Bare Essence (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Series · ★ 6.7
Released in 1983, Bare Essence is a soap and drama series.
What it’s about. Bare Essence is an American television soap opera which aired on the NBC network during the 1982-1983 season. The series revolved around Tyger Hayes' efforts to succeed in the business world. In the first episode, her new husband Chase Marshall is killed in a racing car accident. Chase's father Hadden opposes Tyger's efforts to join the family business, Kellico, but she is encouraged by Hadden's sister Margaret to try her hand with a new line of perfumes. Ava, the widow of Hadden's other son, is concerned that any success Tyger might have will undermine her son Marcus' position in the company. Both Ava and Marcus' wife Muffin plotted to undermine Tyger's success. To this end, Ava eventually seduces and marries Hadden. Tyger's mother, Lady Bobbi Rowan, falls in love with a Greek millionaire, Niko Theopolous, who wants to exact revenge on the Marshalls.
Who’s in it. Bare Essence stars Ian McShane as Niko Theophilus, Jonathan Frakes as Marcus Marshall, Michael Nader as Alexi Theophilus and Jennifer O'Neill as Lady Bobbi Rowan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Bare Essence 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 Bare Essence page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bare Essence tend to enjoy Yo soy Betty, la fea, La hija del Mariachi, Brazil Avenue and El Señor de los Cielos.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bare Essence (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bare Essence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bare Essence worth watching?
- Bare Essence holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy soap and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bare Essence?
- Bare Essence stars Ian McShane, Jonathan Frakes, Michael Nader, Jennifer O'Neill and Genie Francis.
- When was Bare Essence released?
- Bare Essence was released in 1983.