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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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Queer as Folk is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Paramount+, Paramount+ (Via Amazon Prime), Paramount+ (Via Apple TV), YouTube TV, Fubo, and Pluto TV in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
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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Episode 1
After spending all his money getting Stockwell defeated, Brian is at a crossroads about his future; Michael and Hunter return home to face the custody hearing.
Directed by Kelly MakinWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel LipmanGuest stars Dean Armstrong, Harris Allan, Sherry Miller, Marnie McPhail, Carlo Rota, Gary Brennan
Episode 2
Brian starts his own ad agency; Ted graduates from rehab with Blake by his side; Michael and Emmett go on a retreat; Justin decides to join a gay vigilante group.
Directed by Jeremy PodeswaWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Michael MacLennan, Michael MacLennanGuest stars Dean Armstrong, Harris Allan, Mitch Morris, Carlo Rota, Stephanie Moore, Anthony J. Mifsud
Episode 3
Justin finds himself risking his life with the Pink Posse; Avoiding his friends, Ted finds work as a waiter; Vic decides to move in with Rodney, leaving Debbie alone.
Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Brad Fraser, Brad FraserGuest stars Dean Armstrong, Harris Allan, Makyla Smith, Sherry Miller, Mitch Morris, Gary Brennan, Daniel Chen
Episode 4
Justin finds Cody becoming too violent; Brian hires Ted at his new agency; Mel struggles with an important case; Hunter's social worker arrives unannounced.
Directed by Kevin InchWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Del Shores, Del ShoresGuest stars Harris Allan, Mitch Morris, Stephanie Moore, Daniel Chen
Episode 5
Debbie feels left out of Vic's new life; Ben asks Michael for an honest opinion of his new book; Cody challenges Justin to confront his violent side.
Directed by Kelly MakinWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Shawn Postoff, Shawn PostoffGuest stars Alec McClure, Harris Allan, Makyla Smith, Mitch Morris, Stephanie Moore, Gary Brennan, PJ DeBoy
Episode 6
Debbie and Vic have words over his new life, which ends in tragedy; Michael and Justin receive good news about 'Rage'; Brian is told some devastating news.
Directed by Bruce McDonaldWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Michael MacLennan, Michael MacLennanGuest stars Dean Armstrong, Harris Allan, Stephanie Moore, Gary Brennan, Robin Thomas
Episode 7
Debbie continues to be numb over Vic's death; Ted falls into old habits when Blake tries to break it off with him; Brian is diagnosed with testicular cancer.
Directed by Alex ChappleWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Brad Fraser, Brad FraserGuest stars Dean Armstrong, Harris Allan, Sherry Miller, Stephanie Moore, Gary Brennan, Marvin Ishmael
Episode 8
Brian continues to keep his illness to himself; Debbie tries to re-connect with Horvath; Justin and Michael hear a pitch from a Hollywood producer about 'Rage'.
Directed by Bruce McDonaldWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Del Shores, Del ShoresGuest stars Harris Allan, Peter MacNeill, Stephanie Moore, Robin Thomas, Mike Shara
Episode 9
Emmett gets mixed messages from a pro-football player; Jealous over Michael's success, Ben finds sympathy from a former student; Justin discovers Brian's illness.
Directed by Kevin InchWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Shawn Postoff, Shawn PostoffGuest stars Harris Allan, Peter MacNeill, Matt Battaglia, Stephanie Moore, Robin Thomas
Episode 10
Brian continues to deal with radiation treatment; Ben is tempted when a former student shows interest in him; Sam and Lindsay struggle with their mutual attraction.
Directed by John FawcettWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Michael MacLennan, Michael MacLennanGuest stars Harris Allan, Matt Battaglia, Stephanie Moore, Robin Thomas, Lynne Deragon
Episode 11
Brian fund-raises for the gay center; Emmett and Drew continue their affair; Sam is ready to fight for Lindsay; Ben and Michael have suspicions about Hunter.
Directed by Thom BestWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Del Shores, Del ShoresGuest stars Harris Allan, Peter MacNeill, Matt Battaglia, Robin Thomas
Episode 12
Brian participates in the Liberty Ride; Hunter tells Callie about his status; Emmett is unsure about his affair with Drew; Mel and Lindsay contemplate a separation.
Directed by Kelly MakinWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Brad Fraser, Brad FraserGuest stars Harris Allan, Matt Battaglia, Maggie Huculak, Stephen Amell, Rae Ellen Bodie
Episode 13
Preparations for the Liberty Ride get underway; Mel is confined to bed rest for the rest of her pregnancy; Justin is invited to Hollywood to pitch 'Rage'.
Directed by Michael DeCarloWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen, Daniel Lipman, Shawn Postoff, Shawn PostoffGuest stars Harris Allan, Peter MacNeill, Maggie Huculak, Clinton Walker, Mike Shara, Adam J. Harrington, Stephen Amell
Episode 14
Michael and Ben have trouble crossing into the U.S. as a married couple. Ted and Emmett get lost in the woods on the way to a 12-step meeting, while Brian takes a nasty fall and breaks his collarbone. Melanie goes into labor. 'Rage' is given the green light.
Directed by Kelly MakinWritten by Ron Cowen, Daniel LipmanGuest stars Harris Allan, Peter MacNeill, Maggie Huculak, Gary Brennan, Clinton Walker, Mike Shara, Adam J. Harrington
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Gale HaroldBrian Kinney
Randy HarrisonJustin Taylor
Hal SparksMichael Novotny
Peter PaigeEmmett Honeycutt
Scott LowellTed Schmidt
Sharon GlessDebbie Novotny
Alec McClureChris Hobbs
Thea GillLindsay Peterson
ShowtimeUnited States
Showtime NetworksUnited States
Temple Street ProductionsCanada
Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
