Queer As Folk Season 2

Synopsis

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.

Main Cast

Gale Harold

Brian Kinney

Age : N/A | Popularity : 4%

Randy Harrison

Justin Taylor

Age : N/A | Popularity : 5%

Hal Sparks

Michael Novotny

Age : N/A | Popularity : 3%

Peter Paige

Emmett Honeycutt

Age : N/A | Popularity : 32%

Scott Lowell

Ted Schmidt

Age : 60 | Popularity : 16%

Sharon Gless

Debbie Novotny

Age : N/A | Popularity : 2%

Thea Gill

Lindsay Peterson

Age : 55 | Popularity : 27%

Michelle Clunie

Melanie Marcus

Age : N/A | Popularity : 2%

Episodes

Episode 1

06 January 2002 - Home Is Where the Ass Is

Suffering post-trauma after the bashing, Justin can't remember the fateful night and Brian can't forget it. Lindsay pops the question to Melanie at her sister's wedding. Michael returns to Pittsburgh just as Chris Hobbs is sentenced.

Episode 2

13 January 2002 - All Better Now

Justin is unable to process Chris Hobbs' attack, or to accept physical contact, despite Brian's best efforts. Ted is fired for surfing porn at work. Michael and Emmett take jobs as naked waiters. This time, it's Melanie who proposes to Lindsay.

Episode 3

20 January 2002 - Hypocrisy: Don't Do It

Will Brian accept a Hero Award for saving Justin? Ted's favorite author, Howard Bellweather, is in town to protest Brian's award while collecting his own. Emmett's working for fabulous men who seem like the politically correct characters of the new gay TV drama, "Gay as Blazes!" Michael wants to reconnect with Brian at the comic convention.

Episode 4

27 January 2002 - Pride

Brian, Michael, Justin, Emmett, Ted, Lindsay, Melanie and Debbie all overcome various obstacles to show their PRIDE in Pittsburgh's annual parade.

Episode 5

03 February 2002 - ...Wherever That Dream May Lead You

Having lost hand control from his bashing, Justin's quits art school (he's lost the fine motor skills needed to hold a brush.) Michael decides to quit the Big Q and risks all to buy a comic book store. Ted ditches his new accounting job to start his own porno website.

Episode 6

10 February 2002 - Mixed Blessings

Justin and Brian negotiate their relationship – it's not like your parents! Ted's new business flourishes thanks to Emmett. Could one of Michael's first customers turn out to be the love of his life? Lindsay can't stand Ted's dirty little business. Melanie shares a dirty little secret of her own.

Episode 7

17 February 2002 - The Leper (Hath the Babe Not Eyes?)

Michael decides to continue dating HIV positive Ben, despite the objections of Brian, Ted, Emmett, and his mother, Debbie. Lindsay and Melanie struggle to get money for their wedding from Lindsay's parents. Success on Ted's porno website is swelling Emmett's... ego.

Episode 8

03 March 2002 - Love for Sale

Michael tries to forget Ben by re-entering the dating scene. Justin has an encounter with a boy closer to his age than Brian. Emmett is surprised when he meets his secret admirer – very surprised.

Episode 9

10 March 2002 - Accentuate the Positive

Michael fights to get Ben back in his life – he has to prove he can handle the HIV positive situation. Brian is introduced to his mother's minister – but they've already met (not in church). Ted has a really hard time dealing with some performance enhancing drugs.

Episode 10

17 March 2002 - Priorities, Please! (Beat the Time)

Michael mourns the death of his comic book hero, Captain Astro, while Debbie finds a real life murder victim behind the diner. Emmett helps George to enjoy himself. Melanie & Lindsay are inspired by the contents of Lindsay's Granny Faye's secret letters.

Episode 11

31 March 2002 - The Wedding

It's time for Lindsay and Melanie's wedding! It promises to be a day of beauty and love, provided they can overcome the many obstacles fate throws in their path. Brian, Emmett, Ted, George, Vic, Debbie, Michael, and Justin all pitch in to make sure they succeed.

Episode 12

07 April 2002 - One Degree of Brian Kinney

Michael has trouble dealing with the news that his new boyfriend Ben once slept with his best friend Brian. Debbie needs to do something about the dead boy found behind her diner. She impresses Detective Horvath with her sleuthing. Ted gets a shot at being accepted by the elite A-Gays of Pittsburgh.

Episode 13

14 April 2002 - It's Because I'm Gay, Right?

Divina Devore, Pittsburgh's very own drag queen is back in town! She dated Debbie 30 years ago, and (s)he looks a lot like Michael. Justin becomes a go-go dancer at Babylon to earn money for school. Melanie and Lindsay struggle to get Gus accepted for preschool.

Episode 14

28 April 2002 - The Dangers of Sex and Drugs

Justin's making too much money as a go-go dancer to care about his suffering schoolwork. George offers to take Emmett on a world tour! Detective Carl Horvath returns to the diner, to ask Debbie out on a date.

Episode 15

05 May 2002 - Rage Against This Machine

Michael and Justin join forces to create their own comic book. Emmett is barred from speaking at George's funeral. Melanie and Lindsay enlist Leda to help renovate their attic.

Episode 16

12 May 2002 - You Say It's Your Birthday! I Couldn't Care Less!

Brian ignores Justin's birthday, so Melanie and Lindsay take him to a violin concert – where he meets the gorgeous and talented Ethan. Michael's surprise party for Ben is a disaster. Ted falls for Luke – he seems perfect, but can he accept Ted's career in porn?

Episode 17

26 May 2002 - You Can Leda Girl to Pussy

Brian has to cancel plans with Justin to impress his new boss at work. Emmett receives a VERY generous gift from the late George. Melanie and Lindsay fight off the dreaded Lesbian Bed Death.

Episode 18

02 June 2002 - Sick, Sick, Sick

Michael's worst fears come true when Ben is hospitalized. Justin wishes Brian was more romantic – like Ethan. Emmett considers a million-dollar offer to keep his relationship with George a secret.

Episode 19

09 June 2002 - Bowling for Equality

Michael is tempted to expose Justin's affair with Ethan to Brian. Ted's become immune to porn. Melanie and Lindsay ask Leda to leave. Bowling Showdown: Cops vs. Queers!

Episode 20

16 June 2002 - Out with a Whimper

RAGE GAY CRUSADER: Issue #1. Michael and Justin's comic is ready to come out, and Brian's throwing a massive release party at Babylon. Justin is forced to choose between Brian and Ethan. Ben's going away for six months, but only with Michael's blessing. Ted's in love – with Emmett!

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Costume & Make-Up	Costume Designer	Patrick Antosh
Crew	Security	Jason Gradwell
Department	Role	Name

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