Skin Deep(1989)
“The comedy that glows in the dark.”
Overview
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.
Director
Blake Edwards
Studio
Morgan Creek Entertainment
Budget
$9M
Revenue
$45M
Cast
John Ritter
as Zach
Vincent Gardenia
as Barney
Alyson Reed
as Alex
Joel Brooks
as Jake
Julianne Phillips
as Molly
Chelsea Field
as Amy
Peter Donat
as Sparky
Don Gordon
as Curt
Nina Foch
as Alex's Mother
Denise Crosby
as Angie
Michael Kidd
as Dr. Westford
DeeDee Rescher
as Bernice
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1989
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
6.2 / 10
Budget
$9M
Box Office
$45M
Production Companies
Morgan Creek Entertainment • Beco Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Skin Deep?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Skin Deep (1989).
What is Skin Deep about?▼
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.
Who directed Skin Deep?▼
Skin Deep was directed by Blake Edwards and released in 1989. It is a romance, comedy, drama film.
How long is Skin Deep?▼
Skin Deep has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in Skin Deep?▼
The cast of Skin Deep includes John Ritter as Zach, Vincent Gardenia as Barney, Alyson Reed as Alex, Joel Brooks as Jake, Julianne Phillips as Molly and more.
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