If you want some wholesome masculine tv vibes, PLEASE check out King of Drag

[u/FullPruneNight]

This show is maybe the most positive masculine energy I’ve ever seen on TV. The casting is fantastic. Not only is every single person likable, compelling, and incredibly talented, the cast is also incredibly diverse in age, race, body type, gender, and location.

At least a third of the kings come from deep red states (shoutout to my fellow red state queers), and at least half are transmasculine, and I think a couple more are nonbinary. I’ve never gotten to see even two transmasc people on the same show, let alone six. I’ve never seen a reality show that is so overtly trans-centered.

The relationships between the kings are so incredibly supportive and kind and compassionate, and the artistry on display is absolutely phenomenal. I think this is in part where having such a large portion of the cast be transmasc really shines: masculinity is a hard-won thing for them that they love and respect. Some of the looks are incredibly powerful, and some are just such lighthearted fun playing around with different masculine archetypes.

Have I mentioned it’s hosted by the legendary Murray Hill?

I won’t lie, the first couple episodes are pretty rough production-wise, and the entire show was filmed on a shoestring budget in 6 days, and it feels as scrappy as it is. But the production quality improves after the first 2 episodes, and the show is worth a watch regardless.

Even if you are not normally into drag or reality competitions, I highly encourage you to at least check out a single episode, in the middle of the season even if you have to. I think this show has a lot of wholesome positive things to say about masculinity, and about what it can look like. It’s free to watch with no sign up required on queer streaming service Revery.

[u/III-Saurus]

I’m so glad you suggested this show. I’ve watched Ru Paul before and generally enjoyed it, but this show absolutely blew me away. The vulnerability and connection between the contestants was very refreshing compared to the usual cattiness on other drag shows, and the contestants were very funny and genuinely made me laugh. I absolutely followed some of these kings on Instagram to see their artistry grow! Hope there’s a second season!

[u/FullPruneNight → u/III-Saurus]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it! It really is a lovely and refreshing show, especially compared to some of the catty drama on drag race. The King of Drag subreddit has pictures of some of the eliminated kings’ unshown looks, and they’re great!

It’s not king-specific, but if you like this supportive energy, check out Canadian drag show Call Me Mother, about young amateur drag artists being supporting by more established drag mothers.

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