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Queer as Folk

  • TV Series
  • 2000–2005
  • 16
  • 45m
IMDb RATING
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Sharon Gless, Hal Sparks, Michelle Clunie, Robert Gant, Thea Gill, Gale Harold, Randy Harrison, Scott Lowell, and Peter Paige in Queer as Folk (2000)
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Brash humor and genuine emotion make up this series revolving around the lives, loves, ambitions, careers and friendships of a group of gay men and women living on Liberty Avenue in contempo... Read allBrash humor and genuine emotion make up this 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.Brash humor and genuine emotion make up this 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.

  • Creators
    • Ron Cowen
    • Daniel Lipman
    • Russell T. Davies
  • Stars
    • Gale Harold
    • Hal Sparks
    • Randy Harrison
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.5/10
    23K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,173
    760
    • Creators
      • Ron Cowen
      • Daniel Lipman
      • Russell T. Davies
    • Stars
      • Gale Harold
      • Hal Sparks
      • Randy Harrison
    • 179User reviews
    • 9Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 8 wins & 34 nominations total

    Episodes83

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    Gale Harold
    Gale Harold
    • Brian Kinney
    • 2000–2005
    Hal Sparks
    Hal Sparks
    • Michael Novotny
    • 2000–2005
    Randy Harrison
    Randy Harrison
    • Justin Taylor
    • 2000–2005
    Michelle Clunie
    Michelle Clunie
    • Melanie Marcus
    • 2000–2005
    Thea Gill
    Thea Gill
    • Lindsay Peterson
    • 2000–2005
    Scott Lowell
    Scott Lowell
    • Ted Schmidt
    • 2000–2005
    Peter Paige
    Peter Paige
    • Emmett Honeycutt
    • 2000–2005
    Sharon Gless
    Sharon Gless
    • Debbie…
    • 2000–2005
    Robert Gant
    Robert Gant
    • Professor Ben Bruckner
    • 2002–2005
    Jack Wetherall
    • Vic Grassi
    • 2000–2004
    Diane Higgins
    • Passerby
    • 2000–2005
    Sherry Miller
    Sherry Miller
    • Jennifer Taylor
    • 2000–2005
    Makyla Smith
    • Daphne Chanders
    • 2000–2005
    Harris Allan
    Harris Allan
    • James 'Hunter' Montgomery
    • 2003–2005
    Stephanie Moore
    • Cynthia
    • 2000–2005
    Logan Hoover
    Logan Hoover
    • Gus Peterson-Marcus…
    • 2003–2005
    Kegan Hoover
    Kegan Hoover
    • Gus Peterson-Marcus…
    • 2003–2005
    Peter MacNeill
    Peter MacNeill
    • Detective Carl Horvath
    • 2002–2005
    • Creators
      • Ron Cowen
      • Daniel Lipman
      • Russell T. Davies
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    toriti

    opening one's eyes...

    It's about time that filmmakers created a series that doesn't revolve around the trivial and comic relationships of heterosexual couples - many of the sitcoms these days seem to have that theme in there somewhere do they not? It's controversial, often quite graphic and rarely comic - it's an adult 'soap opera' with alot more content than your average. Apart from anything else, Queer As Folk has thrown a revealing light onto the trials and tribulations of gay relationships - proving to those unfamiliar with the subject that they are not relationships that should be ridiculed or discriminated against. Regardless of the moral merits, it's just a really good series. The acting is great and the storyline keeps you watching week after week. The series explores numerous relationships that all differ in some way or another - yet in many ways they are also very much alike. This series can be enjoyed by anyone, despite some of the reviews I've read in the past. In fact, I'd encourage anyone to try it out at least once - you may be presently suprised.
    mermatt

    Hot and funny

    It's always fashionable to negatively critique US versions of British material, but I am not always into that fashion.

    I loved the first two episodes of this Americanized QUEER AS FOLK. It certainly follows the plot of the British version (so far at least). Yet the pace is more leisurely since the US version takes 45 minutes to do what was done in 30 minutes on the British version.

    The US version is also easier to understand -- and it's not just the fact that we aren't getting the British slang in quickly-spoken thick British accents. Maybe it's the more leisurely pace that makes the plot easier to follow.

    Hal Sparks has a wonderful dead-pan dry humor as the narrator, Michael. Randy Harrison is sweet as Justin, the newly-out teenager. When he was rejected by his dream-man Brian, his pain looked genuine and touching.

    Even though the opening narration indicates "It's all about sex," the show is actually about more than that. The narrator is referring to the fact that gay night life in trendy bars is "all about sex," but we see in Michael and Justin the reality of people searching for a sense of connection in a world that doesn't offer a lot of connection -- especially for gay people.

    While the British version was only 8 episodes with a 2 hour finale (which I found disappointing), this US version promises to begin with 22 episodes and possibly go on from there. I look forward to the future developments. So far, I see nothing to complain about.
    10Rogue-32

    Best of Show(time)

    QAF is, in my opinion, the best cable TV series of all time (since Rude Awakening is off the air). Kudos to Showtime for having the courage to put it on. The most important reason this show works is because of THE ACTORS, who are all superb, creating 3-dimensional characters that you care about, deeply, week after week. It's impossible to imagine any different actors in the main roles, in fact - the true sign of brilliant casting. This is the only show on television, cable or network, that I watch religiously and I couldn't be any more thrilled that it's been renewed for another 2 seasons.

    Added on August 8th (a day after the series finale aired) - Just wanted to say that this show has changed television forever, not just because it pushed the envelope - actually, it EXPLODED the envelope - but also because of all the lives it touched, informed and/or changed. This show crossed all barriers, appealing to every kind of viewer, thanks to the beautifully written characters, magnificently realized by the superb cast, and I for one am sad to see it end, this once-in-a-lifetime bold and redemptive journey.
    nolanjwerner

    TV Masterpiece

    What can I say about the show? It has incredible characterisation (capable of drawing even a straight man into the lives of the characters), beautiful cinematography, great acting and compelling writing. I have seen the first two seasons and I am currently watching the third on VHS because I lost showtime in the process. I have 3 episodes left of season 3 and, barring a few rather flagrant showings of male nudity (which although arguably contextually appropriate did seem a bit over the top), the shows have continued the quality of the first two seasons. What is great about the show is the fact that you really do care what happens to the characters, you can see an element of yourself in them (well maybe not all of them but you can find something in at least one of the characters that you relate to--I really relate to Ted myself, particularly in the middle of the first season and most of the third season). The show has tackled a lot of touchy topics (HIV, gay marriages, homophobic politicians) and, barring Emmett's brief fling with quack therapy in an attempt to be straight, they have been dealt with in a thoughtful, intelligent and sensitive manner (although how can you deal with reparative therapy seriously?), and, in a real stretch, showing that the gay community has its own flaws, which i think is what really sets the show apart, it says that the gay community isn't perfect and the gay characters aren't perfect.

    And even though all my straight friends who have never seen the show may laugh and ask me if I have started to play for the other team, I will continue to watch as long as the quality is kept up like this. Besides Six Feet Under, Monk and MI-5, this is one of the few shows I would go out of my way to see. Bring on season 4 and let Ben die already (the second part is only a personal opinion, I just never cared for his character although I think Robert Gant does an excellent job of portraying him, I would rather have seen Michael with David).

    And I have seen the second series of the British version and, loath as I am as an anglophile and a purist to say it, the American version has gone further then the British series (although in all fairness they have had a lot more episodes to explore the characters). My only beef is that Gale Harold may seem cold and rather like a jerk (since a stronger term may be censored but one is definately implied), Aidan Gillen was creepy. Gale was the kid in high school that was popular although he never really liked anyone while Aidan was that guy who you would see somewhere and he would just creep you out yet you couldn't take your eyes off him. Two totally different characters and I think one works better for a miniseries and the other works better for a regular series.
    10salmineo

    BEST SHOW ON TV!

    Before I begin, I am a 35 year old guy who tried to supress my homosexual feelings until May of this year. Now I have slowly been coming out and experiancing my true self,and "Queer as Folk" really is inspirational in hitting so many issues in the Gay society. As sexually active as some of the main characters are they always use a condom and make a point of saying so. The show came around at a great time for me, as I am still new to gay culture and want to become part of the culture, and this series,QAF really gave me glimpses of it, and I am ready to start exploring the many gay bars down in Santa Monica Blvd and perhaps meet some cool friends, or something more? Anyhow, this show is the smartest soap opera type show, gay or not, because it makes you think about things! It makes issues of very relevant topics. ANd the actors are amazing. Especially Gale Harold, as the sexy, manipulative, self serving Brian Kinny, who's portrayal is so ruthless and emotionless at times, the actor manages to sometimes show a very human, soft loving side that Brian trys to keep hidden. Hall Sparks also is another big reason to watch. He gives his character of Micheal such warmth and compassion and sincerity. Any gay guy would love to have a best friend like Micheal. And the chemistry between Brian and Micheal is undeniable. This is the best series on TV! And thanks QAF for giving me a much needed spark of interest to actively pursue the gay culture and be true to myself....

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    • Trivia
      Executive producers Ron Cowen and Daniel Lipman said they encountered an extreme amount of homophobia from other Hollywood industry professionals, during the pre-production and casting process for this television series.
    • Goofs
      There is a hexagon shaped window on the wall between Debbie's front door and the stairs that lead upstairs. In season 1 this window was clear and you could see 'daylight' coming through it. In subsequent seasons the glass panes of this window were covered in gay pride colors and had a non-see-through look. When you see the outside porch and front door of Debbie's house, her house is a semi-detached home with the other half of the house attached to the wall that has the window.
    • Quotes

      Brian Kinney: [whispers in his ear] I love you.

      Justin: [sighs]

      Brian Kinney: I love you.

    • Crazy credits
      "Queer As Folk is a celebration of the lives and passions of a group of gay friends. It is not meant to reflect all of gay society."
    • Connections
      Featured in Prom Fight: The Marc Hall Story (2002)
    • Soundtracks
      Spunk
      (Main Title Theme)

      Written by Don Pyle & Andrew Zealley

      Performed by Greek Buck

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    • Release date
      • September 26, 2002 (France)
    • Countries of origin
      • Canada
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official Site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Q.A.F.
    • Filming locations
      • 6 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada(Brian's Loft exterior)
    • Production companies
      • Cowlip Productions
      • Tony Jonas Productions
      • Showtime Networks
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    • Runtime
      45 minutes
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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