Thousands lost their jobs. Some lost their lives. A courageous few fought back.

The Lavender Scare

5.620191h 17m

Documentary

Storyline

At the height of the Cold War, President Eisenhower deems homosexuals to be security risks. A vicious witch hunt ensues, ruining thousands of American lives.

Where to Watch

Rent

Eventive

Cast

Glenn Close

Narrator (voice)

Joan Cassidy

Self (archive footage)

David Hyde Pierce

Dr. Franklin E. Kameny (voice)

T. R. Knight

Drew Ference (voice)

Joseph McCarthy

Self (archive footage)