55 Best Lesbian and Bisexual Shows

Let’s be real: for decades, finding a good lesbian or bisexual show felt like a scavenger hunt where the prize was usually a tragic ending. We lived on subtext, side characters, and one-off “very special episodes.” But honey, the game has changed. It’s 2026, and our cup runneth over.

We’ve officially entered the golden age of queer female television. From historical dramas based on actual lesbian diaries to sci-fi epics with sapphic heroes, there’s a show for every mood and every flavor of gay. You don’t have to squint to see the queerness anymore—it’s the whole entire plot.

So grab your remote and cancel your plans. We’ve rounded up the absolute best lesbian and bisexual shows you need to be streaming right now. Get ready to laugh, cry, and text your friends, “OMG, did you see that?”

 

 

Top-Tier TV You Can’t Miss

1. Gentleman Jack

You can stream this historical gem on HBO Max for $9.99 a month. Based on the actual coded diaries of 19th-century industrialist and legendary lesbian Anne Lister, this show is the period drama we deserved all along.

Suranne Jones gives a powerhouse performance as the unapologetically butch Anne, who’s determined to marry a woman and save her family estate. It’s a stunning story filled with romance, smart business dealings, and some of the most authentic lesbian joy you’ll ever see on screen. Finally, a historical romance where the lesbians get a happy ending!

The Downside: Some viewers find Anne’s frequent fourth-wall breaks a little jarring, but honestly, we think it just adds to her charm.

 

 

2. A League of Their Own

Catch this all-star lineup on Prime Video for just $8.99 a month. This isn’t just a remake of the 1992 movie; it’s a total reimagining that puts the queer stories front and center, where they always belonged.

Following the women of the Rockford Peaches during WWII, the show is packed with multiple queer romances, found family, and a powerful sense of community. It also tackles racism in the 1940s with a compelling storyline following a Black star pitcher. It’s warm, funny, and deeply moving prestige TV.

The Downside: In a truly villainous move, it was canceled after one season, leaving us all hanging. It’s still 100% worth the watch, but prepare to be mad.

 

 

3. Killing Eve

Get obsessed with this thriller on Hulu for $9.99 a month. This show redefined the cat-and-mouse genre with a lethal dose of sapphic obsession.

MI6 agent Eve Polastri (Sandra Oh) becomes fixated on tracking the stylish, psychopathic assassin Villanelle (Jodie Comer), and the feeling is mutual. Their magnetic, dangerous attraction drives four seasons of chic European locales, shocking twists, and sexual tension so thick you could cut it with one of Villanelle’s knives. It’s addictive, sharp, and fearless.

The Downside: We have to talk about the finale. It was… a choice. A wildly controversial one that left many fans feeling betrayed. Watch at your own risk.

 

 

And 52 More Shows to Add to Your Watchlist

4. The L Word: Generation Q

5. Orange Is the New Black

6. Feel Good

7. Dickinson

8. Wynonna Earp

9. Batwoman

10. The Haunting of Bly Manor

11. She-Ra and the Princesses of Power

12. Harley Quinn

13. Euphoria

14. Ratched

15. First Kill

16. Heartstopper

17. Yellowjackets

18. Sex Education

19. The Wilds

20. I Am Not Okay With This

21. Buffy the Vampire Slayer

22. The 100

23. The L Word

24. Pose

25. Wentworth

26. Orphan Black

27. Black Mirror: San Junipero

28. Sense8

29. Steven Universe

30. One Day at a Time

31. Broad City

32. Vida

33. The Bisexual

34. Lip Service

35. The Fosters

36. Glee

37. Pretty Little Liars

38. Legends of Tomorrow

39. Supergirl

40. Grey’s Anatomy

41. Station 19

42. Atypical

43. Schitt’s Creek

44. How to Get Away with Murder

45. Jessica Jones

46. Runaways

47. The Bold Type

48. Motherland: Fort Salem

49. High School

50. Twenties

51. Genera+ion

52. Hacks

53. Somebody Somewhere

54. The Sex Lives of College Girls

55. Doom Patrol

 

 

The Bottom Line

Look, the list of incredible shows featuring queer women just keeps growing. We’ve got comedies that will make you ugly-laugh, dramas that will break your heart (in a good way), and thrillers that will keep you up all night.

Gone are the days of settling for crumbs. Now we have a full-course meal, and it is delicious. So whatever you’re in the mood for, there’s a perfect show out there waiting for you.

Your watchlist is officially packed for the foreseeable future. You’re welcome.