Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden (1990)

Goede tijden, slechte tijden has consistently offered a positive portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters and themes. Through long-running arcs and diverse storylines, it depicts queer lives with dignity, complexity, and agency, normalizing same-sex relationships and embracing evolving identities within its narrative.

The series often depicts Christian cultural practices like weddings and funerals with respect, and characters identifying as Christian are generally portrayed with sympathy, their faith serving as a personal moral compass without narrative critique of the religion itself.

When Muslim characters are featured, their faith and cultural practices are typically portrayed with respect and nuance, as integral parts of their identity. The narrative generally avoids critiquing Islam itself, focusing instead on individual character experiences.