The L Word: Generation Q

Synopsis

In this sequel to The L Word, we continue to follow the intermingled lives of Bette Porter, Alice Pieszecki and Shane McCutcheon, along with a new generation of diverse, self-possessed LGBTQIA+ characters experiencing love, heartbreak, sex, setbacks and success in L.A.

First Air Date: 2019-12-08

Last Air Date: 2023-01-22

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 28

Created By: Ilene Chaiken

Networks: Showtime

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Top Cast

Jennifer Beals as Bette Porter
Kate Moennig as Shane McCutcheon
Leisha Hailey as Alice Pieszecki
Arienne Mandi as Dani Nùñez
Leo Sheng as Micah Lee
Jacqueline Toboni as Sarah Finley
Rosanny Zayas as Sophie Suarez
Sepideh Moafi as Gigi Ghorbani
Stephanie Allynne as Natalie "Nat" Bailey
Julian Edwards as Eli

Seasons

Season 1 (2019) - (8 Episodes)

Season 2 (2021) - (10 Episodes)

Season 3 (2022) - (10 Episodes)

Season 1 (2019)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Let's Do It Again (2019-12-08)

Ten years after we last left them, we find Bette running for mayor of Los Angeles; Shane as she returns to the city after a setback; and Alice learning to balance co-parenting with her fiancée Nat and Nat’s ex-wife Gigi and the rising success of her talk show. We meet PR exec Dani Núñez, her girlfriend and TV producer Sophie Suarez, their best friend and roommate Micah Lee, and the charming former Olympic swimmer-turned-assistant, (Sarah) Finley.
Ep. 2: Less Is More (2019-12-15)

Bette weathers continued fallout as she prepares for an LGBTQIA Center talk. Shane helps Finley, while Alice is annoyed when the network forces her to bring on a new staff member. Dani and Sophie celebrate good news as Dani begins a new job. Micah pursues a new crush.
Ep. 3: Lost Love (2019-12-22)

Bette prepares for an important mayoral debate. Alice lands a huge guest and encourages Nat to branch out. Shane visits a bar and gets embroiled in the lives of two of its employees. Dani and Sophie's families clash, Micah is unsure of where he stands with his crush, and a budding relationship forces Finley to confront some complicated aspects of her past.
Ep. 4: LA Times (2019-12-29)

Dani is forced to get involved in Bette’s personal life, Shane grapples with a big decision, Alice is profiled by a newspaper, Sophie worries that Dani is pulling back, Finley struggles with her growing feelings for Rebecca, and Micah still doesn't know where things stand with José.
Ep. 5: Labels (2020-01-05)

Bette feels guilty about lying to Angie; some unexpected news throws Shane for a major loop. Alice, Gigi and Nat find common ground. Dani and Sophie deal with a bombshell dropped on them by Dani's father. Finley bonds with Tess and Micah grows closer to José.
Ep. 6: Loose Ends (2020-01-12)

Bette and Dani reckon with the fallout of a recent scandal. Shane spends the day with Angie. Alice, Gigi, and Nat have conflicting ideas about their family life. Sophie and Finley spend a raucous night out in an effort to get their mind off of things.
Ep. 7: Lose It All (2020-01-19)

Bette is conflicted about old feelings, Shane is tested by her relationship with Quiara, and Alice gets blindsided at home and work. Meanwhile, with Dani busy with the election, Sophie feels relieved to have Finley around. Micah introduces José to his mother.
Ep. 8: Lapse in Judgement (2020-01-26)

Tensions run high on election night as Bette and Dani await the results, Shane and Quiara go through their most difficult challenge yet, and Alice takes a big swing on her show. Meanwhile, Sophie and Dani consider another big step in their relationship, Finley is forced to stop running from her past and confront her feelings, and Micah is dealt an unexpected bombshell about José. Season finale