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Gay Films from 2016

Discover gay movies and short films released in 2016, featuring gay films from around the world across drama, romance, comedy, thriller and more. You can also find out where to watch these films.

All Gay Films from 2016

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2016 Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Two men meet at the end of a plane ride only to become entwined in their own love story.
Tomer and Elias
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Tomer and Elias

2016 Drama
Coming of age film about Sven, a boy who feels trapped in his own family which only consists of duos. His brother Alex in return tries to keep Sven by his side through the same methods his parents use.
Glamour Dolls

Glamour Dolls

2016 Comedy, Drama
Follow the journey of two aspiring night workers as they navigate their ambitions to break into the world of acting amidst personal and professional challenges.
Teenage Kicks

Teenage Kicks

2016 Drama
Miklós is coming to terms with his own sexuality, and when his best friend Dan reveals that he has a new girlfriend, this puts an end to their plans to run away together.
Palace of Fun

Palace of Fun

2016 Romance
During a scorching heat-wave in Brighton, a mysterious wanderer disrupts the lives of a wealthy brother and sister.
Before the Fall

Before the Fall

2016 Comedy, Drama, Romance
Ben, a stylish attorney, and Lee, a rugged welder with a troubled past, find common ground and unexpected love during a hiking trip.
Retake

Retake

2016 Drama, Romance
A lonely middle-aged man hires a night worker to retrace a poignant road trip from his past, seeking closure and connection.
bwoy

bwoy

2016 Drama, Thriller
Following the death of his young son, Brad O'Connor becomes obsessed with a young Jamaican man online, leading to a confrontation that forces him and his wife to confront their grief and strained marriage.
What’s the Matter with Gerald?

What’s the Matter with Gerald?

2016 Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
A hypochondriac tests his partner's patience by embracing unconventional healing methods, navigating love amidst eccentricity and uncertainty.
Do You Take This Man

Do You Take This Man

2016 Drama
Daniel and Christopher navigate wedding drama with the support of friends and family, confronting challenges that threaten their relationship's future.
Confessions

Confessions

2016 Comedy, Horror, Musical
Ten gay men share their secrets in a collection of short stories, ranging from funny to shocking, revealing the complexities of their lives.
Play the Devil

Play the Devil

2016 Drama
Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival sets the stage for a transformative encounter between a struggling young man and an older businessman, reshaping their lives in unexpected ways.
I’m a Pornstar: Gay4Pay

I’m a Pornstar: Gay4Pay

2016 Documentary
Step into the intriguing, unexpected, and always candid world of straight men who choose to go Gay4Pay.
Seat in Shadow

Seat in Shadow

2016 Comedy, Drama
Enter Albert's world, an eccentric, aging painter and Jung-inspired psychotherapist. When asked to counsel his friend's grandson Ben, struggling with boyfriend issues and depression, their therapy sessions uncover as much about Albert as they do about Ben.
The Falls: Covenant of Grace

The Falls: Covenant of Grace

2016 Drama, Romance
Revisits Chris and RJ, former Mormon missionaries, as they plan to reunite years after their initial forbidden love, navigating new challenges to be together at last.
2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten

2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten

2016 Drama, Mystery, Romance
Felix, a high school achiever without many friends, finds his life transformed when the enigmatic Snyder brothers, half-American newcomers with dark ambitions, enter his world.
The Third Party

The Third Party

2016 Comedy, Romance
Andi attempts to win back her ex-beau Max, a surgeon, but complications arise when Max falls for a gay pediatrician named Christian, testing Andi's plans and emotions in unexpected ways.
Even Lovers Get the Blues

Even Lovers Get the Blues

2016 Drama
Ana, Hugo, Dalhia, Graciano, Léo, and Louis navigate a complex web of relationships and desires, testing their emotional bonds and personal boundaries.
Staying Vertical

Staying Vertical

2016 Comedy, Drama
A filmmaker juggles single parenthood while searching for inspiration for his next project, navigating the challenges of creativity and fatherhood.
Jonathan

Jonathan

2016 Drama, Mystery, Romance
A young man's world is turned upside down when he discovers a secret love affair from his dying father's past.
Tomcat

Tomcat

2016 Drama
Andreas and Stefan's idyllic life in Vienna is shattered by an unexpected act of violence, forcing them to confront their relationship and its deeper complexities.
One Kiss

One Kiss

2016 Drama
Outcasts among their peers, three teenage friends forge an unbreakable bond as they navigate the challenges of adolescence together.
Ka Bodyscapes

Ka Bodyscapes

2016 Drama
In a conservative Indian city, Haris, a gay painter, Vishnu, a rural kabaddi player, and activist Sia defy societal norms, navigating their unique struggles for acceptance and happiness.
The Ornithologist

The Ornithologist

2016 Drama, Mystery
Fernando, an ornithologist, navigates a surreal journey in a dark forest after being rescued by Chinese pilgrims, searching for elusive black storks amidst eerie encounters.
You’ll Never Be Alone

You’ll Never Be Alone

2016 Action, Drama
A mannequin-factory manager takes justice into his own hands after his cross-dressing son suffers a violent attack, inspired by a true story of determination and resilience.
Bromance

Bromance

2016 Comedy, Drama, Romance
Set against a backdrop of a serene coastal forest, three friends and a new acquaintance navigate the complexities of friendship and love amidst societal pressures.
When a Man Loves a Woman
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When a Man Loves a Woman

2016 Comedy
Amanda awakes from a one-night stand with woman she can't get away from quickly enough. Her gay friend Nick calls telling her his mother is paying a surprise visit, bringing her Victorian values with her. Will Amanda play along and bury her pride by pretending to be his girlfriend?