The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994)
Kernel Score: 82% · 894 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Comedy
Released: 1994-05-31
Runtime: 103 minutes
Where to watch The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Two drag performers and a transgender woman travel across the desert to perform their unique style of cabaret.
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this comedy-drama follows two drag performers and a transgender woman on a road trip and includes strong language, sexual content, drug references, and depictions of homophobia.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes scenes of homophobic aggression and hostility toward the main characters.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Sexual dialogue, cabaret nudity/costuming, and themes involving a transgender character are present.
- Language: Strong — Frequent strong profanity typical of the R rating and drag/cabaret culture depicted.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Some drinking and drug references occur along the road trip.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Stephan Elliott
Cast
- Hugo Weaving as Anthony 'Tick' Belrose / Mitzi Del Bra
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The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert FAQ
Is The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert good?
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 894 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert OK for kids?
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this comedy-drama follows two drag performers and a transgender woman on a road trip and includes strong language, sexual content, drug references, and depictions of homophobia.
What movies are like The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert?
If you liked The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, try Breakfast on Pluto, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, Piku and Hedwig and the Angry Inch.