Last week we learned that the new Queer as Folk, which will be set in New Orleans, was partly inspired by the Pulse nightclub tragedy. Now that the first full trailer has been officially released, we can see exactly how a Pulse-like attack at the fictional Babylon nightclub fits in with the story.
The new show, set to debut on Peacock June 9, reimagines the American version of the series that debuted in 2000 but in a modern context. As developed by Stephen Dunn, it will focus on the issues facing a diverse group of LGBTQ friends. Russell T. Davies, who produced the American version and created the original British version of the show, will also executive produce.
Jesse James Keitel, Johnny Silby, Fin Argus, Devin Way, CG, and Ryan O’Connell star, with Juliette Lewis, Kim Cattrall, Lukas Gage, and Nyle DiMarco all appear in recurring roles as well.
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“Like most queer ‘90s kids, I had a unique relationship with the original Queer as Folk,” said series creator, executive producer, writer and director Stephen Dunn. “Growing up, I was desperate for any sort of connection with people like me. It was the first time I really felt seen. The show offered a new paradigm – one where we could accept and celebrate queer love, families, and communities on a global stage. It was truly iconic. I am honored that Russell T. Davies, the creator of the original series, entrusted me to continue this legacy.”
Davies’ original Queer as Folk, set in Manchester, was commissioned by Channel 4 and ran from 1999 to 2000. The Showtime update, set in Pittsburgh, ran from 2000 to 2005.
Peacock’s Queer As Folk premieres June 9.
CatholicXXX
No hot guys?
Velvetalex
LOL. You’re evil.
GentlemanCaller
Well that looks thoroughly awful. While excellently diverse, it appears to have managed to retain all the worst self-important preachy posturing of the previous US version and flushed away all the joy and realistic rawness of the UK version. I’ll just dig out the DVDs of the original and rewatch, thanks.
Doug
Yet another television representation of the gay community with absolutely no queer character who looks over the age of 25.
skyboy63
Of course I am going to watch it.. I appreciate diversity . As a black gay man it is part of my every day life.
Diplomat
It’s got a long way to ho to outdo the original US version with its exceedingly hot cast, but will give it a chance.
CatholicXXX
Lol. The US one did not have any hot guys and it dragged on longer than it should have.
Diplomat
Oh dahling, being blind from birth, how would you know?
Diplomat
Jk!
Jim
Original?
Not really. Full of cliche’s
Velvetalex
We need a well researched documentary about the Orlando shooting. Not trauma porn.
David Pumo
This looks really interesting, and definitely worth a shot. Trying to see the connection to either of the previous versions. Seem completely different character wise. Anyway, looks like a really fun update. And yes, thanks for a picture of a gay world that’s not completely segregated. That shit gets so boring.
Joshooeerr
Yes, indeed. The look of it alone made me want to barf. Every last character appears to have been waxed, dyed, permed, pierced and styled into some caricature of “queer” who looks nothing like anyone you’d actually want to meet, let alone date.
GlobeTrotter
Pass! I think I’ll stick to the British original.
Why is it that the American “updates” to successful British shows always seem so watered-down and political?
MrMichaelJ
Sorry but I am over having mainstream American TV insist on gay men being portrayed as about as sexually unthreatening as possible. At least the UK version had the gay guy who would and could f8ck just about anything he wanted. This reminds me of Big Brother where just about every minority is some cliche but they can make damn sure the straight white people are all buff, beautiful and extremely sexually attractive.
QJ201
“ripped from the headlines” Gay Bar Massacre… in the pilot?
Just bad taste
Too soon
Enough with killing the gays
Diplomat
Just watched the first 7 mins of S1E1 of the UK version for the first time. I’m totally dik whipped. Will be binging the series post haste.
cuteguy
Chris Potter and Robert Gant are two of the sexiest daddies of ALL time!! Jane just like that….Samantha Jones is back on tv. I’ll prob just watch for Kim
CityguyUSA
Looks like they’re going to try the Will and Grace type reboot. A copied story line replacing sexy boys with drag queens and refried comedy. The first dealt with gay beatings and drug abuse and confirmed a lot of gay stereotypes. Obviously the night club shooting was a reality but it was hardly the only group of people that have been targeted. I’ll be curious to see how they work it in. I’m not sure how well it will be received.
bigdandd
This dredge will NEVER gain the audience that the original US version did. Times have changed and we have moved on with a storyline like QAF. I won’t be wasting the electric to watch this dud.
Diplomat
I like the US version better than the UK version. This new one most likely won’t outdue either. But still worth a popcorn evening.
bsg1967
The US version was rare that it was better than the British orginal thanks to Sharon Gless and cast. As for the reboot Kim Catrell cool, as for the very diverse cast box ticked but the sad reality if you check out social media insta gays are all genric spray tan twinks and muscle Mary’s poolside pouting and posing for thirst trap views.
Navycut57
Not an opinion that will be appreciated judging by all the comments, but I’m an old fart – doesn’t anyone remember feeling terrified of being “found out” when they were younger?? There was no where I could look to see anything that represented me, or the struggles I went through as a closeted gay high school kid. Every now and then, I would stumble upon a novel in the library and actually be shaking with fear as I checked it out. I couldn’t imagine in my wildest dreams of ever being “allowed to be who I was”! I’ve seen both the UK and US versions of QAF, and even as an adult, it was so amazing to have the freedom to even watch!! Just think how many terrified kids there are out there – this is something that is needed. If the representations aren’t ideal, so what, it shows anything is possible!!