Summerskin (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1961, Summerskin is a drama film directed by Leopoldo Torre Nilsson, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. In this drama, a still-young grandmother has a suitor whose son is suffering from an incurable illness. The woman knows that the son has fallen in love with her granddaughter, but the granddaughter does not reciprocate his feelings. Convinced she should do something about that situation, grandmother talks her granddaughter into going on a trip to Paris with the young man -- intent on bringing the two together. But this simple plan, it turns out, has unforeseen consequences
Who’s in it. Summerskin stars Alfredo Alcón as Martín, Graciela Borges as Marcela, Franca Boni as Jou-Jou and Pedro Laxalt as Alberto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Summerskin has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Summerskin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Summerskin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Summerskin (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Summerskin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Summerskin worth watching?
- Summerskin holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Summerskin?
- Summerskin stars Alfredo Alcón, Graciela Borges, Franca Boni, Pedro Laxalt and Juan Jones.
- When was Summerskin released?
- Summerskin was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.