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Skincare (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Skincare is a 2024 thriller directed by Austin Peters, starring Elizabeth Banks as Hope, Michaela Jaé (MJ) Rodriguez and Julie Chang. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $456,590 worldwide. Critics gave it 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.

IMDb rating
5.7/10
worldwide gross
$456.6K
Echo Score
64
Metascore
61
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Skincare (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 34m (94 min)
Director
Austin Peters
Genre
Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Skincare About?

The premise of Skincare without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Hope Goldman, a respected aesthetician, finds her thriving skincare business challenged by a formidable rival. As competition intensifies, long-held secrets surface, forcing her to confront the competitive and sometimes ruthless nature of the beauty industry and protect her hard-earned reputation.

Skincare Themes & Keywords

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  • female protagonist
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  • esthetician
  • mexican
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  • male nudity
  • murder mystery
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  • whodunit
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  • taking a dick pic
  • man sabotages woman
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  • rival
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  • breaking and entering
  • skincare brand
  • ruined reputation
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  • bodybuilding
  • nude photograph
  • sending a naked pic
  • ruined life
  • home invasion
  • slashed tire
  • woman hits man
  • moisturizer
  • woman in danger
  • arrested woman
  • tire slashed
  • beauty salon
  • aesthetics
  • stalking
  • cosmetics
  • boutique
  • pepper spray
  • male wears underwear
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Cast & crew

Skincare Cast & Characters

Elizabeth Banks leads the cast as Hope, with Michaela Jaé (MJ) Rodriguez as Marine and Julie Chang as Kylie Curson. Directed by Austin Peters; 20 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Skincare

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From the director

More from Austin Peters

More films directed by Austin Peters, best-rated first: Give Me Future, Give Me Future: Major Lazer in Cuba, NYC, 1981 and Metal Man.

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Ratings

Skincare Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Skincare 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 64/100, strongest in art & craft (75) and weakest in story & flow (45).

64 /100

Skincare Echo Score Breakdown

Skincare delivers striking visuals and committed lead performances but often lacks narrative depth and cohesion. In terms of art and craft, critics praise the production’s vivid cinematography and stylized direction, while character and emotion benefit from Elizabeth Banks’s energetic portrayal alongside Lewis Pullman. However, the story frequently feels superficial, with uneven pacing and omitted backstory details. The sensory presentation offers flash and color, yet occasional dull moments undercut lasting engagement. Overall, it combines strengths in craft and performance with an underdeveloped plot framework.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 75

    Art and craft stand out as the film’s strongest element. In terms of cinematography and visual design, reviewers highlight the sun-dappled imagery, splashy color palette, and measured editing that underpin the tone. Direction employs stylish framing and production design effectively, reinforcing the horror-satire balance. These qualities contribute to clear visual cohesion.

  • Character & Emotion 70

    Character and emotion receive a generally positive response, anchored by Elizabeth Banks’s dynamic lead performance and Lewis Pullman’s engaging presence. Reviewers note their chemistry and emotional range, even as supporting roles often feel underdeveloped. Depth is uneven, with secondary figures lacking clear motivations. Overall, the central portrayals carry the film’s emotional weight.

  • Story & Flow 45

    Story and flow emerge as the film’s weakest area, with many critics pointing to superficial narrative choices. Plot coherence suffers from omitted backstory and erratic pacing, causing key character motivations to feel underexplored. The satire intention is clear but rarely deepens, leaving the storyline more suggestive than compelling. In net, the narrative lacks sustained engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 75

    Sensory experience is a highlight, characterized by vibrant audio-visual elements and a lively soundtrack. Reviewers commend the film’s splashy color scheme, dynamic sound design, and bright production values that enhance the satirical tone. While some find occasional scenes visually overbearing or dull, the overall sensory cohesion maintains audience immersion.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Rewatch value is moderate, reflecting divided audience interest. Some observers express readiness for repeat viewings based on the film’s stylistic flair and engaging lead performance, while others note its superficial narrative and fleeting emotional impact limit lasting appeal. The balance of visual strengths against underdeveloped themes yields an experience that rewards casual revisit but lacks deep enduring resonance.

Plot

Skincare Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Skincare from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Hope Goldman, portrayed by Elizabeth Banks, is a well-known aesthetician based in Los Angeles who has built a successful skincare business alongside her trusted assistant and PR representative, Marine. Her life takes a tumultuous turn after she makes a public appearance on The Brett & Kylie Show to promote her new skincare line. During the segment, she learns with dismay that a new competitor, a skincare clinic owned by Luis Gerardo Méndez’s character Angel Vergara, is opening directly across from her own studio. Angel not only asks her not to park her car in her usual spot—now reserved for his customers—but also seems to stir further trouble by creating an almost hostile environment for her.

Full summary

The whole story of Skincare, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Skincare Box Office

Skincare grossed $456,590 worldwide.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$456.6K

US & Canada
$456.6K
Videos

Skincare Trailers & Videos

3 videos: 1 trailer, 1 clip and 1 featurette.

Official Trailer
  • Clip Skincare Exclusive Movie Clip - The Email (2024)
  • Featurette Q&A with Austin Peters
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Skincare?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Skincare Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “护肤惊魂” and “美容女王”.

Also known as
  • 护肤惊魂
  • 美容女王
  • 스킨케어
  • Skincare : L' Ambition Dans La Peau
  • Уход за кожей
  • 护肤品
  • Догляд за шкірою
  • טיפוח העור
  • Cilt Bakımı
  • 護膚

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FAQ

Skincare FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Skincare, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Skincare?

Skincare runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

When was Skincare released?

Skincare was released on August 16, 2024.

Who directed Skincare?

Skincare was directed by Austin Peters.

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Who is in the cast of Skincare?

Skincare stars Elizabeth Banks as Hope, Michaela Jaé (MJ) Rodriguez as Marine and Julie Chang as Kylie Curson, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Skincare make at the box office?

Skincare grossed $456,590 worldwide.

How is Skincare rated?

Skincare has 5.7/10 on IMDb, 61 on Metacritic and 59% on TMDB.

Does Skincare have a post-credit scene?

No. Skincare has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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