2026 Gay Movies & Short Films

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Leviticus

2026 Horror, Sci-Fi

Two teenage boys, Niam and Ryan, form a secret bond in a repressive small town that offers brief escape from the lives closing in around them. When a violent entity begins stalking them in the form of their deepest desire, they are forced to confront fear, repression and what it truly means to want each other.

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Heartstopper Forever

2026 Drama, Romance

Nick and Charlie are in love, but new challenges lay ahead with Nick getting ready to leave for university and Charlie taking on new responsibilities at school.

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Red, White & Royal Wedding

2026 Comedy, Romance

Follows Princess Beatrice's wedding preparations as the center of the story, with Alex Claremont-Diaz and Prince Henry navigating their relationship during the royal celebration.

COMING SOON

Club Kid

2026 Comedy, Drama

A struggling underground party promoter sees his chaotic life transformed when he discovers he has a son he never knew existed, forcing him to confront fatherhood and the mistakes of his past.

COMING SOON

The Man I Love

2026 Drama, Fantasy, Musical

Set in late-1980s New York City, actor Jimmy George, living with AIDS, prepares for what could be the final major role of his career.

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Come On In

2026 Drama, Romance

In cold, rural Colorado, a man’s car gets stuck in the mud with no cell service. He turns to a stranger for help, and what starts as a simple favor quickly turns into an unexpected, intimate encounter in a hot tub.

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Hold your Back

2026 Drama

A bitter breakup between two gay men raising a baby together erupts into a heated confrontation.

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Bookends

2026 Comedy, Drama

When Nate moves in with his grandparents after a bad breakup, the two generations' life experiences, values, and philosophies collide in exasperating, funny, and heartbreaking ways.

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The Male Gaze: Courage Under Fire

2026 Compilation

Whether it's finding the strength to speak truth to power, making a decision that will mark you as an outsider, or taking a risk that will expose a secret - these men and boys prove that sometimes courage is not learned. It is an instinct. A compilation of 5 gay short films.

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Stop! That! Train!

2026 Action, Comedy

During a massive storm, two train stewardess's must work with snooty first-class crew and President Gagwell to prevent disaster in Los Angeles.

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Gold and Rain

2026 Drama

Noa tries on a costume in private. When Robin enters, dressing becomes more than just clothing - Noa is revealing himself, unsure if Robin will notice.

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Trial of Hein

2026 Drama

After 14 years, Hein returns to his island village, but the community doesn't recognize him and demands a trial to prove his identity.

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Hidden Beach

2026 Drama, Romance

After clashing with his father, Tomás retreats to his family's beach house with his best friend and fellow dancers. There, he begins paying local men for sex while uncovering long buried family secrets. When he decides to return to ballet, his double life is exposed, leading to devastating consequences.

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My Brother’s Killer

2026 Documentary

The murder of gay adult film performer Billy London shocked West Hollywood and remained unsolved for 33 years. What begins as a documentary honoring his life soon becomes an investigation, as members of the community come together to uncover forgotten clues and search for the truth behind his killing.

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Don’t Leave Yet

2026 Drama, Romance

A late-night conversation forces two close friends to confront the weight of a love they never let go.

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Seven Minutes

2026 Drama, Romance

Two longtime friends are unexpectedly paired during a party game, forcing them to confront a curiosity neither of them saw coming

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Lip Crush

2026 Romance

A playful YouTube scent challenge between best friends Tyler and Oliver unexpectedly brings hidden romantic feelings to the surface.

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Snow in June

2026 Drama

Haunted by the death of his childhood sweetheart Richard, war veteran Leonard turns to alcohol to cope with his grief. His new friend Arthur briefly helps him find hope, but a relapse forces Leonard to confront the pain he has buried for years.

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Lunar Sway

2026 Comedy, Drama

Cliff is struggling with his love life in a desert town when he unexpectedly connects with his estranged birth mother. After learning of his mom’s string of secrets, Cliff is led on a wild misadventure while also spending time with his love interest, Stew, a mysterious dentist.

COMING SOON

Animol

2026 Drama

Inside a young offender institution, Troy is immediately pulled into a harsh system shaped by gang culture, shifting loyalties and constant threat. As he struggles to find his footing, a connection forms with another inmate, one that offers brief solace but risks exposing them both in an environment where weakness is punished.

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Alívio Divino

2026 Comedy

Between faith and secrets, João, a "good man," lives a double life. But an intimate encounter changes everything.

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Detached

2026 Drama

Flor and his best friend Otis have always done everything together, but when a conversation reveals that their bond means different things to each of them, Flor is forced to confront a friendship he thought was unbreakable.

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Lip Crush 2

2026 Romance

Two weeks after uploading their video to YouTube, Tyler and Oliver find their once fleeting kisses have become something real. As they head to Tyler’s mom’s wedding, they are forced to face the shifting boundaries of their friendship and what their growing feelings truly mean.

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The Passion According to GHB

2026 Drama

A man's hookup evolves into group encounters as he reflects on his romantic past and future, conversing with a Brazilian literary character in this magical realist queer tale.

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La Bola Negra

2026 Drama, Romance

Set across three pivotal periods in Spanish history, 1932, 1937 and 2017, the film follows three young gay men whose lives unfold in different generations yet remain deeply connected by shared experiences of love, desire and self discovery. As their stories gradually intertwine across time, unexpected connections emerge, revealing how the struggles, sacrifices and dreams of one generation can resonate through the next.

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The Kiss

2026 Drama

Two amateur actors, guilty of homophobic acts, face their first gay kiss in the middle of shooting a student short film. Soon they will discover their past, the guilt and the search for redemption will make them try a romantic and passionate kiss.

The Male Gaze: Wandering Hearts

2026 Compilation

Are we destined to make the same mistakes in life? Is my teacher attracted to me? Is this more than just a one-night stand? Will my family forgive me? What does the future hold? For these lost souls questioning their paths in life, there are a multitude of answers. A collection of 6 short films.

Gay Films from 2026

All Gay Films from 2026

Leviticus

Heartstopper Forever

Red, White & Royal Wedding

Club Kid

The Man I Love

Come On In

Hold your Back

Bookends

The Male Gaze: Courage Under Fire

Stop! That! Train!

Gold and Rain

Trial of Hein

Hidden Beach

My Brother’s Killer

Don’t Leave Yet

Seven Minutes

Lip Crush

Snow in June

Lunar Sway

Animol

Alívio Divino

Detached

Lip Crush 2

The Passion According to GHB

La Bola Negra

The Kiss

The Male Gaze: Wandering Hearts

2026 Collections

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