Heads up! The American series ‘Queer as Folk (2022)’ is coming to GagaOOLala this month!
On June 8, LGBTQ+ BL global media hub GagaOOLala announces it will feature ‘Queer as Folk’ starting on June 22. The American series is a reimagining of the groundbreaking British series of the same name created by Russell T Davies, which originally aired in 1999. This iteration of the series focuses on a diverse group of friends in New Orleans navigating their lives in the aftermath of a tragedy. The show aims to reflect contemporary issues faced by the LGBTQ+ community, including intersectionality, identity, and resilience.
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— GagaOOLala (@gagaoolala) June 8, 2024
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⭐️ Fin Argus & Candace Grace
🗓️International premiere: June 22, 2024
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The cast includes a mix of newcomers and familiar faces, such as Devin Way, Fin Argus, Jesse James Keitel, CG, Johnny Sibilly, and Ryan O’Connell. The series is noted for its inclusive representation, featuring characters of various sexual orientations, gender identities, and backgrounds.
The show receives praise for its bold storytelling and commitment to showcasing the diversity within the LGBTQ+ community, though it also faces some criticism for its handling of certain sensitive topics. The reboot was canceled after one season on September 23, 2022.