The Soft Skin
La Peau douce
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.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Criterion Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Soft Skin
Where can I watch The Soft Skin in the United States?
The Soft Skin is available to stream on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Soft Skin on HBO Max?
Yes. The Soft Skin is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel.
Can I watch The Soft Skin for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Soft Skin needs a subscription to HBO Max and Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Soft Skin?
The Soft Skin scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Soft Skin?
The Soft Skin stars Françoise Dorléac, Jean Desailly, Nelly Benedetti, Daniel Ceccaldi, and Laurence Badie. François Truffaut is the director.
How long is The Soft Skin?
The Soft Skin runs 1h 59m (119 minutes).
When did The Soft Skin come out?
The Soft Skin was released on April 20, 1964.
Which studio made The Soft Skin?
The Soft Skin was produced by Les Films du Carrosse, Societé d'Exploitation et de Distribution de Films (SEDIF), and Simar Films in France.
How much did The Soft Skin make at the box office?
The Soft Skin grossed $62,261 worldwide.
What languages is The Soft Skin in?
The Soft Skin is in French, English, and Portuguese, and its original language is French.
What language is The Soft Skin in?
The Soft Skin is in French, and its original title is La Peau douce.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.