G.B.F.

Tanner is introduced as a comic book nerd navigating the challenges of being gay at North Gateway High School. He feels isolated, being one of only two openly gay students and struggling with his identity.

Brent, Tanner's best friend, is eager to embrace his identity and wants to be Tanner's Gay Best Friend (G.B.F.). Tanner hesitates, feeling unprepared to come out to everyone at school, despite his friend's encouragement.

Brent expresses his desire to be the Gay Best Friend to three popular girls at school: Fawcett, Ashley, and Caprice. Each girl has distinct characteristics, but they all share a superficial nature that Brent admires from a distance.

The Gay-Straight Alliance at school faces challenges as it lacks any actual gay members. Soledad is tasked with finding gay students to keep the group active, highlighting the struggle for representation and understanding in the school.

Brent downloads an app on Tanner’s phone to help him meet other gay individuals. This plan backfires when Tanner's phone is taken by a teacher, leading to unintended consequences that put Tanner's privacy at risk.

Due to the app incident, Tanner is outed at school against his will, causing a rift between him and Brent. Tanner feels betrayed and decides to distance himself from his former friend, struggling with his newfound notoriety.

As Tanner navigates his new reality, he begins to receive threats from jocks who believe he's been looking at them inappropriately. This escalation of bullying heightens Tanner's anxiety as he tries to find safety and acceptance.

Despite the bullying, Tanner becomes the Gay Best Friend for the three popular girls who seek to be trendy. He recognizes that spending time with them provides a layer of protection from the hostility he faces at school.

Tanner spends quality time with Fawcett and finds she is not as shallow as she seems, as they bond over chemistry and shared interests. Meanwhile, Shley’s boyfriend Topher develops an attraction towards Tanner, creating a complicated dynamic.

Tanner unexpectedly gains popularity and is nominated for prom king, highlighting his transformation from a bullied kid to a sought-after figure at school. His blossoming relationship with Christian adds to his confidence as prom approaches.

With the school's official prom cancelled due to protests over Tanner's and Christian's right to attend, Fawcett organizes an alternative prom which initially has restrictions on attendance. The situation reflects the school's struggle with inclusivity.

Tanner meets Christian at a wild party, where he finds a connection with him amid the chaotic atmosphere. This meeting boosts Tanner's hopes for a romantic evening at prom, marking a pivotal moment in his journey.

Tanner attends prom with Fawcett, and in a surprising turn, both he and Fawcett are crowned Prom King and Queen. This moment of triumph showcases Tanner's growth and acceptance in the community despite the challenges he's faced.

On prom night, Brent attempts a prank with glitter meant for Tanner but ultimately pushes him out of the way, leading to Brent being outed. The prank underscores the complexities of friendship and acceptance in the face of adversity.

After a night of ups and downs, Tanner and Brent confront their friendship, with Tanner realizing the importance of acceptance and understanding. The experiences at prom lead both to a deeper understanding of their identities and connections with each other.