Iranian Gay Movies & Short Films

Be Like Others

2008 Documentary

An intimate look at life in Iran through the eyes of young men undergoing gender-change surgery, challenging societal norms and exploring personal identity amidst cultural expectations.

SHORT FILM

And Just Two More

2021 Drama

In Iran, a man living with his male mannequin lover faces bureaucratic hurdles to include his companion in the national census.

SHORT FILM

Mani

2020 Drama

Mani, a 12-year-old boy, navigates his crush on the family driver during a transformative day.

SHORT FILM

The Word

2021 Drama

As a son tries to teach his aging, closed-minded father to drive, we learn of the abuse, patriarchal entitlement and casual homophobia he’s had to endure. Sometimes it’s impossible to teach an old dog new tricks.

SHORT FILM

Mermaid

2020 Drama

After leaving home and school to live as her authentic self, Milad disappears without a trace. When three classmates realize she's gone, they set out to find her, uncovering the struggles and sacrifices behind her decision along the way.

Dog Sweat

2010 Drama

Six young Iranians navigate the complexities of private desires within a conservative Islamic society.

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Cesarean Weekend

2026 Drama

At a summer villa by Iran's Caspian Sea, Milad and Armin share a carefree weekend with friends until news of Bita's pregnancy unsettles their fragile bond. As their fathers arrive the next day, buried tensions surface, forcing each generation to confront love, family, and the weight of responsibility.

SHORT FILM

Adjustment

2022 Drama

A nine-year-old effeminate boy, Shahrokh, humiliated by his family and friends, decides to adapt to his new identity in an inspiring way.

Summer with Hope

2022 Drama

A prestigious competition sets the stage for a conspiracy of collusion between two young swimmers, family members, and their communities.

SHORT FILM

Godmother

2021 Drama

On the way to celebrate Raha's birthday, Keyhan struggles with a secret he can no longer keep. As the moment to confess draws closer, he must overcome his fear and face the possibility that one honest conversation could change their relationship forever.

SHORT FILM

Bro

2021 Drama

Mehrad is a 20-year-old queer from the upper-middle-class Tehran. Despite the social practices of his class, he decides to deal cocaine in his underground party community and today, he’s going to buy 200 grams of cocaine for the first time.

SHORT FILM

Nicki

2020 Drama

A trans woman is on her way to a job interview in Tehran when something traumatizing happens.

Iranian Gay Movies & Short Films

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Be Like Others

And Just Two More

Mani

The Word

Mermaid

Dog Sweat

Cesarean Weekend

Adjustment

Summer with Hope

Godmother

Bro

Nicki

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