Mask (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1985, Mask is a drama film directed by Peter Bogdanovich, running about 120 minutes. “They told 16 year old Rocky Dennis he could never be like everyone else. So he was determined to be better.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A boy with a massive facial skull deformity and his biker gang mother attempts to live as normal a life as possible under the circumstances.
Who’s in it. Mask stars Cher as Rusty Dennis, Sam Elliott as Gar, Eric Stoltz as Rocky Dennis and Estelle Getty as Evelyn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Mask has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $42.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mask page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mask tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mask (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mask change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mask worth watching?
- Mask holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mask?
- Mask stars Cher, Sam Elliott, Eric Stoltz, Estelle Getty and Richard Dysart.
- When was Mask released?
- Mask was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.