Caught Looking (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 3.5

Caught Looking poster

Released in 1991, Caught Looking is a comedy and drama film directed by Constantine Giannaris, running about 35 minutes.

What it’s about. Caught Looking sees a lonely gay man attempt to explore his sexual fantasies with the help of an interactive computer game, guiding his virtual reality persona through a series of potential encounters (naval rough trade, a moustachioed 'clone', a 50s muscle man) while offering wry commentary on the shifting landscape of queer cruising. But is it love he’s really looking for?

Who’s in it. Caught Looking stars Louis Selwyn as The Voyeur and Bette Bourne as Narrator (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Caught Looking has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Caught Looking page.

If you liked it. Fans of Caught Looking tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Caught Looking (1991)?
In GB, Caught Looking is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Caught Looking worth watching?
Caught Looking holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Caught Looking?
Caught Looking stars Louis Selwyn and Bette Bourne.
When was Caught Looking released?
Caught Looking was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 35 minutes.