The Skin Game (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1931, The Skin Game is a drama film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. An old traditional family and a modern family battle over land in a small English village.
Who’s in it. The Skin Game stars C. V. France as Mr. Hillcrist, Helen Haye as Mrs. Hillcrist, Jill Esmond as Jill Hillcrist and Edmund Gwenn as Mr. Hornblower, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Skin Game has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Skin Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Skin Game tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Skin Game (1931)?
- In GB, The Skin Game is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Skin Game worth watching?
- The Skin Game 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 The Skin Game?
- The Skin Game stars C. V. France, Helen Haye, Jill Esmond, Edmund Gwenn and John Longden.
- When was The Skin Game released?
- The Skin Game was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.