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This was honestly one of the best Australian shows I've watched. Aside from some small dialogue delivery at the beginning.

I won't go into it too much. But, Episode 9 was killer. I wasn't expecting the emotions. Haven't had that feeling since Game of Thrones and hoping Tyrion would die in every episode that he was in. Anxiety.

Charlie was absolutely fantastic. Everything about his character and what he went through.

Hammer was great, although, my least favourite. He was great and perfectly acted. An amazing scene with his Aunt. You'll know when you watch it.

But, Zeke. He was my favourite. He was a fantastic character played so perfectly. His story, his lows to his rise. It was fantastic. Don't get me started on the parents. I'm a little disappointed they didn't mention Zeke's likeness to Mewtwo from Pokémon the First Movie. Loved that part in the book.

Overall, it was an amazing show and hope Holden writes IB2 and we get a sequel. I need to know what happens to Charlie and Zeke and Hammer in Perth. But, most of all. I want to see how Charlie and Zeke deal with what happened to them.

This show was absolutely amazing, and I highly recommend it to anyone. The storyline and the journeys of the four main characters felt incredibly real and relatable. While some of the dialogue leans into familiar LGBTQ+ TV tropes-occasionally making certain moments feel a bit cliché or cringey-it also rings true to real experiences I've had, which made it deeply personal and impactful.

The core four actors delivered outstanding performances, bringing real depth and complexity to their characters. The writers and cast deserve recognition for portraying queer characters with nuance, something often lacking in similar shows within the genre. They also had a real chemistry with each other that I sometimes find lacking in many gay couples portrayed in TV.

At times, the sex scenes felt somewhat over-the-top and gratuitous, but they also reflected the authentic young gay experience in a way that many viewers, myself included, can relate to. I particularly appreciate the writers' approach to the endings of the two main couples-they avoided pandering to fan service and instead stayed true to the show's raw and authentic tone.

Going into this series, I didn't expect it to evoke such intense emotions, but there was a moment where I genuinely felt my heart break for two of the main characters. The entire cast was impressive, but Joe Klocek (who plays Matt) stood out the most-his phenomenal performance left a lasting impact on me, and I can't stop thinking about it (especially episode 9).

Although some fans are hoping for a second season, I believe the show ended perfectly. Everything wrapped up in a way that felt complete, even if the ending was heartbreaking. I'm still reeling from the emotional impact, but I'd absolutely recommend this series to anyone.

Such a great, heartwarming show. Beautifully written and shot and amazingly acted! It is so bingeable, but it has a lot of depth and emotion. Gay men will definitely relate to the experiences, it will hit home a lot of times, but it's a show that can be enjoyed and appreciated by everyone. It tackles family relationships, homophobia (also internalised) and racism. Maybe it can be a bit predictable , but it doesn't take away anything from the show. I hope it gets a second season, the characters are very loveable. I found this show by sheer luck, and I wonder how many hidden gems like this exist!

This is a raw and real look at what life is like for young, gay Australians.

This is a story of four boys who are fighting against the prejudice, assumptions and societal pressure that can make any one of us invisible.

The humour is outstanding, and you'll find yourself quoting so many of the lines from the show, and the music is phenomenonal. I'm so happy that a new generation is going to be introduced to Nick Cave and Dragonette!

There are some absolutely beautiful and heart-warming moments, as well as some cry-your-eyes-out tragedy, but it's part of a journey that is all too familiar to so many of us.

As well as sexuality, the show deals with themes of First Nations Australians, loneliness, country life and the power our parents can have over our lives.

Make sure the young people in your life get to watch this show, especially if they are asking questions - they need to know the world is not going to end when they start living life as the person they truly are!

This was such a fantastic adaption. I must say both couple had really great chemistry.. but I personally connected to Zeke and Hammer's storyline the most.. The actor who played Hammer truly delivered a gale force performance that was also assisted by the actors playing his aunt and mom. I love how they touched on so many societal issues with his character and the stigma and being part of a minority community in Australia.. a lot of people won't like the ending for one of the couples but I think it made sense.. it did not feel rushed or out of place and I think it was definitely essential to the plot. Fantastic show !!

Invisible Boys is a breathtaking adaptation of Holden Sheppard's novel of the same name. It's not just one of the bravest LGBTQ+ series to come out of Australian TV-it's one of the best.

Told over 10 half-hour episodes, the series follows four closeted boys coming of age in the rough, coastal mining town of Geraldton, Western Australia. Each episode peels back the layers of their lives, revealing the raw reality of growing up gay in a place where masculinity is rigid, and acceptance feels out of reach.

Joe Klocek delivers a beautifully understated performance as Matt, a farm boy so deeply in denial he's hiding his sexuality even from himself. Joseph Zada, a relative newcomer, steals the show as Charlie, the rowdy goth with a defiant edge but a vulnerable core. Ayden Calafiore, known from Australia's Got Talent, shines as Zeke, the sharp-witted, no-nonsense nerd who refuses to be anyone's victim. Pia Miranda is a standout as his mother-playing a homophobic, sharp-tongued force of nature whose refusal to accept her son's truth is as heartbreaking as it is infuriating. Rounding out the group is Zach Blampied, whose portrayal of Hammer-the footy jock with a tender First Nations storyline-adds another layer of depth to this powerful ensemble.

The soundtrack is a pitch-perfect blend of Australian icons like Nick Cave, The Presets, and Kylie Minogue, adding emotional weight to every scene.

While the series is aimed at young adults, this is definitely not one to watch with the family-there are some graphic sex scenes that leave little to the imagination. But that rawness is part of what makes Invisible Boys so compelling.

Though viewers from all walks of life will find something to connect with, it's gay men who will likely see their younger selves reflected in one-or all-of the four boys. Parents and friends of LGBTQ+ people will also recognize familiar struggles in the supporting cast.

Like the novel, the story is driven by the boys' alternating narrations, weaving their individual journeys into a shared experience. Their paths collide in ways both tender and devastating, building toward a gripping final stretch-the last three episodes, in particular, hit like a gut punch and will stay with you long after the credits roll.

Invisible Boys is more than just a coming-of-age story-it's a fearless, unforgettable triumph.

Holden Sheppard's novel Invisible Boys is likely the most moving and relatable book for many Aussie gay guys (especially if you grew up in a regional town).

Whether or not you have read the book - do yourself a favour and watch this TV show.

The adaptation is brilliant. It stays true to the overall narrative of the book, but has some fantastic additions too - such as the unintended impact of the same sex marriage vote on LGBTIQ+ kids, intersecting with the continued struggles of the aboriginal community, and delving deeper into isolation and mental health for men in the bush.

This adaptation is incredibly brave, highlighting the highs and lows of queer teenage life, without shying away from the awkwardness and messiness - something that we haven't seen in mainstream TV, both in Aus or abroad. Real life isn't Hollywood!

This is for all ages (MA15+ of course) - whether you're going through it now, have been through it in the past, or you're just human. There is so much to relate to with this show.

Thank you to Nicholas Verso for brining this to life so beautifully, and of course, to Holden! Joseph, Aydan, Zach and Joe, you really embodied Charlie, Zeke, Hammer and Matt. It means a lot to everyone who has connected so deeply to the characters via the book. Very grateful.

Growing up gay will probably never be easy or simple, but the more we are able to see ourselves in books and on screens, the better things will be for future generations of queer kids.

"I felt less alone knowing you were here."

This show was absolutely incredible It truly captures the heart of so many issues from homophobia to family pressures to race it truly was incredible and so well crafted.

Pia plays such an incredible role !

The stories in this series make you just cry and laugh and feel all the emotions ! It's so raw and real and it has made me so proud to be an Aussie ! I wish there would have been a show like this when I was younger to help me realise so many things.

Congratulations to all the cast and crew you should be so proud ! I cried like a baby at the end of this and I hope there will be a season 2.

We definetly need more tv shows like this. The heartbreak and the joy, the portratization of being queer and ignored(invisible), the frustrations we go through.

This series literally filled my heart. It destroyed it too, a bit. I was on the edge of my seat while watching the boys' story give real insight of what it is really like to be queer in a small town, and not just that. "Invisible boys" shows what is like to be just human, to be a mother, to be a friend, a lover or a fiancée, to literally just exist. We often feel stuck to a place, unable to move(away or on), and this series portrays it perfectly. It is not just the LGBTQ+ experience that is described with both beauty and sorrow, but the universal experience of being human and what it means to love, to love yourself or others.

I think the actors did a wonderful job fitting into the roles of Charlie, Zeke, Hammer and Matt. I felt and cried with them. And their story, their individual stories and their love stories, they just made me want them all to be happy. And I dearly hope that this tv show will get international recognition and praise, so I can dare to imagine we someday we will also get a 2nd season, to see how the boys are coping to their brand new lives.

Initially, I wasn't terribly excited to watch this as the marketing made me think I was in for a "Twilight-esque" vampire, teen-fan fiction series.

Noticing the incredible cast attached, I knew I had to give it a go.

I'm THRILLED to say, this series far exceeded my expectations.

What SHOULD be marketed as "An honest"/ "emotional", Outback, "Rural Australian Story at a significant turning-point in history": I was engrossed from the first episode.

"Australia's next 'Holding The Man'."

Simply, this is the coming-out story of 4 teenagers residing in the small mining town of Geralton, Western Australia.

In 2017, as Australian's went to vote on Marriage Equality, this series highlights a snapshot of genuine relationships, family dynamics, acceptance and sometimes harsh disapproval of those around them.

Never shying away from hard-hitting topics (including mental health, loss, acceptance and racism), Episode 9 "Bees" saw me flooded with emotion's with a backstory I never saw coming.

I truly hope every queer kid out there has an "Aunty Doris" or "Sister-in-law Nat" (Elaine Crombie & Joanna Tu) who has their back.

Stan: This NEEDS a better marketing campaign, but 100% must been seen!

I started watching Invisible Boys without prior knowledge of the book. For some, reading the book first might be beneficial. For this review, I'm focusing solely on the televised series.

The small mining town in WA felt like an unlikely setting, and the demographics didn't quite add up. A larger city might have been a more believable backdrop for the story. The town's supposed demographics felt unrealistic, with an overwhelming prevalence of gay males among the young population, while young females and older residents appeared uniformly straight. This imbalance, combined with casting choices that saw noticeably mature actors play younger characters, affected the portrayal and mannerisms of the characters. The poor dialogue scripts didn't help, often feeling unnatural, disjointed, and forced.

Unfortunately, the show's reliance on shock value felt misguided, often coming across as comical and silly, detracting from the narrative rather than adding depth. We had a great story to tell, but the direction was overshadowed by ridiculous and unrealistic moments - such as repetitive implausible scenes of explosive release, inauthentic genuine believable actors portrayal of explorations of sexuality, and scripted moments inconsistent and conflicts with the characters' inner turmoil. It felt like a desperate cry for visual attention rather than genuine storytelling.

The story felt like a series of disconnected chapters, with cardboard-like characters going through the motions. To truly resonate with viewers, the series needed to create a more meaningful connection with the characters, allowing the audience to invest in their emotional journeys over the course of the season.

Despite its shortcomings, Invisible Boys still offers a compelling narrative with potential for resonance. Although the execution didn't quite gel with me, the series tackles important themes that deserve attention. Your own experiences and perspectives may help you connect with the characters and storylines. For others, if you enjoy stories about identity, community, and resilience, I recommend watching this Australian series - flaws and all.

This is one of the best Australian television series focusing on gay men and it needs to be seen by everyone. Set in the remote town of Geraldton, during the time of the gay marriage vote in Australia; it centres around the feelings and emotions of guys with brutal honesty and integrity. Whether you're gay or not, you can't help riding the emotional roller coaster with each of these characters. The performances are truly inspiring and endearing. All the actors do their parts so well. Pia Miranda who portrays a stereotypical homophonic matriarch is so good that she made me seethe with rage whenever she spoke her slurs.

This stunning series packs a punch and a half.

Australian cinema is a world unto its own. Raw, honest, unpredictable and often exceptional.

There's nothing to criticise here - it ticks every box.

This series connects a series of seperate storylines to spin its magic and what magic it spins! It presents the reality of Gay life for so many young people in a raw and brutal style that might shock conservative cinephiles and homophobes which is to its credit. The honesty of each storyline is fully engaging thanks to a brilliant script based on a novel and outstanding acting and direction.

Invisible Boys is simply the most stunning series yet to tell Gay stories.

STAN TV needs to be congratulated for producing this truly sensational mini series.

Highly recommended.

Honestly, this is hands down the best queer TV series I've ever seen. It's raw, heartbreaking, hilarious, and deeply moving all at once. The characters feel so real, and the storytelling is brave in how it tackles complex issues without sugarcoating them. What makes it so powerful is how uniquely Australian it is-set in regional WA, it gives voice to the queer experiences that often go unseen or unheard. I truly hope this reaches young queer people in the country who need to feel less alone. It's the kind of show that stays with you long after the credits roll. And the Kylie dancing scene? That one hit me right in the heart-it was such a simple, joyful moment, and it made me smile from ear to ear. We need more stories like this.

This Australian series follows gay teens in country town Western Australia. These are coming of age stories for gay young people that carefully represent Aboriginality, queerness, and identity. There are touching moments of tragedy, love and intimacy. Throughout the series, you connect with the characters and root for them. The exploration of visibility and masculinity somehow avoids a lot of the cringe factor that Aussie dramas can fall into. This is a series set before marriage equality in 2017 but relevant now and likely to be revisited be queer young Australians needing to see themselves on screen.

This series is incredibly well-made. It's rare for me to be so drawn to an Australian drama, but they really hit the mark with this one. From the very start, it's clear that this series stands out as something special. It's deeply authentic and relatable, making it easy to connect with. As someone who's gay, I found myself resonating with many of the experiences portrayed in the story. It's not just about the gay experience-it captures universal emotions and struggles that anyone can relate to.

I laughed, I cried, and I was thoroughly entertained from beginning to end. The show balances humor and emotional depth so well, and it's impossible not to get caught up in the journey of the characters. The four main characters were simply outstanding in their performances, each bringing something unique and engaging to the table. But what impressed me even more was how every single character, from the main ones to the supporting cast, had depth and richness. There wasn't a single character that felt out of place or underdeveloped.

Just watch pls. An emotional tale of identity, sexuality and suicide derived from personal experience about three teenage boys who struggle to come to terms with their homosexuality in a small Western Australian town. On the surface, nerd Zeke, punk Charlie and footy wannabe Hammer look like they have nothing in common. But scratch that surface and you'd find three boys in the throes of coming to terms with their homosexuality in a town where it is invisible. Invisible Boys is a raw, confronting YA novel that explores the complexities and trauma of rural gay identity with painful honesty, devastating consequences and, ultimately, hope.

There hasn't been that many great TV series in this caliber and specific target audience. They always overdo it or underdo it with cheap clichés or terrible budgets. However, Invisible Boys has the best direction, acting and storytelling I have experienced in ages. It's real and relatable. It will bring you from laughter to tears. It nails the struggle with society norms vs coming out right where it hurts, that unspoken shame and inner struggle every man face. They did it so well, and the cast is spectacular. If you came here to see if it's worth watching after always being disappointed by recent modern gay cinema... I would say stop everything you're doing and switch on your TV. It's definitely worth it and everything but disappointing.

Not a fantasy, not a tragedy.

Fire ignites, it burns, it glows, It warms us as ember flows.

You feel it, I feel it, heart alive, Ashes remain on the eve.

They doused the bonfire, In the coldest night.

Yet, in my heart, it rekindles; Fire eternal.

The personalities of each character are amazingly well-formed, not only just the four boys but all the family members and friends. The stories in the series are so enticing, I'm kept fully engaged. Seeing their struggles and joys with family and friends, and their craziness and impulsiveness in what they do; somewhat insane but totally relatable.

Love this show, would definitely recommend.

My Review -Invisible Boys Streaming on Stan My Rating. 9/10

This amazing 10 part series begins with a warning that there are extreme sexual content that may offend some viewers.

I find it amusing that LGBTQI viewers have watched endless heterosexual sexual content for decades without any such warning apart from the usual MA rating .

Anora the Oscar winning movie of this year has a 15plus rating and the sexually explicit scenes in that movie are no more explicit than in Invisible Boys they're just heterosexual.

The scenes viewers are warned about are not gratuitous and vital to tell the story the explicit language is no worse than I've heard in any other series and actually adds to the authenticity of the issues depicted but yes if explicit language or LGBTQ lifestyle issues offend you Invisible Boys may not be suitable for your taste.

Invisible Boys is a high quality Australian television series produced by Asphodel Films and Feisty Dame Productions based on the book by Ty Holden Sheppard .

Set in Geraldton Western Australia the series timeline is 2017 and takes place during Australia's 2017 same-sex marriage plebiscite.

Invisible Boys explores the challenges faced by a group of gay teens and their friends in the remote coastal city of Geraldton, Western Australia . Charlie played to perfection by Joseph Zada is outed on social media following an encounter with a married man.

As they form a tight-knit friendship, the boys find solace and support in one another, exploring their desires and identities in a world that often renders them invisible.

It's a splendid cast that includes Joseph Zada as Charlie Roth a loveable punk rebel looking for affection mostly in the wrong places .

I hope Joseph Zada wins or at least is nominated for an AACTA Award he deserves to be.

Joe Klocek as Matt Jones is also impressive as the complex son of a farmer who captures Charlie's heart .

Aydan Calafiore is so good as Zeke Calogero the son of Italian parents Sam and Anna Collyer played by Pia Miranda (Looking for Alibrandi).

Zach Blampied as Kade 'Hammer' Hammersmith is a football hero with indigenous parents who captures the affection of Zeke .

The whole ensemble cast is impressive in this series and the cinematography by Jason Hargreaves shows the Western Australian landscape to perfection.

Invisible Boys like the equally impressive British Series Heartstopper which I rated a 10/10 also focuses on the coming of age journey that many LGBTQ teens still have to manoeuvre when trying to find friendships, solace and understanding from parents and peers alike often experiencing bullying and alienation.

Heartstopper is lighter with more humour than Invisible Boys which in my opinion is more authentic in its dramatic content.

I applaud the producers and storytellers who bring these stories to our television screens especially when the quality is so obvious I wish we had these stories of acceptance when I was a teenager.

Note - The sequel to Holden Sheppard's novel "Invisible Boys" is titled "Yeah the Boys" and won the $50,000 Minderoo Artist Fund Award for 2025 so hopefully there will be a second series.