The film acknowledges Ronnie Kray's bisexuality as an integral part of his character, depicting his relationships with men without explicit judgment. His queer identity is neither affirmed nor denigrated, but rather presented factually within the context of his violent and unstable life, leading to a neutral overall portrayal.

The film 'Legend' features Leslie Holt, a transsexual woman, as a recurring character in the Kray twins' criminal world. Her identity is present but not central to the narrative. While period-specific language is used by other characters, the film itself neither explicitly affirms nor denigrates her identity, portraying her as an accepted, albeit minor, part of their social fabric.