Skins (2007)
The raw, boundary-pushing British teen drama that launched careers and redefined how television portrays adolescence.
Skins - Series Information
- Original Title: Skins
- First Air Year: 2007
- Last Air Year: 2013
- Created by: Bryan Elsley, Jamie Brittain
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (49 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 7
- Number of Episodes: 61
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: January 25, 2007 (United States - TV-MA), January 25, 2007 (Canada - 14+), January 25, 2007 (United Kingdom - 18), January 25, 2007 (Germany - 16), January 25, 2007 (France - 10), January 25, 2007 (Australia - MA 15+), January 25, 2007 (Brazil - 16), January 25, 2007 (Mexico - C), January 25, 2007 (Spain - 18), January 25, 2007 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: E4
- Alternative Titles: Kumple (PL), Скинс (BG), סקינס (IL), Το Παρεάκι (GR), 스톸스 (KR), Скінс (UA), Skins UK (US), Skins - Juventude À Flor Da Pele (BR)
- Production Companies: Company Pictures, Stormdog Films, E4
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
Skins - Plot
Irreverent comedy drama which follows the messy lives, loves, delirious highs and inevitable lows of a group of raucous teenage friends in Bristol.
Skins - Trailer
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Skins - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Bryan Elsley
- Jamie Brittain
Main Cast
- Kaya Scodelario
- Hannah Murray
- Kathryn Prescott
- Lily Loveless
- Jack O'Connell
- Nicholas Hoult
- Mike Bailey
- April Pearson
- Joe Dempsie
- Larissa Wilson
Writers
- Bryan Elsley
- Jamie Brittain
- Jack Thorne
- Ben Schiffer
- Daniel Kaluuya
Executive Producers
- Charles Pattinson
- Bryan Elsley
- George Faber
- John Griffin
- Francis Hopkinson
Skins - FAQs
Where can you stream Skins online?
Skins is available to stream on Hulu in the United States. It can also be purchased digitally through Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability may vary by region, so check JustWatch for the most current streaming options in your country.
Why was Skins so controversial when it aired?
Skins courted controversy for its unflinching portrayal of teenage drug use, sexuality, mental illness, and self-destructive behaviour. Its frank, unfiltered depiction of adolescent life — written partly by young writers in their teens — shocked audiences and regulators while earning widespread critical praise for its authenticity.
Who are the main actors in Skins?
Skins featured a rotating ensemble cast across its seven series. Notable performers include Nicholas Hoult as Tony Stonem, Kaya Scodelario as Effy Stonem, Hannah Murray as Cassie Ainsworth, Jack O'Connell as James Cook, Kathryn Prescott as Emily Fitch, and Dev Patel as Anwar Kharral.
How many seasons does Skins have?
Skins ran for 7 series on E4, comprising 61 episodes in total. The show used a unique generational format, introducing a new group of characters roughly every two series, with Series 7 serving as a finale revisiting fan-favourite characters Effy, Cassie, and Cook.
Is Skins based on a true story?
Skins is not based on a single true story, but creator Bryan Elsley drew heavily on real teenage experiences. Notably, his son Jamie Brittain co-created the show, and many storylines were developed with input from young writers in their late teens, lending the series a grounded authenticity.
What is the content rating for Skins?
Skins carries a TV-MA rating in the United States, reflecting its mature content including drug use, sexual situations, strong language, and themes of mental health and self-harm. It is rated 18 in the United Kingdom and carries equivalent adult classifications in most international markets.
Did Skins win any awards or critical recognition?
Skins received significant critical acclaim and multiple BAFTA nominations throughout its run. The series was praised for its raw authenticity and for launching the careers of actors including Nicholas Hoult, Dev Patel, and Kaya Scodelario, who all went on to major international film and television careers.
What is Skins about?
Skins is a British teen drama set in Bristol that follows groups of young friends navigating the turbulent realities of adolescence — including drug use, sexuality, mental illness, family breakdown, and grief. Critically acclaimed for its honesty and bold storytelling, it aired on E4 from 2007 to 2013.
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