What Would The Yearning Watch: May 2025

What’s new and queer on screen this month?

The sun is finally shining! It’s the perfect time to snuggle up on the couch for a good rot sesh, no? So, let’s take a look at what queer TV and movies are coming your way this month.

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New in May

The Four Seasons (May 1st)

What is it about? In this remake, six old friends head for a relaxing weekend away only to learn that one couple in the group is about to split up.

Gay, in what way? The three couples include one gay couple, Danny (Colman Domingo) and Claude (Marco Calvani).

Where to watch? Netflix

Poker Face: Season 2 (May 8th)

What is it about? Season 2 of the mystery-of-the-week series following Charlie Cale (Natasha Lyonne), who has an extraordinary ability to determine when someone is lying.

Gay, in what way? Even though Natasha is directing an AI movie (ugh), she’s still a lesbian icon. The season will also feature Melanie Lynsky, as well as queer actors Cynthia Erivo, Awkwafina, Alia Shawkat, Patti Harrison, Sherry Cola and Taylor Schilling.

Where to watch? Peacock