The Painted Skin (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1966, The Painted Skin is a horror film directed by Bao Fang, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. A scholar falls for a beautiful maiden whom he invites to stay with him, but she is not what she seems to be...
Who’s in it. The Painted Skin stars Zhu Hong as Mei-niang, Kao Yuen as Wong Chun-wen, Weng Wu as Wong's brother and Jiang Ming as Pu Song-ling, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Painted Skin has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Painted Skin page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Painted Skin tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Painted Skin (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Painted Skin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Painted Skin worth watching?
- The Painted Skin holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Painted Skin?
- The Painted Skin stars Zhu Hong, Kao Yuen, Weng Wu, Jiang Ming and Lei Shi.
- When was The Painted Skin released?
- The Painted Skin was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.