Cruising Cinema: 7 Best LGBTQ+ Movies of 2026 Ranked (so far)

This year, there are tons of incredible LGBTQ+ films to choose from, so have a gander at my picks for this year's best.

Cruising Cinema: 7 Best LGBTQ+ Movies of 2026 Ranked (so far)
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We're only at the start of the year, but there are already some incredible LGBTQ+ films out there to choose from, so have a gander at my picks for this year's best and let me know what you think in the comments section at the end. I'll be adding new films each week as I watch them.

Think of this as your own personal (and very gay) guide to what you should be watching next.

Note: The following films are ranked from strongest to weakest with an official synopsis and links on where to watch or stream them in your country.

1 - Peter Hujar's Day ★★★★½

A recently discovered conversation between photographer Peter Hujar and his friend Linda Rosenkrantz in 1974 reveals a glimpse into New York City’s downtown art scene and the personal struggles and epiphanies that define an artist’s life.