Shortbus
In post-9/11 New York City, an eclectic group of citizens find their lives entangled, personally, romantically, and sexually, at Shortbus, an underground Brooklyn salon infamous for its blend of art, music, politics, and carnality.
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Streaming now in the United States on Philo, Night Flight Plus, OVID, Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome.
Rent or buy in the United States on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Trailers and promos
Official Restoration Trailer
Shortbus (2006) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Frequently asked questions about Shortbus
Where can I watch Shortbus in the United States?
Shortbus is available to stream on Philo, Night Flight Plus, OVID, Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome in the United States, and to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Shortbus for free?
Shortbus streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Pluto TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Shortbus?
Shortbus scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Shortbus?
Shortbus stars Sook-Yin Lee, Paul Dawson, PJ DeBoy, Lindsay Beamish, and Jay Brannan. John Cameron Mitchell is the director.
How long is Shortbus?
Shortbus runs 1h 41m (101 minutes).
When did Shortbus come out?
Shortbus was released on October 4, 2006.
Which studio made Shortbus?
Shortbus was produced by Fortissimo Films, Q Television, and Process Productions in the United States and the Netherlands.
What was the budget for Shortbus?
Shortbus was made on a budget of $2,000,000.
How much did Shortbus make at the box office?
Shortbus grossed $5,557,564 worldwide, against a budget of $2,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.