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ปิ่นภักดิ์
The Loyal Pin starring Freen Sarocha & Becky Armstrong Thailand’s first GL period drama — a slow-burn sapphic romance, free to watch with English subtitles
A 1950s love story that crossed borders — 16 episodes, 30+ awards and over 340 million views on the official YouTube channel. This media kit gathers the series’ global highlights, social impact, awards and press resources in one place.
- 30+Awards won
- 8.8Rating
- 38Countries trending
- 13+Subtitle languages
Series info
What is The Loyal Pin? A sapphic period drama set in 1950s Thailand
The Loyal Pin (Thai: ปิ่นภักดิ์) is a Thai GL period drama — GL, or “girls’ love,” is Thailand’s name for sapphic romance series. A slow-burn lesbian love story with palace-era costumes, cinematic visuals and over 300 million views on YouTube.
The Loyal Pin plot: a princess, her childhood love and an arranged marriage
- Childhood friendsIn 1950s Thailand, Princess Anilaphat (Anin) and Lady Pilantita (Pin) grow up side by side, and their bond becomes something deeper.
- Anin comes homeBack from studying abroad, Anin is determined to act on her lifelong feelings.
- The secret comes outTheir relationship is discovered and Pin is forced into an arranged marriage. Anin fights tradition, family and heartbreak to win back the woman she loves.
Sarocha Chankimha (Freen) and Rebecca Patricia Armstrong (Becky) — known worldwide as FreenBecky. Adapted from the novel by MonMaw (ม่อนแมว), directed by Kittisak Cheewasatjasakun.
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Fellow Travelers The 1950s, a love that has to stay hidden, and what it costs two people to protect it.
Where to watch
Where to watch The Loyal Pin: free worldwide, with English and multilingual subtitles
All 16 episodes stream free on the series’ official YouTube channel, available worldwide, from the US to Brazil to the Philippines, with no Netflix, Hulu or Prime Video subscription needed. Press CC to choose English, Spanish, Chinese, Italian, Arabic, and more, or open the YouTube app on your smart TV, Roku, Fire TV or Apple TV. It’s a slow burn, but it’s worth it.
Start with Episode 1 Soundtrack on Spotify Behind the scenes
Thai culture on screen
Thai culture in The Loyal Pin: the food, festivals and royal traditions of 1950s Thailand
Backed by Thailand’s soft power initiative, The Loyal Pin brings real Thai heritage into almost every scene, from palace kitchens and northern temples to the river festival where Anin and Pin let go of the past.
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FestivalLoy Krathong
Anin and Pin float handmade offerings on the river, a festival about letting go.
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TempleWat Phra That Cho Hae
The sacred northern temple where Pin offers Anin her ring.
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DanceThe Peacock Tail Dance
A Lanna dance with peacock-feather fans, for beauty and renewal.
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DessertLoy Kaew dessert
Fruit floating in pandan syrup, and the name of the song that plays in Episode 1.
Global impact
The Loyal Pin global impact: how a Thai GL drama became a worldwide hit
Thailand’s first GL period drama trended in 38 countries, including the United States, and hit #1 in 20 within hours of release. With over 300 million YouTube views, Freen Sarocha and Becky Armstrong’s sapphic period drama is still finding new viewers long after the finale.
Single day
4.4MYouTube views for Episode 6 — the best 24-hour performance of the runConversation
2.16MSocial media posts about the series in one dayCharts
#1Worldwide on X in 30+ countries; trending in 38Where The Loyal Pin trended: from the US to Latin America, Europe and Asia
- North America2
- United States
- Canada
- Latin America11
- Mexico
- Brazil
- Colombia
- Chile
- Venezuela
- Argentina
- Ecuador
- Guatemala
- Honduras
- Panama
- Dominican Republic
- Europe4
- France
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- Spain
- Southeast Asia4
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
- Thailand
- East Asia2
- Japan
- South Korea
- Middle East1
- United Arab Emirates
The Loyal Pin premiere-week records and viewership milestones
- 20K+Tweets in minutes at launch; break segments hit 43K+ each
- 25M+YouTube views across major episodes in under two weeks
- 10 weeksStraight at #1 on Thailand’s weekly social trend charts
- Top 5Weekly trend charts in Brazil, Spain, Ecuador and the UAE
- 1.8M+Views on the official FreenBecky music video “Cheevee”
- 16 episodes60 minutes each, August 4 – November 17, 2024 on Workpoint TV and the official YouTube channel, still free to stream
The Loyal Pin trend highlights from the original 2024 airing
2.6M X postsEpisode 1, first 24 hours 2.71M YouTube viewsEpisode 1, first 24 hours 20K+ live tweetsEpisode 1 premiere broadcast #1 worldwideEpisode 2 on X, 2.22M+ posts X trend reportOriginal 2024 airing 3.06M YouTube viewsEpisode 3, first 24 hours X trend reportOriginal 2024 airing 4.26M YouTube viewsEpisode 5, first 24 hours 4.43M YouTube viewsEpisode 6, the series record 3.41M YouTube viewsEpisode 7, first 24 hours 2.3M X postsEpisode 11, Lantern Night 2.07M X postsEpisode 14
A few highlights from the original airing. Swipe for more and tap any graphic to see it full size. X trend data tracked by dedicated fans; YouTube figures from the series’ official channel.
Thai soft power: Ministry of Commerce recognition for Freen and Becky
Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce honored Freen Sarocha and Becky Armstrong for promoting Thai culture and creativity on the global stage through The Loyal Pin, and used the series in a soft power initiative to showcase Thai products and values worldwide while supporting local entrepreneurs.
Timeline
The Loyal Pin timeline: from first fitting to the finale
46 dated milestones, from the first costume fitting in 2023 to the shows in Macau and Manila.
- Aug 25, 2023First fitting
- Jul 28, 2024World premiere
- Aug 4, 2024Episode 1 airs
- Dec 1, 2024The finale
In the press
The Loyal Pin in the news: press coverage and reviews
Coverage from LGBTQ+ outlets, entertainment press and fashion media around the world.
Cast & crew
The Loyal Pin cast: Freen Sarocha, Becky Armstrong and the full ensemble
Freen Sarocha and Becky Armstrong lead The Loyal Pin as Lady Pin and Princess Anin, but every name here played a part — from the palace ensemble to director Kittisak Cheewasatjasakun and the crew behind the camera.
Pin & Anin
Freen Sarocha & Becky Armstrong
Freen (Sarocha Chankimha) plays Lady Pilantita and Becky (Rebecca Patricia Armstrong) plays Princess Anilaphat — the duo known worldwide as FreenBecky. Profiles, brand work and every series they’ve made together. About Freen & Becky →
The full company
Supporting cast & crew
The palace ensemble, the young Anin and Pin, and the director and producer behind the series — with a call sheet of who plays who. Meet everyone →Recognition
The Loyal Pin awards: 30+ wins and 60+ nominations for the series and its stars
More than 20 wins and nominations for the series, its director and stars Freen Sarocha and Becky Armstrong — including Series of the Year at the Breaktudo Awards 2025 and a top-five spot in LesboCine’s Top Greatest Sapphic Characters.
Breaktudo Awards 2025
Series of the Year — The Loyal Pin
LesboCine’s Top Greatest Sapphic Character Awards 2025
4th place — Pin, played by Freen Sarocha (The Loyal Pin)
FEED X KHAOSOD Awards 2025
Top-Tier GL Series of the Year — The Loyal Pin. Director, Girls’ Love of the Year — Kittisak Cheewasatjasakun.
Watch
Watch The Loyal Pin: the trailer, full episodes and behind the scenes
Moments that moved millions — the trailer, uncut episodes, behind the scenes and the gala premiere with Freen Sarocha and Becky Armstrong. All videos open free on the series’ official YouTube channel; press CC for English subtitles.
Episode views are totals across all four parts of each episode on YouTube, as of October 2026.
Official trailer — The Loyal Pin ปิ่นภักดิ์3:40
[UNCUT] Episode 1 — where it all begins28:18 · 23.8M episode views
[UNCUT] Episode 6 — the 4.4M-view record day19:41 · 49.9M episode views
[UNCUT] Episode 8 — the turning point15:27 · 30.8M episode views
[UNCUT] Episode 16 — the finale20:54 · 32.4M episode views
Behind the scenes เบื้องหลังท้ายวัง EP.1014:01
The Loyal Pin gala premiere1:20:05
Charm Osathanond interview — TLP Rewatch on X Space48:42
The source novel
The Loyal Pin novel: read the book behind the series in English
Before it was a series, ปิ่นภักดิ์ was a two-volume period romance by MonMaw — the story of Princess Anin and Lady Pin that Becky Armstrong and Freen Sarocha brought to the screen. Both volumes are available in Thai and in an official English translation — as e-books worldwide and as physical copies that ship internationally.
FAQ
The Loyal Pin FAQ: what to know before you watch
What is The Loyal Pin about?
The Loyal Pin (ปิ่นภักดิ์) is a Thai GL period drama set in 1950s Thailand. It follows Princess Anilaphat (Anin) and Lady Pilantita (Pin), childhood friends whose bond becomes love — and the tradition, family pressure and heartbreak they face when that love is discovered.
Who stars in The Loyal Pin?
Sarocha “Freen” Chankimha plays Lady Pilantita (Pin) and Rebecca Patricia “Becky” Armstrong plays Princess Anilaphat (Anin). Together they are known worldwide as FreenBecky.
Where can I watch The Loyal Pin in the US with English subtitles?
All 16 episodes stream free on the series’ official YouTube channel. Press CC on any episode to choose English, Spanish, Chinese, Italian, Arabic, and more — 13 additional languages were added in December 2025. The series originally aired on Workpoint TV.
Do I need Netflix or another subscription to watch The Loyal Pin?
No. The full series is free on YouTube, with no Netflix, Hulu or Prime Video subscription needed.
Can I watch The Loyal Pin on my TV?
Yes. Open the YouTube app on your smart TV, Roku, Fire TV or Apple TV, search for The Loyal Pin and start with Episode 1. Press CC to turn on English subtitles.
How many episodes does The Loyal Pin have?
16 episodes of roughly 60 minutes each, originally airing from August 4 to November 17, 2024.
How many views does The Loyal Pin have?
The series has passed over 300 million YouTube views and continues to climb. The streaming stats page is updated daily.
Is The Loyal Pin a slow burn?
Yes — it’s a slow burn, but it’s worth it. Anin and Pin’s story builds across 16 episodes, which is a big part of why fans keep rewatching.
Is The Loyal Pin based on a novel?
Yes. It is adapted from the two-volume novel by MonMaw (ม่อนแมว), available in an official English translation, and directed by Kittisak Cheewasatjasakun. See where to buy the novel.
What awards has The Loyal Pin won?
The series and its cast have won 30+ awards from 60+ nominations, including Series of the Year at the Breaktudo Awards 2025. See the full awards archive.
Are Freen and Becky in a new series together?
Yes — they reunite for 4 Elements: AIR, an action-romance with North Star Entertainment. Details are on the 4 Elements page at FreenBeckyMedia.com.
What shows are like The Loyal Pin?
If you love Bridgerton, Gentleman Jack, Portrait of a Lady on Fire or Fellow Travelers, The Loyal Pin is your next watch. See shows like The Loyal Pin.
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