Gay Films about Close Friendships

Kill Your Darlings

2013 Drama, Romance, Thriller

In 1944, a murder brings together iconic Beat Generation poets Allen Ginsberg, Jack Kerouac, and William Burroughs, intertwining their lives amidst wartime intrigue.

Burning Blue

2013 Drama, Romance

Two Navy fighter pilots find their lives and careers thrown into turmoil as they navigate a forbidden relationship, grappling with the consequences of their love amidst military constraints and personal ambitions.

The Astronaut Lovers

2024 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Arriving in Argentina for a vacation at his family's home, a man reconnects with a childhood friend and finds himself increasingly attracted to him.

G.B.F.

2013 Comedy, Drama, Romance

After being inadvertently outed by classmates, Tanner becomes the "gay best friend" to three high school queen bees, navigating friendship, identity, and acceptance.

C.O.G.

2013 Comedy, Drama

A confident young man ventures to an Oregon apple farm, where his preconceptions are shattered as he confronts new experiences and forms unexpected connections.

I Wish You All the Best

2024 Drama

A non-binary teenager, cast out by their parents, sets off on a personal journey, uncovering deep truths about love, friendship, and the meaning of family.

Snails in the Rain

2013 Drama, Romance

In 1989 Tel Aviv, linguistics student Boaz grapples with anonymous love letters that challenge his identity, disrupting his life with his girlfriend.

SHORT FILM

Banana

2018 Drama

An Asian-Canadian gay man struggles to navigate the online dating scene while concealing feelings for his best friend.

The Last Straight Man

2014 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Lewis arranges yearly secret meetings with his straight best friend and crush, Cooper, exploring their changing bond over twelve years.

Boulevard

2014 Drama

In a marriage of convenience, a devoted husband confronts his hidden life, forcing him to come to terms with his secrets.

Rent Free

2024 Comedy, Drama

After reaching their lowest emotional and financial points, best friends Ben and Jordan devise a plan to live "rent-free" for a year in a transforming Austin, relying on support from friends, family, and even strangers.

SHORT FILM

Back Again

2015 Drama

After two years apart, Alex returns home to reunite with his childhood best friend Jordi during San Juan night. Alex longs to rekindle something more, while Jordi seems unwilling to revisit what they once had.

The Heroes of Evil

2015 Drama, Thriller

Three teenagers, brought together by bullying, indulge in petty theft, sex and drugs. They inevitably realize they can resort to violence to take revenge on everyone who has humiliated them: students, teachers and other outcasts. One of them escalates to killing, and desires to kill again. Anyone can become his next victim. The other two face the question: should they resort to violence to stop the killings?

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

2022 Drama

Mexican teenagers Aristotle and Dante explore their friendship while struggling with racial and ethnic identity, sexuality and family relationships in 1987 El Paso, Texas.

SHORT FILM

The Exchange

2023 Drama, Romance

Best friends Mateo and Lucas embark on a night out, which leads to something life-changing for Mateo. Their subsequent physical and personal journey, explores sexuality, friendship, and innocence,

Love Is Strange

2014 Drama, Romance

After marriage, Ben and George face financial hardship and must live separately while re-evaluating their lives and relationships.

Four Moons

2014 Drama, Romance

Explore four tales of love and conflict between men of different generations grappling with their inner demons.

Hidden Away

2014 Drama, Romance

Ibrahim navigates loneliness and uncertainty after fleeing deportation, searching for belonging and stability.

A Nice Indian Boy

2024 Comedy, Drama, Romance

When Naveen introduces his fiancé, Jay, to his traditional Indian family, they must navigate the challenges of accepting his white, artist boyfriend while also planning the Indian wedding of their dreams.

SHORT FILM

Electric July

2014 Drama, Mystery

In the heat of July, teenagers Thomas and Victor confront fears and desires on an abandoned bridge, challenging their understanding of themselves.

4th Man Out

2015 Comedy, Drama

A car mechanic in a small town comes out to his blue-collar friends, challenging their perceptions and his own identity.

Fine Young Men

2024 Drama, Thriller

After a year away, 17-year-old Alf returns to his Catholic boys’ school feeling out of step with the confident, athletic crowd he once called friends. Isolated and uncertain, he forms a quiet connection with Oliver, an openly gay student who sees the world differently. But as whispers spread about Alf’s own identity, his fear of rejection drives him back toward his old circle - leading him to make a devastating choice to prove he still belongs.

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.

The War Boys

2009 Drama, Romance

Three vigilantes stationed at the border soon realize their mission to repel illegal crossings reveals inner boundaries they must confront personally and collectively.

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.

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.

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.