Gay Movies & Short Films to Watch on YouTube

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2014 Drama

Sent to reparative therapy by his parents, Joey struggles to reconcile his feelings and autonomy amidst therapeutic efforts to change his sexuality, highlighting the complexities of identity and self-discovery.

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V is for Violet

1989 Drama

Violet is an aimless young actress who rises to fame through luck, charm, and relentless media attention despite lacking both discipline and talent. Meanwhile, a naïve teenager struggles to survive on the streets of New York, drifting into a life of scams and desperation. As their seemingly separate journeys unfold, the line between them begins to blur, raising the question of whether they are, in fact, the same person.

Combat

2006 Drama, Romance

The tale of two young men both deeply in love who can only express their feelings through acts of physical violence committed upon each other.

Making Sweet Tea

2021 Documentary

Follows scholar and performer E. Patrick Johnson as he returns to the American South to revisit his roots and reconnect with the Black gay men whose stories inspired his acclaimed book.

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Who We Are

2010 Drama, Romance

Best friends navigate their deepening feelings for each other amidst societal pressures and personal growth, testing the boundaries of their friendship and emotional connection.

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One on One

2010 Comedy, Romance

A story about compromise, 'One On One' follow Alex and Trevor as they work out their relationship on and off the basketball court, after one of them asks the other one to join a waltz class together.

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Agaves al alba

2024 Drama, Romance

Alejandro and Miguel, bound by a unique connection, face an unavoidable goodbye. As memories resurface, their emotions deepen, pushing the limits of their friendship to the edge.

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Gaydar

2002 Comedy, Mystery

Randy's infatuation with his coworker Jack takes an unexpected turn when Jack discovers a device that could reveal more than just orientation.

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Dear Diary

2022 Comedy

Three best friends, Antwan, Donte and Tony, navigate the struggles of life in Baltimore. Tony searches for love in all the wrong places, Antwan fights to keep his life together, and Donte’s hidden secrets begin to surface. As their challenges grow, their friendship becomes more important than ever.

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After

2009 Drama, Romance

Three teenage boys idealize an older football player, only to witness his tragic death and face their own realities.

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Matsalab

2025 Action, Comedy, Romance

In the aftermath of a chase, a wounded young stunna finds comfort in the hands of another.

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Guardian

2018 Drama

Through a series of heartfelt video diaries, a mother reaches out to counsel her suicidal son as he navigates the challenges of accepting his sexuality.

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One Day in May

2009 Documentary

Crowds gathered outside the California Supreme Court await the decision regarding validity of Proposition 8. Emotions run high on both sides, with the LGBT community taking to the streets to protest the decision.

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Basketball & Maths

2009 Drama, Romance

Jerome and Cedric play basketball in the same team at school. Jerome also gives Cedric some private math lessons. One day, during one of such lessons, Cedric kisses Jerome. They both interpret the other's reaction mistakenly. And it will be Jerome who will have to work things out.

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The In-Between

2010 Drama, Romance

Where is the line drawn between right and wrong, love and obsession? Explore the blurred boundaries in this provocative exploration of moral dilemmas.

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Heal, Goose

2013 Drama, Romance

Max navigates a pivotal day with his friends, exploring his journey of self-discovery and understanding of his identity and sexuality.

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White Rock

2024 Drama

David heads out on a date, unaware that his curious older brother is secretly trailing him, only to stumble upon an unexpected secret.

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Aban and Khorshid

2014 Drama, Romance

Inspired by true events, this film intimately portrays two lovers' final moments before their execution for being gay.

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The Bridge

2006 Drama

A Georgian gay man reflects on the challenges and immigration hurdles he and his boyfriend faced while moving to Australia.

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Heart

2010 Comedy, Drama

Damien follows his heart towards potential happiness, supported by Fiona and Doc, who redefine the meaning of family.

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Sacrifice

2018 Drama

Let us always remember that love, in its myriad forms, stands as the supreme act of sacrifice.

A Florida Enchantment

1914 Comedy

A young woman discovers a seed that can make women act like men and men act like women. She decides to take one, then slips one to her maid and another to her fiancé. The fun begins.

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I’m Not Gay

2005 Comedy

Mistaken for a gay couple, two friends find their lives upended by the resulting misunderstandings and consequences.

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The Fans

2020 Drama

In Moscow, two skinheads in a sexual relationship embark on a violent spree targeting homosexual men, grappling with masculinity, identity, and belonging in a provocative exploration of contemporary Russian society and extremism.

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Inside Out

1996 Comedy

A film exploring the challenges of being the child of celebrities.

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A Crimson Mark

2004 Drama, Romance

The clandestine romance between two Korean government officials is complicated by their divergent ranks, testing their loyalty to each other amidst the pressures of duty and desire.

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Pretty Boy

2020 Drama

Kevin is a teenager growing up in a rural neighborhood. With the support of his partner and his sister, he becomes himself and learns that not everyone in his life will accept him for who he is, most prominently his mother.

Gay Movies & Short Films on YouTube

All Gay Films Currently Streaming on YouTube

40 Minutes

V is for Violet

Combat

Making Sweet Tea

Who We Are

One on One

Agaves al alba

Gaydar

Dear Diary

After

Matsalab

Guardian

One Day in May

Basketball & Maths

The In-Between

Heal, Goose

White Rock

Aban and Khorshid

The Bridge

Heart

Sacrifice

A Florida Enchantment

I’m Not Gay

The Fans

Inside Out

A Crimson Mark

Pretty Boy

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