: GLAAD's 20th Annual Where We Are on TV Report counted 33 transgender characters (6.7% of all LGBTQ characters) across broadcast, cable, and streaming platforms, an increase of nine characters from the previous year.

: Despite growth, 61% of these transgender characters (20 individuals) will not return in 2026 due to series endings or cancellations. Major cancellations include Clean Slate (Amazon), Heartstopper (Netflix), and The Umbrella Academy (Netflix).

For the 2024–2025 season, transgender representation on television saw a marked increase in raw numbers, though it remains a small fraction of overall content.

Representation in theatrical and major studio releases has faced a recent downturn, often relegated to background roles.