Representation matters. We’ve come a long way in granting legal rights to our LGBTQ+ community, but this does not always translate into acceptance (especially considering the number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills proposed in recent months). We need more LGBTQIA+ visibility, equity, and representation across all media and entertainment.
The more queer representation we have in the media, the more normalized acceptance and celebration become.
The percentage of Americans who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or non-binary has more than doubled in the last decade. 7.1% of the US population now identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. That percentage is even higher among our Gen Z friends, 20.8% of whom identify as LGBTQIA+.
It’s time for the video content we consume to reflect the country’s diversity. Viewers should look to the media and see themselves reflected in the characters, narratives, topics, and stories covered regardless of the color of their skin, their gender, their identity, and who they love. In fact, it’s time we go beyond inclusivity and elevate our LGBTQIA+ community for the lessons they teach us on being fearless and steadfast in our identities.
With that being said, below are some of the best LGBTQIA+ streaming services available as of writing. Keep reading to find out what each channel offers and why you should check them out.
1. Dekkoo
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Dekkoo boasts the largest collection of gay entertainment anywhere. For just $9.99 a month after a 3-day free trial, you gain access to an unlimited gay streaming app stocked with a collection of gay films and shows tailored specifically to gay men. They even have a collection of frequently updated Dekkoo originals.
2. Outfest
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Outfest on demand will get you access to the LGBTQIA+ film festival’s chosen movies from the safety and comfort of your couch. The organization is all about lifting LGBTQIA+ artists, communities, and filmmakers and giving visibility to their diverse stories. All you have to do to view a constant stream of new LGBTQIA+ films is buy a virtual ticket. Find a film you want to stream and follow the link to rent it (rental fees vary by film).
3. Tello Films
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Tello Films has a lovely library of queer women’s focused content. The majority of the subscription fee you pay goes straight to the filmmakers, meaning you can feel good about the $6.99 per month (or $59.99 per year) you pay to access the content. The library is filled with lesbian original series, shorts, and movies. In addition to unlimited streaming, they offer titles to rent and purchase.
4. World of Wonder (WOW Presents Plus)
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WOW Presents Plus touts itself as the only streaming service featuring “Drag Race”, “Painted with Raven”, “Werq The World”, “UNHhhh”, and hundreds of World of Wonder originals, documentaries, specials, and other drag entertainment. It’s super affordable at just $4.99 a month or $49.99 a year.
One of WOW’s major selling points is its access to Drag Race content across the world. If you’re located in the US, you can view every episode of:
- Canada’s Drag Race
- Drag Race Down Under
- Drag Race Espanã
- Drag Race France
- Drag Race Holland
- Drag Race Italia
- RuPaul’s Drag Race UK
- Drag Race Philippines
For our international readers, click here for an interactive chart outlining what Drag Race is content available in your country.
For a taste of what to expect from the WOW originals, check out this trailer for last Halloween’s “Jimbo vs. Peas” special and this trailer for the “Werq the World Season 2” docuseries. Really, how could you not subscribe for that alone? I’m tempted.
5. TysonPlus
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TysonPlus takes an intersectional approach by producing BIPOC inclusive LGBTQ+ content. Tap into this streaming service to enjoy original series about drama, horror, coming of age, and the personal stories of BIPOC within the LGBTQ+ community.
TysonPlus doesn’t just create content for the community– they support LGBTQ+ writers and other creatives in the process. Snag a subscription for $9.99 a month, $29.99 a quarter, or $99.99 a year.
6. Here TV
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During the year 2022, subscribers can get a 2-year plan for $99. The membership is typically $7.99 a month or $67.99 for a yearly subscription.
Watch “The Gaze”, a hilarious and heartfelt dramedy, “Crystal City”, a documentary on how crystal meth has infiltrated New York City’s LGBTQ+ community, or tap into “The PGW: Pro Gau Wrestling!” Much like the LGBTQ+ community itself, Here TV has a little something for everyone.
7. Logo
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Logo established itself in 2005 as the first commercial cable network designed for the LGBTQ+ community. The platform’s goal since has been to support the community with a diverse collection of queer content via scripted television and online exclusives.
The nostalgia of flipping through TV channels is great, but only if your TV provider actually has content you want to see. If you’re a die-hard channel surfer lacking queer content, this one’s for you.
There are a few ways to enjoy Logo content:
- Some free full episodes can be found on the logo site.
- Participating TV providers offer LogoTV. If your TV provider is included in that list, you can use your TV login to access all of Logo’s content on supported devices.
- You can also purchase individual shows through marketplaces like Amazon, Google Play, and iTunes.
Tap in to watch the “2022 LGBTQ State of the Union,” “Trans Youth Town Hall,” “Stonewall” (movie), “Gay Chorus Deep South” (documentary), and more.
8. OUTtv
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OUTtv is Canada’s only national LGBTQ+ TV network. They post popular, new, and original series that celebrate and champion the LGBTQ+ community. Click over to this page to view some of the shows, documentaries, and gay movie streaming they’re featuring this month. Since OUTtv is a tv network, this is another hot choice for viewers itching to click buttons on the channel changer.
OUTtv is available to users in the United States and Canada without a cable subscription for only $3.99 a month. You can also get the channel with a Prime Video Channels subscription, AppleTV, and through cable providers in Canada.
9. Strong Voices Television (SVTV)
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SVTV is a dedicated LGBTQ+ streaming service that uploads monthly content to entertain community members and allies, educate on relevant issues, and amplify Queer voices. Complete access is only $5.99 a month. For that price, you can access to LGBTQ+ community representation in TV series, movies, podcasts, documentaries, and live streams.
Stream sports live, series like “Theality TV”, movies like “Suicide Kale”, and documentaries like
“Raid of the Rainbow Lounge”.
Save money by purchasing a 6-month subscription for $29.99 or an annual subscription for $49.99 a year.
10. Lesflicks VOD
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Lesflicks VOD is a subscription service providing shorts, features, and series designed for women-loving women. 50% of the subscription fee goes to support creators of authentic sapphic stories and a new title is added every single week.
The streaming service offers a few different membership options:
- WATCH only for £8.99/month (10.70 USD)
- WATCH+DISCUSS for £12.99/month (15.47 USD)
- VIP WATCH+DISCUSS for £15.99/month (19.04 USD)
- WATCH+DISCUSS+DONATE for £19.99/month (23.80 USD)
All plans offer two months free for those who subscribe annually. If chatting about WLW films is your jam, this will be the streaming service for you. The DISCUSS add-on gives you bonus access to the Lesflicks Community Amplification Network (LesflicksCAN) where you can discuss the content and its impact with like-minded individuals to your heart’s content.
The LesflicksCAN discussion space has three tiers: a regional chat for film lovers, a sapphic film lover chat, and one for fanatics that connects viewers and content creators through direct chat.
Selecting the VIP WATCH option will get you access to new movies a week prior to standard subscribers.
11. GayBingeTV
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GayBingeTV is a streaming service that caters specifically to a gay audience. Viewers can log on to stream gay movies and TV series from 12 genres. It’s probably the most affordable on this list, priced at just $3.99 a month. They have a 7-day free trial as well as a section of free movies in their catalog.
12. Unicorns.live
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Get a monthly subscription for CA$9.99 a month ($7.68USD) or CA$89.99 a year ($69.18USD). The streaming service has all your favorite LGBTQ+ live events plus some on-demand content as well. A portion of all revenue is paid directly to the artists.
13. Fearless
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Fearless is a unique streaming service in that it separates the content into 23 different perspectives. These content categories range from #LGBTQ+ to all the way to #DeafCommunity, #Autistic, #Immigrant, #SelfHarmAndSuicide, and more. The goal here is for every viewer to see themselves on screen and to provide a place for people to learn about perspectives different from their own.
After the 14-day free trial, you either pay $7.99 a month or $59.99 a year.
14. TrickleUP
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TrickleUP is a grassroots subscription video platform designed by and for NYC artists. The streaming service is stocked with content created by artists suffering from lost income due to the pandemic.
Created by performance artist/ playwright/drag queen Taylor Mac, the platform prioritizes equal representation for LGBTQ+ artists and performers. Revenue from bigger names goes toward providing $10,000 commissions for smaller, struggling artists.
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