Queer as Folk
Based on the British series of the same name, Showtime's "Queer as Folk" presents the American version. Following the lives of five gay men in Pittsburgh, "Queer as Folk" is a riveting drama full of sex, drugs, adventure, friendship, and love. Although the creators of "Queer as Folk" wanted to present an honest depiction of gay life, it is by no means a comprehensive depiction. In addition to the usual sexual escapades and relationships of the five friends, the show explores critical gay political and health issues.
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- 2000-2005
- 5 seasons
- Showtime Networks
- Drama
- TV-MA
Based on the British series of the same name, Showtime's "Queer as Folk" presents the American version. Following the lives of five gay men in Pittsburgh, "Queer as Folk" is a riveting drama full of sex, drugs, adventure, friendship, and love. Although the creators of "Queer as Folk" wanted to present an honest depiction of gay life, it is by no means a comprehensive depiction. In addition to the usual sexual escapades and relationships of the five friends, the show explores critical gay political and health issues.
Season 1 Episode Guide
22 Episodes 2000 - 2001
Episode 1
Premiere
Sun, Dec 3, 2000 87 mins
After a night out at the club Babylon with Michael, Emmett and Ted; Brian picks up a cute guy named Justin for a night of fun.
Episode 2
Queer, There and Everywhere
Sun, Dec 3, 2000 44 mins
Michael remains closeted at work, which results in him being invited to a "straight bar". Justin tells Daphne of his night with Brian, while his mother begins to suspect as to his sexuality. Mel and Lindsay try to convince Brian to sign a life insurance policy for the sake of baby Gus. Brian becomes annoyed by this, and by Justin's continued stalking.
Episode 3
No Bris, No Shirt, No Service
Sun, Dec 3, 2000 44 mins
Lindsay and Melanie have a bris for their new baby Gus, which Brian decides to miss until Michael convinces him otherwise. Meanwhile Ted finally gets lucky with a guy, but ends up with devastating results.
Episode 4
Ted's Not Dead
Sun, Dec 10, 2000 45 mins
While Ted lies in a drug-induced coma, Brian learns he's named the executor of his friend's living will. Also, Justin's mother suspects the truth about her son's sexuality.
Episode 5
Now Approaching... The Line
Sun, Dec 17, 2000 50 mins
Michael fends off the romantic interest of a female coworker who doesn't know he's gay and instead dates a handsome chiropractor, while Brian is propositioned by a potentially lucrative client of his firm.
Episode 6
The Art of Desperation
Sun, Jan 7, 2001 50 mins
Michael's new chiropractor boyfriend gets into a tug of war with Brian over Michael, as Ted recovers from his O.D. by dating Roger, a stable but overweight chorus director.
Episode 7
Smells Like Codependence
Sun, Jan 21, 2001 49 mins
Debbie meets Dr. David; Justin's father learns the truth and decides to send Justin away to school; Brian's emotional hold on Michael and dislike for Dr. David intensifies.
Episode 8
Babylon Boomerang
Sun, Jan 28, 2001 46 mins
Justin's father attacks Brian outside Babylon; Michael gets a promotion at work; Justin moves in with Brian.
Episode 9
Daddy Dearest (Sonny Boy)
Sun, Feb 4, 2001 48 mins
Michael decides to break up with Dr. David, who surprises Michael by asking him to move in with him; Lindsay and Melanie ask Brian to relinquish his parental rights to Gus; Emmett becomes addicted to cyber-sex.
Episode 10
Queens of the Road
Sun, Feb 11, 2001 43 mins
Dr. David pressures Michael to move in with him; Brian's loft is burglarized; Justin runs away to New York City; Lindsay and Melanie begin to drift apart.
Episode 11
Surprise!
Sun, Feb 18, 2001 49 mins
Michael ends the relationship with Dr. David; Ted and Emmett get tested for AIDS; Brian throws Michael a surprise 30th birthday party and outs Michael to his co-worker; Emmett makes a pact with God.
Episode 12
Move It or Lose It
Sun, Feb 25, 2001 50 mins
Michael and Dr. David enjoy their new-found domestic bliss; Emmett joins a "conversion therapy" group; Lindsay and Melanie continue to fight about Brian, finances and their future; Ted becomes very sexually active.
Episode 13
Very Stupid People
Sun, Mar 4, 2001 44 mins
Brian sleeps with a co-worker who then files a complaint against him; Emmett continues to try to go straight; Melanie finds solace from Lindsay in the arms of another woman.
Episode 14
A Change of Heart
Sun, Mar 11, 2001 50 mins
Brian is named in the sexual harassment suit and turns to Melanie for legal advice; Emmett starts dating a woman in his continuing attempt to go straight; Michael lies to David about seeing Brian.
Episode 15
The Ties That Bind
Sun, Mar 18, 2001 50 mins
Lindsay leaves Gus in Brian's care on the weekend of the Leather Ball. Michael is nervous about meeting David's son. Ted takes a walk on the wild side. Brian comes out to his father after he learns that Jack has cancer.
Episode 16
French Fried
Sun, Apr 1, 2001 48 mins
Michael and Dr. David disagree about finances; a strange Frenchman moves in with Lindsay and Gus causing a stir; Justin is suspended from school.
Episode 17
Solution (How TLFKAM Got Her Name Back)
Sun, Apr 8, 2001 44 mins
Dr. David and Michael host a high-society fundraiser, Michael excludes the gang; Lindsay and Guillaume prepare for the big day; Justin continues to be harassed at school.
Episode 18
Surprise Kill
Sun, Apr 15, 2001 53 mins
Brian discovers David at the baths; Justin finds out his parents are getting a divorce; Ted reconnects with Blake; a hunk from Babylon hits on Michael.
Episode 19
Good Grief!
Sun, Apr 22, 2001 49 mins
In the throes of a hot session Brian gets upsetting news; Daphne asks Justin to be her first time; Ted wants Blake, despite his crystal meth addiction.
Episode 20
The King of Babylon
Sun, Apr 29, 2001 49 mins
Who will be crowned King of Babylon? An innocent trip to the mall lands Vic in jail; Brian is beaten at his own game.
Episode 21
Running to Stand Still
Sun, Jun 10, 2001 46 mins
It's time for the "King of Babylon" contest. The timing is perfect since some from our ragtag group have things to prove. And is this the night Emmett finds true love? No. No it isn't. Ted worries that Blake will fall back into crystal while snapping at his friends for not accepting him. In the meantime, a shopping trip ends with a night in jail for Vic. Will Melanie be able to save him? Stay tuned. Finally, Justin shows Brian he's not the only game in town.
Episode 22
Full Circle
Sun, Jun 17, 2001 48 mins
The gang celebrates Brian's 30th birthday, much to Brian's chagrin. Ted convinces Blake to check into rehab. Michael and David are having a goodbye party before moving to Portland, and it's time for Justin's senior prom. At the airport Michael gets a phone call that will change his plans.
