Streaming Queer: September 2022
September's queer streaming offering provides the perfect last dance for summer with a playful take on a dating show and a magical live-action retelling of a childhood classic, while easing us into the spooky fall vibes with teenage vampires, horror-fan entrepreneurs, and charmingly haunted B&Bs. We've got queer love stories, queer heroes of all kinds, and lots of laughter to fill your screens this month.
"Pinocchio"
This is the more wholesome, family-friendly version of two live-action retellings of the iconic tale releasing this year. The hopeful journey of a puppet who wants to be a "real boy" features out actors Luke Evans as The Coachman and Cynthia Erivo as the majestic, sparkling Blue Fairy, alongside Tom Hanks, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Keegan-Michael Key.
"Pinocchio" streams September 8 on Disney+
"Who Likes My Follower" Season 1
This is a playful, modern twist on a reality dating show! "Who Likes My Follower" has influencers coaching one of their followers to find success in the dating world, "hoping to trade digital likes for real-life love." The trailer features an incredibly catchy theme song and several queer kisses, already confirming that it's gonna be filled with queer shenanigans.
"Who Likes My Follower" premieres September 8 on Netflix.
"End of the Road"
Out actor and absolute icon Queen Latifah stars alongside action-comedy star Chris "Ludacris" Bridges in this cross-country road trip thriller that detours into danger when they witness a murder and steal money from the crime scene. It's a high-stakes action film that turns a family road trip into a race for their lives.
"End of the Road" streams September 9 on Netflix.
"American Gigolo" Season 1
This glamorous present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film "American Gigolo" follows Julian Kaye (Jon Bernthal) as he navigates life after a wrongful conviction and imprisonment for murder. Out actor Rosie O'Donnell plays the detective on a mission to uncover the truth behind the murder that sent Julian to prison 15 years ago, revealing a conspiracy in the process.
"American Gigolo" premieres September 9 on Showtime.
"Merlí: Sapere Aude" Season 2
"Merlí: Sapere Aude" is a beautifully open-minded coming-of-age series about college students of philosophy who find community while exploring ideas of independence and freedom. They drink, they dance, and they discuss the meaning of life. The first season saw protagonist Pol Rubio (Carlos Cuevas) experiment with, and finally acknowledge, his bisexuality. Season 2 is set to be another exciting, emotional journey for him and his classmates.
"Merlí: Sapere Aude" Season 2 streams September 9 on Netflix
"Monarch" Season 1
There's nothing quite like the high-stakes visceral drama of a wealthy family arguing over their empire. Susan Sarandon stars as the matriarch of "Monarch's" "first family of country music" and a woman determined to protect the dynasty she's built. Queer singer-songwriter Beth Ditto stars alongside Anna Friel. The two portray ambitious, talented sisters fighting for their place at the top of the lucrative, cut-throat business.
"The Come Up" Season 1
This docuseries follows a vibrant group of talented young people as they hustle to build a name for themselves and thrive as creatives in New York. The daring, diverse cast doing the most to break into the fashion and entertainment industries includes nonbinary model Fernando Casablancas, trans actress Claude Shwartz, and queer nightlife staple and trans woman Ebon Gore.
"The Come Up" premieres September 13 on Hulu
"Heartbreak High" Season 1
Who can resist the pull of another Netflix show filled with messy teen drama, genuine mistakes, and neon-lit sexploits? Not me! The streamer's latest, titled "Heartbreak High," is set at a diverse Australian highschool where a detailed record of everyone's hookup history is revealed in spectacular fashion. As a result, longstanding friendships unravel, new school policies are enforced, and social chaos ensues.
"Heartbreak High" streams September 14 on Netflix
"Vampire Academy"
This television adaptation of a bestselling young adult fantasy novel (and fresh take on the movie starring Zoey Deutch) centers around a fierce friendship between two teenage girls; one a princess, the other sworn to protect her. It's a story filled with action, loyalty, and romance. There's monarchy drama, vampire neck-biting, shirtless men, and a sapphic kiss in the trailer, so we can't wait to see what seduction and allegiances this series will bring to life.
"Vampire Academy" premieres September 15 on Peacock
"Los Espookys" Season 2
Fans of this strange and wonderfully quirky show are thrilled that it's finally returned for a second season. "Los Espookys" spins its hilarious, twisted web of horror entrepreneurship from the imaginations of queer comedians Julio Torres and Ana Fabrega, who co-created the show with Fred Armisen. It's surreal and spooky, sweet and weird — and the perfect kind of escapism as we prepare for the fall season.
"Los Espookys" Season 2 premieres September 16 on HBO Max
"Do Revenge"
Maya Hawke ("Stranger Things") stars as a queer teenager whose reputation was destroyed by a crush — and is now hellbent on revenge. She teams up with the recently scorned queen bee of her highschool (Camila Mendes of "Riverdale" fame) to "do revenge" on each other's enemies. The dark comedy (filled with teens in gorgeous pastel outfits that Cher Horowitz and Elle Woods would be proud of) was inspired by Alfred Hitchcock's "Strangers on a Train."
"Do Revenge" streams September 16 on Netflix
"The Dreamlife of Georgie Stone"
This monumental documentary shares 19 years of footage that is vital to queer history. Georgie Stone tells the story of her life as a young trans person growing up in Australia, and the emotional journey of how her courage shifted the landscape of what's possible for queer people today. Through "The Dreamlife of Georgie Stone" we see her grow up and play a role in championing the legal and political battle for Australia to be a safer, more welcoming place for trans kids.
"The Dreamlife of Georgie Stone" streams September 22 on Netflix
"Abbott Elementary" Season 2
Who could forget the iconic "Black?!" "It's actually pronounced Zach," moment when Principal Ava (Janelle James) met cringey co-worker Jacob's super cool, supremely chill sneakerhead boyfriend. This charming workplace comedy is beloved by all, and so deserving of the acclaim it's receiving. What wholesome, entertaining trouble will the Abbott Elementary faculty find themselves in this time? We can't wait to find out!
"Abbott Elementary" Season 2 premieres September 21 on Hulu
"Ghosts" Season 2
This hit comedy follows Sam (Rose McIver) and Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar), a young married couple renovating a home they hope to turn into a bed & breakfast — while Sam can see and talk to the eclectic group of ghosts who have lived (and died) in the house for generations. Between the warm found-family feelings, the best-friendships and romances blossoming between the most unexpected characters, and all the chaotic ghost shenanigans, we can't wait to see if the B&B ever gets to open. And, very importantly, will newly out ghost Isaac (played by out actor Brandon Scott Jones) allow himself to enjoy the long-awaited gay romance he missed out on centuries ago?
"Ghosts" season 2 premieres September 29 on Paramount+