
Ryan's journey as a gay teenager in the conservative and hypocritical town of Penwood during the 1990s. The story explores the challenges of growing up in an oppressive environment, where religion is often used to justify prejudice and mask the dubious behavior of the townspeople.
Season 1
6 episodes
1. LooksRyan, a gay teenager living in Penwood—a small, conservative town where prejudice and religious hypocrisy dictate social norms.TV-MACC38minJun 28, 2026
2. FacadesRumors surrounding Nate’s sexuality stir up Ryan’s social circle, forcing Nate to confront mounting pressure in Penwood.TV-MACC27minJul 5, 2026
3. LimitsRyan and Nate grapple with the challenges of accepting their identity as gay men; Mrs. Margie feels burdened by domestic chores and neglected by her husband and son; Tori seeks Gianna's guidance to raise her math grades; meanwhile, Billie's emotional anxieties resurface just before she takes the stage for the Battle of the Bands.TV-MACC38minJul 12, 2026
4. SuperheroesBillie leaves an emotional letter for Gi and Ryan, revealing that she needs to run away after her parents discover her whereabouts in Penwood.TV-MACC30minOct 25, 2026- 5. Episode 5No synopsis available yet.TV-MACC38minNov 1, 2026
- 6. GoodbyeNo synopsis available yet.TV-MACCNov 8, 2026
How to be Gay and Survive in the 90s
Some hells don’t burn.
Ryan's journey as a gay teenager in the conservative and hypocritical town of Penwood during the 1990s. The story explores the challenges of growing up in an oppressive environment, where religion is often used to justify prejudice and mask the dubious behavior of the townspeople.
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