Visible: Out on Television
Watch the revolution.
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Documentary
Explore the history of the American LGBTQ movement through the lens of TV in this five-part docuseries. Combining archival footage with new interviews, the series looks at homophobia, the evolution of LGBTQ characters, and coming out in the TV world.
Episodes
1. The Dark Ages52m
Early TV portrayed LGBTQ people as homicidal maniacs and sexual deviants. It wasn't until the '70s that positive portrayals began to emerge.
2. Television as a Tool50m
Following the Stonewall Uprising, LGBTQ activists began using television as a tool for change.
3. The Epidemic1h 5m
HIV/AIDS was initially ignored by TV, and fear of the disease stunted LGBTQ representation. Eventually, TV raised awareness on the issue.
4. Breakthroughs1h 8m
In 1997, Ellen DeGeneres made history by coming out on her TV show and in her personal life. But the celebration was short-lived.
5. The New Guard1h 12m
Today's new guard of LGBTQ creators in TV has opened the door to greater representation and wider inclusivity.
Top Cast
Janet Mock
Self - Narrator (voice)
Margaret Cho
Self - Narrator (voice)
Asia Kate Dillon
Self - Narrator (voice)
Neil Patrick Harris
Self - Narrator (voice)
Lena Waithe
Self - Narrator (voice)
Wanda Sykes
Self
