. As they spend more time together, Yang Xi learns to let go of her prejudices and the group experiences many ups and downs, creating unforgettable memories along the way.

You can stream When We Were Young on: Rakuten VIKI

Some TV shows that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as When We Were Young include Murderbot, Sirens, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, This Is Us, The Residence, The Studio.