12 lesbian films we can't wait to see in 2025Sony Pictures Classics; Altered Innocence; Umbrella EntertainmentThere are so many incredible LGBTQ+ movies coming our way in 2025. It's hard to keep track of them all, let alone know where to start! Just kidding; if you've clicked on this article, you already know exactly where you want to jump in — with the sapphic flicks.
Fortunately, we've got you covered. Here are some of our most anticipated films featuring queer female characters and sapphic romances in 2025. Don't forget to check back for more!
The Wedding Banquet
The Wedding Banquet is the kind of remake we can get behind, flipping a queer classic into, well, hopefully another queer classic. The story follows Min (Han Gi-chan), a gay Taiwanese-American man, who agrees to a green-card marriage with his friend Angela (Kelly Marie Tran) to help her access IVF treatments. Naturally, complications arise when their families insist on a traditional wedding banquet.
Where to watch: The Wedding Banquet hits theaters on April 18, 2025.
The Old Guard 2
After years of waiting, The Old Guard 2 is finally on the horizon—and hopes are high for the queer immortal angst we’ve been craving. All our faves are back, starting with Charlize Theron as Andy and fan faves Marwan Kenzari and Luca Marinelli as Joe and Nicky. But of particular interest to sapphic fans, Veronica Ngo is returning as Quynh, hopefully offering us the opportunity to learn more about the unfinished business between her and Andy.
Where to watch: The Old Guard 2 premieres on Netflix July 2, 2025.
Sally
SallyCourtesy of SXSWSally dives into the life of Dr. Sally Ride, the first American woman in space—and the first lesbian, at that. Much of the documentary explores Ride's 27-year relationship with Tam O'Shaughnessy, and the life they had to keep behind closed doors.
Where to watch: Sally is still running the film festival circuit, but will hopefully have a wide release date soon.
Lesbian Space Princess
Technically this one premiered at the Adelaide Film Festival back in 2024, but with its official international rollout happening in 2025, it definitely earns a spot on this year’s radar. Lesbian Space Princess is an Australian animated sci-fi comedy about Princess Saira (voiced by Shabana Azeez), who sets off on a chaotic space rescue mission after her ex-girlfriend Kiki (Bernie Van Tiel) gets kidnapped by the Straight White Maliens.
Where to watch: TBA!
Another Simple Favor
Another Simple Favor sees Stephanie (Anna Kendrick) and Emily (Blake Lively) reunite on the island of Capri for Emily’s extravagant wedding to a mysterious Italian billionaire. But, of course, nothing stays picture-perfect for long—murder, secrets, and betrayal are undoubtedly on the menu when these two are involved. Although we doubt it will take the "be gay, do crime (together)" route of our dreams, Emily has canonically had past relationships with women, so we'll keep our fingers crossed for some kind of goodies going down in this highly anticipated sequel.
Where to watch: Another Simple Favor drops on Prime Video May 1, 2025.
On Swift Horses
Set in 1950s America, this romantic drama centers on Muriel (Daisy Edgar-Jones) and her husband Lee (Will Poulter) as they start new lives in California after Lee's return from the Korean War. Those lives are disrupted by the arrival of Lee's charismatic brother, Julius (Jacob Elordi), a gambler with a secret past. Both Muriel and Julius embark on their own individual journeys of queer discovery in what's being called a reimagining of the American Dream.
Where to watch: On Swift Horses will have a theatrical release on April 25, 2025.
Hot Milk
Sex Education's Emma Mackey is set to star in this dreamy sun-drenched lesbian drama based on Deborah Levy’s acclaimed 2016 novel. In it she plays Sofia who travels with her ailing mother (Fiona Shaw) to Spain in search of a cure to her mysterious illness. While there she meets Ingrid (Vicky Krieps). an older woman who sets about seducing her. Oh, yeah we are all in on this one.
Where to watch: Hot Milk will have a theatrical release on June 27, 2025.
Queens of Drama
A lesbian love story that unfolds over a half-century set in the world of pop music? Um, yes, of course, we can't wait to get our eyes on this lesbian pop musical from director Alexis Langlois. The film follows the story of Mimi Madamour and Billie Kohler, their rise to superstardom, and their chaotic queer love story.
Where to watch: Queens of Drama will have a theatrical release on April 18, 2025.
I Really Love My Husband
I Really Love My HusbandCourtesy of SXSWWhen a newlywed(ish) couple Teresa (Madison Lanesey) and Drew (Travis Quentin Young) head out on their honeymoon in Panamá their relationship is put to the test — particularly when Teresa finds herself drawn to Paz, the expat who manages their vacation rental. In a bid to spice things up, she begins pursuing Paz. It sounds messy and like just the kind of sapphic chaos we live for.
Where to watch: I Really Love My Husband will release later this year.
Egghead & Twinkie
We deserve nice things and Egghead & Twinkie looks like just the kind of delightful queer romp we've been craving. The film follows Twinkie (Sabrina Jieafa), who fresh off coming out to her parents decides to hit the road with her bestie, Egghead (Louis Tomeo), and go meet up with her online crush.
Where to watch: Egghead & Twinkie drops on digital on April 29, 2025.
Mother Mary
Mother Mary - TBACourtesy of A24Right at the very top of our most anticipated lesbian films, this year is A24s upcoming "epic melodrama" Mother Mary from director David Lowrey. The film follows the relationship between a fictional musician and a famous fashion designer played by Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel. Obviously, we are living for these two playing lovers, plus it co-stars another fave, Hunter Schafer!
Where to watch: Mother Mary will release in theaters later this year.
The Housekeeper
The Housekeeper - TBADaniele Venturelli/Getty Images for Red Sea International Film Festival; Fred Duval/ShutterstockSpeaking of celebs we can't wait to see heat up the big screen as sapphic lovers, Uma Thurman and Phoebe Dynevor star in The Housekeeper. The film follows Danni (Thurman), a housekeeper at a manor home owned by the wealthy widow, Lady DeWithers. Danni finds herself caught up in a romance with novelist Daphne Du Maurier (Dynevor) when the authoress comes to the house as a guest.
Where to watch: The Housekeeper will release in theaters late this year.
Honey Don't!
Honey Don't! sees Margaret Qualley starring as the titular Honey O'Donahue, a private investigator on a case involving a string of mysterious murders and a kinky cult. Aubrey Plaza also stars as a police officer and love interest, as the two team up to investigate a church led by Chris Evan's charismatic preacher. The film which comes from the creative duo Ethan Coen and Tricia Cooke marks the second in their planned lesbian B-movie trilogy, after Drive Away Dolls. We're hooked!
Where to watch: Honey Don't will have a theatrical release on August 22, 2025.
Chronology of Water
Courtesy of Cannes
Imogen Poots stars in this film is based on Lidia Yuknavitch’s memoir, which chronicles her troubled life first as a young woman breaking from an abusive household after earning a college swimming scholarship in Texas, to her discovering her bisexual identity and struggles with substance abuse. The film made waves at Cannes, earning a 6.5-minute standing ovation. Of course, we are going to be seated for Kristen Stewart’s directorial debut!
Where to watch: The Chronology of Water premiered at Cannes and the US release date has yet to be announced.
The Little Sister (La petite dernière)
Courtesy of Cannes
There can never be too many stories about queer awakenings and The Little Sister, directed by Hafsia Herzi, offers a fresh new take on this tale. Based on Fatima Daas’s novel The Last One, the film follows 17-year-old Fatima (Nadia Melliti) as she embarks on a journey of queer self-discovery while trying to balance the hopes and expectations of her French-Algerian Muslim family.
Where to watch: The Litter Sister premiered at Cannes and the US release date has yet to be announced.
Love Me Tender
Courtesy of Cannes
This French drama, based on Constance Debré’s autobiographical novel, follows the heart-wrenching story of Clémence (Vicky Krieps), who, after coming out as a lesbian, finds herself embroiled in a custody battle with her former husband over their son Paul. We're going to need to break out all the tissues for this one.
Where to watch: Love Me Tender premiered at Cannes and the US release date has yet to be announced.
Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma
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The second this film was announced, it danced all the way to the tippy-top of our most anticipated sapphic films list. Not only is it the latest from I Saw the TV Glow writer and director Jane Schoenbrun — which already guaranteed our viewing — but is the definition of a lesbian dream come true.
Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson have signed on for the film, which centers on a director (Einbinder) who becomes fixated on casting a reclusive former “final girl” (Anderson) in her new film. When the two connect, they descend into a “psychosexual mania.” SAY LESS.
Where to watch: Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma is slated for a theatrical release later this year.
The Venus Effect
This Danish drama follows twenty-something Liv whose life is upended when free-spirited Andrea saunters into her life replete with a vagina shirt. The two fall into a passionate romance, but have to balance their desire with family pressure. We are sensing a lot of yearning, tears, and gauzy love scenes coming on. Just like we like it!
Where to watch: The Venus Effect is available on digital release on June 2
