17 Underrated Gay Movies That Are So Gay — Like, Really Gay — And You Should Watch Them, Gay

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Some of these are veryyyyy spicy and NSFW, so, um, don't watch them with your parents.

I love watching queer movies, but there are a lot of underrated ones that don't get the credit they deserve. In honor of Pride Month, here are a bunch that you should definitely check out. Enjoy!

1. Of an Age (2022) is a romantic drama that's centered around a young guy who has an unexpected, intense hookup with his best friend's older brother. There are a bunch of wild twists that occur, and I promise they'll make you feel every emotion possible.

The two main characters kissing by their car in the movie

2. Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood (2017) is a scandalous documentary that follows Scotty Bowers, the real-life man who basically served as a pimp for every secretly gay celeb from the '40–'80s. The stories in it are so freaking wild, and if you love Old Hollywood or celebrity gossip then you need to watch this.

Scotty Bowers in his 20s vs. in his 80s

3. Stranger by the Lake (2013) is an erotic French thriller that you should NOT watch with your parents. Its setting is a nude beach where men like to cruise, but things get especially intense after a murder occurs.

The two main characters kissing by the lake

4. The Way He Looks (2014) is a Brazilian coming-of-age movie that follows a blind teenager and a school's new student as they try to navigate life, love, and independence. It'll genuinely have you smiling sooooo much.

The two main characters meeting each other

5. The Pass (2016) stars Russell Tovey as a closeted pro soccer player who hooks up with his teammate, and we see how their relationship changes over the years. They're basically shirtless for most of the movie, so you're welcome.

Russell and Arinzé in their hotel room, shirtless

6. Crush (2022) is a really cute teen rom-com about a high-schooler who joins the track team to get closer to her crush. The best part is that all of the characters are out and proud, and there's no trauma or anything involved, which is so rare in YA queer movies.

The main characters talking by their lockers

7. The Dreamers (2003) is about an American in 1960s Paris who becomes extremely close with a brother-sister duo. It's rated NC17 for a reason, and you'll see why.

The cast staring at each other in their room

8. Tangerine (2015) is so chaotic in the best way possible. It follows two trans sex workers on Christmas Eve in Hollywood, and it's a wildddd ride. The movie was actually shot entirely on an iPhone by Sean Baker, the guy who made The Florida Project and Red Rocket, in case you needed any more convincing.

the women having a conversation in a dinner

9. Handsome Devil (2016) is a coming-of-age film that stars Nicholas Galitzine as a school's secretly gay rugby star. It's just super heartfelt, and Andrew Scott is also in it, so trust me on this one.

Nicholas and Fionn sitting together outside

10. Another Country (1984) is a drama where Rupert Everett and Colin Firth play outsiders at a boarding school in 1930s England. It's beautiful, smart, and an instant classic. If you like Maurice or Call Me by Your Name then you'll love this one.

Colin and Rupert talking in the school's room

11. Sauvage (2018) is a super raw movie that follows a twentysomething sex worker on the streets of Paris who really just wants to find love. Some scenes are especially intense and NSFW, so, again, I'm begging you to not watch this one with your parents.

Félix on the job at different men's houses

12. Taekwondo (2016) is a sleeper hit, and by that, I mean not much actually happens in the movie, but the payoff is incredible. Go into it blindly, and just know that all of Marco Berger's films are queer and spicy. You're welcome.

All of the men standing at the fence

13. Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019) is a French period drama about forbidden love, and it's so hot that it'll melt your face off. I randomly think about the ending at least once a month.

The two main characters flirting with each other

14. Disclosure (2020) is a fascinating documentary that examines how Hollywood has depicted trans people in TV and movies throughout the years. Via interviews with experts and celebrities, it uncovers what sort of impact that portrayal has had on society and American culture. This one should be required viewing for everyone.

Famous actors being interviewed in the documentary about their experiences playing trans characters

15. I Am Jonas (2018) is a French drama that's centered around a queer man at two key points in his life: as a teen and then in his 30s. There are some wild plot twists, so just get ready.

The characters as teens and adults in the movie

16. Closet Monster (2015) stars Connor Jessup (call me – I'm single) as a graduating senior who desperately wants to escape his small town and his family's complicated dynamics. Isabella Rossellini voices his hamster's imaginary thoughts, so, like, what the heck are you waiting for?

Connor's character sniffing his coworker's shirt

17. And finally, Fire Island (2022) is basically a gay, modern remake of Pride and Prejudice, and it'll star all your new favorite people. What more could you want?

The cast hanging out on Fire Island

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