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Skin Deep

Skin Deep

The comedy that glows in the dark.

Hard-drinking novelist Zach Hutton spirals out of control after his wife and mistress both leave him. Alone and crippled by a bad case of writer's block, Zach slips in and out of casual relationships and one-night stands, while his drinking becomes more and more severe. With the help of a bartender and his therapist, Zach confronts his demons — women and alcohol.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Skin Deep
  • Genres: Romance, Comedy, Drama
  • Release Date: 1989-03-03
  • Runtime: 97 minutes
  • Rating: 6.144/10 (80 votes)
  • Budget: $8,500,000
  • Revenue: $45,000,000
  • Production Companies: Morgan Creek Entertainment, Beco Films, 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6288
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

John Ritter

John Ritter

as Zach

Vincent Gardenia

Vincent Gardenia

as Barney

Alyson Reed

Alyson Reed

as Alex

Joel Brooks

Joel Brooks

as Jake

Julianne Phillips

Julianne Phillips

as Molly

Chelsea Field

Chelsea Field

as Amy

Peter Donat

Peter Donat

as Sparky

Don Gordon

Don Gordon

as Curt

Nina Foch

Nina Foch

as Alex's Mother

Denise Crosby

Denise Crosby

as Angie

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Trailers & Clips

Skin Deep Original Theatrical Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Skin Deep?

Skin Deep is a Romance, Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1989-03-03.

Who are the main actors in Skin Deep?

The main cast includes John Ritter, Vincent Gardenia, Alyson Reed, Joel Brooks, Julianne Phillips, .

Where can I watch Skin Deep online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Skin Deep is available.

Is Skin Deep based on a true story?

The comedy that glows in the dark.

What is the IMDb rating of Skin Deep?

Skin Deep has an IMDb rating of 6.144/10 based on 80 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Skin Deep?

The movie had a production budget of $8,500,000 and earned $45,000,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Skin Deep?

The soundtrack was composed by Morgan Creek Entertainment, Beco Films, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Skin Deep filmed?

Skin Deep was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Skin Deep?

The total runtime of Skin Deep is 97 minutes.

Is Skin Deep suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Skin Deep?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Skin Deep.

Does Skin Deep have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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