"Queer as Folk" (2000) TV series 2000-2005

User Rating:

8.4/10   

Directors:

Michael DeCarlo
John Fawcett

Writers:

Doug Guinan (writer) (episodes)
Richard Kramer (writer) (episodes)

Seasons:

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

Release Date:

3 December 2000 (USA)

Genre:

Drama

Tagline:

It's here. It's queer. Coming out December 2000.

Plot:

Based on the British series of the same name, Showtime's 'Queer as Folk' presents the American version...

Plot Keywords:

Gay | Friendship | Friend | Sex | Love

Awards:

7 wins & 26 nominations

Cast

Michelle Clunie	...	Melanie Marcus (82 episodes, 2000-2005)
Thea Gill	...	Lindsay Peterson (82 episodes, 2000-2005)
Gale Harold	...	Brian Kinney (82 episodes, 2000-2005)
Randy Harrison	...	Justin Taylor (82 episodes, 2000-2005)
Scott Lowell	...	Ted Schmidt (82 episodes, 2000-2005)
Peter Paige	...	Emmett Honeycutt (82 episodes, 2000-2005)
Hal Sparks	...	Michael Novotny (82 episodes, 2000-2005)
Sharon Gless	...	Debbie Novotny (78 episodes, 2000-2005)
Robert Gant	...	Professor Ben Bruckner (55 episodes, 2002-2005)
Jack Wetherall	...	Vic Grassi (47 episodes, 2000-2004)

Also Known As:

"Q.A.F." (USA) (informal alternative title)
"Queer as Folk USA" (UK)

Runtime:

55 min (83 episodes)

Country:

USA | Canada

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Certification:

Spain:18 | Germany:16 | Hungary:18 | New Zealand:R16 (seasons 1-2) | New Zealand:R18 (seasons 3-5) | Argentina:16 | Australia:MA (TV rating) | Australia:R | USA:TV-MA

Filming Locations:

6 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Company:

Cowlip Productions

Trivia:

In the pilot episode, Michael goes through the back room of Babylon looking for Brian. On his way, He sees another friend (who's having sex) and says, "Hey, Todd! How's it going?" Todd looks at him and says, "Fine!" A different character asks Todd the same thing in the first episode of the first, second, fourth, and fifth seasons.

Goofs:

Continuity: In the first episode of the first season when Brian pours the water over him, trying to seduce Justin, his hair is wet. In the next shot his hair is dry, then wet again.

Quotes:

Vic: Once upon a time I was a pretty decent chef.
Debbie: 'Decent?' He was another Sara Lee!
Vic: I'll take that as the compliment I'm sure was intended.

Movie Connections:

Referenced in 2005 Glitter Awards (2005) (V)

Soundtrack:

Spunk

BEST SHOW ON TV!

Before I begin, I am a 35 year old guy who tried to supress my homosexual feelings until May of this year. Now I have slowly been coming out and experiancing my true self,and "Queer as Folk" really is inspirational in hitting so many issues in the Gay society. As sexually active as some of the main characters are they always use a condom and make a point of saying so. The show came around at a great time for me, as I am still new to gay culture and want to become part of the culture, and this series,QAF really gave me glimpses of it, and I am ready to start exploring the many gay bars down in Santa Monica Blvd and perhaps meet some cool friends, or something more? Anyhow, this show is the smartest soap opera type show, gay or not, because it makes you think about things! It makes issues of very relevant topics. ANd the actors are amazing. Especially Gale Harold, as the sexy, manipulative, self serving Brian Kinny, who's portrayal is so ruthless and emotionless at times, the actor manages to sometimes show a very human, soft loving side that Brian trys to keep hidden. Hall Sparks also is another big reason to watch. He gives his character of Micheal such warmth and compassion and sincerity. Any gay guy would love to have a best friend like Micheal. And the chemistry between Brian and Micheal is undeniable. This is the best series on TV! And thanks QAF for giving me a much needed spark of interest to actively pursue the gay culture and be true to myself....