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Queer as Folk
Brash humor and genuine emotion make up this original series revolving around the lives, loves, ambitions, careers and friendships of a group of gay men and women living on Liberty Avenue in contemporary Pittsburgh, PA. The show offers an unapologetic look at modern, urban gay and lesbian lives while addressing the most critical health and political issues affecting the community. Sometimes racy, sometimes sensitive and always straight to the heart.
- Created by:
- Daniel Lipman, Ron Cowen
- Cast:
- Gale Harold, Randy Harrison, Hal Sparks, Peter Paige
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America, Canada, United Kingdom
- Network:
- Showtime
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Seasons
Season 3
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 8.2Mad Dog Kinney
2003-03-02 · 46mMichael and Justin face uncertainty over the future of their comic book, "Rage." Brian doesn't seem to care that Justin chose Ethan over him - at least initially. Ted and Emmett explore the possibilities of a relationship. Mel and Lindsay talk about having another child.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 8.2House Full of Children
2003-03-09 · 51mHaving left Brian, Justin must find a way to pay for school; much to Lindsay's surprise, Melanie expresses her desire to have another baby. Emmett discovers a loophole in his relationship with Ted in order to honor a previously arranged liaison.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 8.0Doctors of Dickology
2003-03-16 · 47mBrian lends his expertise to the Center's "Carnivale" fundraiser and considers Lindsay and Melanie's sperm-donation request. Ted and Emmett divulge priceless gay-man secrets to Deb, who's nervous about intimacy with Carl. Ben's former partner dies.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 8.2Brat-Sitting
2003-03-30 · 47mLindsay and Melanie ask Michael to father their second child. Brian's accused of molesting his nephew. Ted loves having Emmett in his heart - but his condo's another story.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 8.2There's Nothing Noble About Being Poor
2003-04-06 · 45mBrian wins Police Chief Stockwell's mayoral race account much to his friends' dismay. Ethan is offered representation after the Heifetz competition. Melanie and Lindsay try for a second child thanks to Michael's donation.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 8.2One Ring to Rule Them All
2003-04-13 · 46mWith Brian's help Stockwell takes the lead in the polls. Ted readies Jerk-at-work.net for any surprise police raids. Michael confronts Ben about his steroid use; Ethan gives Justin a surprise performance.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 8.2Stop Hurting Us
2003-04-20 · 47mTed is out on bail and begs Brian to talk to Stockwell on his behalf. Justin confronts Ethan. Melanie is pregnant, much to everyone's delight. Ben promises to stop using steroids.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 8.8Hunt(er) for Love
2003-04-27 · 48mMichael and Ben help out a young hustler. Justin begins an internship at Vanguard and a quest to win Brian back. Lindsay is blossoming in her new job at the gallery. Ted reacts to a sudden role-reversal with Emmett.
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E09
Episode 9
★ 8.6Big Fucking Mouth
2003-05-04 · 48mWoody's is closed down after an Amateur Strip Contest. Stockwell discovers Brian's gay. Ted's humiliated when he tends bar at one of Emmett's soirees. Melanie promises Lindsay she'll work less during her pregnancy, then lands the case of a lifetime.
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E10
Episode 10
★ 8.2Uncle Ben
2003-05-18 · 46mBrian and Justin clash over Stockwell; Ted takes a dangerous detour on his way to a weekend getaway. Melanie finds Michael's "doting dad" routine annoying. Hunter the street hustler calls in a favor from Ben.
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E11
Episode 11
★ 8.2Poster May Lead to the Truth
2003-05-25 · 51mBrian is fired when he's caught undermining Stockwell's campaign. Ben and Michael tell Hunter he's positive. Ted's tempted to go to his first White Party with his new "friends."
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E12
Episode 12
★ 8.2Drugs, Sex and Lies
2003-06-08 · 52mBrian investigates the death of Dumpster Boy based on a tip from Hunter. Emmett is furious when Melanie and Lindsay insist Ted's an addict. Ted asks Emmett to share his experience.
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E13
Episode 13
★ 8.2Tweaked-Out, Fucked-Out Crystal Queen
2003-06-15 · 47mHunter collects evidence tying Dumpster Boy's murderer to Stockwell. Justin risks expulsion when he refuses to apologize for his anti-Stockwell posters. Emmett confronts Ted about his drug use.
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E14
Episode 14
★ 9.0The Election
2003-06-22 · 54mBrian risks everything to bring down Stockwell on the eve of the election. Ted finally hits rock bottom. Hunter's mother arrives to take him away from Ben and Michael. Lindsay learns of Melanie's superstitions about getting through her first trimester.
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Gale Harold
Brian Kinney
Randy Harrison
Justin Taylor
Hal Sparks
Michael Novotny
Peter Paige
Emmett Honeycutt
Scott Lowell
Ted Schmidt
Sharon Gless
Debbie Novotny
Alec McClure
Chris Hobbs
Thea Gill
Lindsay Peterson
Michelle Clunie
Melanie Marcus
Robert Gant
Ben Bruckner