Straight Acting (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 3.3

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Released in 2005, Straight Acting is a documentary film directed by Spencer Windes, running about 57 minutes.

What it’s about. The story of one man's journey from being a closeted, Mormon missionary into an openly gay athlete. Through filmmaker Spencer Windes' experiences in the subculture of gays who play contact sports like rugby, ice hockey, and rodeo, he discovers that gay or straight, all men need to play.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Straight Acting has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Straight Acting page.

If you liked it. Fans of Straight Acting tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Straight Acting (2005)?
In US, Straight Acting is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Straight Acting worth watching?
Straight Acting holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Straight Acting released?
Straight Acting was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.