LGBTQ+ Movies and TV Shows – August & September 2025

The end of summer 2025 brings a wealth of fresh content for fans of LGBTQ+ cinema and series. From intimate dramas to queer thrillers, and the return of standout shows, streaming platforms and international festivals are buzzing with inclusive stories. This article outlines notable releases in France and internationally for August and September 2025, making it easy to track what’s streaming and what’s hitting the festival circuit.

🎬 LGBTQ+ Movies and Series Releases in France

Movies

The Quiet Ones (August 5, 2025 – VOD)

Streaming on Prime Video and Apple TV, The Quiet Ones is a powerful independent drama focused on queer characters navigating societal rejection and past trauma. Through grounded storytelling, it explores loneliness and emotional resilience, making it a standout LGBTQ+ indie film this season.

My Oxford Year (August 1, 2025 – Netflix)

Based on the bestselling novel, this romantic drama set in Oxford follows a central heterosexual relationship but features several queer supporting characters, keeping in line with Netflix’s commitment to inclusive storytelling.

The Wedding Banquet (Remake – Paramount+, September 8, 2025)

A modern remake of Ang Lee’s 1993 classic, this Paramount+ version updates the story of a gay man who enters a sham marriage to appease his conservative family. Hidden truths, cultural tensions, and heartfelt moments bring new depth to this beloved narrative.

TV Series

The Proud Family: Louder & Prouder – Season 3 (August 6, 2025 – Disney+)

This animated family series returns with fresh episodes tackling LGBTQ+ themes. Season 3 aims to further expand queer representation for younger viewers in a meaningful and accessible way.

Wednesday – Season 2 (Part 1) (August 6, 2025 – Netflix)

The hit show returns, delving into darker storylines and expanding on themes of gender fluidity and bisexuality among several supporting characters.

Only Murders in the Building – Season 5 (September 9, 2025 – Disney+ France)

The amateur sleuth trio—Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez—are back. Season 5 continues integrating LGBTQ+ characters more prominently, mirroring the show’s growing commitment to diversity.

Gen V – Season 2 (September 17, 2025 – Prime Video)

A queer-centric spin-off of The Boys, Gen V returns with a focus on bisexual and pansexual young superheroes. Expect deeper explorations of identity and inclusive representation in a darker narrative landscape.

The Morning Show – Season 4 (September 17, 2025 – Apple TV+)

Starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, this newsroom drama continues to explore queer relationships amidst the tense backdrop of media culture and corporate politics.

Wayward (September 25, 2025 – Netflix)

Created by and starring Mae Martin, Wayward follows a transmasculine teenager sent to a troubled youth academy. This tense drama-thriller is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s major LGBTQ+ entries of the year.

Interview with the Vampire – Season 2 (September 30, 2025 – Netflix France)

Based on Anne Rice’s gothic saga, the second season deepens the intense queer romance between Louis and Lestat. Its arrival on Netflix France is among the most anticipated releases of the month.

🌍 International LGBTQ+ Releases (Festivals & Global Premieres)

Movies

In Transit (August 17, 2025 – Edinburgh Film Festival / September 8 – Deauville Festival)

This moody American drama captures the growing intimacy between a painter and a barmaid after a chance encounter. What begins as an art project turns into a tender exploration of desire, creativity, and emotional vulnerability.

On the Road (En el Camino) (September 4, 2025 – Venice Film Festival)

Hailing from Mexico, this queer thriller pairs a young hustler with a trucker in a dangerously intense relationship. With themes of sex work, societal margins, and taboo passions, it offers gritty, thought-provoking storytelling.

Girlfriends (September 20, 2025 – Busan International Film Festival)

This lesbian romance from Hong Kong spans three chapters in a woman’s life—ages 17, 22, and 34—highlighting her evolving experiences with love, family pressure, and cultural expectations.

Tiger (September 22, 2025 – Busan International Film Festival)

A Japanese drama centered on a closeted gay masseur torn between filial obligation and personal freedom. A soulful and introspective look at hidden identity and the cost of repression.

Series & Web Series

The Nature of Us (August 1, 2025 – YouTube)

This indie web series chronicles the emotional bond between two 18-year-olds—one recovering from mental health treatment, the other newly out. As they navigate queer identity and emotional growth, the show offers an earnest take on coming-of-age in an imperfect world.

🔍 Trends to Watch in LGBTQ+ Media – 2025

Diverse Formats, Wider Reach

In 2025, LGBTQ+ representation is no longer confined to indie films—it’s thriving across genres and formats:

• Streaming blockbusters like Gen V, Wednesday, and The Morning Show
• Youth animation such as The Proud Family
• International thrillers like Wayward and On the Road

Spotlight on Trans and Non-Binary Narratives

Trans and non-binary stories gain front-row visibility this season. Netflix picks up the pace with Wayward, while YouTube continues to provide a platform for authentic, youth-driven LGBTQ+ content like The Nature of Us.

Festivals as Launchpads

Venice, Busan, and Deauville remain vital platforms for queer cinema. Films such as In Transit, Girlfriends, and Tiger are already generating industry buzz and are likely to secure broader distribution deals soon.

It’s worth noting that these releases are part of a broader cultural movement shaped by key LGBTQ+ events that continue to elevate visibility and celebration of diversity. For updates on must-see happenings and cultural highlights, follow our coverage in the LGBTQ+ events and news sections of our site.

Conclusion: A Fall Season Marked by Diversity

Whether you’re tuning into much-anticipated releases on Netflix, Disney+, or Apple TV+, or tracking breakout hits on the festival circuit in Venice or Busan, August and September 2025 promise an extraordinary array of LGBTQ+ stories. Expect bold tales of love, identity, resilience, and even supernatural drama featuring bisexual superheroes and passionate vampires.

This season further solidifies a key trend: LGBTQ+ narratives are no longer sidelined. They are now proudly integrated into mainstream cinema and television, enriching stories across all genres.