The Soft Skin
1964, French. Directed by François Truffaut.
The Eternal Triangle At Its Most Eternal.
Pierre Lachenay is a well-known publisher and lecturer, married to Franca and father of Sabine. He starts a love affair with air hostess Nicole, which Pierre is hiding, but he cannot stay away from her.
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Worth the Hype
Clear your evening for this.
7.2/10 from 227 TMDB viewer ratings.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Soft Skin
The Soft Skin is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India.
HBO Max Amazon Channel
Criterion Channel
HBO Max
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Fandango At HomeAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- François TruffautDirector
- Françoise DorléacNicole
- Jean DesaillyPierre Lachenay
- Nelly BenedettiFranca Lachenay
- Daniel CeccaldiClément
- Laurence BadieIngrid
- Philippe DumatDirecteur Cinéma Reims
- Paule EmanueleOdile
- Maurice GarrelBontemps
- Sabine HaudepinSabine Lachenay
- Dominique LacarrièreLa Secrétaire Dominique
- Jean LanierMichel
- Pierre RischChanoine
Details
- Released
- 20 April 1964
- Original title
- La Peau douce
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Jean-Louis Richard, François Truffaut
- Box office
- $62K
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked The Soft Skin
Wings
1927 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Bridges of Madison County
1995 · 7.7/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
One Fine Morning
2022 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Boy Meets Girl
1984 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Before Sunset
2004 · 7.8/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Not Easily Broken
2009 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Apartment
1996 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
History Is Made at Night
1937 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Cyrano
2021 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Two English Girls
1971 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Soft Skin: quick answers
Is The Soft Skin worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 227 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Soft Skin?
The Soft Skin runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).
Does The Soft Skin have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Soft Skin. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Soft Skin parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Soft Skin is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Soft Skin on?
The Soft Skin is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Soft Skin?
If you liked The Soft Skin, try Wings, The Bridges of Madison County, One Fine Morning.
Who directed The Soft Skin?
The Soft Skin (1964) was directed by François Truffaut and stars Françoise Dorléac, Jean Desailly, Nelly Benedetti.