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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.
In this revisionist Western comedy, a charming con man, Quincy, travels with his equally opportunistic "widow," Ginger. Their elaborate schemes to swindle unsuspecting townsfolk are constantly challenged by their own incompetence and the interference of a vengeful sheriff. As they navigate a series of comical predicaments, their partnership begins to show signs of genuine affection.
Skin Game received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its comedic elements and the chemistry between its lead actors. While some found its Western setting to be a mere backdrop for the comedic capers, others appreciated its lighthearted and anachronistic approach to the genre. Audience reactions were generally favorable, drawn to its humorous plot and Garner's charismatic performance.
Praised for its humorous premise and the engaging performances of James Garner and Susan Saint James.
Some critics found the Western setting to be less developed than the comedic plot.
Enjoyed for its lighthearted tone and playful subversion of Western tropes.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this film.
The film was intended as a vehicle for James Garner to reprise a similar con-artist persona he played in the popular TV series 'Maverick'.
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Skin Con! Skin Game is predominantly directed by Paul Bogart and written by Richard Alan Simmons and Peter Stone. It stars James Garner, Louis Gossett Jr., Susan Clark, Brenda Sykes, Edward Asner and Andrew Duggan. Music is by David Shir...