Starring RuPaul as a broke drag queen named Ruby Red, AJ and the Queen on Netflix is a comedy-drama series about the unlikely friendship between Ruby and recently orphaned 10-year-old AJ. The series follows the pair on an adventure of a lifetime as they travel from New York to Dallas in a run-down RV, doing shows and coming up with creative ways to earn extra money.
Where to Watch AJ and the Queen
Good news! You and your family can enjoy not only AJ and the Queen but everything Netflix has to offer. With Netflix, there are no extra costs and no contracts. Watch from your smartphone, tablet, smart TV, laptop, or streaming device. Plans range from $6.99 to $19.99 a month, making it easy to pick an option that gives you access to hit TV shows, movies, documentaries, and more.
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How Many Episodes Are in AJ and the Queen?
There are 10 episodes in AJ and the Queen. The runtime of the episodes averages between 47-59 minutes. You can check the complete list of AJ and the Queen episodes and their release date below.
- “New York City”: January 10, 2020
- “Pittsburgh”: January 10, 2020
- “Columbus”: January 10, 2020
- “Louisville”: January 10, 2020
- “Mt. Juliet”: January 10, 2020
- “Little Rock”: January 10, 2020
- “Jackson”: January 10, 2020
- “Baton Rouge”: January 10, 2020
- “Fort Worth”: January 10, 2020
- “Dallas”: January 10, 2020
What Are the Critics Saying About AJ and the Queen?
AJ and the Queen has an official critics rating of 52% but has an average audience score of 90% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Bailey Jo Josie from Film Inquiry writes, “Despite some stumbles and clumsy writing, the first season of AJ and the Queen is a heartwarming, heartbreaking delight that lets you ride out every emotion while giving you a few laughs and some amazing drag, too.”
Salon’s Ashlie D. Stevens says, “AJ and the Queen can be a lot of fun… But the series is riddled with scripting snags, potentially by virtue of trying to balance camp and commentary in hour-long episodes.”
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Is AJ and the Queen Suitable for Kids?
AJ and the Queen is rated TV-14, which means some parents may find the content unsuitable for children under 14 years of age.