BOSS 2009
What is BOSS?
Boss is a television series centered on the professional life of Osawa Eriko, a career woman who returns to Japan following a period of training in the United States. Upon her return, she is appointed to lead a specialized division as the boss.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 22
- Runtime
- 54 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 16, 2009
- Last aired
- Jun 30, 2011
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Fuji TV
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Boss is a television series centered on the professional life of Osawa Eriko, a career woman who returns to Japan following a period of training in the United States. Upon her return, she is appointed to lead a specialized division as the boss. The series follows her leadership in this role, highlighting her intelligence and professional capabilities while navigating her responsibilities. Despite her high level of competence in her career, the narrative explores the personal challenges she faces in her private life. Specifically, the series depicts the character struggling to understand the hearts of men, a personal limitation that leaves her unable to find a husband. The show focuses on the contrast between her successful career trajectory and her ongoing difficulties in her romantic life, framing her professional authority against her personal circumstances. Boss presents a character study of a woman balancing a prominent leadership position with the complexities of her interpersonal relationships and the societal expectations regarding her marital status.
Should you watch it?
“A talented Japanese executive navigates corporate power while grappling with love's mysteries.”
- Strong female lead in a corporate setting
- Blend of crime drama and personal romance
- Reception is mixed, with a modest 60% rating
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven dramas that mix workplace intrigue with personal romance.
The series contains adult themes and workplace tension, suitable for mature audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 11 episodes
- E1 The Strongest -- Within Certain Reason -- Around 40-ish Female Detective Who Becomes the BOSS of a Team of Peculiars! Apr 16, 2009
- E2 I Want to Know... A Crime in the Name of Curiosity Apr 23, 2009
- E3 An Enemy of Women Can Never Be Forgiven!! Apr 30, 2009
- E4 Sorrow's Revenge Seeker May 7, 2009
- E5 The Showdown! May 14, 2009
- E6 An Angel? Or A Demon? The Girl Prodigy's Crime May 21, 2009
- E7 Woman vs. Woman's Psychological Warfare May 28, 2009
- E8 Gunshot Grief... A Past That Cannot Be Erased. Jun 4, 2009
- E9 A Secret Face That No One Can See... Jun 11, 2009
- E10 The BOSS is the Suspect!? Final Case ... The Most Formidable Opponent Jun 18, 2009
- E11 The Shocking, Extended, Conclusive Special... The Limits of Betrayal Jun 25, 2009
Season 2 · 11 episodes
- E1 The strongest female detective is back Apr 14, 2011
- E2 Absolutely do not die Apr 21, 2011
- E3 Sad cycle of violence May 5, 2011
- E4 Counterattack of the lambs! May 12, 2011
- E5 Frugal murder recipe May 19, 2011
- E6 Bank robber who disappeared May 26, 2011
- E7 Quite Risky Case Jun 2, 2011
- E8 Corpse That's Too Beautiful... Jun 9, 2011
- E9 The Most Powerful Murderer Appears Jun 23, 2011
- E10 The Plot Begins to Move... Jun 23, 2011
- E11 Non-surrenderable Justice Jun 30, 2011
Frequently asked questions
When did "BOSS" first premiere?
The first season premiered on October 21, 2011.
How many seasons does the series have?
The series ran for two seasons, with the second debuting on August 17, 2012.
What genre is the show?
It is classified as a crime and drama series.
Who is the main character?
The story centers on Osawa Eriko, a career woman appointed as the division's boss.
How was the series received?
It holds a modest 60% rating on the Czech film database, indicating mixed reviews.