What it is: A reality competition show determining who will be “America’s Next Drag Superstar” Where to watch: The L Word: Generation Q The L Word: Generation Q is streaming on Showtime and Amazon Prime Video thru 6/30. It's a ridiculously fun watch that continues the series' legacy of increasing LGBTQ visibility through a metropolitan lens. Stars Jennifer Beals, Katherine Moennig, and Leisha Hailey return, alongside newcomers Arienne Mandi, Sepideh Moafi, Leo Sheng, Jacqueline Toboni, and Rosanny Zayas. In 2019, Showtime brought the beloved title back with The L Word: Generation Q, which features a more modern set of characters but shares the same caliber of juicy plot lines as the original. Why we like it: From 2004 to 2009, The L Word dazzled fans with its captivating - and, for the times, groundbreaking - drama of a lesbian friend group living in Los Angeles. What it is: A reboot of the popular aughts dramedy The L Word.
Most binge-worthy LGBTQ TV shows to watch for Pride Where to watch: Schitt's Creek Schitt's Creek is streaming on Netflix and IMDb TV 3.
Dan Levy and Noah Reid will charm the absolute socks off of you, so enjoy every minute of their characters' perfect romance.
Why we like it: Apologies for being the thousandth person to tell you to watch Schitt's Creek.but like, just watch Schitt's Creek? Not only is this series one of the most all-around delightful viewing experiences in modern memory, but it also offers a moving and nuanced look at LGBTQ love that actually lets a gay couple serve as the main romantic storyline. What it is: A sitcom about a rich family forced to move to a rural town. Where to watch: Legendary Legendary is streaming on HBO Max. The talent on display is dynamic and inspiring - so much so, you'll probably end up doing some voguing of your own. Yes, it's an essential preservation of LGBTQ culture, but it's also one of the most jaw-droppingly spectacular reality series out there. Across two seasons, hyper-talented dance teams or "houses" come together to meet the performance and fashion challenges of judges Leiomy Maldonado, Law Roach, Jameela Jamil, and Megan Thee Stallion. Why we like it: With dance icon Dashaun Wesley serving as master of ceremonies, Legendary explores the high-stakes world of ballroom - a once-underground LGBTQ subculture dating back to the 19th century. What it is: A reality competition series centered on voguing and ballroom culture. Here are 21 of the best LGBTQ TV shows to stream right now. We've limited this list to include only shows that started in the past ten years (our apologies to Will & Grace), but mixed different genres so there's something for everyone. In honor of Pride Month, we've combed through all of our favorite queer TV shows on platforms like Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Showtime, and Amazon Prime Video to bring you a collection of great titles we'll be watching this June. In the streaming era, however, queer stories are being told more frequently and more authentically than ever before - giving viewers plenty to choose from. Mashable is celebrating Pride Month Pride Month by exploring the modern LGBTQ world, from the people who make up the community to the spaces where they congregate, both online and off.įrom Ellen and Queer As Folk to Absolutely Fabulous and Golden Girls, LGBTQ TV has existed as a subgenre for decades.