Mr. Femmedem and I loved Heartstopper on Netflix.

[femmedem]

If you're looking for something that's sometimes funny, sometimes serious and always heartwarming without being Hallmarky and saccharine, you might love it, too. It's an eight-episode miniseries with half-hour episodes about a group of LGBTQ British high school friends who look out for each other, and the relationship that develops between one and ... well, no spoilers.

It's got a 100 on the Tomatometer, and 97% of the audience reviews are favorable, too.

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/heartstopper

It's a great antidote to any anger or despair you might be feeling over the state of our union.

[AZSkiffyGeek]

1. My gay friends can't stop raving about this

One was inspired to write his own LGBT coming of age novel.

[femmedem]

3. That's wonderful that it inspired your friend to write a coming of age novel!

You definitely don't need to be LGBTQ to love it.

[Tree-Hugger]

2. It has become my comfort show

I have watched the entire series multiple times. It's a great series for when the anxiety tries to take a strong hold of my brain. It's beautiful and hopeful and joyful.

I'm excited that they renewed it for seasons 2 and 3.

The actors and writer are also top notch humans and have been doing a ton for LGBTQ rights.

[femmedem]

4. "beautiful and hopeful and joyful."

Yes!

[PoindexterOglethorpe]

5. I hadn't heard of it before, and

I've added it to my watch list. Thanks.

[femmedem]

6. Enjoy! n/t

[nuxvomica]

7. So I watched the first 2 eps because of this thread

It's brilliantly done and wonderfully acted by the young cast, and I swear I was on the edge of my seat at times, like watching a thriller, because you want things to turn out okay for the kids. And it has Olivia Colman.

[femmedem]

8. I'm so glad you love it like I do! n/t

[chia]

12. Love Olivia Colman. She's one of those actors who you just know if they're in it, it's gonna be good

[bif]

9. Have you seen "Sex Education" on Netflix?

I've really been enjoying it. It's pretty edgy but very well written and acted.

[femmedem]

10. i haven't!

Edgy, very well written and acted sounds right up my alley. Thanks!

[bif]

11. And if you like it...

There are three seasons of it. All one hour episodes! One of the actors is going to be the new Dr. Who!