The best shows to watch during Pride Month

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

What it Feels Like for a Girl

Watch now on BBC iPlayer

Raw, rebellious and completely unforgettable, What it Feels Like for a Girl follows teenager Byron as they navigate identity, friendship and growing up queer in early 2000s Nottingham. Based on Paris Lees’ memoir, it’s chaotic, emotional and packed with iconic Y2K energy. Trust us, you’ll be obsessed from episode one!

It’s A Sin

Watch 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.

Tip Toe

Stream on Channel 4

Russell T Davies is back (yes, againnnn) with this tense new thriller following two Manchester neighbours whose relationship spirals from awkward tension into full-on toxic feud territory. Starring Alan Cumming and David Morrissey, Tip Toe mixes big emotions, humour and seriously uncomfortable truths about modern Britain.

Banana 

Stream on Channel 4

Funny, messy, romantic and occasionally chaotic, Banana explores modern queer life through a collection of interconnected stories. From awkward first dates to complicated relationships, every episode introduces new characters navigating love, identity and everything in between. Basically? Queer storytelling at its best.

Juice

Stream on BBC iPlayer

Written by and starring Mawaan Rizwan, Juice follows Jamma, a young queer man living in London who spends most of his time trying to avoid adulthood. Still living at home with his chaotic family and constantly escaping into elaborate fantasy sequences, Jamma struggles to balance friendships, relationships and his own identity while searching for the confidence to finally grow up.

Tofu

Stream on Channel 4, from the 31st May

If you loved Cucumber and Banana, you NEED to watch Tofu. This cheeky and eye-opening documentary series dives headfirst into modern sex, relationships and queer identity with honesty, humour and absolutely no awkwardness. 

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!

Changing Ends

Watch now on ITVX

Based on Alan Carr’s real life, Changing Ends is a nostalgic coming-of-age comedy. Growing up gay in 1980s Northampton isn’t exactly easy, but Alan’s sharp wit and larger-than-life personality make this one an absolute joyyyy to watch.

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

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.

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. And pssst there new season is hereeeee!

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!)

I Kissed A Boy (Season 2)

Stream on BBC iPlayer

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!

Feel Good

Stream on Channel 4

Mae Martin’s sharp, funny and deeply honest comedy-drama follows comedian Mae as they navigate love, addiction and the wonderfully messy reality of modern relationships. 

Proud

Watch now on ITVX

From trailblazing activists to unforgettable cultural moments, Proud celebrates the stories, voices and history that shaped the LGBTQ+ community in Britain

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!

Looking for more recommendations? Why not discover all the new shows coming out this month!