Mary & George
CREATOR: D.C. Moore
CAST: Julianne Moore, Nicholas Galitzine & Tony Curran
Mary Villiers, better known as the Countess of Buckingham, was a woman of sinister intent. Using her son as a vessel to seduce King James I, she rose up to become one of the rich and powerful elites of England. Her rise to power is followed for all of the intriguing drama that comes from this true story of European history. Based on the book The King's Assassin by Benjamin Woolley, this historical costume drama was created by D. C. Moore and stars Julianne Moore, Nicholas Galitzine, Tony Curran, Laurie Davidson, Trine Dyrholm, Nicola Walker, Niamh Algar, Sean Gilder, Adrian Rawlins, and Mark O'Halloran. Watch the trailer of Mary & George

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Feud: Capote vs. The Swans
CREATOR: Ryan Murphy
CAST: Tom Hollander, Naomi Watts & Calista Flockhart
The historic feuds of notable celebrities continue onward with the second season. Truman Capote was becoming a top writer and then decided to cut ties with the stuffy behaviors of high society. Bitter about this split, the upper class target Capote in any way they can to tarnish the career of this popular figure. Will they succeed or will Capote come out the victor of this campaign? Based on the book Capote's Women: A True Story of Love, Betrayal, and a Swan Song for an Era by Laurence Leamer, this historical drama stars Naomi Watts, Diane Lane, Chloë Sevigny, Calista Flockhart, Demi Moore, Molly Ringwald, Tom Hollander, and Treat Williams. Watch the trailer of Feud: Capote vs. The Swans

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Last Call: When a Serial Killer Stalked Queer New York
CAST: Matt Foreman, Michael Ferreri & Bea Hanson
1990s New York City was a violent time for gay people as a serial killer targeted members of that community. In addition to such a killer being on the loose, the justice system was not kind to those who had previously endured the horrors of the AIDS epidemic. In this documentary series created by Anthony Caronna, the layers of history are peeled back to reveal this dark chapter of the 90s, where gay people faced far more descrimination during such a turbulent time in American history. Watch the trailer of Last Call: When a Serial Killer Stalked Queer New York

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Velma
CREATOR: Charlie Grandy
CAST: Mindy Kaling, Constance Wu & Sam Richardson
The classic Scooby-Doo character created by Hanna-Barbera Productions takes center stage in this adult animated spin-off series without the dog present. As an amateur detective, the insightful yet brash Velma tackles a series of dark mysteries involving more than just masked schemers. She soon forms the mystery-solving gang, Mystery Inc, showcasing the group's origins, including Daphne, Fred, and Shaggy. Developed by Charlie Grandy (The Office), this animated comedy with heavy subversion and meta-humor features the voices of Mindy Kaling, Sam Richardson, Constance Wu, Glenn Howerton, Wanda Sykes, Cherry Jones, Frank Welker, Nicole Byer, Gary Cole, Stephen Root, and Weird Al. Watch the trailer of Velma

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High School
CREATOR: Clea DuVall
CAST: Railey Gilliland, Seazynn Gilliland & Cobie Smulders
A story about finding your own identity—a journey made even more complicated when you have a twin whose own struggle and self-discovery so closely mimics your own. Told through a backdrop of ‘90s... Watch the trailer of High School

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Uncoupled
CREATOR: Darren Star
CAST: Neil Patrick Harris, Tisha Campbell & Emerson Brooks
Michael thought he had the perfect life with a loving husband he’s been married to for 17 years. All of that changes, however, when his husband leaves him. Now in his mid-40s, Michael finds himself frightened of entering into a new world as an older, single gay man. Can he save his marriage with his partner for many years or is it back to the dating scene? This romantic comedy series stars Neil Patrick Harris, Emerson Brooks, Brooks Ashmanskas, and Tisha Campbell. Watch the trailer of Uncoupled

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A League of Their Own
CREATOR: Abbi Jacobson
CAST: Abbi Jacobson, Chanté Adams & D'Arcy Carden
Based on a true story and movie of the same title, A League of Their Own follows the baseball careers of American woman during World War II. When the war was on, the baseball league was missing players. An ensemble of women literally step up to the plate to prove that they’re just as good at the game as men. The show stars Abbi Jacobson, Chanté Adams, D'Arcy Carden, Roberta Colindrez, Gbemisola Ikumel, Kelly McCormack, Priscilla Delgado, and Nick Offerman. Watch the trailer of A League of Their Own

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Queer As Folk
CREATOR: Abbi Jacobson
CAST: Abbi Jacobson, Chanté Adams & D'Arcy Carden
In this reboot of the iconic gay series, Queer As Folk once more follows a group of clubbing friends in the LGBTQ community. When a tragedy befalls their community, the friends come together and learn how to continue living in such a chaotic world. Heartfelt comradery and passionate love follows as all of them navigate their lives in various ways. The mix of comedy, romance, and drama features an ensemble cast that includes Juliette Lewis, Kim Cattrall, Jesse James Keitel, and Ed Begley Jr. Watch the trailer of Queer As Folk

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It’s a Sin
CREATOR: Russell T Davies
CAST: Olly Alexander, Omari Douglas & Callum Scott Howells
A chronicle of four friends during a decade in which everything changed, including the rise of AIDS. Watch the trailer of It’s a Sin

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It’s A Sin
CREATOR: Russell T Davies
CAST: Nathaniel Curtis, Omari Douglas, Callum Scott Howells, Lydia West
Developed by Russell T Davies, 1980s London becomes a chaotic place when rebellion, drugs, and love. It’s such an energizing city that inspires five teenagers to make the big move to the English city where leading a gay life is a bit more fun. But with such wonderment comes the cruel hand of the AIDS epidemic. Directed by Peter Hoar, the cast of this bittersweet gay drama includes Olly Alexander, Omari Douglas, and Callum Scott Howells. Watch the trailer of It’s A Sin

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We’re Here
CREATOR: Stephen Warren
CAST: Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka O'Hara & D.J. "Shangela" Pierce
The contestants of RuPaul's Drag Race take their act to a small town to find some new talent. In this reality series, the drag queens of Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka O'Hara, and Shangela venture to small towns across America seeking potential stars for one-night drag shows. Taking to the road, the trio of drags hope to find a big discovery of a drag superstar that may be hidden within the corners of the United States. Watch the trailer of We’re Here

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Hollywood
CREATOR: Ryan Murphy
CAST: Jeremy Pope, Darren Criss & David Corenswet
This new Netflix gay show is described as a "a love letter to the Golden Age of Tinseltown". It will Darren Criss (The Assassination of Gianni Versace) and it is set in the 40's of Hollywood. Watch the trailer of Hollywood

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I Am Not Okay with This
CREATOR: Jonathan Entwistle
CAST: Sophia Lillis, Kathleen Rose Perkins & Sofia Bryant
I Am not Okay with this is a 2020 Graphic Novel Adaptation of Charles Forman's Novel. It's starring Sophia Lillis as a teenager who is exploring her superpowers while also navigating the perils of high school and her own sexuality. It will be streaming on Netflix. Watch the trailer of I Am Not Okay with This

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Work in Progress
CREATOR: Abby McEnany
CAST: Abby McEnany, Karin Anglin & Celeste Pechous
Abby McEnany plays herself in this auto-biographical comedy based on her life as an overweight, queer woman. Now in her 40s, Abby deals with the challenges of depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder. But her life may take a change for the better when she ventures into a new relationship that could change everything. Co-created by Abby McEnany, this modern comedy features a cast that includes Karin Anglin, Celeste Pechous and Julia Sweeney, along such guest stars as "Weird Al" Yankovic. Watch the trailer of Work in Progress

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The L Word: Generation Q
CREATOR: Ilene Chaiken
CAST: Jennifer Beals, Katherine Moennig & Leisha Hailey
This sequel to the iconic drama The L Word takes place ten years after the events of the previous show. Now set in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, the mostly lesbian characters of Bette Porter (Jennifer Beals), Shane McCutcheon (Katherine Moennig) and Alice Pieszecki (Leisha Hailey) return for more drama. Bette is now running for mayor, Shane is a hairdresser and Alice has become a talk show host. They struggle for success while trying to be true to their sexuality. Watch the trailer of The L Word: Generation Q

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Looking
CREATOR: Michael Lannan
CAST: Jonathan Groff, Frankie J. Alvarez & Murray Bartlett
Looking was a terrific HBO show about the gay community in San Fransisco. It focused primarily on a group of friends, and offered a delicate take on what it means to be gay in a liberal city like San Francisco. The second season aired in 2015. Watch the trailer of Looking

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Vida
CREATOR: Tanya Saracho
CAST: Mishel Prada, Melissa Barrera & Ser Anzoategui
The discovery of their mother's true sexuality and identity, leaves two Mexican-American Sisters who are very different from each other, to re-evaluate their relationship and their shared history. Watch the trailer of Vida

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Shameless
CREATOR: Paul Abbott
CAST: Emmy Rossum, William H. Macy & Ethan Cutkosky
Hitseries Shameless is considered to be a nice addition to the LGBT-Gay tv niche, and the story about the scrappy Chicago-based family and their unapologetic lifestyles, has been going strong for 7 seasons now. Watch the trailer of Shameless

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Transparent
CREATOR: Jill Soloway
CAST: Jeffrey Tambor, Gaby Hoffmann & Amy Landecker
This Prime Video production depicts the story of a Family in LA who are can no longer keep their secrets from each other when a dramatic admission leads to their lives being unraveled. Watch the trailer of Transparent

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AJ and the Queen
CREATOR: RuPaul
CAST: RuPaul, Izzy Gaspersz & Michael-Leon Wooley
Robert is better known as the drag queen Ruby Red and seeks more out of his life. Desiring fame and fortune, Ruby hits the road with a kid stowaway to travel across America and perhaps find his way back onto the stage for one more show at the Miss Drag USA pageant. Of course, they’ll have to make it to Texas first and earn some cash along the way. This drag comedy was created by RuPaul and her infamous drag competition program of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Watch the trailer of AJ and the Queen

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The Bisexual
CREATOR: Desiree Akhavan
CAST: Saskia Chana, Michèlle Guillot & Desiree Akhavan
You don't see this too often in television or cinema, but instead of something exploring gay sexuality, in The Bisexual a women breaks up with her girlfriend to try a straight relationship for a change. Watch the trailer of The Bisexual

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A Very English Scandal
CREATOR: Russell T. Davies (adaptation), John Preston (book)
CAST: Hugh Grant, Ben Whishaw & Alex Jennings
Hugh Grant plays Jeremy Thorpe, The Liberal Party's leader, and he has a secret to hide in England of the 1960's where homosexuality has just been legalized. Watch the trailer of A Very English Scandal

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Heartstopper
CREATOR: Alice Oseman
CAST: Kit Connor, Joe Locke & Sebastian Croft
Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring are two British boys of an all-boys grammar school. The two connect with each other when they sit together in class. That friendship turns into more of a romance when the openly-gay Charlie contemplates pursuing Nick. But does Nick feel the same way? The two try to learn more about one another as love blossoms from friendship. This tender coming-of-age romance is based on the novel by Alice Oseman and stars Fisayo Akinade, Kit Connor, and Sebastian Croft. Read more

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First Kill
CREATOR: Felicia D. Henderson
CAST: Jonas Dylan Allen, Mk Xyz & Mikala Gibson
The young teenage vampire Juliette is ready to rise to the ranks of the vampires in her family. To do so, she’ll need to commit her first kill on her bloody path to ascension. What she didn’t count on was that her target, Calliope, is a new girl in town that she herself would end up falling for. But her relationship is further complicated by the revelation that Calliope is also from an unorthodox family. In fact, she comes from a family of skilled vampire hunters. Can such a forbidden romance bloom when the two are from such different and bloody worlds? Read more

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Élite
CREATOR: Carlos Caridad Montero
CAST: Omar Ayuso, Nadia Al Saidi & Mina El Hammani
At the elite Spanish secondary school of Las Encinas, the working class and wealthy student body clash. Three of the newly-transfered working-class teenagers (María Pedraza, Itzan Escamilla, Miguel Bernardeau) clash so much with their wealthy rivals that their feud eventually extend to murder. Created by Carlos Montero and Darío Madrona, this teen thriller is loaded with mystery, sexual themes, postmodern teen cliches, and takes place across multiple timelines to showcase the aftermath of the chaos that is being a teenager at a very competitive school. Read more

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Pose
CREATOR: Steven Canals, Brad Falchuk & Ryan Murphy
CAST: Michaela Jaé (MJ) Rodriguez, Dominique Jackson, Indya Moore
Pose is A musical tv show set in 1980's New York. Several social classes get examined: The Trump-like luxury golden America, the literary scene, and the ball... Read more

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Orange is the New Black
CREATOR: Jenji Kohan
CAST: Taylor Schilling, Natasha Lyonne & Uzo Aduba
A woman experiences a drastic change in her life when she is sentenced to fifteen month imprisonment, following her indictment in a decade old case. Read more

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Here we have assembled a list of the best gay tv shows or shows dealing with LGBT Themes. Sometimes a show is selected because the protagonist plays a strong gay role, and sometimes the topic is selected because it deals with the topic of sexuality and gender in new and interesting ways.