Let’s be honest: even to a small extent, porn is present in all our lives. There’s hardly a man or woman out there who doesn’t have at least some experience with it. Considering that, it’s no wonder that porn themes have always been part of big-screen movies. Sometimes, these films come as a documentary, and other times, they are comedy, biopic, or drama. Now let’s look out for this top list of the best movies about porn. Chances are you’ve never seen most of them.
After Porn Ends (2012)
For most adult film stars, a career in porn lasts no more than a few years but follows them for the rest of their lives. In this documentary titled After Porn Ends, we get to see what former porn stars have to say about their time in the industry and what it’s like moving to a “civilian” career. Among those interviewed, you can see classic and vintage pornstars like Asia Carrera, Nina Hartley, Amber Lynn, and Luke Ford.
After Porn Ends 2 (2017)
Since it is a sequel, the second movie includes pornstars like Lisa Ann, Darren James, Georgina Spelvin, Ginger Lynn, Venus Lux, Danny D, and others. It’s more of the same, just with more people.
After Porn Ends 3 (2018)
It has now turned into full series, it seems, and what other whores are there to explore? The dirtiest slut, Bonnie Rotten, followed by Tera Patrick, Romi Rain, Abigail Mac, Kira Noir, and some of the recent hoes.
The Fluffer (2001)
This unconventional movie tells the tale of a young man who falls in love with a gay-for-pay pornstar and starts working for him as a fluffer. FYI, a fluffer is a person who gets a male adult actor “ready” for his scenes. TMI is another acronym you should know about in this situation.
The Amateurs (2005)
Amateurs or Moguls is the tale of a man hit by a mid-life crisis who decides to make a porn flick. Guess who’s in the leading role? That’s right, The Dude himself, Jeff Bridges. Playing a lovable loser, he employs the help of his friends and neighbors in this comedy from 2005.
Sex, Explained (2024)
With an IMDB rating of 6.8, Sex Explained covers the pleasures of porn from the other angle. It’s all about sex, from birth control history to fetishes.
It’s more of an interview-style documentary, and that only fits a few people’s tastes, but if you have watched them all, this one is an okay time filler. I don’t know why the rating is so good because it’s closer to 5 than 7, but you’re welcome to prove me wrong. And yes, it’s from the masterminds of Netflix.
Hot Girls Wanted (2015)
There aren’t that many movies about porn that capture the experience of entering the industry as a teen. However, hot Girls Wanted gives an inside look into just how easy it is for the millennial generation to end up shooting porn. And, even worse, regretting their decision.
Lovelace (2013)
For a while back in the 1970s, Linda Lovelace was as famous as any movie star. So, what was the cause of such fame? She was the star of legendary porn film Deep Throat, the first such film with character development and plot. In the biopic Love Lace, we look at the circumstances surrounding the making of Deep Throat and its impact.
Orgazmo (1997)
The guy on the left might be familiar to you. Yes, that’s South Park co-creator Trey Parker. Before kicking off a TV still going strong, he wrote, directed, and played the leading role in this comedy. The movie stars a naive young Mormon missionary who gets pulled into the adult industry and becomes a superhero/pornstar who fights evil with a ray gun that induces orgasms. Sound fun?
Inside Deep Throat (2005)
This documentary focuses on the infamous porn movie Deep Throat shot in 1972. It also utilizes about 800 hours of archive footage, including interviews. This film explores the production, distribution, and effects Deep Throat had on American society. It’s well worth watching.
Zack and Miri Make a Porno (2008)
In this Kevin Smith flick, we see struggling platonic pals trying to pay their rent with amateur porn. Seth Rogan stars in these movies about porn and adds another fun title to Smith’s catalog.
The People vs. Larry Flynt (1996)
Playing Larry Flynt, the man behind Hustler, Woody Harrelson received an Oscar nomination for his role in this movie. This film from 1996 shows the trials and tribulations of a large pornography publisher as he turned into a defender of free speech. You’ll also notice a young Edward Norton in this movie and Courtney Love as Flynt’s wife.
Boogie Nights (1997)
Among movies about porn, there’s nothing better, in our opinion, than Boogie Nights. This film depicts the adventures of a young man making his way and becoming a star in the porn industry of late 1970s California. It stars porn legend Nina Hartley, Mark Wahlberg in the role of upcoming male pornstar Dirk Diggler, and Heather Graham, who shows her natural tits off.
When you take a break and kick up your feet, treat yourself to a few movies from this list. We’re sure there’s at least something for everyone here.
