Offering a searing and intimate look at modern gay and lesbian relationships, Queer as Folk on Showtime is a drama series set in working-class Pittsburgh. The show follows the lives, loves, and careers of a group of queer friends against the backdrop of the cultural, political, and health issues that the community faces. In season five, the friends prepare to fight Proposition 14, an anti-gay initiative.
Where to Watch Queer as Folk Season 5
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How Many Episodes Are in Queer as Folk Season 5?
There are 13 episodes in Queer as Folk season five. The runtime of episodes averages between 46-54 mins. You can check the complete list of Queer as Folk episodes and their release date below.
Season Five
- “Move and Leave“: January 13, 2006
- “Back in Business“: January 13, 2006
- “Fags Are No Different Than People“: May 29, 2005
- “Hard Decisions“: June 5, 2005
- “Excluding and Abstemiousness“: June 12, 2005
- “Bored Out of Ya Fucking Mind“: June 19, 2005
- “Hope Against Hope“: June 26, 2005
- “Honest to Yourself“: July 3, 2005
- “Anything in Common“: July 10, 2005
- “I Love You“: July 17, 2005
- “Fuckin’ Revenge“: July 24, 2005
- “Mr. Right (Never Broke a Promise)“: July 31, 2005
- “We Will Survive!“: August 7, 2005
Previous Seasons
- Season Four: April – July 2004
- Season Three: March – June 2003
- Season Two: January – June 2002
- Season One: December 2000 – August 2001
What Are the Critics Saying about Queer as Folk Season 5?
Queer as Folk Season 5 has an official critics rating of 67% and an average audience score of 92% on Rotten Tomatoes. Most viewers appreciate the groundbreaking series for treating a critical subject sensitively.
Washington Post’s Tom Shales writes, “It wasn’t hard to keep watching, because even if the story line is simplistic at times, the characters have the credibility to keep one hooked, and the show continues to deal with relevant issues in ways that make good drama.”
Lewis Whittington from Culture Vulture says, “For the last season the creators Ron Cowen and Daniel Lipman wisely get back to making this a character-driven drama again instead of fitting them into overly greased plots twists.”
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Is Queer as Folk Season 5 Suitable for Kids?
Queer as Folk is rated TV-MA, which means it is meant for viewing by mature audiences only. The content material is not suitable for children under 17.
