Skin Game poster

Skin Game (1971)

"To market, to market, to sell your best friend, then split up the money and do it again."

6.619711h 42mEN
ActionComedyWestern

Directed by Paul Bogart

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 42m

Language

EN

Release

September 30, 1971

Director

Paul Bogart

Official Trailer

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Overview

Quincy Drew and Jason O’Rourke, a pair of friends and con men—the former white, the latter a Northern-born free Black man— travel from town to town in the pre–Civil War American West. In their scam, Quincy sells Jason into slavery, frees him, and the two move on to the next town of suckers . . . unt...

Cast

James Garner

James Garner

Quincy Drew

Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Gossett Jr.

Jason O'Rourke

Susan Clark

Susan Clark

Ginger

Brenda Sykes

Brenda Sykes

Naomi

Ed Asner

Ed Asner

Plunkett

Andrew Duggan

Andrew Duggan

Howard Calloway

Henry Jones

Henry Jones

Sam Cutler

Neva Patterson

Neva Patterson

Mrs. Claggart

Parley Baer

Parley Baer

Mr. Claggart

George Tyne

George Tyne

Henry P.Bonner

Royal Dano

Royal Dano

John Brown

J. Pat O'Malley

J. Pat O'Malley

William

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Skin Game (1971), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Quincy Drew and Jason O’Rourke, a pair of friends and con men—the former white, the latter a Northern-born free Black man— travel from town to town in the pre–Civil War American West. In their scam, Quincy sells Jason into slavery, frees him, and the two move on to the next town of suckers . . . until a con gone wrong leads Jason into real danger.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Skin Game. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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