The documentary affirms the queer legacy of The Rocky Horror Picture Show by portraying its characters and themes as vital sources of joy, liberation, and community for LGBTQ+ individuals. It centers personal stories of identity exploration and acceptance, underscoring the film's enduring role in countering prejudice through celebratory narratives of found family and self-expression.

Strange Journey celebrates the transgender dimensions of The Rocky Horror Picture Show through Dr. Frank-N-Furter's embodiment of queer liberation and visibility. Richard O'Brien's reflections on his gender identity underscore the character's origins in personal adversity turned empowerment, while fan narratives highlight enduring community support for trans lives.

The documentary portrays the Rocky Horror fandom as a chosen family offering belonging, safety, and emotional support, especially for queer individuals navigating identity and trauma. This emphasis on alternative, community-based family structures over traditional biological ties drives a progressive framing of family norms.