Realrockerhalloween The original queer as folk was a statement that gay wasn't a stereotype with a lisp or acting feminine but normal everyday people and was the first to show explicit sex scenes between same sex couples. Unlike the American version it showed a more realistic portrayal of what to expect from the gay scene like all hookups won't be Abercrombie models or the harsh homophobia to come once out of the closet. Only running for two seasons it managed to tell the story of two friends, Stuart and Vince, who have known each other their whole lives share a special bond and learn it has turned into love. A wrench is thrown in when a one night stand, fifteen year old Nathan wants to be with his first love Stu and will doing to prove himself worthy.Unlike the happily ever after presented in the remake the two friends actually end up together. Nathan is shown as the annoying obsessive teenager instead of a water down romantic who gets what he wants and providing false hope perusing a relationship will make it come true.Another addition I liked was Vince was shown to be a grown up instead of a mamas boy who struggles to get out from under her thumb and his passion for Dr. Who rivals my own making him very like able. Also adding in humour was brilliantly written making it fun instead of boring mellow drama from Brian Kinny missing Justin for the 18th time.Queer as folk is by no comparison better in most ways then it's American counterpart for refusing to water down raw material to please the fan base. It truly was an exceptional series.

misssofie7 Having never watched this back when it was on TV back in the late 90's I finally caught this on Netflix. I guess I thought it was irrelevant being far from gay and not really being particularly interested in that scene. I'm happy to say I was wrong. Gay, straight, in-between, whatever...this is a story about love and sex and how you deal with those emotions in a modern world. It is very clever - cleverly written and cleverly acted. Especially Aidan Gillen stands out and carries the role of the emotionally shut off Stuart with the perfect mixture of charm and arrogance. He is a real anti-hero. Just when you're convinced he is a right bastard, he surprises you.The show is also interesting to watch these almost 15 years after it aired. I keep reading about how shocking it was and times must have changed because I didn't find it shocking at all. Sure, there is partial nudity but nothing explicit and sure: it deals with homosexuality - doesn't shock me. It's sort of a "Sex and the City" for the gay man. Also I find it refreshing that Queer As Folks for the most part stays clear of the stereotypical over-the-top and almost feminine "gay man" as seen in shows like "Will and Grace". Different times back then perhaps? The ending was, giving no spoilers, not really up to par in my opinion. But I guess they had to end it somehow and it feels like they were in a hurry. It did seem a little far fetched. In some ways I would kinda like to see how Stuart and Vince live life in their 40s but at the same time a reunion done poorly would be devastating when the original is so enjoyable. Cannot do anything but recommend watching it. Gay, straight, whatever...

nikkimjb THE best, and most realistic, series that I have ever seen. Gives a great view of Manchesters gay community from a male perspective. If you get the chance to see it DO DO DO!!!

Axel Otterberg This series are really the best gay-soap of all times!! It's never boring, you get always a laugh and the characters will be more interesting by every episode of the series. I think that this TV-series will go to the classics... Well, I hope so. I'll give it 12/10 (!)