New & Notable LGBTQ+ Films and TV Shows – August & September 2025
As summer winds down, LGBTQ+ representation in film and television shines brighter than ever. From heart-stirring dramas to pulse-pounding thrillers, French and international audiences are treated to a dynamic spectrum of queer storytelling. Here’s your comprehensive guide to noteworthy French releases and global premieres hitting both streaming platforms and prominent festivals in August and September 2025.
🎬 LGBTQ+ Movies and TV Shows in France
New Movie Releases
The Quiet Ones – August 5 on VOD
Streaming on Prime Video and Apple TV, The Quiet Ones is an emotional indie drama centered around queer individuals confronting societal isolation and past trauma. With sincere performances and grounded storytelling, it’s one of the season’s standout independent LGBTQ+ narratives.
My Oxford Year – August 1 on Netflix
Adapted from the bestselling novel, this romantic drama unfolds in the picturesque setting of Oxford. While the central story follows a straight couple, the supporting cast features LGBTQ+ characters, adding valuable visibility to Netflix’s diverse storytelling.
The Wedding Banquet (Remake) – September 8 on Paramount+
This modern retelling of Ang Lee’s 1993 classic reimagines the tale of a gay man who fakes a heterosexual marriage to satisfy tradition-bound relatives. The remake offers a culturally nuanced, emotionally rich take on identity, family, and truth.
TV Series Premieres
The Proud Family: Louder & Prouder – Season 3 – August 6 on Disney+
The animated family favorite returns with new episodes diving deeper into LGBTQ+ themes. Season 3 continues to broaden queer representation, making meaningful strides in content aimed at younger audiences.
Wednesday – Season 2 (Part 1) – August 6 on Netflix
The darkly captivating universe of Wednesday expands with fresh storylines and evolving characters. This season places a stronger focus on gender fluidity and bisexual representation among key supporting roles.
Only Murders in the Building – Season 5 – September 9 on Disney+ France
Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez return as the quirky sleuthing trio. Season 5 features deeper narratives for its LGBTQ+ characters, reflecting the show’s ongoing push for inclusive storytelling within mainstream comedy-dramas.
Gen V – Season 2 – September 17 on Prime Video
A bold spin-off of The Boys, Gen V is back with more action, moral complexity, and queer representation. Season 2 highlights pansexual and bisexual superheroes, delivering powerful reflections on identity, power, and freedom.
The Morning Show – Season 4 – September 17 on Apple TV+
Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon lead this fast-paced newsroom series exploring complex relationships and media ethics. Season 4 continues to spotlight LGBTQ+ characters as integral to its emotionally charged narrative landscape.
Wayward – September 25 on Netflix
Created by Mae Martin, Wayward tells the gripping story of a transmasc teen navigating life at a reform school. With its intense premise and fearless narrative, it’s positioned as one of Netflix’s most compelling LGBTQ+ dramas of the year.
Interview with the Vampire – Season 2 – September 30 on Netflix France
Anne Rice’s beloved vampire saga returns with more passion, conflict, and gothic atmosphere. The intense relationship between Lestat and Louis takes center stage in Season 2, further cementing the series as an iconic portrayal of queer romance in genre television.
🌍 International LGBTQ+ Premieres & Festival Highlights
Festival-Featured Films
In Transit – August 17 at Edinburgh Film Festival / September 8 at Deauville
Set in the American South, this atmospheric drama chronicles an impromptu connection between a painter and a barmaid. What begins as an artistic endeavor gradually evolves into a tender meditation on intimacy, healing, and creative vulnerability.
On the Road (En el Camino) – September 4 at Venice Film Festival
This Mexican queer thriller explores volatile love on the margins of society. A young sex worker and a truck driver form a dangerous bond, making for a raw, riveting tale about survival, taboo desire, and personal reckoning.
Girlfriends – September 20 at Busan International Film Festival
A touching three-part story from Hong Kong that follows one woman’s evolution across key stages of her life. Chronicling first love, societal pressure, and emotional awakening, the film paints a deeply introspective portrait of lesbian identity.
Tiger – September 22 at Busan International Film Festival
In this Japanese character study, a closeted gay masseur grapples with personal freedom and family obligations. It’s a quietly devastating story that examines the emotional cost of living a life in the shadows.
Web Series & Indie Creations
The Nature of Us – August 1 on YouTube
This heartfelt web series follows two teenagers—one healing from a mental health crisis, the other embracing their queer identity—as they form a deep bond. It’s a sincere, youthful narrative that captures the trials and growth of coming out and coming into oneself.
🔍 Key 2025 Trends in LGBTQ+ Media
Expansion Across Genres and Platforms
LGBTQ+ representation is now a staple across all entertainment genres—from blockbuster action to animated series for kids. Major titles leading the charge include:
- Streaming hits: Gen V, Wednesday, The Morning Show
- Inclusive animation: The Proud Family: Louder & Prouder
- Global thrillers & dramas: Wayward, On the Road, and Tiger
Trans and Non-Binary Voices in the Spotlight
Visibility for trans and non-binary characters is surging in 2025. With bold productions like Netflix’s Wayward and online series such as The Nature of Us on YouTube, storytelling is embracing a broader, more authentic spectrum of gender identity.
Film Festivals as Launchpads for Queer Cinema
International film festivals continue to be crucial for surfacing innovative LGBTQ+ films. Venice, Deauville, and Busan are premiering some of the year’s most buzzed-about queer titles, many of which are likely to secure wider distribution and critical acclaim.
These fresh releases come during a broader cultural wave in which LGBTQ+ narratives are increasingly elevated at global events, in industry headlines, and across media platforms. For year-round coverage of top queer-focused festivals, streaming debuts, and cultural stories, be sure to explore our LGBTQ+ events and news sections regularly.
Looking Ahead: A Dynamic Fall for LGBTQ+ Entertainment
Whether you’re immersed in supernatural thrillers, streaming powerful dramas on Netflix, or soaking in cinematic gems at festivals like Venice or Busan, this season offers a thrilling breadth of LGBTQ+ stories. From love and loss to identity and power, the narratives released this fall are as diverse as the communities they represent.
LGBTQ+ representation is no longer an afterthought—it’s now central to the mainstream entertainment landscape, enriching genres and inspiring audiences everywhere through authentic, bold storytelling.