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What to Watch After It's a Sin
From Boot Camp to Coming‑of‑Age: Four Queer Stories That Echo ‘It’s a Sin’
If you were moved by the defiant optimism and tight‑knit camaraderie of "It's a Sin," you’ll find a resonant quartet waiting to expand that emotional landscape. From the freshly minted battlefield of self‑discovery in "Boots," to the tender neurodiverse household of "As We See It," the groundbreaking legacy of "Queer As Folk," and the raw teenage honesty of "In My Skin," each recommendation offers a distinct yet familiar pulse that keeps the conversation about love, loss, and LGBTQ resilience alive.
Together, these titles map a spectrum of queer storytelling: "Boots" brings a contemporary, militarized backdrop that mirrors the era‑defining struggle of the 80s; "As We See It" delivers an audience‑loved, heartfelt look at everyday challenges with humor and sincerity; "Queer As Folk" stands as the classic pillar that first dared to put gay lives front‑and‑center on television; and "In My Skin" provides the closest semantic echo, blending coming‑of‑age angst with poignant LGBTQ themes. Whether you crave new narratives, beloved fan picks, or seminal series, this curated set promises to deepen the connection you felt with the original miniseries.
Why these shows are similar to It's a Sin
A chronicle of five friends during a decade in which everything changed, including the rise of AIDS.
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Boots
TV • 2025
comedy • drama • war_politics
Why Watch Next
This fresh, critically praised series captures the same blend of humor and heartbreak as "It's a Sin," following a closeted gay teen navigating a hostile military world, offering a modern take on identity and solidarity.
Overview
After impulsively joining the U.S. Marine Corps, a bullied teen finds new purpose — and unexpected brotherhood — with his motley team of fellow recruits.
As We See It
TV • 2022
comedy • drama
Why Watch Next
A fan‑favorite that mirrors the emotional intimacy of "It's a Sin" through its compassionate portrayal of three autistic roommates, delivering the same mix of hope, friendship and societal challenge.
Overview
Finding love, making friends, getting a job, adulting. Watch as three roommates on the autism spectrum navigate their early 20s with all its joy, tears and laughter. With the help of their families, aide, and sometimes even each other, these roommates experience setbacks and celebrate triumphs on their own unique journeys towards independence and acceptance.
Queer As Folk
TV • 2000
drama
Why Watch Next
This iconic drama pioneered LGBTQ storytelling, echoing the community‑centered spirit of "It's a Sin" while adding brash humor and a decade‑spanning look at love, activism and resilience.
Overview
Brash humor and genuine emotion make up this original series revolving around the lives, loves, ambitions, careers and friendships of a group of gay men and women living on Liberty Avenue in contemporary Pittsburgh, PA. The show offers an unapologetic look at modern, urban gay and lesbian lives while addressing the most critical health and political issues affecting the community. Sometimes racy, sometimes sensitive and always straight to the heart.
In My Skin
TV • 2018
drama • comedy • family
Why Watch Next
A critically lauded series that aligns closely with the thematic core of "It's a Sin," exploring queer identity, mental‑health struggles, and the fierce bonds of chosen family in a teen setting.
Overview
Coming-of-age story of 16-year-old Bethan, who we follow as she deals with the comical but painfully real anxieties and insecurities of teenage life, along with the stark reality of a home life that is far removed from what she projects to her friends.