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Queer as Folk

Name: Queer as Folk
Genre: Drama
Released: 2000-12-03
Rating: 8.3

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2000

5 Seasons

83 Episodes

Ended

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About

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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Cast

Gale Harold

as Brian Kinney

Randy Harrison

as Justin Taylor

Hal Sparks

as Michael Novotny

Peter Paige

as Emmett Honeycutt

Scott Lowell

as Ted Schmidt

Sharon Gless

as Debbie Novotny

Alec McClure

as Chris Hobbs

Thea Gill

as Lindsay Peterson

Michelle Clunie

as Melanie Marcus

Robert Gant

as Ben Bruckner

Jack Wetherall

as Vic Grassi

Edgar George

as Monty

Seasons

Season 1

22 episodes2000

Focusing on the loves, careers, ambitions and relationships of a group of gay men and women, "Queer As Folk" is the critically-acclaimed and controversial series everyone's been talking about. Follow the lives of Brian, Michael, Emmett, Ted and their friends in this compelling and graphically-realistic drama filled with strong dialogue, witty comedy, and provocatively sexual detail.

Season 2

20 episodes2002

The second season of the groundbreaking and critically-acclaimed series continues to follow the lives of Brian, Michael, Justin, Emmett, Ted, Melanie and Lindsay and their friends, families and lovers. Emotions and passions swirl around this group of gay men and women as they deal with the struggles and joys of life and love. A compelling blend of graphic sexual scenes with strong dialogue and witty comedy, "Queer As Folk" remains a controversial yet provocative and ultimately intriguing drama.

Season 3

14 episodes2003

Season three picks up where season two left off. Brian adjusts to his new life while Michael and Ben face the complexities of an HIV positive/negative relationship. Ted and Emmett discover that best friends can become lovers, but even with an extensive history between them, they’ve still got a lot to discover about each other. Melanie and Lindsay make a major decision that will impact the shape of their family.

Season 4

14 episodes2004

The fourth season finds Brian, now broke and unemployed, attempting to rebuild his life. Michael returns to Pittsburgh to fight for custody of Hunter with Ben. Justin joins a vigilante group where he discovers his buried anger. Also, as Ted progresses into his sobriety, Emmett deals with the fallout from their breakup. And Melanie and Lindsay await the birth of their second child.

Season 5

13 episodes2005

The fifth season begins with Justin living in Hollywood indefinitely, causing Brian to turn his attention to a risky real estate investment, Babylon. His club-going lifestyle becomes an issue with Michael and Ben, who are considering a life in the suburbs. Melanie and Lindsay surprise everyone with the news of their split, and enter into an intense three-way battle with Michael over the custody of their daughter. And Ted fights aging with an extreme makeover.

Episodes

Season 1

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Premiere

Dec 3, 200048m8.8

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.

Queer, There and Everywhere

Dec 3, 200045m7.7

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.

No Bris, No Shirt, No Service

Dec 10, 200046m7.9

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.

Ted's Not Dead

Dec 17, 200051m7.7

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.

Now Approaching... the Line

Jan 7, 200150m7.7

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.

The Art of Desperation

Jan 21, 200149m7.7

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.

Smells Like Codependence

Jan 28, 200145m7.7

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.

Babylon Boomerang

Feb 4, 200149m7.8

Justin's father attacks Brian outside Babylon; Michael gets a promotion at work; Justin moves in with Brian.

Where does Queer as Folk rank today?

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About Queer as Folk

“You know you want it.”

Queer as Folk Cast and Characters

The cast features Gale Harold (as Brian Kinney), Randy Harrison (as Justin Taylor), Hal Sparks (as Michael Novotny), Peter Paige (as Emmett Honeycutt), and Scott Lowell (as Ted Schmidt). Their performances are a major reason Queer as Folk has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Queer as Folk

There's a reason Queer as Folk keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

Frequently Asked Questions about Queer as Folk

Where can I watch Queer as Folk online for free?

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How many episodes does Queer as Folk have?

Queer as Folk has 83 episodes across 5 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.

Is Queer as Folk good? What's the rating?

Queer as Folk holds a 8.3/10 rating based on 528 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of Queer as Folk?

The main cast includes Gale Harold, Randy Harrison, Hal Sparks, and Peter Paige, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Queer as Folk available in Inglés?

Yes — Queer as Folk was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Queer as Folk released?

Queer as Folk first aired in 2000.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Queer as Folk for free?

You can watch Queer as Folk online for free on CineFlixo. All 83 episodes across 5 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.

How many seasons and episodes does Queer as Folk have?

Queer as Folk currently has 5 seasons and a total of 83 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.

What is Queer as Folk about?

In which language is Queer as Folk originally available?

Queer as Folk was originally produced in English. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was Queer as Folk first released?

Queer as Folk first premiered on December 3, 2000 (2000). The series has since concluded its run.