10 Hilarious Gay Comedies You Can’t Miss

Description: This film features Julie Andrews as a struggling singer who reinvents herself as a male drag performer. The comedy arises from the confusion and chaos when a Chicago mobster falls for her, not knowing she's actually a woman.

Fact: The film was nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It was originally a German film from

Description: Follow the journey of two drag queens and a transgender woman as they travel across the Australian Outback in a bus named Priscilla. The film is a celebration of individuality and the power of friendship.

Fact: The film won an Academy Award for Best Costume Design. It was also the first Australian film to win the Prix de la Jeunesse at the Cannes Film Festival.

Description: Three drag queens travel across America and find themselves stranded in a small town, where they end up teaching the locals about tolerance and self-expression through their flamboyant antics.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of drag queens. Patrick Swayze, Wesley Snipes, and John Leguizamo star in this colorful road trip comedy.

Description: This classic comedy revolves around a gay couple who must pretend to be straight when their son's fiancée's ultra-conservative parents come to visit. It's a riotous mix of mistaken identities, flamboyant performances, and heartfelt moments.

Fact: The film is a remake of the French film "La Cage aux Folles." Robin Williams and Nathan Lane's chemistry is often cited as one of the film's highlights.

Description: A high school teacher's life turns upside down when a former student outs him on national television during an Oscar acceptance speech. The film explores themes of identity, acceptance, and the absurdity of stereotypes with a comedic twist.

Fact: Kevin Kline received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role. The film was inspired by Tom Hanks' acceptance speech at the 1994 Academy Awards.

Description: A straight guy pretends to be gay to get closer to a girl, but his plan backfires when he starts to enjoy the gay lifestyle. This film is a light-hearted look at sexual identity and the complexities of attraction.

Fact: It spawned several sequels, making it a small franchise in the realm of gay comedies.

Description: A struggling shoe factory owner teams up with a drag queen to produce a line of high-heeled boots for men, leading to an unexpected success story filled with humor and heart.

Fact: The film was inspired by a true story and later adapted into a successful Broadway musical. Chiwetel Ejiofor's performance as the drag queen Lola was critically acclaimed.

Description: Jeffrey, a young man in New York, decides to give up sex due to the AIDS epidemic, only to meet the man of his dreams. This film blends humor with poignant moments about love in the shadow of fear.

Fact: The film features a cameo by Sigourney Weaver as a sex therapist. It was adapted from the play by Paul Rudnick.

Description: A spoof of teen sex comedies, this film follows four gay friends who make a pact to lose their virginity by the end of summer. It's a wild, over-the-top comedy with plenty of laughs.

Fact: The film includes numerous parodies of well-known movies and features a diverse cast of gay characters.

Description: A group of friends visit a bed and breakfast run by a homophobic owner, only to find themselves in a horror-comedy situation where they must fight for their lives. It's a unique blend of campy horror and comedy.

Fact: The film is known for its low budget and high camp value, making it a cult favorite among fans of both horror and gay cinema.