Gay Documentary Movies & Short Films

Bridegroom

2013 Documentary

Shane Bitney Crone's plans to marry his partner are shattered by tragedy, leading him to confront discrimination and loss in a powerful narrative of love and resilience.

The New Black

2013 Documentary, Drama

Documents the African-American community's journey through the gay rights movement, intertwining civil rights struggles.

All Man: The International Male Story

2022 Documentary

A nostalgic and colorful peek behind the pages and personalities of International Male, one of the most ubiquitous and sought-after mail-order catalogs of the '80s and '90s.

How to Tell a Secret

2022 Documentary

Explores the act of disclosure of being HIV positive and the stigma that drives people to withhold their status in contemporary Ireland.

UnHung Hero

2013 Documentary

Follows a man's quest for answers about male anatomy, consulting porn stars, doctors, and anthropologists to unravel the mystery of size's significance.

Mr. Angel

2013 Documentary

Chronicles transgender activist Buck Angel's journey of acceptance and activism, spanning years of personal and societal challenges, offering an inspirational portrayal of resilience and identity.

SHORT FILM

Grindr Killer: How I Discovered A Serial Murderer

2016 Documentary

For more than a year, police overlooked the deaths of young gay men and missed the pattern of a serial killer. Throughout it all, one man persistently tried to sound the alarm.

SHORT FILM

Putito

2014 Documentary

Reality and fiction blend through a testimony by José Carlos Henríquez.

Matt Shepard Is a Friend of Mine

2014 Documentary

Loved ones reflect on the life and tragic death of 21-year-old Matthew Shepard, whose targeted murder in Wyoming in 1998 sparked nationwide outrage and calls for justice.

Out in the Line-up

2014 Documentary, Drama

Two gay surfers challenge surfing's taboos, joining a community pushing for acceptance and openness in the sport.

Back on Board: Greg Louganis

2014 Documentary

Olympic champion Greg Louganis faces financial struggles and returns to diving to mentor U.S. Olympic hopefuls in a bid to reclaim his former fame and stability.

Strip Jack Naked: Nighthawks II

1991 Documentary

Ron Peck talks about his experiences of growing up as a gay man, the attitudes to homosexuality in Britain, and his journey towards making his film Nighthawks (1978).

The Dickumentary

2014 Documentary

An informative exploration into the diverse aspects of the male anatomy, addressing common curiosities and misconceptions.

Misfits

2015 Documentary, Drama

Three teenagers in conservative Tulsa confront isolation and identity as they come of age in a supportive yet challenging environment for LGBT youth.

Remembering the Man

2015 Documentary, Romance

Tim and John's sixteen-year love story faces societal challenges and the specter of AIDS, immortalized in Timothy Conigrave's memoir and adapted for stage and screen.

Chemsex

2015 Documentary

Exposes London's seedy hidden world, revealing the struggles of men fighting addiction and HIV as one health worker tries to intervene.

Fulboy

2015 Documentary

Tomás, a football player, lets his brother Martín film his life off the field, exposing vulnerability and post-game realities. Fulboy delves into the intimate lives of athletes and the impact of sports fame.

SHORT FILM

The PrEP Project

2018 Documentary, Drama

Sex education for the 21st century, taking the fear out of the HIV epidemic with fun and outrageous frankness.

I’m a Pornstar: Gay4Pay

2016 Documentary

Step into the intriguing, unexpected, and always candid world of straight men who choose to go Gay4Pay.

Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood

2017 Documentary

The untold story of Hollywood legend Scotty Bowers, who chronicled his years as a matchmaker for the stars in his bestselling memoir.

Hot to Trot

2018 Documentary

Inside the world of same-sex competitive ballroom dance, four individuals navigate personal and societal challenges, showcasing the power of self-expression through dance.

The Ice King

2018 Documentary

A documentary portraying John Curry, a cultural icon in figure skating, showcasing his artistry and impact on the sport and LGBTQ+ visibility, including his struggles and triumphs.

Believer

2018 Documentary, Musical

Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons explores the treatment of LGBTQ+ members by the Mormon Church, driven by concern over Utah's rising teen suicide rates.

5B

2018 Documentary

Exploring the lives of the medical staff and patients at San Francisco General Hospital's AIDS ward during the initial stages of the epidemic.

All Male, All Nude: Johnsons

2019 Documentary

Explores the diverse lives of male strippers in Wilton Manors, Florida, including Matt Colunga and others navigating careers, relationships, and personal aspirations.

Latter Day Jew

2019 Documentary

Chronicles the journey of H. Alan Scott, a gay ex-Mormon turned Jewish convert and cancer survivor, as he navigates his spiritual quest and prepares for his Bar Mitzvah.

SHORT FILM

My Uncle’s Friend

2021 Documentary

Vicente's first love documented by his father's VHS camera.

Gay Documentary Movies & Short Films

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Bridegroom

The New Black

All Man: The International Male Story

How to Tell a Secret

UnHung Hero

Mr. Angel

Grindr Killer: How I Discovered A Serial Murderer

Putito

Matt Shepard Is a Friend of Mine

Out in the Line-up

Back on Board: Greg Louganis

Strip Jack Naked: Nighthawks II

The Dickumentary

Misfits

Remembering the Man

Chemsex

Fulboy

The PrEP Project

I’m a Pornstar: Gay4Pay

Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood

Hot to Trot

The Ice King

Believer

5B

All Male, All Nude: Johnsons

Latter Day Jew

My Uncle’s Friend

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