Looking: The Movie (2016)

Kernel Score: 79% · 231 ratings

Genres: Drama, Romance, TV Movie

Released: 2016-07-24

Runtime: 85 minutes

Where to watch Looking: The Movie

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Patrick returns to San Francisco for the first time in almost a year to celebrate a momentous event with his old friends. In the process, he must face the unresolved relationships he left behind and make difficult choices about what’s important to him.

Looking: The Movie parents' guide: ages 15+

Parents need to know that this drama follows a gay man reconnecting with friends and confronting past romantic relationships.

  • Sex, romance & nudity: Some — Explores romantic relationships and past intimacy among gay characters.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Andrew Haigh

Cast

  • Jonathan Groff as Patrick Murray
  • Frankie J. Alvarez as Agustín Lanuez
  • Murray Bartlett as Dom Basaluzzo
  • Lauren Weedman as Doris
  • Russell Tovey as Kevin Matheson
  • Raúl Castillo as Richie Donado
  • Daniel Franzese as Eddie
  • O-T Fagbenle as Frank
  • Bashir Salahuddin as Malik
  • Chris Perfetti as Brady

Looking: The Movie FAQ

Is Looking: The Movie good?

Looking: The Movie has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 231 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Looking: The Movie?

In the US you can stream Looking: The Movie on HBO Max.

Is Looking: The Movie OK for kids?

Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this drama follows a gay man reconnecting with friends and confronting past romantic relationships.

What movies are like Looking: The Movie?

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