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Reel in the Closet

8.020151h 3mMovieDocumentary

Never before seen home movies made by queer people dating back to the 1930s and the struggle to save them before they are lost forever.

DirectorStu Maddux
WriterStu Maddux

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KanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Stu Maddux

SSSusan Stryker
Susan Stryker
TA
Tom Ammiano
ABAnita Bryant
Anita Bryant
Self
DFDianne Feinstein
Dianne Feinstein
Self
BG
Barbara Gittings
DI
David Imming
MJMarsha P. Johnson
Marsha P. Johnson
Self (archive footage)
BJ
Bill Jones
CJ
Christine Jorgensen
Self (archive footage)
FK
Frank Kameny
LK
Lynne Kirste
HL
Halima Lucas

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Reel in the Closet — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Reel in the Closet?

Reel in the Closet is streaming on Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Reel in the Closet on Netflix?

No, Reel in the Closet is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is Reel in the Closet on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Reel in the Closet isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kanopy instead.

Where can I watch Reel in the Closet for free?

Reel in the Closet is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.