Gay Films from 2009

Discover gay movies and short films released in 2009, featuring gay films from around the world across drama, romance, comedy, thriller and more. You can also find out where to watch these films.
A Single Man

A Single Man

2009 Drama, Romance
A 1960s Los Angeles literature professor struggles to navigate daily life following the sudden death of his partner, grappling with grief and memories that refuse to fade.
Prayers for Bobby

Prayers for Bobby

2009 Drama, Romance
True story of Mary Griffith, gay rights crusader, whose teenage son's suicide prompts her reflection on religious intolerance.
Plan B

Plan B

2009 Comedy, Drama, Romance
After being betrayed by his girlfriend Laura, Bruno's plan to sabotage her new relationship takes an unexpected turn, prompting him to question his own desires.
The Armoire
SHORT FILM

The Armoire

2009 Mystery
After a game of hide-and-seek, 11-year-old Aaron becomes determined to uncover the truth behind his missing friend's disappearance, embarking on a mysterious and thrilling journey.
From Beginning to End

From Beginning to End

2009 Drama, Romance
Two brothers' close relationship evolves into an intimate and complex bond as they navigate adulthood together.
I Love You Phillip Morris

I Love You Phillip Morris

2009 Comedy, Romance
A cop's life transforms when he comes out and pursues love after prison.
The Pit and the Pendulum

The Pit and the Pendulum

2009 Horror, Thriller
A group of students volunteer for an experiment promising to eliminate pain, only to uncover sinister truths as their peers mysteriously vanish.
Make the Yuletide Gay

Make the Yuletide Gay

2009 Comedy, Romance
A gay college student, out to his peers but not his family, faces an unexpected visit from his boyfriend during the holiday season, navigating love and identity.
The String

The String

2009 Drama, Romance
Malik returns to Tunisia from France to face his father's death, his unspoken sexuality, and childhood anxieties. His world brightens when he falls for Bilal, the charming houseboy at his mother's estate, navigating love amidst personal turmoil and societal expectations.
Sagwan

Sagwan

2009 Drama
Alfred's sexuality is complicated by a family secret that challenges his understanding of pleasure.
The Big Gay Musical

The Big Gay Musical

2009 Comedy, Musical, Romance
Two men discover self-acceptance amid the stage lights of an Off-Broadway show.
Greek Pete

Greek Pete

2009 Drama, Romance
Witness a year in the life of a London night worker, navigating love, loneliness, and the pursuit of identity.
Steam
SHORT FILM

Steam

2009 Drama, Romance
Two men find themselves trapped in a steam room, their promising encounter turning into a claustrophobic struggle to find an exit.
An Englishman in New York

An Englishman in New York

2009 Drama
The later years of Quentin Crisp's life in New York City are explored, revealing his unique perspective and experiences.
House of Boys

House of Boys

2009 Drama, Musical, Romance
Two young soulmates forge a bond while working in a male performance club, but their journey takes a tragic turn when one contracts AIDS.
Humpday

Humpday

2009 Comedy, Drama, Romance
Two friends push the boundaries of their bromance through an art film project, blurring lines between friendship and desire.
Nightswimming
SHORT FILM

Nightswimming

2009 Romance
Breaking into a swimming facility, runaways Luke and Ellen become entangled with Martin, leading to unexpected emotional conflicts.
Ander

Ander

2009 Drama, Romance
Experience a love story between a Basque farmer and a Peruvian immigrant, navigating cultural differences and deepening affection.
Mr. Right

Mr. Right

2009 Comedy, Drama, Romance
Intertwines the lives of Harry, Alex, William, Lawrence, Lars, and Tom in New York City, exploring their pursuit of love and identity amidst personal and professional challenges.
Outrage

Outrage

2009 Documentary
An indictment of closeted politicians lobbying anti-gay legislation unfolds in the U.S.
Dare

Dare

2009 Drama, Romance
In their final semester before graduation, Alexa, Ben, and Johnny push their boundaries and dive into uncharted experiences.
Redwoods

Redwoods

2009 Drama, Romance
A stagnant relationship prompts a man to seek solace in the Redwoods, where he meets a writer, reshaping their lives.
Handsome Harry

Handsome Harry

2009 Drama
A retired Navy diver fulfills a dying friend's final request, reopening old wounds and reconnecting with former comrades to uncover a buried wartime secret.
Lucky Bastard

Lucky Bastard

2009 Drama, Mystery, Romance, Thriller
Rusty, a successful architect, finds his perfect life upended when his boyfriend leaves town and he meets a mysterious drifter named Denny.
Wrecked

Wrecked

2009 Drama, Romance
Ryan's descent into drugs and risky intimacy threatens his dreams of stability.
Brüno

Brüno

2009 Comedy
Flamboyant Austrian personality Brüno embarks on a quest for renewed fame and recognition in America.
Eating Out: All You Can Eat

Eating Out: All You Can Eat

2009 Comedy, Drama, Romance
A gay online romance faces complications when one man hides behind the photo and identity of a straight man who has just returned to the area.