Summary of Bad Genius
Bad Genius follows Lynn, a brilliant scholarship student at a prestigious Thai high school who uncovers her teacher’s leaked exam questions and begins helping classmates cheat for money. She devises an ingenious hand-signal code based on piano compositions to transmit answers during tests. As her client list grows, Lynn partners with Bank—another top student—to orchestrate an international standardized-test heist in Sydney, aiming for massive payoffs. The operation strains loyalties and forces Lynn to confront the moral cost of her scheme when Pat, a wealthy classmate, turns violent to protect his investment. Ultimately, Lynn’s conscience prevails: she confesses to her father and the exam board, sacrificing her future prospects to right her wrongs.
Thai Dramas to Watch if You Loved Bad Genius
1. The Gifted
Stars: Korapat “Nanon” Kirdpan, Wachirawit Ruangwiwat, Apichaya Thongkham
Episodes: 13
Release Date: August 5 – November 4 2018
Platforms: One31, LINE TV, GMM 25
In this science-fantasy thriller, ordinary student Pang joins an elite “Gifted Program” at Ritdha High. Students unlock supernatural powers tied to their personalities. Pang’s mind-control ability clashes with technopathic rivals in a conspiracy that threatens every class rank. Twists and power struggles echo the clever tactics of Bad Genius.
2. The Stranded
Stars: Papangkorn Lerkchaleampote, Chayanit Chansangavej, Chutavuth Pattarakampol
Episodes: 7
Release Date: 2019
Platform: Netflix
A tsunami strands elite school students on a remote island. They battle hunger, internal rivalries, and mysterious threats in the jungle. Survival hinges on teamwork and out-smarting unseen forces. Tension builds like a real-time exam of wills.
3. Girl from Nowhere
Stars: Chicha “Kitty” Amatayakul, Chanya McClory, Thanavate Siriwattanagul
Episodes: 16
Release Date: 2021
Platform: Netflix
Nanno is a mysterious girl who transfers schools to expose lies and misdeeds. Each episode reveals deadly secrets behind academic pressure and social games. Her clever tricks and moral twists mirror the schemes in Bad Genius.
4. Sleepless Society: Insomnia
Stars: Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying, Sutthirak Subvijitra, Nutthasit Kotimanuswanich
Episodes: 13
Release Date: 2020
Platforms: One 31, Netflix
Iya suffers from lethal insomnia and recurring nightmares. She returns to her childhood home to unearth dark family secrets. The series weaves psychological horror and mind-bending twists perfect for fans of academic thrillers.
5. The Judgement
Stars: Lapassalan Jiravechsoontornkul, Kacha Nontanan Anchuleepradit, Thanabordee Jaiyen
Episodes: 13
Release Date: August 9 – November 1 2018
Platform: GMM 25, Netflix
After a party scandal, college student Lookkaew fights campus gossip and injustice. She leads a campaign against toxic rumors and systemic failure. The emotional intensity and social strategy recall the high-pressure setting of Bad Genius.
