Season 2
(2002)
Overview
The second season of the groundbreaking and critically-acclaimed series continues to follow the lives of Brian, Michael, Justin, Emmett, Ted, Melanie and Lindsay and their friends, families and lovers. Emotions and passions swirl around this group of gay men and women as they deal with the struggles and joys of life and love. A compelling blend of graphic sexual scenes with strong dialogue and witty comedy, "Queer As Folk" remains a controversial yet provocative and ultimately intriguing drama.
Cast
as Brian Kinney
as Justin Taylor
as Michael Novotny
as Emmett Honeycutt
as Ted Schmidt
as Debbie Novotny
as Lindsay Peterson
as Melanie Marcus
as Ben Bruckner
as Vic Grassi
Episodes
Home Is Where the Ass Is 9.1
January 6, 2002
Suffering post-trauma after the bashing, Justin can't remember the fateful night and Brian can't forget it. Lindsay pop…
All Better Now 8.7
January 13, 2002
Justin is unable to process Chris Hobbs' attack, or to accept physical contact, despite Brian's best efforts. Ted is fi…
Hypocrisy: Don't Do It 6.8
January 20, 2002
Will Brian accept a Hero Award for saving Justin? Ted's favorite author, Howard Bellweather, is in town to protest Bria…
Pride 6.8
January 27, 2002
Brian, Michael, Justin, Emmett, Ted, Lindsay, Melanie and Debbie all overcome various obstacles to show their PRIDE in …
...Wherever That Dream May Lead You 8.7
February 3, 2002
Having lost hand control from his bashing, Justin's quits art school (he's lost the fine motor skills needed to hold a …
Mixed Blessings 9.0
February 10, 2002
Justin and Brian negotiate their relationship – it's not like your parents! Ted's new business flourishes thanks to Emm…
The Leper (Hath the Babe Not Eyes?) 6.6
February 17, 2002
Michael decides to continue dating HIV positive Ben, despite the objections of Brian, Ted, Emmett, and his mother, Debb…
Love for Sale 8.7
March 3, 2002
Michael tries to forget Ben by re-entering the dating scene. Justin has an encounter with a boy closer to his age than …
Accentuate the Positive 8.3
March 10, 2002
Michael fights to get Ben back in his life – he has to prove he can handle the HIV positive situation. Brian is introdu…
Priorities, Please! (Beat the Time) 8.7
March 17, 2002
Michael mourns the death of his comic book hero, Captain Astro, while Debbie finds a real life murder victim behind the…
The Wedding 7.0
March 31, 2002
It's time for Lindsay and Melanie's wedding! It promises to be a day of beauty and love, provided they can overcome the…
One Degree of Brian Kinney 8.7
April 7, 2002
Michael has trouble dealing with the news that his new boyfriend Ben once slept with his best friend Brian. Debbie need…
It's Because I'm Gay, Right? 8.7
April 14, 2002
Divina Devore, Pittsburgh's very own drag queen is back in town! She dated Debbie 30 years ago, and (s)he looks a lot l…
The Dangers of Sex and Drugs 8.7
April 28, 2002
Justin's making too much money as a go-go dancer to care about his suffering schoolwork. George offers to take Emmett o…
Rage Against This Machine 9.0
May 5, 2002
Michael and Justin join forces to create their own comic book. Emmett is barred from speaking at George's funeral. Mela…
You Say It's Your Birthday! I Couldn't Care Less! 8.3
May 12, 2002
Brian ignores Justin's birthday, so Melanie and Lindsay take him to a violin concert – where he meets the gorgeous and …
You Can Leda Girl to Pussy 6.5
May 26, 2002
Brian has to cancel plans with Justin to impress his new boss at work. Emmett receives a VERY generous gift from the la…
Sick, Sick, Sick 9.0
June 2, 2002
Michael's worst fears come true when Ben is hospitalized. Justin wishes Brian was more romantic – like Ethan. Emmett co…
Bowling for Equality 6.8
June 9, 2002
Michael is tempted to expose Justin's affair with Ethan to Brian. Ted's become immune to porn. Melanie and Lindsay ask …
Out with a Whimper 8.3
June 16, 2002
RAGE GAY CRUSADER: Issue #1. Michael and Justin's comic is ready to come out, and Brian's throwing a massive release pa…