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The 30 Best LGBTQ Movies on Netflix Right Now
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In celebration of Pride month, we compiled a list of the best Fresh sapphic, gay, trans, and lgbtq+ films you can survey on Netflix right now. You&#;ll find Netflix originals (like recent documentaries Circle of Books and A Secret Love) as well as award-winning theatrical releases.
The titles below are sorted from the optimal LGBTQ films on Netflix and ranked by adjusted Tomatometer score (which takes into account the number of reviewers weighing in, and the number of reviews per film for movies released in a given year). To be included, films had to hold a Fresh Tomatometer score (60% or above).
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Critics Consensus:I Am Michael takes a determinedly balanced approach to its complex subject, and although the results don't always add up, they're anchored by strong labor from James Franco.
Synopsis: Based on the fascinating, true-life story of Michael Glatze (James Franco), a homosexual activist who becomes an anti-gay Christian pastor. [More]
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Queer love will thrive no matter what, even in a capitalistic nightmare.
Severance, the Apple TV+ mystery about an office filled with workers who cannot remember (and are severed from) their outside lives, rapidly became one of the best shows of the year for a myriad of reasons. A haunting tale of grief, human will, and the horrors of the office job, the reveal had a surprising queer romance burgeoning that just added to its brilliance.
If John Turturro and Christopher Walken creature one of the year's best couples was on your bingo card, then give yourself a stamp; otherwise, you probably have heard a lot about Severance, which eagerly pulls anyone ready to dive down the office hallway horrors it has waiting in store.
Most shows are eager to throw everything at you, but Severance holds its breath, letting the tiny pieces of experience in the demonstrate make for some of the year's most compelling television.
When it comes to gay TV shows, Netflix has a large catalogue of content representing a huge cross section of the LGBTQ+ community. [no_toc]
When asked why LGBTQ+ content matters so much, to us its simple: we want to see content, storylines, topics and characters we can relate to.
Not only that, but it’s important for everyone from all walks of life to see a diverse representation of people, not just limited to LGBTQ+ people, on TV shows.
It’s an important step in breaking down barriers, educating and if done correctly, removing stereotypes.
When it comes to gay TV shows on Netflix, for us this can mean content that is centred around gay storylines, or simply the inclusion of queer characters as standard and not simply for a token coming out storyline.
When we see queer characters in TV shows where being gay is not the only reason they are part of the show, it makes us feel positive and hopeful for society (albeit it should be a given!).
If you are looking for the best queer TV shows on Netflix right now (depending on region), build sure you check out the following
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Yes, Netflix, I Was Still Watching
Despite the rise of Homosexual sections on streaming platforms, many LGBTQ+ series deal with an uphill battle when it comes to longevity. A series' cultural significance and loyal fanbase often aren't enough to store them from being axed after just one or two seasons. This trend has become especially striking on Netflix, which in late made waves by canceling several LGBTQ+ shows, raising larger questions about the industry's commitment to diverse storytelling and representation.
Netflix's Cancellations of LGBTQ+ Shows
In late , Netflix canceled several LGBTQ+ series, including Glamorous, an influencer-driven drama that failed to secure a second season despite reaching Netflix’s Global Highest 10 in 69 countries. Other notable cancellations included Q-Force (), an animated LGBTQ+ spy series; Smiley (), a Spanish quixotic comedy; and Uncoupled (), which was later picked up by Showtime. These shows, despite enjoying devoted fanbases, fell victim to a pattern of premature cancellations, sparking concern over the sustainability of Homosexual co