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Series españolas que visibilizan al colectivo LGTBQ+

Explore a diverse selection of Spanish television productions that stand out for their authentic and meaningful representation of the LGBTQ+ community. From poignant dramas to romantic comedies, these series offer stories that resonate with the queer community and highlight their experiences. Discover the most relevant Spanish fictions that address LGBTQ+ themes with sensitivity and depth, contributing to greater inclusion on the small screen. Find your next favourite series and support diverse representation in Spanish television.

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  1. 1

    El Ministerio del Tiempo (Temporada 5)

    179 Global Votes
    • Features a lesbian character

    The series features LGBTQ+ characters integrated into its time-travel narrative, such as a lesbian from the 20th century who travels to the past. It addresses the complexities of identity and sexual orientation across different historical eras, offering significant visibility within Spanish fiction.

  2. 2

    Cuéntame cómo pasó

    42 Global Votes
    • Features a gay storyline for a supporting character

      (+2)

    Cuéntame cómo pasó has been recognized for its ability to reflect Spain's social evolution, including the progressive visibility of the LGTBQ+ community. The series has addressed the reality of sexual and gender diversity across the decades, showcasing the challenges and advancements in social acceptance within the Spanish context.

  3. 3

    La otra mirada

    12 Global Votes
    • Features at least one queer character

      (+1)

    The series addresses the visibility of the LGTBQ+ community through its characters and storylines, reflecting diversity within a historical context. It presents narratives that explore the complexities of identity and relationships during a period of social change, contributing to more inclusive representation in Spanish fiction.

  4. 4

    Mariliendre

    3 Global Votes
    • Explores LGBTQ+ culture

      (+3)

    This series highlights the LGTBQ+ community through its protagonist, Meri Román, a cisgender woman who was a central figure in Madrid's gay nightlife and reconnects with her entourage of gay friends. The narrative explores relationships and experiences within the LGTBQ+ community with a musical comedy-drama approach, offering an authentic representation that has been recognized with a GLAAD award.

  5. 5

    Ser o no ser

    2 Global Votes
    • Features a 16-year-old transgender protagonist

      (+2)

    This series stands out for its authentic and moving portrayal of the transgender teenage experience through its protagonist, Joel. It sensitively addresses the emotional and social challenges faced by the LGTBQ+ community, promoting visibility and understanding.

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  7. 6

    Acacias 38

    1 Global Votes
    • Features a queer storyline

      (+4)

    This Spanish series is renowned for its courageous visibility of the LGTBQ+ community through the 'Maitino' storyline, the relationship between Maite Zaldúa and Camino Pasamar. Their forbidden love story in 1910s Spain offered significant and resonant representation for audiences. The 'Maitino' narrative became a cult phenomenon, highlighting the importance of queer representation in historical fiction.

  8. 7

    Amar en tiempos revueltos (2005-2012)

    1 Global Votes
    • Featured a popular and groundbreaking lesbian storyline

      (+1)

    The series stood out for its groundbreaking and popular lesbian storyline between the characters of Ana and Teresa, which was a principal love story during seasons four and five. This LGBTQ+ representation was pioneering on Spanish television, generating significant impact and visibility for the community.

  9. 8

    Servir y proteger

    1 Global Votes
    • Features 14 queer characters

      (+4)

    The series has stood out for its commitment to LGBTQ+ visibility, incorporating multiple queer characters and relevant storylines. It was a pioneer in including a trans actress to play a trans character, offering authentic and much-needed representation in daily Spanish television.

Frequently asked questions

This ranking evaluates Spanish television series that feature and give visibility to the LGTBQ+ community, including queer, non-binary, transgender characters and their stories.
You can participate by voting for your favorite listed series or by suggesting new Spanish series that you believe adequately showcase the LGTBQ+ community and meet the selection criteria.
The results reflect the community's popularity and recognition of Spanish series that stand out for their LGTBQ+ representation. It's not a definitive evaluation, but a guide to series appreciated for their inclusive content.
While the primary focus is on Spanish series, some notable productions from other Spanish-speaking countries like Mexico are mentioned to provide a broader context of LGTBQ+ visibility in Spanish-language television.

How we built this ranking and what to consider when choosing

Our methodology for ranking Spanish series that give visibility to the LGTBQ+ community is based on a combination of editorial relevance and community participation. We aim to highlight productions that have had a significant impact on LGTBQ+ representation.

  • We consider television series produced in Spain that feature characters and storylines relevant to the LGTBQ+ community, including representations of queer, non-binary, and transgender identities.
  • The initial selection is based on critical acclaim and popularity within the community, such as "Veneno", "Smiley", or "Física o Química".
  • The depth and authenticity of representation are valued, seeking series that go beyond stereotypes and offer rich and complex narratives.
  • Users have the opportunity to vote for their favorite series and suggest new additions, which influences the final ranking and ensures the community's voice is heard.
  • The series must be a Spanish production (or co-production with a strong Spanish presence) and available on streaming platforms or television.
  • It must include main or recurring characters who are part of the LGTBQ+ community (gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, queer, etc.).
  • The LGTBQ+ representation must be significant to the plot or character development, not merely superficial or incidental.
  • Priority is given to series that contribute to positive, diverse, and authentic visibility of the community, avoiding clichés or harmful representations.