Hold onto your popcorn, friends! Our new favorite multi-talent, Jordan Doww, is set to dazzle and terrify in his first leading feature film role in the queer horror flick, Ganymede, which drops on digital platforms today (Aug 7, 2024).
If you’ve been following Jordan’s career as avidly as we have, you know this is a monumental moment for him—a real breakout that’s been a long time coming.
Ganymede, described as a “campy Southern Gothic” horror, is set in the deeply traditional small-town South.
The plot follows star high school wrestler Lee Fletcher, played by Doww, as he grapples with his burgeoning feelings for his openly gay classmate Kyle, portrayed by Pablo Castelblanco.
Lee’s strict Baptist upbringing, embodied by his legacy-obsessed father Big Lee (Joe Chrest of Stranger Things), makes his journey all the more harrowing.
Enter Pastor Royer (David Koechner from Anchorman), summoned to scare Lee straight. But things take a literal dark turn when a demon starts stalking Lee, unraveling his life in ways unimaginable.
Filmmaking duo and real-life partners Colby Holt and Sam Probst crafted this thrilling tale, offering Doww the perfect platform to showcase his range—from heart-pounding screams to poignant family drama and sweet romantic moments with Kyle.
For those who’ve seen his previous work, this blend of horror and heartfelt storytelling shouldn’t come as a surprise.
Jordan’s ability to balance dark humor with tender moments has been evident throughout his career.
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Over the past decade, Doww has built an impressive resume, starting with roles in short films and web series, and eventually creating his own comedic sketch anthology, It’s Sketchy.
His other notable works include the beloved rom-com Love, Simon, the dark indie film Reach, and the web comedy Mr. Student Body President.
He even lent his voice to the narrative podcast Academy alongside Industry star Myha’la.
But Jordan’s talents don’t stop at acting—he’s also been exploring music, releasing dreamy alt-pop singles like his cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide” and the heartfelt original “Had Enough.”
Jordan first came out as gay back in 2015 with a heartfelt YouTube video titled “I Am Gay, I Am Human,” which quickly went viral.
Reflecting on his journey, he shared in a 2018 Queerty interview that he was unsure if being out had helped or hindered his career.
However, he observed a positive shift in the industry, where sexuality was becoming less of a barrier in casting.
Clearly, Ganymede is proof that there are fantastic queer roles to be embraced, particularly in indie films.
On National Coming Out Day in 2022, Jordan reflected on his coming-out experience with a powerful Instagram post, emphasizing the importance of leading with honesty.
He shared, “When you lead with honesty, it only needs to make sense to you. Genuineness and love will always shine through and that’s simply enough. Everyone’s journey of self-discovery is going to be different and beautiful in their own ways.”
As Jordan Doww steps into this exciting new phase of his career with Ganymede, it’s evident that his journey of self-discovery and artistic exploration is only just beginning.
With more major projects on the horizon, including what he hints as his “biggest job yet,” it’s the perfect time to join his ever-growing fanbase.
So grab your friends, settle in, and get ready to be scared—and maybe even shed a tear or two—with Ganymede, now available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon Prime Video.
Trust us, you don’t want to miss this one!
