Teresa's Tattoo (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 4.6

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Released in 1994, Teresa's Tattoo is an action, comedy and crime film directed by Julie Cypher, running about 88 minutes. “She wants to study, they think she should live a little!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Mathematician Teresa just wanted to study during the College spring break. But her friends, who want her to live a little, drag her out to parties. The next thing she knows, she has been drugged, kidnapped, made a redhead, tattooed, and wearing leather?!? Her captors seem to be the most inept crooks ever. They seem to have a plan, if only she could figure out why it involves her.

Who’s in it. Teresa's Tattoo stars C. Thomas Howell as Carl, Nancy McKeon as Sara, Lou Diamond Phillips as Wheeler and Casey Siemaszko as Michael, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Teresa's Tattoo has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Teresa's Tattoo page.

If you liked it. Fans of Teresa's Tattoo tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Teresa's Tattoo (1994)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Teresa's Tattoo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Teresa's Tattoo worth watching?
Teresa's Tattoo holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Teresa's Tattoo?
Teresa's Tattoo stars C. Thomas Howell, Nancy McKeon, Lou Diamond Phillips, Casey Siemaszko and Jonathan Silverman.
When was Teresa's Tattoo released?
Teresa's Tattoo was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.