This is also where we can yell about TV shows that were canceled way too soon .
Over the course of TV history, there have been some monumental TV shows that have focused on LGBTQ+ stories. And while they have all been incredible to watch, sadly, there is still a trend where queer characters are killed off for shock value, sometimes even in a series finale.
Named the"Bury Your Gays" TV trope, it usually shows a beloved LGBTQ+ character getting killed off for simply shock value and/or for furthering the story of a straight character. And, a lot of times, the LGBTQ+ character’s death comes after a moment of happiness.
Despite years of shows being called out for using this trope, many still consistently do it, with notable recent examples includingThe 100,Killing Eve, and more.
However, alongside the shows that have missed the mark, there are also countless incredible LGBTQ+–centered shows that give queer characters the happy endings they deserve.
So, here are 21 of my favorites that I recommend all the time:
1.Wynonna Earp
2.Our Flag Means Death
3.Heartstopper
4.Derry Girls
5.Feel Good
6.She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
7.The Magicians
8.One Day at a Time
9.A League of Their Own
10.Dickinson
11.Sex Education
12.Station 19
13.Brooklyn Nine-Nine
14.The Wilds
15.Legends of Tomorrow
16.Lucifer
17.The Bold Type
18.Teenage Bounty Hunters
19.Love, Victor
20.The Haunting of Hill House
21.And finally,Schitt’s Creek
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This is also where we can yell about TV shows that were canceled way too soon.