Bare Essentials (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 3.4
Released in 1991, Bare Essentials is a comedy and tv movie film directed by Martha Coolidge, running about 94 minutes. “Two Gals, Two Guys. One Deserted Island ....Welcome to Paradise” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A couple leaves for a vacation on a tropical island and finds happiness and love... just not with each-other.
Who’s in it. Bare Essentials stars Gregory Harrison as William 'Bill' Buzell owner of Luhana, Mark Linn-Baker as Gordon, Lisa Hartman as Sydney Wayne and Charlotte Lewis as Tarita the Native Girl, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.4/10, Bare Essentials has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bare Essentials page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bare Essentials tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bare Essentials (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bare Essentials change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bare Essentials worth watching?
- Bare Essentials holds an audience score of 3.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bare Essentials?
- Bare Essentials stars Gregory Harrison, Mark Linn-Baker, Lisa Hartman, Charlotte Lewis and Manu Tupou.
- When was Bare Essentials released?
- Bare Essentials was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.