Movies with LGBTQ+ Characters

With the call for diverse media representation growing louder than ever, movies that feature LGBTQ+ stories and characters are finally getting some time in the spotlight. We've put together the best LGBTQ+ movies that highlight a wide range of identities and experiences for families and teens craving better representation in their lives. These picks celebrate love, perseverance, and the real-life icons who have led the LGBTQ+ community to where it is today. For more stories with great representation, check out our lists of TV Shows with LGBTQ+ Characters and Books with LGBTQ+ Characters.

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Lightyear

age 6+

Buzz origin story is exceptionally animated and inclusive.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2022)
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The Mitchells vs. the Machines

age 8+

Action-packed family adventure tackles tech dependence.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2021)
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Strange World

age 8+

Sci-fi adventure/tender family drama has scares, peril.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2022)
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Summerland

age 10+

Moving, relatable WWII drama about grief and lost love.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2020)
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Gender Revolution

age 12+

Absorbing, empathetic documentary dives deep into gender.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2017)
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The Most Dangerous Year

age 12+

Affecting documentary speaks up for trans kids.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2019)
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3 Generations

age 13+

Performances stand out in earnest drama about trans teen.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2017)
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All in My Family

age 13+

Honest docu on coming out to a traditional Chinese family.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2019)
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Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

age 13+

Touching 1980s-set coming-of-age drama; language, violence.

In Theaters (Release Year: 2023)
Badhaai Do movie poster: An Indian man and woman come out of a closet with a single finger over their mouths.
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Badhaai Do

age 13+

Comedy-drama depicts struggles of India's queer community.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2022)
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Changing the Game

age 13+

Mature themes, language in poignant, persuasive documentary.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2021)
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Freak Show

age 13+

Witty empowerment story deals with teen homophobia.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2018)
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Fried Green Tomatoes

age 13+

Heartwarming '90s classic has some language, violence.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 1991)
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Growing Up Coy

age 13+

Parents fight for trans child's rights in informative docu.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2017)
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The Half of It

age 13+

Touching, smart teen story deals with sexuality; drinking.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2020)
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The Imitation Game

age 13+

Strong performances buoy teen-friendly historical drama.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2014)
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Little Girl

age 13+

Insightful docu supports grade-schooler's gender identity.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2022)
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Love, Simon

age 13+

Affecting, lovable romcom about gay teen has a little edge.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2018)
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Monsoon

age 13+

Emigrant drama has some strong language, sexual references.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2020)
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Mucho Mucho Amor

age 13+

Celebratory docu profiles magnetic Puerto Rican TV star.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2020)