The 12 Sexiest Movies and Shows of 2025...So Far
Yeah, we’re still thinking about the ‘Sinners’ spit scene.
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Welcome to Long Live the Sex Scene, a special project by Cosmopolitan that explores why these steamy television and movie moments truly matter, especially right now. Join us as we rewind, replay, and then rewind them all over again.
Scary movies are great for fall, and romantic comedies are fun for a lazy Sunday, but IMHO, nothing beats a steamy watch—the kind that makes your heart race, your palms sweat, and has you reaching for your vibrator instead of another handful of popcorn (or, you know, both). We’re talking the sexiest movies of 2025, because let’s face it, you deserve more than just endlessly rewatching that deleted sex scene from The Notebook for the 100th time (IYKYK).
I get it—you might think 2025 hasn’t exactly been a hot year for movies. And yeah, it’s true that we haven’t been bombarded with steamy flicks that double as porn. But that doesn’t mean the good (and by “good,” I mean *bad*, if you catch my drift) stuff isn’t out there; you just have to know where to look. And because we’re, like, really nice, we took it upon ourselves to do the dirty work and find the sexiest new films and TV shows out there. It’s a hard job, but someone’s gotta do it.
From slow-burn romances that have you squirming on the edge of your seat to sizzling love affairs that’ll practically melt your screen, these movies have the kind of tension that makes you press your knees together and stay up late thinking about them. Whether you’re watching with your new FWB, your long-term partner on a date night or just by yourself for some solo action (love that), we’ve got the perfect watch for you.
So sit back, relax, and get ready to turn up the heat. Movie night just got a whole lot hotter.
‘Sinners’
What’s better than one Michael B. Jordan? Two Michael B. Jordans! That’s right: 2020’s sexiest man alive plays twins (twins!!!) in this horror flick that will make you remember why you’ve always had a thing for biceps—and vampires. You won’t even notice the lack of nudity thanks to the sweltering emphasis on female pleasure and the 10/10 cunnilingus tutorial that’ll make you both horny and hungry for ice cream. And that spit scene? Iconic.
Available: Now
‘Materialists’
Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans in a love triangle is honestly the stuff of anyone’s erotic fantasies. Dakota plays a high-end matchmaker caught between a charming billionaire and her ex—hard life! Cue the sexual tension! It’s rich, it’s messy, and it’s packed with chemistry that’ll have you hooked and suddenly understanding why Pascal is our new daddy.
Available: Now
‘The Hunting Wives’
Enter: Brittany Snow, a Boston transplant who gets pulled into the world of Maple Brook’s wealthy housewives. What starts as curiosity quickly turns into something much! more! intense! as Sophie finds herself entangled in a group with some—ahem—complicated dynamics. With Margo (Malin Åkerman) leading the pack, things get messy (and sexy) real fast.
Available: Now
‘Parthenope’
Something sexy from A24? Say less. So, the film follows a shockingly beautiful woman (Celeste Dalla Porta, duh) born from the sea near Naples (I know), over the course of seven decades. Think classic indie with stunning visuals, emotional depth, and lots of complicated desires that leave you wanting more (and suddenly needing a sexpedition to Italy). Oh, and it’s been denounced by the Catholic Church for a sacrilegious sex scene, so do with that what you will.
Available: Now
‘Emmanuelle’
If you’re not familiar with Emmanuelle, let’s catch you up. The original 1967 novel by Emmanuelle Arsan spawned a series of erotic films, some iconic and some...less so. This recent reboot, directed by Audrey Diwan, follows Noémie Merlant as the title character, a Hong Kong hotel worker who spends more time exploring pleasure than anything else. Think: plane bathrooms, threesomes, and hotel poolside encounters. While the reviews aren’t great (wooden acting, a lot of awkward moments), it’s still Emmanuelle—which means the sex scenes are, well, hot. It’s a wild ride to pleasure with more than a few cringeworthy moments, but at least someone leaves satisfied.
Available: Now
‘Mickey 17’
2025 has officially been the year of hot guys playing multiple characters, and I couldn’t be less angry about it. Enter Mickey 17, starring Robert Pattinson as an “expendable” (a job where you repeatedly die in the name of science and experimentation only to be brought back as a clone of yourself...over and over again). Is there a threesome? You’ll have to see. BUT I can tell you there’s definitely enough tension and sizzling chemistry to keep things steamy. If you’re into mind-bending sci-fi with a healthy dose of mystery and Robert Pattinson being hot and tragic (classic R-Pat), this one’s for you.
Available: Now
‘The White Lotus’
If you haven’t already seen season 3 of The White Lotus, this is your official order to do so. Odds are, you’ve heard about, ahem, that sex scene, but in addition, we get more (consensual!) sex scenes, all the classic social commentary and sarcasm we love, set against a backdrop we’d literally *kill* to visit.
Available: Now
‘Outlander: Blood of My Blood’
Outlander is back, and this time, we’re diving into the ~blood~ (literally) of Jamie Fraser’s ancestors. Blood of My Blood tells the story of Jamie’s parents, showcasing their passionate, complicated love story before he was even born. Expect the usual Outlander heat—steamy romance, time-traveling drama, and all the heart-wrenching moments you almost can’t handle. Oh, and if you thought the Fraser family couldn’t get hotter? Think again.
Available: Now
‘Black Bag’
If Mr. & Mrs. Smith had a more elegant, sophisticated cousin, it would be Black Bag. This espionage thriller brings together high-stakes drama and steamy tension, with a focus on deception, secrets, and a whole lot of complicated chemistry. It might not have the most graphic sex scenes, but with a star-studded cast and a plot that keeps you guessing, it’s less about the explosions and more about the mind games—and trust us, it’s just as intense.
Available: Now
‘Companion’
Think: Scandy weekend away with friends, but add in an AI sexbot element and you get Companion. From steamy, forbidden moments to power dynamics that’ll have you squirming, this thriller serves up more than just thrills—it’s got the kind of chemistry that makes you rethink what it means to be alive...and desire something more. Dun, dun, dunnn.
Available: Now
‘Dying for Sex’
Dying for Sex follows Molly (Michelle Williams), a woman with terminal cancer who decides to leave her husband and dive headfirst into exploring her sexual desires. With her best friend Nikki (Jenny Slate) along for the ride, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, emotional reckoning, and a wholeeee lot of pleasure. It’s about taking back control, facing loss, and finding new parts of herself—and making sure they feel damn good while doing it.
Available: Now
‘Together’
Real-life couple Alison Brie (hot) and Dave Franco (also hot) star as Millie and Tim, a pair whose move to the countryside leads to a supernatural nightmare. I know that might not sound super sexy, but the movie explores themes of love, identity, and the extremes of emotional entanglement (plus, it has a surreal ending that will make you literally question the boundaries of connection, so def worth the watch).
Available: Exclusively in theaters starting July 30
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