#Netflix is heading back to the ‘90s with a powerful new series that blends friendship, identity, and survival — all set against the rigid backdrop of Marine Corps boot camp.
Titled #BOOTS, the show stars Miles Heizer (13 Reasons Why, Love, Victor) in a role unlike anything he’s taken on before. The series centers on a closeted teenager and his straight best friend as they enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps, hoping to escape their small-town lives — and maybe themselves — in the process.
Premiering October 9 on Netflix, BOOTS promises a raw and emotionally charged look at masculinity, loyalty, and the cost of keeping secrets in an unforgiving environment.
A Fresh Take on Queer Storytelling
While military dramas are nothing new, BOOTS sets itself apart by exploring what it meant to be young, gay, and closeted in the hyper-masculine world of the 1990s military — before “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” was officially repealed.
Heizer’s character wrestles with identity and belonging, not only in the face of brutal training but also within the emotional minefield of his close friendship with his straight best friend, played by a yet-to-be-announced rising star.
Nostalgia Meets High Stakes
With a ‘90s setting, BOOTS is rich in era-specific detail — think military buzz cuts, Walkmans, and a pre-smartphone world where secrets were easier to keep but harder to live with. Expect a moody, cinematic aesthetic with emotional storytelling and grounded performances.
Directed by indie filmmaker-turned-series-helmer Jesse Barr, BOOTS is poised to strike a chord with both Gen Z and older viewers alike, especially those drawn to complex coming-of-age tales with real emotional depth.
First Teaser Drops — And It’s Intense
The newly released teaser offers a glimpse into the intense world of boot camp, complete with barking drill sergeants, grueling physical challenges, and stolen glances that say everything the characters can’t. The tone is tense and intimate — suggesting that this isn’t just a military drama, but a deeply personal story of survival, not just in war zones, but within oneself.
Mark your calendars: BOOTS lands on Netflix October 9.
This fall, get ready for a story about friendship, fear, and finding the courage to be yourself — even when everything around you says not to.
