Movies like The Happy Hooker

Set in the 1970s and 1980s, Boogie Nights delves into the golden age of porn through the eyes of an ambitious young actor. This film's candid portrayal of the adult entertainment industry compliments the open, bold narrative that fans of The Happy Hooker would appreciate.

An iconic 1980s film, Risky Business stars Tom Cruise as a high school student who turns his parent's house into a brothel. Audiences who enjoyed The Happy Hooker's sex-positive and comedic take on the world's oldest profession might find this coming-of-age story an entertaining counterpart.

Though more romantic and less comedic than The Happy Hooker, this film shares the theme of looking for love in unconventional contexts. It will appeal to those who were intrigued by Xaviera Hollander's more romantic entanglements.

This musical comedy-drama starring Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds will resonate with fans of The Happy Hooker for its humorous and warm-hearted look at the goings-on inside a legendary Texas brothel, battling against efforts to shut it down.

Another sequel in the series, The Happy Hooker Goes Hollywood follows Xaviera Hollander as she brings her story to Tinseltown. With its mix of comedy and risqué subject matter, fans of the first film will find a familiar blend of laughs and titillating moments.