Films with Transgender Characters

Rent

2005 Drama, Musical, Romance

In New York City's East Village, bohemians navigate poverty, illness, and the AIDS epidemic in pursuit of success and acceptance.

The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

1994 Comedy, Musical

Two drag performers and a transgender woman embark on a journey across the desert to showcase their unique cabaret act.

The Birdcage

1996 Comedy

A gay cabaret owner and his drag queen partner conceal their identities to meet their son's conservative future in-laws.

Dallas Buyers Club

2013 Drama

Ron Woodroof's fight against the system to help AIDS patients in 1985 Dallas challenges societal norms and medical bureaucracy.

The Danish Girl

2015 Drama

A fictitious love story inspired by Danish artists Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener, navigating their marriage and Lili's journey as a transgender pioneer.

Bros

2022 Comedy, Romance

Bobby thrives on no-strings dates and embraces his non-committal lifestyle, until he meets Aaron who turns his world upside down.

Shortbus

2006 Comedy, Drama, Romance

New Yorkers entangled in a web of romantic and intimate entanglements converge at an underground salon known for its blend of art, music, politics, and sensuality.

Bad Education

2004 Drama

An examination of the lifelong impact of Franco-era religious schooling and abuse on two close friends.

Yossi & Jagger

2002 Drama, Romance

Romance blossoms between two soldiers stationed at an Israeli outpost on the Lebanese border, amid tensions and duty.

Fellini Satyricon

1969 Drama, Fantasy

Set in first-century Rome, a collection of disjointed mythical tales unfolds, blending history and folklore to explore the timeless themes of love, power, and destiny.

To Die For (Heaven’s a Drag)

1994 Comedy, Drama, Romance

After dying of AIDS, a drag queen's ghost returns to find his surviving lover moving on unexpectedly.

Billy Elliot

2000 Drama, Musical

A talented young boy becomes torn between his unexpected love of dance and the disintegration of his family.

SHORT FILM

Little Potato

2017 Documentary

Wes Hurley's autobiographical tale follows his journey from growing up gay in Soviet Russia to escaping to Seattle with his mother, facing new challenges under his Christian fundamentalist American stepfather.

Be Like Others

2008 Documentary

An intimate look at life in Iran through the eyes of young men undergoing gender-change surgery, challenging societal norms and exploring personal identity amidst cultural expectations.

Bodyshop

2022 Drama, Fantasy

The spirit of a young soldier, haunted by the trauma of his death, journeys across the world naked to reunite with his transgender sister. Along the way, he encounters a kindred soul and finds refuge in a garage where unsettling discoveries challenge their understanding of humanity and morality.

Stonewall

1995 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A group of LGBTQ+ individuals strive for dignity and respect as they navigate the early battles of the gay rights movement.

Trick

1999 Comedy, Musical, Romance

Two young men navigate Manhattan's gay scene in search of privacy.

Stonewall

2015 Drama

A young man's political awakening and coming of age in the tumultuous days leading up to the Stonewall Riots.

The Dog

2013 Documentary

A documentary portrait of John Wojtowicz, whose life inspired the film 'Dog Day Afternoon', explores his daring robbery for love.

Hustler White

1996 Drama, Romance

Shifts the setting to the modern-day adult entertainment industry, serving as an homage to classic Hollywood cinema.

Swan Song

2021 Comedy, Drama

A formerly flamboyant hairdresser embarks on a poignant journey across a small town to fulfill a unique final request.

Lady Peacock

2014 Comedy, Romance

Conner must become a drag queen to win back his love interest, Devin, from the clutches of a rival drag queen, Adora, in a humorous and competitive tale set in the club scene.

Water Drops on Burning Rocks

2000 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A middle-aged businessman in 1970s Germany falls in love with a young man, navigating age gaps and societal expectations.

East Palace, West Palace

1996 Drama

Before the 1990s, LGBT individuals in P.R. China faced criminalization. Without legal protections, many engaged in secret encounters, risking police arrests for their personal activities.

SHORT FILM

Pre-Drink

2017 Drama

Alexe, a young trans woman, and Carl, a gay man, have been inseparable best friends for years. One evening, their friendship takes a surprising turn, leaving Alexe unsettled, as they decide to sleep together for the first time.

Marilyn

2018 Drama

Marcos, a teenage farm worker, discovers his sexuality in a hostile environment.

Maybe… Maybe Not

1994 Comedy

Axel moves in with Norbert, a gay man, after being kicked out by his girlfriend.