Shubhabrata Dutta
We have thoroughly scanned Hulu to put together a list of the most erotic and steamy movies on the streaming service. Now, let’s be clear on a few things. These movies are not porn. Not even close. These movies boast minimal to moderate nudity, given that most of the scenes in these movies are implied, if not explicit. Because Hulu has so many movies, we’ve brought to you the best ones that don’t just use sex as a hook but as motifs in their plots. These movies will keep you entertained with their gripping plots and captivating subject matter.
11. Sanctuary (2022)
Directed by Zachary Wigon and written by Micah Bloomberg, ‘Sanctuary’ unfolds as a psychological thriller. Margaret Qualley and Christopher Abbott lead the cast in this gripping tale of a dominatrix and her client. Their emotionally charged final session takes a compelling turn as he transitions into the role of a corporate CEO. The film navigates the intricate dynamics between power, intimacy, and personal transformation, creating a suspenseful narrative that explores the depths of the human psyche against the backdrop of a provocative and evolving relationship. You can watch the movie here.
10. Sex Appeal (2022)
Avery is in a long-distance relationship with Larson, and she prefers it that way. She prefers not to do the things she knows she won’t be great at. However, a dilemma presents itself when she and Larson are set to meet at a STEM conference, where he wants to take their relationship to the next level. To give it her best, Avery decides to focus on her sexuality and figure out the best way to go about it. But little does she realize that there is a lot she needs to learn. You can watch ‘Sex Appeal’ on Hulu here.
9. Three Ways (2022)
Stacey Johnson has had enough of things going wrong in her life and others taking control of it. For once, she decides to change things for herself, and it begins with a series of radical decisions. The first thing she wants to do is get her ex out of her life and her mind. She doesn’t want to think about him again, and the way towards that and other things is her sexual awakening, which has been a long time coming. To push things further, she decides to have a threesome with her new boyfriend. A mysterious woman is brought into the fore, but Stacey doesn’t think much of it. It’s all for fun. Until it isn’t. You may watch ‘Three Ways’ here.
8. Fire Island (2022)
Imagine ‘Pride & Prejudice’ but set in the current times and raunchier and gayer. That’s ‘Fire Island’ for you. Inspired by Jane Austen’s timeless novel, the film follows the story of five friends who spend each year at Fire Island to indulge in some fun. Things are different this year because the house they usually stay in is about to be sold. Instead of fretting about what will happen next year, they decide to make this year count. Things get exciting when they cross paths with a doctor and his wealthy friends. You can watch ‘Fire Island’ here.
7. Elena Undone (2010)
Directed by Nicole Conn, ‘Elena Undone’ explores a passionate lesbian romance between Elena (Necar Zadegan), a pastor’s wife, and Peyton (Traci Dinwiddie), a lesbian writer. While Elena doesn’t want to give in to the fact that she is attracted to Peyton, the latter is clear about her feelings but hesitates because she doesn’t want to ruin Elena’s family life. Be that as it may, love always finds a way, as heart-wrenching as it is, and we see the two women making tough calls for themselves and each other, just for the sake of each other’s happiness. Word gets out about Elena’s secret sexual relationship with Peyton, and the two decide to stop seeing each other. Because life demands more than love, right? You can watch ‘Elena Undone’ here to find out what life has in store for the two women.
6. Mothering Sunday (2021)
‘Mothering Sunday’ is based on Graham Swift’s novel and centers on three stages of the life of Jane Fairchild (Odessa Young). The first stage shows her time as a maid at the Niven family house and her sexual affair with Paul, the son of Niven’s neighbors. The second stage shows her time as a writer at a bookshop where she meets Donald, a philosopher. The third stage shows her in her old age as she reminisces about her past life and what she has been through, all while keeping a secret in her heart. A deeply intimate drama, ‘Mothering Sunday’ lays bare the emotions of a woman. The movie also stars Josh O’Connor, Olivia Colman, Colin Firth, and Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù. You can watch it here.
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5. Together (2025)
Michael Shanks’s ‘Together’ is a body horror movie that revolves around Tim and Millie, who are in a loveless relationship. The two spend a night in a cave during hiking, followed by which strange things start to occur, including Tim and Millie’s bodies trying to “connect.” As the couple tries to make sense of these paranormal events, sex takes the shape of horror as the pleasure of skin turns into processes of torture. The movie stars Dave Franco, who plays Tim, and Alison Brie, who plays Millie, who are married in real life. With an interesting approach to sexually graphic elements, ‘Together’ is an engrossing addition to body horror dramas. It can be streamed here.
4. Good Luck To You, Leo Grande (2022)
Nancy Stokes has never had an orgasm. She’s spent her entire life faking it, and now, with her husband dead, she doesn’t want to spend the rest of her life faking it anymore. She wants to experience it for real, so she hires a male sex worker named Leo to get the job done. She has a checklist of things she wants to do, but the main goal is to achieve an orgasm. Until that happens, she and Leo will keep meeting, trying out different things to figure out what works for Nancy. Starring Emma Thompson in the lead role, the film has been called “sex-positive” and “positively sexy.” That should be your clue to watch it right away. You can watch the movie here.
3. Deep Water (2022)
Starring Ana de Armas and Ben Affleck, ‘Deep Water’ is an erotic psychological thriller that packs many twists and turns. It follows the story of Melinda and Vic, whose marriage is barely held together by an agreement that allows Melinda to be in an open relationship. She takes many lovers, and while Vic initially agrees to this, he gets jealous. Things get trickier when it turns out that one of Melinda’s ex-lovers has been found dead. This leads Vic to reconsider his opinion of his wife and wonder if she had anything to do with this. If so, what does it mean for him? You can check out ‘Deep Water’ here.
2. Anora (2024)
‘Anora’ explores the love story of 23-year-old Anora “Ani” Mikheeva, an erotic dancer/sex worker, and 21-year-old Ivan “Vanya” Zakharov, the son of a Russian oligarch, Nikolai Zakharov. As attracted as they are toward each other, willing to spend as much time with each other as possible, Vanya’s mother, Galina Zakharova, sends men to get her son back after finding out the latter has married a prostitute. However, Anora is unwilling to stand quietly while the boy he loves leaves, but can she really take on an entire empire? With a compelling performance by Mikey Madison as Anora, which won her an Oscar, ‘Anora’ even received praise from the sex worker community for an authentic depiction of the profession. Co-starring Mark Eydelshteyn as Ivan “Vanya” Zakharov, the film is directed by Sean Baker. It can be streamed here.
1. The Testament of Ann Lee (2025)
Mona Fastvold’s ‘The Testament of Ann Lee ‘ is an emotionally charged, provocative, yet unsettling film centering on Ann Lee (Amanda Seyfried), the founding leader of the ‘Shakers’ religious sect and a Jesus Christ-like figure for her loyal followers, who is on a quest to build her utopia through endless agony and ecstasy in 18th-century England and America. The movie leans into repression, desire, and an unnerving space where flesh and faith collide, showcasing it all in an explicit/graphic manner. The bold storytelling provides emotional depth to Ann’s inner turmoil while pushing the boundaries of forbidden urges that fracture her carefully crafted world. You can stream the hauntingly daring and dark film here.
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