Nikita (2010)

Nikita features a positive portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes through its main character, Alex Udinov, who is bisexual. Her same-sex relationship is depicted with dignity and emotional depth, and its tragic end is attributed to external dangers rather than her identity, affirming the worth of queer lives and love within the narrative.

The show features multiple female characters, including Nikita Mears and Alex Udinov, who are highly skilled in martial arts and hand-to-hand combat. They consistently engage in and win physical fights against male opponents, often against multiple adversaries, throughout the series.

The lead character, Nikita, was consistently portrayed by white actresses in prior film and television adaptations. In the 2010 series, the role is played by Maggie Q, an actress of Asian and white heritage, which constitutes a race swap.