Banshee offers a largely positive portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters, primarily through Kurt Bunker, a complex and capable gay man whose identity is treated with dignity and respect. His relationships are depicted normally, and any challenges faced by LGBTQ+ characters are framed as external forces, affirming their worth and resilience within the narrative.

Banshee features Job, a central, gender-nonconforming character portrayed with significant complexity, agency, and skill. While Job endures extreme violence inherent to the series, their identity is never a source of ridicule or degradation. The narrative consistently values Job's contributions and life, resulting in a net positive portrayal.

The show features multiple female characters, including Carrie Hopewell and Nola Longshadow, who are depicted as highly skilled in close-quarters combat. They frequently engage in and win physical fights against multiple male opponents using martial arts, hand-to-hand techniques, and melee weapons.

The film portrays the Amish community, a Christian denomination, with respect and sympathy. While their strict lifestyle is shown, the narrative primarily positions them as victims of violence and corruption, condemning the actions of those who exploit or harm them, rather than critiquing their faith itself.