The Skin I Live In
2011, Spanish. Directed by Pedro Almodóvar.
The things the love of a madman can do...
A brilliant plastic surgeon creates a synthetic skin that withstands any kind of damage. His guinea pig: a mysterious and volatile woman who holds the key to his obsession.
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Pedro AlmodóvarDirector
- Antonio BanderasDr. Robert Ledgard
- Elena AnayaVera Cruz / Gal
- Marisa ParedesMarilia
- Jan CornetVicente
- Roberto ÁlamoZeca
- Eduard FernándezFulgencio
- José Luis GómezPresident of the Institute of Biotechnology
- Blanca SuárezNorma Ledgard
- Susi SánchezVicente's mother
- Bárbara LennieCristina
- Fernando CayoSurgeon
- Chema RuizPolice officer
Details
- Released
- 17 August 2011
- Original title
- La piel que habito
- Country
- Spain
- Written by
- Pedro Almodóvar
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $34M
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What The Skin I Live In is based on
The Skin I Live In is adapted from a novel.
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The Skin I Live In: quick answers
Is The Skin I Live In worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 4,798 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Skin I Live In?
The Skin I Live In runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Does The Skin I Live In have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Skin I Live In. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Skin I Live In parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Skin I Live In is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Skin I Live In on?
The Skin I Live In isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Skin I Live In?
If you liked The Skin I Live In, try Berlin Syndrome, The Vanishing, Black Butterfly.
Who directed The Skin I Live In?
The Skin I Live In (2011) was directed by Pedro Almodóvar and stars Antonio Banderas, Elena Anaya, Marisa Paredes.
What is The Skin I Live In based on?
The Skin I Live In is adapted from a novel.