Skeletons (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1997, Skeletons is a thriller, drama, horror and tv movie film directed by David DeCoteau, running about 87 minutes. “Beneath the surface, nothing is what it seems.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A heart attack moves a Pulitzer winning journalist to leave NY for the peace of a small New England town, but he soon finds himself pulled into a case of a man accused of killing his gay lover with the blade of a shovel. Wanting to keep the case quiet, the town turns against the journalist and his family when he begins digging into its secrets, until finally the accused man is found hanging in his cell and the truth comes out about more than just the killing.
Who’s in it. Skeletons stars Ron Silver as Peter Crane, Christopher Plummer as Reverend Carlyle, Dee Wallace as Heather Crane and Kyle Howard as Zach Crane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Skeletons has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Skeletons page.
If you liked it. Fans of Skeletons tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Skeletons (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Skeletons change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Skeletons worth watching?
- Skeletons holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Skeletons?
- Skeletons stars Ron Silver, Christopher Plummer, Dee Wallace, Kyle Howard and James Coburn.
- When was Skeletons released?
- Skeletons was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.