Gay Movies & Short Films to Watch on YouTube

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The Third

2022 Comedy, Horror

A middle-aged gay couple invites another man over to their home to spice up their personal lives. But it soon becomes clear not everything is as it seems.

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Burrow

2023 Drama, Sci-Fi

Believing himself to be one of the last survivors left in the wake of human extinction, an ex-war soldier finds unexpected connection with the arrival of a weary traveler.

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Atoms

2012 Drama

A teacher and his student share an undeniable chemistry, adding complexity to their already fraught relationship.

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Remission

2014 Drama

Two young men and a boy roam the overgrown English countryside, seeking to escape a deadly virus. The two men are forced to take a horrific decision after the boy's behaviour puts them in increasing danger - but is it too late to cheat death?

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We Remember Moments

2015 Drama

Pétur, a socially struggling teenage boy haunted by family secrets, finds solace in photography. His world transforms when a single photograph opens doors to new possibilities and connections.

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Gatecrasher

2012 Comedy, Drama

Mark, a young actor obsessed with an older writer, James Francis, navigates the complexities of idol worship and ambition in a gripping tale of ambition and boundaries pushed.

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My Sweet Prince

2019 Drama

A film about MSN Messenger, alcopops, cigarettes, boys, Placebo and being truly seen.

Steel

2015 Drama, Mystery, Romance

Daniel, a successful TV journalist living life in the fast lane, has fallen into a deep depression. His seemingly perfect life suddenly collapses under him when panic attacks force him to deal with himself and his past.

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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.

Forever Mary

1989 Drama

Marco teaches in a reform school in Palermo, impacting his students’ lives while navigating their complex histories and personal struggles.

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Boyfriend

2017 Drama, Romance

After a small mix up in a cafe, two young men strike an easy spark that quickly turns romantic. But one of them is carrying a secret that could change everything they have just begun.

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Colonial Gods

2009 Drama

A complicated friendship between a Somali man and Nigerian man unfolds against the chaos of gentrification and displacement in a small immigrant community in Cardiff, Wales known as Tiger Bay.

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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.

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On My Way

2020 Drama

The tranquil routine of two men hiding a secret relationship in the Belgian countryside is disrupted by the sudden arrival of a Nigerian migrant.

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Love You Thank You

2017 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Lance wrestles with memories both sweet and bitter from his past romance as he contemplates whether to meet his ex-boyfriend, Adam, later that evening.

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The PrEP Project

2018 Documentary, Drama

Sex education for the 21st century, taking the fear out of the HIV epidemic with fun and outrageous frankness.

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.

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Empty Nest

2014 Drama

Raised in a traditional Asian family, Alex yearns for love and acceptance but finds himself searching for something unexpected.

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.

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Jermaine and Elsie

2017 Drama

An unlikely friendship between a racist elderly invalid and her black ambiguous carer.

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The Young and Evil

2008 Drama

A rebellious teen sets out to defy boundaries with an HIV advocate, exploring defiance and danger.

Just a Question of Love

2000 Drama, Romance

After his gay cousin dies, Laurent, who lives with his best friend Carole, falls for Cedric, a plant scientist, but struggles to come out to his conservative parents.

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Him

2018 Drama

Andri, a nervous teenager, conceals his true self, grappling with his sexuality under the shadow of his domineering father. As Andri prepares for his first date, he devises a cunning plan to finally unveil his hidden truth.

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Running Without Sound

2004 Romance

Sean, a deaf high school student and cross-country runner, grapples with his sexuality and feelings for a teammate.

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The Language of Love

2013 Drama, Romance

Charlie's life is in disarray: his best friend won't speak to him, he's failing his French exam, and he's struggling to focus at work. Amidst the chaos, he finds unexpected courage to confront his challenges.

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Lonely Country

2024 Drama

In 1950s rural Ontario, a closeted gay man meets a hitchhiker at a gas station. Offering him a place to stay, he must face his long-hidden desires.

Gay Movies & Short Films on YouTube

All Gay Films Currently Streaming on YouTube

The Third

Burrow

Atoms

Remission

We Remember Moments

Gatecrasher

My Sweet Prince

Steel

Electric July

4th Man Out

Forever Mary

Boyfriend

Colonial Gods

Tomer and Elias

On My Way

Love You Thank You

The PrEP Project

bwoy

Empty Nest

The War Boys

Jermaine and Elsie

The Young and Evil

Just a Question of Love

Him

Running Without Sound

The Language of Love

Lonely Country

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