The Skipper (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film
Released in 1987, The Skipper is a comedy, drama and family film directed by Jacob Goldwasser, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Abba Ganuv is the heart warming story of single father "chiko" Ben David - a struggling sailor and his only son Ben.
Who’s in it. The Skipper stars Yehuda Barkan as יצחק (צ'יקו) בן-דוד, Alona Kimhi as גליה אשף, Keren Mor as מגי ויינברג and Uri Shamir as עורך דין נתן קוגלר, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Skipper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Skipper tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Skipper (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Skipper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Skipper?
- The Skipper stars Yehuda Barkan, Alona Kimhi, Keren Mor, Uri Shamir and Ben Tzion.
- When was The Skipper released?
- The Skipper was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.