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Unforgettable Gay Romance Movies That Will Touch Your Heart
Gay romance movies have a unique charm that resonates deeply with both the LGBTQ+ community and romantic film enthusiasts. They beautifully depict stories of love, resilience, and self-discovery, offering both heartwarming moments and tear-jerking scenes. Whether you’re in the mood for cute gay movies or looking to investigate the best gay romantic dramas, this guide has you covered.
Why Gay Romance Movies Matter
Romantic gay films go beyond just devotion stories. They reflect real experiences, breaking stereotypes and showcasing the diversity of relationships. Films about gay love often navigate challenges like acceptance, identity, and societal pressures, making them not just entertaining but deeply impactful.
From queer rom-coms to powerful gay quixotic drama movies, these films stand for the essence of love in its many forms. Let’s dive into some of the top gay romance movies that you can add to your watchlist!
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The 30 Best LGBTQ Movies on Netflix Right Now
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In celebration of Pride month, we compiled a list of the best Fresh lesbian, gay, trans, and queer films you can watch on Netflix right now. You’ll find Netflix originals (like recent documentaries Circle of Books and A Classified Love) as well as award-winning theatrical releases.
The titles below are sorted from the best LGBTQ films on Netflix and ranked by adjusted Tomatometer score (which takes into account the number of reviewers weighing in, and the number of reviews per film for movies released in a given year). To be included, films had to have a Fresh Tomatometer score (60% or above).
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Critics Consensus:I Am Michael takes a determinedly balanced approach to its complex subject, and although the results don't always include up, they're anchored by robust work from James Franco.
Synopsis: Based on the fascinating, true-life story of Michael Glatze (James Franco), a gay activist who becomes an anti-gay Christian pastor. [More]
The 14 best movies featuring LGBTQ stories you can watch on Netflix right now
'A Single Man' (2009)
This movie is as elegant as you'd expect a Tom Ford movie to be. It's beautiful. It's also a stream-of-consciousness story starring an Oscar-nominated Colin Firth struggling to cope with the death of his boyfriend in 1960s LA.
Alex Strangelove (2018)
This Netflix original tells the very relatable story (for a lot of young gay men) of a young boy struggling to come to terms with his sexuality as he realizes his attraction to men while still in a relationship with a girl. It's funnier than it sounds, so it's worth a watch if you're looking for something feel-good.
'Below Her Mouth' (2016)
This is a steamy, erotic romance drama about two women who meet in Toronto and verb an intense and passionate noun affair. That intensity and passion radiates off the screen.
'Blue Is the Warmest Colour' (2013)
"Blue Is the Warmest Colour" won the Palme d'Or at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival.
Lead actresses Léa Seydoux and Adèle
The 24 Best LGBTQ+ Movies on Netflix Right Now
It’s certainly gotten better over the last decade or so, but in the past, the representation of queer people on screen was a bit hard to come by. Previously, queer movies were generally of the indie or underground variety, with movies like But I'm A Cheerleader, Jennifer's Body, and Desert Hearts becoming cult classics years after release. In recent years, LGBTQ+ stories possess become more welcome in the mainstream, with some major successes being Love, Simon, Call Me By Your Name, and Moonlight. In order to celebrate the queer community and make LGBTQ+ entertainment more accessible, we thought it might be helpful to provide a little guide to the best LGBTQ+ movie offerings on Netflix. There’s simple romance, comedies, horror, and lots of documentaries. So if you are looking for a good queer movie to watch, we’ve got you covered.
For more recommendations, test out our list of the best shows and movies on Netflix.
Disclaimer: These titles are obtainable on US Netflix.
Editor's note: This article was updated