Let’s be real—if it’s queer, colourful, and comes with a killer soundtrack, we’re pressing play. Pride Month is officially here, and that means it’s time to celebrate with the best kind of binge: unapologetically fabulous TV.
From heart-stealing love stories to laugh-out-loud comedies and iconic queer characters we’d happily adopt as our own, these shows aren’t just good—they’re essential. So whether you're in the mood to feel all the feels or just want something that gets you, here’s your ultimate watchlist!
The Best LGBTQ+ TV Shows to Watch
Love, Victor
Watch now on BBC iPlayer
Sweet, sincere, and seriously heart-melting, Love, Victor is the coming-of-age story we all wish we had. With teen drama, first loves, and plenty of feels, it’s a modern queer classic that’ll have you smiling one minute and sobbing the next.
It’s A Sin
Watch on demand on Channel 4
Growing up in the wake of the AIDS epidemic, three gay men leave their lives behind to start afresh with friends in London. When terror strikes, the friends must fight for their rights more than ever before.
Butterfly
Stream on ITVX
Butterfly is a powerful, poignant story about identity, family, and unconditional love. When 11-year-old Max reveals she identifies as a girl, her parents are forced to navigate their own fears, beliefs, and what it truly means to support your child. It’s tender, raw, and quietly ground-breaking.
Lost Boys and Fairies
Stream now on BBC iPlayer
This heart-warming (and occasionally heart-wrenching) coming-of-middle-age tale follows singer Gabriel (Sion Daniel Young) and his partner Andy (Fra Fee) as they take on their biggest duet yet: parenthood. But before they can start their family, Gabriel has to face the music of his own past—and fix things with his dad. Emotional baggage? Check. Big feelings? Absolutely.
Big Boys
Watch now on Channel 4
Big Boys is a semi-autobiographical drama about Jack (Dylan Llewellyn) a shy and closeted teen who finally goes to university after a year of mourning his late father. As he journeys into life as an adult gay man, he is supported along the way by his straight friend Danny who helps with his mental health struggles! With three seasons, it's the perfect pride month binge!
#Mypride
Watch now on ITVX
This very powerful series shows many famous faces opening up about their experiences of being part of the LGBTQ+ community and writing touching letters to their fourteen-year-old selves. We’re not crying…
RuPaul's Drag Race UK
Stream now on BBC iPlayer
If tea-spilling, shade-throwing, and serving looks with a British twist sounds like your thing, RuPaul’s Drag Race UK delivers in spades. It’s the same fierce format you love, but with extra humour and regional accents!
The Confessions of Frannie Langton
Watch now on ITVX and STV Player
In 1826 Frannie (Karla-Simone Spence), a young woman from Jamaica, battles to defend her innocence after being accused of the murder of her former lover Marguerite (Sophie Cookson) and her master George (Stephen Campbell).This powerful story delves into the illicit relationship between two women, the inequalities of gender and race and the stereotypes of 18th century society.
Gentleman Jack
Watch now on BBC iPlayer
This steaming period lesbian series is set in 1832 Yorkshire, based on the diaries of Anne Lister (Suranne Jones). It breaks the heterosexual norms of the time, creating an authentic and intimate insight in to the ‘hidden’ relationships of the 18th century. Defo a must watch!
Vicious
Watch now on ITVX
Having survived through the times where the world frowned at homosexuality, this comedy centres on partners Freddie (Ian McKellen) and Stuart (Derek Jacobi) who have lived together in Covent Garden for over 50 years. With their favourite hobby being bickering with each other, this comedy will have you in fits of giggles!
Smoggie Queens
Stream now on BBC iPlayer
Let’s be honest—drag, drama, and a whole lotta Northern charm? We’re in. Smoggie Queens brings big lashes, bigger personalities, and enough sass to put the Tees on the map in style.
Queer as Folk
Available now on Channel 4
Set in Manchester’s gay village around Canal street, Queer as folk follows the daily lives and loves of three young gay men. There’s no way you haven’t watched this emotional gay drama! (If you haven’t- what are you waiting for!)
The Extraordinary Life of April Ashley
Watch now on Channel 4
An influential and inspiring story of how one transgender woman from the slums of Liverpool forced to go through gender realignment surgery, worked her way to the height of Knightsbridge society and eventually an MBE. She changed Britain, and Britain changed with her!
Freddie Mercury: In His Own Words
Stream now on 5
As a bisexual man, in a very homophobic world, Freddie Mercury faced battle after battle to find himself. Using music as his means of expression, this documentary follows Freddie's career from the early days of Queen, to the show stopping live aid performance to the height of his fame!
I Kissed A Boy (Season 2)
Stream on BBC iPlayer
Get ready and get excitedddd because I kissed A Boy is back just in time for Prideeee. Packed full of all the drama, love and gossip you could possibly need! 10 singles are matched for the first time with a kiss… no small talk or dating apps, just one kiss to test their chemistry! Will any of the couples find true love?
Queens for the Night
Watch now on ITVX
Watch celebrities be transformed into fashionable and fabulousss drag queens in this spectacular competition!
Moments that shaped Queer Black Britain
Watch now on 5
Recounting the key moments that shaped the Britain’s black queer community, the documentary unravels the undocumented struggles activists went through to create the culture LGTBQ+ people enjoy today!
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