Teenage vampire Juliette Fairmont (Sarah Catherine Hook) has hit vamp adolescence and is finally expected to kill and feed on actual humans. Schwab, the series puts a young lesbian twist on the classic forbidden romance between a vampire and a slayer. If you’re dying for a dose of delicious supernatural queer teen angst, look no further than “First Kill.” Based on a short story by V.E. Netflix | 2022 | TV Series | Premieres June 10 As conservative lawmakers across the nation attempt to ban educators from even acknowledging the existence of queer and trans people, this series, infusing facts with comedy and musical fun, is a vital reminder that LGBTQ+ people have existed throughout history. Narrated by queer icons and featuring an entirely LGBTQ+ ensemble cast, the five-episode series will include stories about Abraham Lincoln, Eleanor Roosevelt, Bayard Rustin, Josephine Baker, Harvey Milk, Sylvia Rivera, Marsha P.
With the help of queer historians and experts, “The Book of Queer” aims to shed light on historical figures whose contributions have been overlooked, or their queer identities erased, by mainstream society. The most appropriate way to kick off Pride Month is with a celebration of LGBTQ+ history, honoring the heroes who likely never imagined there would be a monthlong explosion of rainbow merchandise and corporate statements. Discovery+ | 2022 | TV Series | Premieres Thursday
