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Queer as Folk
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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.
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- E1 PremiereNext upDec 3, 2000 · 48 min · ★ 8.3
Synopsis
After a night out at the club Babylon with Michael, Emmett and Ted; Brian picks up a cute guy named Justin for a night of fun, but afterwards coldly rebuffs Justin's attempts to see him again. Michael also gets lucky taking home a hunk only to be happily interrupted for a trip to the hospital after Brian learns that Lindsay and Melanie have had a baby boy, Gus.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Sherry Miller (Jennifer Taylor), Lindsey Connell (Tracey), Stephanie Moore (Cynthia)
- E2 Queer, There and EverywhereDec 3, 2000 · 45 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
Michael stays in the closet at work, which causes some problems with an interested co-worker while at the same time he struggles with feelings of jealousy over Brian's relationship with Justin.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Sherry Miller (Jennifer Taylor), Lindsey Connell (Tracey)
- E3 No Bris, No Shirt, No ServiceDec 10, 2000 · 46 min · ★ 7.9
Synopsis
Lindsay and Melanie have a bris for their new baby Gus, which Brian decides to miss until Michael convinces him otherwise. Brian decides to crash the party and put his parental foot down. Justin seeking to regain the attention of Brian decides to make himself noticed at Babylon. Meanwhile, Brian's involvement as the father of Gus causes some relationship strain between Lindsay and Melanie. Michael attempting to continue his straight act, runs into a co-worker in front of the gay bars. Also, Ted finally gets lucky with a guy who he's been denying the advances of all night, but ends up with devastating results.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Dean Armstrong (Blake Wyzecki), Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Sean Baek (Katsuo), Lindsey Connell (Tracy), Marcia Diamond (Estelle)
- E4 Ted's Not DeadDec 17, 2000 · 51 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
While Ted lies in a drug-induced coma, Brian learns he's named the executor of his friend's living will. Also, Justin's mother suspects the truth about her son's sexuality and Michael and Emmett try to remove incriminating evidence from Ted's apartment but discover Ted's longtime crush on Michael.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Sherry Miller (Jennifer Taylor), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Elva Mai Hoover (Mrs. Schmidt), Lindsey Connell (Tracey), Stephanie Moore (Cynthia), Judah Katz (Pancho Ryder)
- E5 Now Approaching... the LineJan 7, 2001 · 50 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
Michael fends off the romantic interest of a female coworker who doesn't know he's gay and instead dates a handsome chiropractor, while Brian is propositioned by a potentially lucrative client of his firm. Meanwhile, Justin struggles to repair his fractured relationship with his mother Jennifer.
Guest stars: Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Lindsey Connell (Tracy)
- E6 The Art of DesperationJan 21, 2001 · 49 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
Michael's new chiropractor boyfriend gets into a tug of war with Brian over Michael, as Ted recovers from his O.D. by dating Roger, a stable but overweight chorus director. Also, Justin meets Lindsay, who is impressed with his artwork.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Dean Armstrong (Blake Wyzecki), Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Sherry Miller (Jennifer Taylor), Chris Potter (David Cameron), John Furey (Craig Taylor)
- E7 Smells Like CodependenceJan 28, 2001 · 45 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
Debbie meets Dr. David; Michael and Dr. David spend a weekend in the country; Justin's father learns the truth and decides to send Justin away to school; Brian's emotional hold on Michael and dislike for Dr. David intensifies.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Chris Potter (David Cameron), John Furey (Craig Taylor), Lindsey Connell (Tracey)
- E8 Babylon BoomerangFeb 4, 2001 · 49 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
Justin's father attacks Brian outside Babylon; Michael gets a promotion at work; Justin moves in with Brian.
Guest stars: Chris Potter (David Cameron), Lindsey Connell (Tracy), John Furey (Craig Taylor), Lawrence Dane (Jack Kinney)
- E9 Daddy Dearest (Sonny Boy)Feb 11, 2001 · 47 min · ★ 8.0
Synopsis
Michael decides to break up with Dr. David, who surprises Michael by asking him to move in with him; Lindsay and Melanie ask Brian to relinquish his parental rights to Gus; Emmett becomes addicted to cyber-sex.
Guest stars: Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Sherry Miller (Jennifer Taylor), Chris Potter (David Cameron)
- E10 Queens of the RoadFeb 18, 2001 · 46 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
Dr. David pressures Michael to move in with him; Brian's loft is burglarized; Justin runs away to New York City; Lindsay and Melanie begin to drift apart.
Guest stars: Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Sherry Miller (Jennifer Taylor), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Lindsey Connell (Tracey)
- E11 Surprise!Feb 25, 2001 · 50 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
Michael ends the relationship with Dr. David; Ted and Emmett get tested for AIDS; Brian throws Michael a surprise 30th birthday party and outs Michael to his co-worker; Emmett makes a pact with God.
Guest stars: Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Lindsey Connell (Tracy), Stephanie Moore (Cynthia)
- E12 Move It or Lose ItMar 4, 2001 · 51 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis
Michael and Dr. David enjoy their new-found domestic bliss; Emmett joins a "conversion therapy" group; Lindsay and Melanie continue to fight about Brian, finances and their future; Ted becomes very sexually active.
Guest stars: Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Lindsey Connell (Tracy), Judah Katz (Pancho Ryder)
- E13 Very Stupid PeopleMar 11, 2001 · 45 min · ★ 8.3
Synopsis
Brian sleeps with a co-worker who then files a complaint against him; Emmett continues to try to go straight; Melanie finds solace from Lindsay in the arms of another woman.
Guest stars: Chris Potter (David Cameron), Barna Moricz (Kip Thomas), Stephanie Moore (Cynthia), Judah Katz (Pancho Ryder)
- E14 A Change of HeartMar 18, 2001 · 51 min · ★ 8.6
Synopsis
Brian is named in the sexual harassment suit and turns to Melanie for legal advice; Emmett starts dating a woman in his continuing attempt to go straight; Michael lies to David about seeing Brian.
Guest stars: Chris Potter (David Cameron), Barna Moricz (Kip Thomas), Lawrence Dane (Jack Kinney)
- E15 The Ties That BindApr 1, 2001 · 51 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis
Lindsay leaves Gus in Brian's care on the weekend of the Leather Ball. Michael is nervous about meeting David's son. Ted takes a walk on the wild side. Brian comes out to his father after he learns that Jack has cancer.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Ryan Cooley (Hank Cameron), Lawrence Dane (Jack Kinney)
- E16 French FriedApr 8, 2001 · 49 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis
Michael and Dr. David disagree about finances; a strange Frenchman moves in with Lindsay and Gus causing a stir; Justin is suspended from school.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Noam Jenkins (Guillaume)
- E17 Solution (How TLFKAM Got Her Name Back)Apr 15, 2001 · 45 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
David and Michael host a high-society fundraiser, but Michael excludes the gang; Lindsay and Guillaume prepare for the big day; Justin continues to be harassed at school.
Guest stars: Sherry Miller (Jennifer Taylor), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Noam Jenkins (Guillaume)
- E18 Surprise KillApr 22, 2001 · 54 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis
Brian discovers David at the baths; Justin finds out his parents are getting a divorce; Ted reconnects with Blake; a hunk from Babylon hits on Michael.
Guest stars: Dean Armstrong (Blake Wyzecki), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Lawrence Dane (Jack Kinney), Lynne Deragon (Joanie Kinney)
- E19 Good Grief!Apr 29, 2001 · 50 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis
In the throes of a hot session Brian gets upsetting news; Daphne asks Justin to be her first time; Ted wants Blake, despite his crystal meth addiction.
Guest stars: Dean Armstrong (Blake Wyzecki), Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Lynne Deragon (Joan Kinney), Jefferson Brown (Stud #1)
- E20 The King of BabylonJun 10, 2001 · 52 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
Who will be crowned King of Babylon? An innocent trip to the mall lands Vic in jail; Brian is beaten at his own game.
Guest stars: Dean Armstrong (Blake Wyzecki), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Stephanie Moore (Cynthia), Salvatore Antonio (Sheba)
- E21 Running to Stand StillJun 17, 2001 · 49 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis
Brian is chosen 'Ad person of the Year' and encouraged to take his talent to the Big Apple; Vic appears in court to plead his case; Blake gets a job; David's ex-wife's divorce takes him to Portland.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Dean Armstrong (Blake Wyzecki), Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Sherry Miller (Jennifer Taylor), Chris Potter (David Cameron)
- E22 Full CircleJun 24, 2001 · 53 min · ★ 8.9
Synopsis
Brian turns 30; Michael and David prepare for their move to Portland; Ted faces the truth about Blake; Justin and Daphne attend their prom where a big surprise awaits; On his way to the airport, Michael receives a call from Brian.
Guest stars: Alec McClure (Chris Hobbs), Dean Armstrong (Blake Wyzecki), Makyla Smith (Daphne Chanders), Chris Potter (David Cameron), Jefferson Brown (Birthday Boy #3)
Cast & crew
Created by Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen
Gale Harold
Randy Harrison
Hal Sparks
Peter Paige
Scott Lowell
Sharon Gless
Alec McClure
Thea Gill
Michelle Clunie
Robert Gant
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kinrich30Aug 30, 2026
The USA remake of a UK original series. This had quite a cast of characters revolving mostly around childhood friends, Brian and Michael, the latter of which had an unresolved crush on the former. It deals with many issues and stereotypes that LGBTQ+ people face. We also see them going through their own relationships and living their lives. There is also a lesbian couple that get an enormous amount of screen time as well. This was more in line with trying to portray a re… Read more
alistic look at the lives of LGBTQ+ people than it was in telling a romance, although there were several of them too, but many of them ran their course throughout the series.
