Visible: Out on Television
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.
Seasons
Season 1
5 Episodes • 2020
Episodes - Season 1
1. The Dark Ages
52mEarly TV portrayed LGBTQ people as homicidal maniacs and sexual deviants. It wasn't until the '70s that positive portrayals began to emerge.
2. Television as a Tool
50mFollowing the Stonewall Uprising, LGBTQ activists began using television as a tool for change.
3. The Epidemic
65mHIV/AIDS was initially ignored by TV, and fear of the disease stunted LGBTQ representation. Eventually, TV raised awareness on the issue.
4. Breakthroughs
68mIn 1997, Ellen DeGeneres made history by coming out on her TV show and in her personal life. But the celebration was short-lived.
5. The New Guard
72mToday's new guard of LGBTQ creators in TV has opened the door to greater representation and wider inclusivity.
Created by: David Bender
Top Cast
Janet Mock
Self - Narrator (voice)
Margaret Cho
Self - Narrator (voice)
Asia Kate Dillon
Self - Narrator (voice)
Neil Patrick Harris
Self - Narrator (voice)
Lena Waithe
Self - Narrator (voice)
Wanda Sykes
Self
Available on: Apple TV
