Bye Bye, My Friend (2023)

Other name: バイバイ、マイフレンド, Bai Bai, Mai Furendo

Description:

"Bye Bye, My Friend" is a heartfelt coming-of-age drama following Hayakawa Mai, a contract worker with the ambitious dream of becoming a novelist. Her world takes a sharp turn when her agency abruptly terminates her contract, plunging her into despair and threatening to extinguish her long-held aspirations. Just as Mai begins to lose all hope, fate intervenes with a chance reunion with her beloved best friend from high school, a person she hasn't seen in ten long years. This unexpected connection reignites a spark within Mai, helping her to regain her positivity and rekindle her belief in the future. However, beneath the surface of this newfound optimism, Mai battles a profound sense of guilt stemming from past actions towards her friend, adding a complex emotional layer to their fragile reunion. The film explores themes of dreams, regret, and the enduring power of friendship.

Airs On: May 10, 2023

Producer: Fuji TV

Country: Japanese

Status: Upcoming

Released: 2023

Genre:Drama; Miniseries