10 Best LGBTQ+ Streaming Services

Home of RuPaul's Drag Race, Paramount+ is a treasure trove of queer stories. Apart from the celebrated reality series, it also has prestigious Showtime dramas like Yellowjackets and Fellow Travelers, and licensed shows like Broad City, Killing Eve, and The Good Fight. Its streaming library is well-curated, but it has yet to be as expansive as Netflix or Max. Paramount+ is a good choice if you have specific interests, since it also offers a lot in the way of sci-fi and sports. But it may not be for you if you're looking for a deeper catalog. Pros

• Good value for the price
• Our top picks include Yellowjackets, RuPaul's Drag Race, Killing Eve, and Fellow Travelers

Peacock is another streaming service that should stand out for reality show fans. It's where you'll find a lot of Bravo shows like Love Island, Queer Planet, and Couple to Throttle. The NBC-owned service also features plenty of queer-comedy gems, from cult classics like We Are Lady Parts to popular sitcoms like Modern Family. The streaming service is great for comedy and live sports fans, since Peacock is also home to the Premier League and Sunday Night Football. But users have complained about its constant ads (even on the ad-free tiers) and buffering issues. It's also prone to hiking prices. Pros

• Our top picks include We are Lady Parts, Bros, and Modern Family

Just by the sheer amount of content it produces, it's no surprise that Netflix is one of the best services to check out for queer stories. Some popular picks are Heartstopper, Sex Education, and Sense8, but it also has lowkey gems, too, like Feel Good and Heartbreak High. Netflix's massive catalog ensures that you won't run out of things to watch, but the streamer does have a nasty habit of cancelling a show (despite it doing well) after the first couple of seasons. A significant chunk of those shows, unfortunately, are queer-centered. Pros

• Our top picks include Heartstopper, Sex Education, Sense8, and Queer Eye

Max is home to HBO shows, which means it has a lot of uncensored (and fearless) content. Some of the best include Looking, Sort Of, Angels in America, Hacks, Gentleman Jack, The Other Two, and so much more. It has more than enough to offer in the comedy and drama departments, but it's not the best place to for reality shows. Pros

• Our top picks include Hacks, The Other Two, Sort Of, and Looking

Paramount+ may hold the rights to RuPaul's Drag Race US, but the show's global iterations (of which it has a lot) can be found in WOW Presents Plus. It may not offer a lot of variety to casual cord-cutters, but it's a staple among drag fans. Apart from RuPaul, it also has stand-up specials, variety shows, and programs hosted by various queens. Pros

• Carries all of the international iterations of Drag Race

Revry is a free streaming service that platforms shows and movies that are created for and by the LGBTQ+ community. It has a good mix of originals like King of Drag and licensed shows like Trixie Motel. It also has some popular titles that appeal to general audiences, like the film Bombshell and the Starz comedy Party Down. If you're not sure about where to start, you can also put on some of its 24/7 channels, like Revry Her and Revry Latinx. Pros

• Free!
• No sign-up needed to start watching
• Operated by a queer-led team
• Has originals and 24/7 channels

Cons

• Not free outside of the US

If OutTV sounds familiar, it's probably because it started as one of the few LGBT-focused channels when it launched in the early aughts. While it's still active as a FAST channel in platforms like Prime Video and Pluto, you can also subscribe to OutTV as a standalone streaming service for $5.99/month for an ad-free viewing experience.

Here TV is a streaming subscription service that has hundreds of LGBTQ+ titles under its belt, among them, original shows, enlightening documentaries, and award-winning films. At $7.99, it's a bit steeper than the usual streaming service, but along with access to LGBTQ+ content, you also get regularly curated recommendations based on genre, mood, and watching history. According to its official site, Here TV also partners with many queer charities, so you can be sure the fee goes to a cause. Pros

• Plenty of original and international queer series

Cons

• Free trial is only available when purchased as a Prime Video add-on

Fearless is a Toronto-based streaming service built around inclusivity. Their focus is on showcasing films highlighting stories from LGBTQ+ people, Women, BIPOC, and stories on disability. They also enable creators to directly submit their work on either a Free license basis (for creators only interested in traction) or a paid/exclusive license.

Dekkoo caters to the queer community and offers exclusively gay content. Their website claims to provide access to the largest selection of gay entertainment offered anywhere. Dekkoo has a 3-day free trial, then charges $9.99/month. If you’re craving more queer in your life and love gay films and TV series, then this service is for you. Dekkoo was launched in 2015 by Derek Curl and Brian Sokel.