Second Skin (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1999, Second Skin is a drama and romance film directed by Gerardo Vera, running about 100 minutes. “What would you do if you discover that your husband is cheating?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Diego is a doctor who has fallen in love with a married man with a son. Against the advice of his boss and best friend, he continues his affair with Alberto. The consequences of this affair profoundly alter not only the two men's lives, but also that of Alberto's wife.
Who’s in it. Second Skin stars Javier Bardem as Diego, Jordi Mollà as Alberto, Ariadna Gil as Elena and Cecilia Roth as Eva, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Second Skin has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Second Skin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Second Skin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Second Skin (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Second Skin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Second Skin worth watching?
- Second Skin holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Second Skin?
- Second Skin stars Javier Bardem, Jordi Mollà, Ariadna Gil, Cecilia Roth and Mercedes Sampietro.
- When was Second Skin released?
- Second Skin was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.