The Disco Years (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1994, The Disco Years is a notable film directed by Robert Lee King, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. Tom Peters looks back to 1978, the year in high school that he came out of the closet. Tom's mom is both sweet and intrusive, urging him to take out girls. She also drags him to her disco-dancing lessons. His friendship with Matt becomes his first love, and then Matt turns on Tom with homophobic venom. Later, Matt and Matt's new girlfriend trash the classroom of an effeminate teacher with more vicious homophobia. At first, Tom joins in heaping scorn on the teacher, then he has to decide if it isn't time to open the closet door. A crisis of sorts ensues with his mom, and disco proves to be a balm.
Who’s in it. The Disco Years stars Matt Nolan as Tom, Gwen Welles as Melissa, Dennis Christopher as Mr. Reese and Russell Scott Lewis as Matt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Disco Years has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Disco Years page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Disco Years (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Disco Years change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Disco Years worth watching?
- The Disco Years holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Disco Years?
- The Disco Years stars Matt Nolan, Gwen Welles, Dennis Christopher, Russell Scott Lewis and Robin Stapler.