Queens Don’t Cry (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 4

Queens Don’t Cry poster

Released in 2002, Queens Don’t Cry is a documentary film directed by Rosa von Praunheim, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Bosom buddies BeV StroganoV, Ovo Maltine, Ichgola Androgyn and Tima die Göttliche are four Berlin drag queens who met in the mid 1980s. These four queens became Germany’s most popular drag performers and have been busy fertilizing the German cultural scene. Besides being performers, they are also political activists – in AIDS awareness, anti-gay violence, the sex workers movement and the struggle against the extreme right and racism. The film tells their story.

Who’s in it. Queens Don’t Cry stars Bev Stroganov, Ichgola Androgyn, Ovo Maltine and Tima die Göttliche.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Queens Don’t Cry has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Queens Don’t Cry page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Queens Don’t Cry (2002)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Queens Don’t Cry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Queens Don’t Cry worth watching?
Queens Don’t Cry holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Queens Don’t Cry?
Queens Don’t Cry stars Bev Stroganov, Ichgola Androgyn, Ovo Maltine and Tima die Göttliche.
When was Queens Don’t Cry released?
Queens Don’t Cry was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.