Representation matters. We’ve come a long way in granting legal rights to our LGBTQ+ communities, but this does not always translate into acceptance (especially considering the number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills proposed in recent years).
The more queer representation we have in the media, the more normalized acceptance and celebration become. We need more LGBTQ+ visibility, equity, and representation across all media and entertainment.
In fact, the percentage of Americans who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or non-binary has more than doubled in the last decade. At least 7.6% of the US population now identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. That percentage is even higher among our Gen Z friends, 1 in 5 of whom identify as LGBTQ+.
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.
It doesn't have to be Pride Month to find out what each channel offers and why you should check them out. Below you'll some of the best LGBTQ+ OTT and streaming services available today.
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12 LGBTQ streaming platforms and services
With so much content available, it's important to identify which streaming services truly highlight the LGBTQ+ experience. Our curated list of top platforms goes beyond just listing popular options like Netflix and Max. Let's dive into showcasing some of the best queer-focused streaming platforms currently available.
1. Revry
Revy offers a wide variety of queer-first content including movies, series, news, and music. It provides a platform for diverse LGBTQ+ stories and creators to reach a wide audience.
The service is available for free with ads across numerous platforms, making queer entertainment accessible globally. You can watch Revry on Tubi, AppleTV, Peacock, and more.
Best for: Folks in search of a free queer streaming network featuring LGBTQ movies, series, music, news, and originals.
2. Outfest
Outfest on demand will get you access to the LGBTQ+ film festival’s chosen movies from the safety and comfort of your couch. The organization is all about lifting LGBTQ+ artists, communities, and filmmakers and giving visibility to their diverse stories. All you have to do to view a constant stream of new LGBTQ+ 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).
Best for: When you're in the mood for a cute little movie night by yourself, with friends, or cuddled next to someone special.
3. World of Wonder (WOW Presents Plus)
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 $5.99 a month or $99.99 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
Best for: Anyone who religiously follows the RuPaul's Drag Race franchises and can't get enough of other drag content.
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4. Here TV
The Here TV membership is $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 Gay Wrestling!” Much like the LGBTQ+ community itself, Here TV has a little something for everyone.
Best for: Anyone looking for an LGBTQ+ subscription streaming service with a large library of titles, including originals.
5. OUTtv
OUTtv is Canada’s only national LGBTQ+ TV network. They post popular, new, and original series that celebrate and champion the LGBTQ+ community. 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 $5.99 a month or $59.99 for a year. You can also get the channel with a Prime Video Channels subscription, AppleTV, and through cable providers in Canada.
Best for: Folks looking for an LGBTQ+ TV channel and streaming service with a mix of original and authentic series, documentaries, and specials.
6. Dekkoo
Dekkoo boasts the largest collection of gay entertainment any other streaming service. 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. They even have a collection of frequently updated Dekkoo originals.
Best for: Content that focuses on gay men and the exciting lives they lead.
7. Lesflicks
Lesflicks is a UK-based streaming service dedicated to authentic Sapphic stories on screen, offering a wide variety of films, shorts, and other content centered on queer women. It provides a platform for diverse narratives within the lesbian and broader community, with new content added regularly for subscribers.
The service aims to be a home for women who love women, showcasing their experiences and perspectives.
Lesflicks offers different subscription tiers, catering to various viewers including those interested in content suitable for LGBTQ+ youth or access to film festival selections with subscriptions starting at £7.99/month.
Best for: Anyone who savors Sapphic longing and loves lingering eye contact.
8. TysonPlus
TysonPlus takes an intersectional approach by producing Black, Indigenous, and people of Color (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 $12 a month, $30 a quarter, or $100 a year.
Best for: Anyone in search of BIPOC-inclusive LGBTQ+ content and original series.
9. Tello
Tello Films has a lovely video library of queer women’s focused content. The majority of the video subscription fee you pay goes straight to the filmmakers, meaning you can feel good about the $7.99 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.
Best for: When you're in the mood for moving content made by and for queer women.
10. SVTV Network (Strong Voices Television)
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.”
Best for: Audiences who are interested in supporting content that amplifies queer storytellers... and also watch sports!
11. GayBingeTV
GayBingeTV is a streaming service that caters specifically to a gay audience. Viewers can log on to stream gay movies and TV series from multiple genres. It’s probably the most affordable on this list, priced at just $5.99 a month or $59.99 a year. They have a 7-day free trial as well as a section of free movies in their catalog.
Best for: Viewers who want unlimited access to ad-free movies that focus on gay men.
12. Fearless
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 $6.99 a month or $79.99 a year.
Best for: Someone looking for diverse storytelling for LGBTQ, Black, disabled, Indigenous, and other under-represented communities.
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