Season 1
Visible: Out on Television: Season 1 2020 6.8 TMDB 5 episodes 307 min 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.
Available via Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
01 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. 02 Television as a Tool Following the Stonewall Uprising, LGBTQ activists began using television as a tool for change. 03 The Epidemic HIV/AIDS was initially ignored by TV, and fear of the disease stunted LGBTQ representation. Eventually, TV raised awareness on the issue. 04 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. 05 The New Guard Today's new guard of LGBTQ creators in TV has opened the door to greater representation and wider inclusivity. 
