From more episodes of I Kissed A Girl to the feature-length Heartstopper Forever film, there’s a lot to look forward to this month
BY NIC CROSARA, IMAGE BY BBC/TWOFOUR
Attention all lesbian, queer and trans+ screenbuffs! It’s that time of the month when we all get excited about LGBTQIA+ releases coming to cinemas and streaming platforms in the month ahead. Coming up, you’ll get to see what queer stories and talent you have to look forward to. You’ll definitely want to keep these flicks and shows on your radar.
X-Men ’97: Season 2
One of the most iconic examples of the found family trope, The X-Men comics have quite a queer history. It was great to see that in its first instalment, this show provided some non-binary visibility through its shapeshifting mutant Morph. LGBTQIA+ fans are excited to see what this superpowered group of outcasts get up to in this high-stakes second season.
Available to stream on Disney+ from 1 July
Summer’s Last Resort
In this brand-new Tubi original, Sophia Bush (Grey’s Anatomy) plays a free-spirited mum who invites her corny boyfriend on a trip with her high-strung teen daughter, Summer (Violet McGraw). Little do the lovebirds know, she’s secretly trying to break the couple up.
Available to stream on Tubi from 3 July
I Kissed A Girl season 2
Sapphic Summer is here! This instalment of IKAG has already been filled with many unforgettable moments. More episodes will be airing in July, official dates are TBC. We are eager to find out who might leave the show with a new boo.
A Year In London
This film introduces audiences to a sheltered Italian fashion student who finds herself in London for the first time. Sparks fly as she forms an intense and intimate bond with her mentor after they survive a violent robbery. When forced to choose between ambition and the love they’re afraid to name, what will they decide?
Coming to UK cinemas 17 July
Heartstopper Forever
After three seasons, the hugely popular Netflix show is concluding with a feature-length film. We’ve said “hi” to these characters many times throughout the show’s run, but we’re not ready to say goodbye! Suffice to say, it’s a bittersweet moment. In Heartstopper Forever, Nick and Charlie face their biggest challenge yet. Meanwhile, their friends are going through their own trials and tribulations. Have the tissues at the ready for more heartstopping scenes.
Available to stream on Netflix from 17 July
More July releases to have on your radar
House Of The Dragon: Season 3: Episode 4 (6 July), episode 4 (13 July), episode 5 (20 July), episode 6 (27 July) on NOW: Our queer faves will face lots of dragons and bloodshed.
Gay Vs Straight (8 July) on OUTflix: Three gay comedians, three straight ones, and a line-up of games that escalate very, very quickly.
The Hawk: season 1 (16 July) on Netflix: We’ll be tuning in for the very handsome Fortune Feimster.
The Odyssey (17 July) UK cinemas: Elliot Page, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway and Charlize Theron all in one film? Say less!
Sisters (21 July) on OUTflix: In this darkly funny tale, three women are left to fend for themselves after their patriarch drops dead mid-potato harvest.
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds: Season 4 (23 July) on Paramount+: Sci-fi lovers, the wait is almost over.
Is God Is (28 July) on DVD: Watch this Tessa Thompson-produced adaptation from the comfort of your own home.
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