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.
15. Spun (2002)
Jonas Åkerlund’s psychedelic R-rated flick ‘Spun’ showcases the drug-laced spree of Ross, a college dropout up to his brain in methamphetamine and other drugs. Along with his girlfriend Cookie, fellow addict Nikki, and drug dealer Spider Mike, Ross gets involved in all kinds of weird stuff, ranging from pornography to phone sex to wiretaps, which are showcased in a darkly humorous manner. Ross’s journey and how it is “spun” by fate based on how high he is, make the movie an inexplicable ride one needs to see to experience. Starring Jason Schwartzman, Mena Suvari, Brittany Murphy, and John Leguizamo, ‘Spun’ is not for the faint-hearted. It can be watched here.
14. 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.
13. The Hating Game (2021)
This Peter Hutchings directorial is a rom-com based on Sally Thorne’s novel of the same name. Starring Lucy Hale and Austin Stowell, we get ourselves an intense affair between rivals Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman, who are assistants to CEOs whose companies have just merged. With a promotion on the way as a part of which they make a bet that the person who doesn’t get it will quit the job, their mutual hatred slowly spirals into an intensely steamy affair, upping the ante of the entire situation. Are the feelings involved real or a result of their professionalism? To explore their love-hate chemistry, you can stream the film here.
12. Into The Deep (2022)
‘Into the Deep’ follows the story of Jess, who gets swept up in a whirlwind romance when she meets Ben. He invites her to spend a few days with him on his boat, and she agrees. They have a great time together, which only gets more exciting when Lexie arrives on the scene. Miles away from the land, with nothing but water around them, things get dangerous for Jess when she realizes that one of Ben and Lexie is a liar, and she must decide whom to trust because the other one has to be dealt with. If she chooses wrong, she dies. You can watch the film on Hulu here.
11. 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.
10. 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.
9. Game of Love (2022)
Starring Bella Thorne in the lead role, ‘Game of Love’ follows the story of a young couple whose doe-eyed romance turns into a series of revelations that upends their lives. The plot centers on Roy, who comes to his childhood home as his family estate is about to be sold. When he meets Vivien, it seems like the romance might help get things off his mind. However, the more they fall for each other, the more it looks like they are connected in ways unknown, and more secrets about Roy’s family and past start to surface. Feel free to check out the movie here.
8. Anaïs In Love (2022)
‘Anaïs In Love’ is a French comedy-drama that follows the story of a 30-year-old woman named Anaïs who gets caught up in a web of romance and drama. When we meet her at the beginning of the story, she is caught up in a relationship where she thinks no love exists anymore. In trying to find something exciting, she meets Daniel, who is a married man. Their interaction leads to him falling in love with her, but a complication arises when Anaïs meets and falls in love with Emilie, Daniel’s wife. This leads to a series of unforeseen situations that keep the audience entertained throughout the film. You can join Anaïs in her experience here.
7. 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.
6. Sharp Stick (2022)
Written and directed by Lena Dunham, this sex comedy stars Kristine Froseth and Jon Bernthal. The plot centers on a 20-something Sarah Jo, who babysits for Josh and Heather’s son and embarks on a sexual affair with Josh. The film focuses on Sarah’s sexual desires, inflamed by her lack of experience because she is still a virgin when she meets Josh. Meanwhile, he is attracted to Sarah, forgetting that he already has a child and his wife is pregnant with their second baby. Their complex situation leads both of them down a tricky path, and they make some rather questionable decisions. You can watch the movie here.
5. Suitable Flesh (2023)
Helmed by Joe Lynch, ‘Suitable Flesh’ is a body swap horror flick at the center of which is a married woman named Elizabeth Derby (Heather Graham), a psychiatrist. Her encounter with one of her patients, Asa Waite (Judah Lewis), sends her down a rabbit hole of horror after she finds herself trapped in another body. As the plot progresses, things get darker and more convoluted, with Elizabeth desperately trying to find a way to get her body back. However, occult forces are at play, and not everything will go her way. Based on H. P. Lovecraft’s short story ‘The Thing on the Doorstep,’ ‘Suitable Flesh’ is a twisted movie custom-made for fans of explicit, gory thrillers. You can binge it 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. Kinds of Kindness (2024)
Yorgos Lanthimos’ ‘Kinds of Kindness’ is a dark, mind-bending absurdist comedy drama that blends three stories centering on a man named Daniel (Jesse Plemons) and his wife Liz (Emma Stone). Each story has a different plot, but they are loosely linked. The viewers are bombarded with a bizarre string of events that challenge them in myriad ways, including emotionally, sexually, and psychologically. Lanthimos, who has a track record for nudity and sex, doesn’t hold back in this film either, but is successfully able to incorporate them into the narrative. Starring Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Margaret Qualley, Willem Dafoe, Hunter Schafer, and Joe Alwyn, ‘Kinds of Kindness’ is a must-watch film. You can stream it here.
2. 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.
1. 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.
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