The pandemic, like for many other areas, proved to be severe for the television industry as well. Filming of many TV series stopped in 2020, some were canceled altogether, however, despite this, Internet and cable TVs are slowly returning to the old rhythm and offering lots of new TV shows.
We offer 7 new queer series, the TV premiere of which took place in 2021 or returned to the screens with a new season.
It’s a sin
In the early 80s an AIDs epidemic broke out throughout the world. The virus spread rapidly and claimed the lives of many people. The ruling forces of different countries were doing nothing and very soon the majority believed that this new type of virus was God’s punishment for LGBT+ people.
The 2021 British TV series tells the story of the 80s and the British LGBT+ community. It is about young people who are starting a new life in London and are still unaware that a bigger monster than homophobia and patriarchy is approaching the world in the form of a virus.
The mini-series consists of a total of 5 episodes and ideally brings to life the UK of the 80s, various segments of British society and the struggle for freedom, love and life.
Special
The lives of people with disabilities are vague not only in our reality but also in developed countries. The voice of the people who need support and help the most does not reach the public.
The main character is Ryan, a young gay man, who despite his diagnosis (Cerebral palsy), tries to start an independent life, find a preferred job and a man.
The comedy series consists of two seasons and from a completely different angle shows the lives of people with special needs, the challenges of the modern world and the special relationship between mother and child.
Halston
There is probably no queer person that hasn’t watched at least one of Ryan Murphy’s TV series. The creators of American Horror Story and American Crime Story did not disappoint the viewers this time either, and after the story of the assassination of the founder of the famous fashion house, the founder of Versace, they offered a mini-series about another famous designer, Roy Hallston.
Halston was one of the most influential designers of the twentieth century, who began his career making hats, and after his hat was worn by John F. Kennedy’s wife, Jackie Kennedy, the designer’s success doubled.
The mini-series perfectly describes the last years of the queer designer’s life, the glamorous society of New York in the 70s, the endless parties in the famous Studio 54 and the fashion world that so captivates millions of people around the world.
The main role in the series is played by Evan McGregor.
Genera+ion
Have you ever wondered what your teen years would have been like if you had a more peaceful, less homophobic environment at school? How would your life develop if your desires, freedom of speech were not as restricted? If no one told you – don’t wear that, don’t act like that, don’t be friends with them, etc.
A new TV series by HBO max, Generation, tells us a story about such American teenagers, that are trying to find their path in the modern world.
This mixture of comedy and drama is perfect for those people that like TV shows about schools, young people and their problems.
Why are you like this?
Life might get extremely chaotic during the ages 20-30. Despite the fact that you are young, you have just started your life and you are full of energy, it is still not easy to become an adult and find yourself.
The Australian TV series of 2021, which is part of the anthology, illustrates these problems. In this comedy genre TV show the action takes place in Melbourne, relating to three friends: Penny, Mia and Austin. The friends live together, have an internet addiction and are trying to voice their unique opinions.
Bonding
Bonding is another queer series, the second season of which came out this year and tells the story of a New York City student girl and her gay friend comedian who engage in sex work for money and become the dominant ones with BDSM-loving men.
The comedy genre series sheds a light on a lot of taboos and stigma around sex and humorously describes the friendship of young people in New York.
Young Royals
Young Royals is a Swedish teen series that came out just a few weeks ago. The series tells the story of the youngest member of the Swedish royal dynasty, Wilhelm, who is the second candidate for the throne.
It all starts with a royal scandal, with 16-year-old Prince Wilhelm behaving irrelevantly to his status, which is why the monarch family decides to send the prince to an elite, closed school. Everyone is looking forward to the prince’s appearance at school, everyone has their own plans for the monarch, though Wilhelm will only be interested in his classmate, Simon.
A teen drama full of conflicts about the love story of two boys is an ideal getaway for those who love royal family life and queer love stories.
