Equal (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Series · ★ 1.3
Released in 2020, Equal is a documentary and drama series.
What it’s about. This four-part LGBTQ+ docuseries chronicles the untold events leading up to the Stonewall Uprising, honoring the rebels of yesteryear with never-before-seen archival footage along with stylistic depictions that bring to life the gripping and true backstories of these leaders and unsung heroes.
Who’s in it. Equal stars Billy Porter as Narrator, Cheyenne Jackson as Dale Jennings, Anthony Rapp as Harry Hay and Shannon Purser as Del Martin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.3/10, Equal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Equal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Equal tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Equal (2020)?
- In US, Equal is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Equal worth watching?
- Equal holds an audience score of 1.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Equal?
- Equal stars Billy Porter, Cheyenne Jackson, Anthony Rapp, Shannon Purser and Heather Matarazzo.
- When was Equal released?
- Equal was released in 2020.