Skins 2007
“The most exciting TV show in a generation”
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- January 25, 2007
- Last Aired
- August 5, 2013
- Format
- 7 seasons · 61 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~44.7 hours (44 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E9 "Everyone" (★ 8.9/10)
- Created By
- Bryan Elsley, Jamie Brittain
- Network
- E4
- Where to Stream
- Hulu
What is Skins?
Skins is a British teen comedy-drama television series that aired from 2007 to 2013. Created by Jamie Brittain and Bryan Elsley, the program follows the lives of a group of teenagers living in Bristol, England, as they navigate the two years of sixth form.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2007
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 61
- Runtime
- 44 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 25, 2007
- Last aired
- Aug 5, 2013
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- E4
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.1/10 from 1,410 votes
- Format
- 7 seasons · 61 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~44 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- E4
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Estimate the schedule using 61 episodes and an average 44-minute runtime.
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Overview
Skins is a British teen comedy-drama television series that aired from 2007 to 2013. Created by Jamie Brittain and Bryan Elsley, the program follows the lives of a group of teenagers living in Bristol, England, as they navigate the two years of sixth form. The narrative focuses on the messy lives, loves, delirious highs, and inevitable lows of these raucous friends. The series is known for its controversial storylines, which explore various complex issues including dysfunctional families and mental illnesses such as depression, eating disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The original cast included actors such as Kaya Scodelario, Nicholas Hoult, Joe Dempsie, and Hannah Murray, portraying characters including Tony Stonem, Michelle Richardson, Sid Jenkins, Cassie Ainsworth, Chris Miles, Jal Fazer, Maxxie Oliver, and Anwar Kharral. The Skins franchise expanded beyond the television series to include novels, soundtracks, official online content, and an American adaptation. The first season of the show premiered on January 25, 2007, and the series concluded its run in 2013.
Should you watch it?
“A group of raucous teenagers in Bristol navigate the messy highs and lows of their sixth form years.”
- authentic portrayal of teenage life
- dynamic ensemble cast
- features controversial storylines
- depicts themes of mental illness
Watch it if you enjoy gritty coming-of-age dramas that explore the complexities of adolescence.
The series contains mature themes including mental illness, dysfunctional families, and eating disorders.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 9 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Tony Mytharc Jan 25, 2007
- E2 Cassie Core Feb 1, 2007
- E3 Jal Core Feb 8, 2007
- E4 Chris Core Feb 15, 2007
- E5 Sid Core Feb 22, 2007
- E6 Maxxie and Anwar Core Mar 1, 2007
- E7 Michelle Core Mar 8, 2007
- E8 Effy Mytharc Mar 15, 2007
- E9 Everyone Mytharc Mar 22, 2007
Season 2 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 Tony and Maxxie Mytharc Feb 11, 2008
- E2 Sketch Core Feb 18, 2008
- E3 Sid Core Feb 25, 2008
- E4 Michelle Core Mar 3, 2008
- E5 Chris Core Mar 10, 2008
- E6 Tony Core Mar 17, 2008
- E7 Effy Core Mar 24, 2008
- E8 Jal Core Mar 31, 2008
- E9 Cassie Mytharc Apr 7, 2008
- E10 Final Goodbyes Mytharc Apr 14, 2008
Season 3 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →- E1 Everyone Mytharc Jan 22, 2009
- E2 Cook Core Jan 29, 2009
- E3 Thomas Core Feb 5, 2009
- E4 Pandora Core Feb 12, 2009
- E5 Freddie Core Feb 19, 2009
- E6 Naomi Core Feb 26, 2009
- E7 JJ Core Mar 5, 2009
- E8 Effy Core Mar 12, 2009
- E9 Katie and Emily Mytharc Mar 19, 2009
- E10 Finale Mytharc Mar 26, 2009
Season 4 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →- E1 Thomas Mytharc Jan 28, 2010
- E2 Emily Core Feb 4, 2010
- E3 Cook Core Feb 11, 2010
- E4 Katie Core Feb 18, 2010
- E5 Freddie Core Feb 25, 2010
- E6 JJ Core Mar 4, 2010
- E7 Effy Mytharc Mar 11, 2010
- E8 Everyone Mytharc Mar 18, 2010
Season 5 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →Season 6 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 6 guide & lore primer →- E1 Everyone Mytharc Jan 23, 2012
- E2 Rich Core Jan 30, 2012
- E3 Alex Core Feb 6, 2012
- E4 Franky Core Feb 13, 2012
- E5 Mini Core Feb 20, 2012
- E6 Nick Core Feb 27, 2012
- E7 Alo Core Mar 5, 2012
- E8 Liv Core Mar 12, 2012
- E9 Mini and Franky Mytharc Mar 19, 2012
- E10 Finale Mytharc Mar 26, 2012
Season 7 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 7 guide & lore primer →- E1 Fire (1) Mytharc Jul 1, 2013
- E2 Fire (2) Core Jul 8, 2013
- E3 Pure (1) Core Jul 15, 2013
- E4 Pure (2) Core Jul 22, 2013
- E5 Rise (1) Mytharc Jul 29, 2013
- E6 Rise (2) Mytharc Aug 5, 2013
Frequently asked questions
What is the setting of the show?
The series is set in Bristol, England.
Who created the series?
The show was created by Jamie Brittain and Bryan Elsley.
What time period does the show cover?
The series follows the characters through their two years of sixth form.
What themes are explored in the series?
It explores issues such as dysfunctional families and various forms of mental illness.
What is the genre of the show?
It is a British teen comedy drama.
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