I Want Your Sex Opens in 700 Theaters, Scores 90% Fresh

The provocative indie film "I Want Your Sex" is now playing in theaters nationwide, marking the latest cinematic venture from director Gregg Araki. The film, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, opened on July 31, 2026, in approximately 700 theaters as a counter-programming option to major summer releases. Starring Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman, the R-rated comedy-thriller has garnered significant critical acclaim, holding a Certified Fresh rating above 90% on Rotten Tomatoes.

The story centers on Elliot, a recent college graduate played by Hoffman, who lands a job as an assistant to the renowned and provocative artist Erika Tracy, portrayed by Wilde. Their professional relationship quickly evolves as Erika taps Elliot to become her sexual muse, drawing him into a dominant-submissive dynamic that leaves him increasingly out of his depth. The supporting cast includes Mason Gooding, Chase Sui Wonders, Daveed Diggs, and pop star Charli XCX, who plays Elliot's uptight girlfriend.

Critics have praised the film's bold blend of erotic thriller elements, dark comedy, and psychological drama, noting its incisive exploration of themes like obsession, power,...