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Visible: Out on Television (2020)

6.7 1 season 5 episodes Ended

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.

Watch S1 E1 Latest: S1 E5

Seasons & episodes

The Dark AgesFeb 14, 2020 · 52m

Early TV portrayed LGBTQ people as homicidal maniacs and sexual deviants. It wasn't until the '70s that positive portrayals began to emerge.

Television as a ToolFeb 14, 2020 · 50m

Following the Stonewall Uprising, LGBTQ activists began using television as a tool for change.

The EpidemicFeb 14, 2020 · 1h 5m

HIV/AIDS was initially ignored by TV, and fear of the disease stunted LGBTQ representation. Eventually, TV raised awareness on the issue.

BreakthroughsFeb 14, 2020 · 1h 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.

The New GuardFeb 14, 2020 · 1h 12m

Today's new guard of LGBTQ creators in TV has opened the door to greater representation and wider inclusivity.

Cast

Janet MockSelf - Narrator (voice)

Margaret ChoSelf - Narrator (voice)

Asia Kate DillonSelf - Narrator (voice)

Neil Patrick HarrisSelf - Narrator (voice)

Lena WaitheSelf - Narrator (voice)

Wanda SykesSelf

Billy PorterSelf

Joey SolowaySelf

Laverne CoxSelf

Michaela Jaé RodriguezSelf

Oprah WinfreySelf

Ellen DeGeneresSelf

Wilson CruzSelf

Abbi JacobsonSelf