How to be Gay and Survive in the 90s

Some hells don’t burn.

8.020261 season

ComedyDrama

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.

New EpisodeEpisode 4 · 2026-10-25

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Looks

2026-06-28 · 38m

Ryan, a gay teenager living in Penwood—a small, conservative town where prejudice and religious hypocrisy dictate social norms.

Facades

2026-07-05 · 27m

Rumors surrounding Nate’s sexuality stir up Ryan’s social circle, forcing Nate to confront mounting pressure in Penwood.

Limits

2026-07-12 · 38m

Ryan 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.