Looking for movies and TV series with compelling lesbian protagonists? Dive into this curated list of 50 titles spanning various genres, from drama to comedy to horror. Each entry is accompanied by a brief synopsis to help you decide which ones to add to your watchlist next!
Animated & Fantasy
1. She-Ra and the Princesses of Power (2018–2020)
Synopsis: Join She-Ra, Princess of Power, as she leads a rebellion to free her land from monstrous invaders.
Comedy & Drama
2. I Am Not Okay with This (2020)
Synopsis: Follow Sydney, a teenage girl navigating high school while grappling with her family, budding sexuality, and mysterious superpowers.
3. Call My Agent! (2015–2020)
Synopsis: Delve into the lives of people working at a talent agency in Paris in this French comedy-drama.
4. The Half of It (2020)
Synopsis: Watch as smart teen Ellie Chu agrees to write a love letter for a jock, leading to unexpected friendships and romantic entanglements.
5. The Kids Are All Right (2010)
Synopsis: Experience the dynamics of a non-traditional family when two children conceived by artificial insemination bring their biological father into their lives.
6. Duck Butter (2018)
Synopsis: Two dissatisfied women make a pact to spend 24 hours together, seeking a new way to create intimacy in their relationships.
7. The World Unseen (2007)
Synopsis: Explore a dangerous relationship between two women during South Africa’s apartheid era.
8. Limetown (2019)
Synopsis: Follow journalist Lia Haddock as she unravels the mystery behind the disappearance of over 300 people at a neuroscience research facility.
9. Pivoting (2022)
Synopsis: Witness three friends as they navigate mid-life challenges, upending their lives in pursuit of happiness.
10. Betty (2020–2021)
Synopsis: Dive into the world of skateboarding with a diverse group of young women navigating life in a predominantly male-oriented sport.
Romance & Romance-Drama
11. Fingersmith (2005)
Synopsis: In Victorian England, a young thief becomes a maid to defraud a rich heiress, but plans take an unexpected turn.
12. Clementine (2019)
Synopsis: Heartbroken Karen strikes up a complicated relationship with a provocative younger woman after a one-sided breakup.
13. Desert Hearts (1985)
Synopsis: Witness the unraveling of a repressed professor’s life as she is unexpectedly seduced by a carefree, spirited young lesbian.
14. Show Me Love (1998)
Synopsis: Follow two teenage girls in small-town Sweden as they navigate friendship, love, and self-discovery.
15. The Killing of Sister George (1968)
Synopsis: Experience the unraveling life of a soap opera actress fearing her character will be written out of the series.
16. Jenny’s Wedding (2015)
Synopsis: Join Jenny as she navigates family expectations and her desire to marry her longtime partner.
17. Freeheld (2015)
Synopsis: Witness the battle of New Jersey police lieutenant Laurel Hester and her partner as they fight for equal rights in the face of terminal illness.
18. Dating Amber (2020)
Synopsis: Two school friends start a pretend straight relationship in an effort to fit in, leading to unexpected discoveries about themselves.
Horror & Thriller
19. Dead Ringers (2023)
Synopsis: Follow the Mantle twins on a mission to change the way women give birth, with eerie consequences.
20. Thelma (2017)
Synopsis: A confused religious girl denies her feelings for a female friend, triggering devastating psychokinetic powers.
21. What Keeps You Alive (2018)
Synopsis: Join a married couple as they face betrayal and danger during a remote anniversary getaway.
22. Fear Street: Part Three – 1666 (2021)
Synopsis: Discover the origins of a curse that changes the lives of Shadysiders forever.
23. Good Kisser (2019)
Synopsis: Jenna and Kate open up their relationship to an alluring stranger, exposing the faults in their foundation.
24. Herd (III) (2023)
Synopsis: A woman trapped between a zombie outbreak and warring militia groups fights to find her way back home.
Action & Adventure
25. Black Lightning (2018–2021)
Synopsis: Follow a crusading school principal who becomes the original African-American electrical superhero.
26. W.I.T.C.H. (2004–2006)
Synopsis: Five teenage girls guard the walls between parallel universes with the powers of the elements.
27. Khufiya (2023)
Synopsis: Operative Krishna Mehra grapples with her dual identity as a spy and lover while tracking down a mole selling defense secrets.
28. First Kill (2022)
Synopsis: Teenage vampires Juliette and Calliope navigate their first love and the complexities of their supernatural identities.
29. Badhaai Do (2022)
Synopsis: Shardul Thakur and Suman Singh enter a marriage of convenience, leading to chaos when Suman’s unhinged girlfriend joins them.
Crime & Mystery
30. Ten Percent (2022)
Synopsis: Agents at a London talent agency scramble to keep star clients happy after the sudden death of their founder.
31. The Persian Version (2023)
Synopsis: A large Iranian-American family uncovers a secret that leads to an exploration of the past and the discovery of their similarities.
32. Novitiate (2017)
Synopsis: Set in the early 1960s during Vatican II, a young woman training to become a nun struggles with faith, the changing church, and sexuality.
33. Limetown (2019)
Synopsis: Follow journalist Lia Haddock as she unravels the mystery behind the disappearance of over 300 people at a neuroscience research facility.
Historical & Period Drama
34. The World to Come (2020)
Synopsis: Two neighboring couples battle hardship and isolation in mid-19th century American East Coast frontier.
35. Flowers (2016–2018)
Synopsis: Delve into the lives of the eccentric Flowers family as they navigate love, loss, and dysfunction.
36. The Novice (2021)
Synopsis: A college freshman joins her university’s rowing team, embarking on an obsessive journey to make it to the top varsity boat.
37. The Girl in the Mirror (2022)
Synopsis: Alma tries to unravel her lost memory after a bizarre accident kills her classmates, leading to a journey of self-discovery.
38. Betty (2020–2021)
Synopsis: Explore the world of skateboarding through the eyes of a diverse group of young women navigating life in a predominantly male-oriented sport.
Biography & Documentary
39. Khufiya (2023)
Synopsis:
Operative Krishna Mehra grapples with her dual identity as a spy and lover while tracking down a mole selling defense secrets.
40. Show Me Love (1998)
Synopsis: Follow two teenage girls in small-town Sweden as they navigate friendship, love, and self-discovery.
41. The World Unseen (2007)
Synopsis: Explore a dangerous relationship between two women during South Africa’s apartheid era.
Family & Children
42. Khufiya (2023)
Synopsis: Operative Krishna Mehra grapples with her dual identity as a spy and lover while tracking down a mole selling defense secrets.
43. The Powerpuff Girls (1998–2005)
Synopsis: Join Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup as they use their superpowers to save Townsville from villains.
44. W.I.T.C.H. (2004–2006)
Synopsis: Five teenage girls guard the walls between parallel universes with the powers of the elements.
45. Thelma (2017)
Synopsis: A confused religious girl denies her feelings for a female friend, triggering devastating psychokinetic powers.
46. Duck Butter (2018)
Synopsis: Two dissatisfied women make a pact to spend 24 hours together, seeking a new way to create intimacy in their relationships.
Musical & Music Drama
47. Flowers (2016–2018)
Synopsis: Delve into the lives of the eccentric Flowers family as they navigate love, loss, and dysfunction.
48. Call My Agent! (2015–2020)
Synopsis: Delve into the lives of people working at a talent agency in Paris in this French comedy-drama.
Science Fiction
49. The Girl in the Mirror (2022)
Synopsis: Alma tries to unravel her lost memory after a bizarre accident kills her classmates, leading to a journey of self-discovery.
50. She-Ra and the Princesses of Power (2018–2020)
Synopsis: Join She-Ra, Princess of Power, as she leads a rebellion to free her land from monstrous invaders.
These 50 movies and TV series offer diverse representations of lesbian protagonists across various genres, providing engaging storytelling and nuanced character development. Whether you’re in the mood for romance, comedy, drama, or horror, there’s something on this list to suit every preference. So grab some popcorn and get ready to embark on captivating journeys filled with love, friendship, and self-discovery!