Skidoo (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1968, Skidoo is a comedy and crime film directed by Otto Preminger, running about 97 minutes. “It takes two to skidoo.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ex-gangster Tony Banks is called out of retirement by mob kingpin God to carry out a hit on fellow mobster "Blue Chips" Packard. When Banks demurs, God kidnaps his daughter Darlene on his luxury yacht.
Who’s in it. Skidoo stars Jackie Gleason as Tough Tony Banks, Carol Channing as Flo Banks, Frankie Avalon as Angie and Fred Clark as Tower Guard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Skidoo has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Skidoo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Skidoo tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Skidoo (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Skidoo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Skidoo worth watching?
- Skidoo holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Skidoo?
- Skidoo stars Jackie Gleason, Carol Channing, Frankie Avalon, Fred Clark and Michael Constantine.
- When was Skidoo released?
- Skidoo was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.