

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…
TV-MA • Documentary • Series • 2020 • 1 season
Starring: Janet Mock, Margaret Cho, Asia Kate Dillon
Created by: David Bender

S1 E1 - The Dark Ages
Early TV portrayed LGBTQ people as homicidal maniacs and sexual deviants. It wasn't until the '70s that positive portrayals began to emerge.
Feb 14, 2020 • 52m

S1 E2 - Television as a Tool
Following the Stonewall Uprising, LGBTQ activists began using television as a tool for change.
Feb 14, 2020 • 50m

S1 E3 - The Epidemic
HIV/AIDS was initially ignored by TV, and fear of the disease stunted LGBTQ representation. Eventually, TV raised awareness on the issue.
Feb 14, 2020 • 1h 5m

S1 E4 - Breakthroughs
In 1997, Ellen DeGeneres made history by coming out on her TV show and in her personal life. But the celebration was short-lived.
Feb 14, 2020 • 1h 8m

S1 E5 - The New Guard
Today's new guard of LGBTQ creators in TV has opened the door to greater representation and wider inclusivity.
Feb 14, 2020 • 1h 12m
Visible: Out on Television
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.
TV-MA • Documentary • TV Series • 2020