Queer As Folk

2000 • Showtime
4.8
373 reviews
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Season 5 episodes (13)

1 Episode 1
5/21/05
Michael throws a surprise 10th anniversary party for Melanie and Lindsay. Justin's stay in Hollywood is extended, in turn, affecting his relationship with Brian. At Ted's suggestion, Brian invests his Kinnetik profits in a new venture.
2 Queer as Folk - Episode 2
5/21/05
Brian re-opens Babylon. Justin returns to Pittsburgh after the studio pulls the plug on "Rage." Michael pursues custody of his daughter, and Ted pursues a new look. Emmett lands the role of Pittsburgh's resident "Queer Guy" on the local news.
3 Queer as Folk - Episode 3
5/28/05
Brian and Michael grow further apart as Brian struggles to save Liberty Avenue from gentrification and Michael embraces domestic life. The street may never be the same when Debbie retires from the diner and newcomer Loretta (Rosie O'Donnell) takes over.
4 Queer as Folk - Episode 4
6/4/05
Brian remains steadfast in his belief that marriage is the death of a relationship. Debbie struggles with accepting her role as a lady of leisure, especially when she discovers that Loretta has stolen her act. Ted decides to undergo an extreme makeover.
5 Queer as Folk - Episode 5
6/11/05
Brian has news to share with Justin and all of his former partners. Lindsay drops out of the custody battle over Jenny Rebecca while Hunter considers returning to the streets. Post cosmetic surgery, Ted attempts to drop out of the social scene.
6 Queer as Folk - Episode 6
3/21/14
Brian's reign as hottest man at Babylon is challenged by a new stud. Ted has an opportunity for revenge on an old flame. Ben and Michael help Hunter lift his spirits and get back to school. Bored as a lady of leisure, Debbie goes back to the diner.
7 Queer as Folk - Episode 7
6/25/05
Proposition 14 threatens same sex couple's rights. Justin's decision to move out of Brian's loft creates a rift between Brian and Michael. Ted struggles to exact revenge on Troy (Lee Rumohr). Lindsay moves back in to her parents' house with Gus.
8 Queer as Folk - Episode 8
7/2/05
Justin lands himself in jail. Brian and Brandon work their way down the list of the ten hottest guys in Pittsburgh. Ben grieves Hunter's departure. Melanie and Lindsay attempt an in-house separation while Emmett's stalker reveals himself.
9 Queer as Folk - Episode 9
7/9/05
The gang fights against Proposition 14. Michael and Brian still aren't speaking to each other while Lindsay and Melanie's in-house separation heats up. Drew (Matt Battaglia) finally comes out. Ted begins his quest for his Mr. Right.
10 Queer as Folk - Episode 10
7/16/05
Cyndi Lauper makes a guest appearance as Babylon plays host to the Stop Prop14 Benefit - an event that changes everyone's lives.
11 Queer as Folk - Episode 11
7/23/05
Brian reevaluates his priorities after the bombing of Babylon. Michael continues to recover in the hospital, and a Liberty Avenue vigil for the victims ends in chaos.
12 Queer as Folk - Episode 12
7/30/05
Brian and Justin are getting married! Melanie and Lindsay plan on moving the family to Canada-where they won't be humiliated because of their sexual orientation. Ted may have finally found his Mr. Right. Emmett catches Drew with another man.
13 Queer as Folk - Episode 13
8/6/05
Brian and Justin prepare to marry. Lindsay and Melanie move to Canada. Michael's asked to represent the Committee for Human Rights. Ted sees his relationship with Tad (Ben Bass) for what it really is. The beat of Babylon continues..

About this show

Brash humor and genuine emotion make up this original series revolving around the lives, loves, ambitions, careers and friendships of a group of gay men and women living on Liberty Avenue in contemporary Pittsburgh, PA. The show offers an unapologetic look at modern, urban gay and lesbian lives while addressing the most critical health and political issues affecting the community. Sometimes racy, sometimes sensitive and always straight to the heart, QUEER AS FOLK is groundbreaking television at its best.

Ratings and reviews

4.8
373 reviews
Shane B
May 18, 2016
When it aired on Showtime is was the only program, series, book, porn (it really is just a show with mail nudity and women nudity for that matter), my point is I started watching this around 2001 ish and now that it is 2016 ish we as a society still do not have an accurate depiction of gay life, the struggles, the lessons, heroes, inspiration, etc etc. I mean come on. All these apps are so sensored. We want more than just porn ya know :-/
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A Google user
April 19, 2018
I watched this whole series at the most crucial time in my adult coming of age, gay life. I laughed, cried, got aroused, questioned life and pondered deeper thoughts pretty much in sync with all of the characters. I wish it would revamp(2018 style), it truly is a cult classic.
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Elena Menagarishvili
November 13, 2017
This show is way deeper than it may seem for the first time. I had a feeling that in the beginning it was all about sex, drugs, partying - to attract the attention of the youth - but in the later seasons they raise so many important issues, it is basically about everything: human rights, gay marriages, adopting kids and raising kids in love, HIV problems and lack of education in this field, violence and response to violence, finding your own path, setting your carrier goals, friendship, honesty, life values... Great show!
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