Johnny Skidmarks
“A crash course in crime.”
Synopsis
Johnny Scardino is working for blackmailers, photographing wealthy guys in seedy motels. One such assignment turns the wrong way and blackmailers die one by one. Is Johnny the next on the list?
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Skidmarks - Blutspuren - Trailer (1998)
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-11-02
Top Cast
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Peter Gallagher
Johnny Scardino
Frances McDormand
Alice
John Lithgow
Sergeant Larry Skovik
John Kapelos
Walter Lippinscott
Jack Black
Jerry
Charlie Spradling
Lorraine
Michael D. Weatherred
Ernie
Lee Arenberg
Louie
David Doty
Brooks Brothers
Michael Beach
Mike
Bill Lee Brown
Coroner
William Preston Robertson
Earl
Rick Hoffman
Bartender
Pat Crawford Brown
Mrs. Starkey
Jordan Taylor
Officer Espinoza
Peter McKernan Jr.
Helicopter Pilot
Venessa Verdugo
Waitress
Philip Bruns
Old Coot
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 18, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Raffo
- Screenplay & Story
- William Preston Robertson, John Raffo
- Original Score
- Brian Langsbard
- Original Title
- Johnny Skidmarks
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Cinépix Film Properties
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Raffo
William Preston Robertson, John Raffo
Brian Langsbard
Bernd Heinl
Sean Albertson
Jeff Sackman, John Dunning, Michael Paseornek, Karen Severin, Karen Weaver
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Paseornek
Producer
Jerry Fleming
Production Design
Sean Albertson
Editor
Karen Severin
Producer
Karen Weaver
Producer
William Preston Robertson
Writer
John Raffo
Writer
Bernd Heinl
Director of Photography
John Raffo
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Johnny Skidmarks
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What is Johnny Skidmarks about?
Johnny Scardino is working for blackmailers, photographing wealthy guys in seedy motels. One such assignment turns the wrong way and blackmailers die one by one. Is Johnny the next on the list?
Who directed Johnny Skidmarks?
Johnny Skidmarks was directed by John Raffo.
Who stars in Johnny Skidmarks?
The principal cast of Johnny Skidmarks includes Peter Gallagher, Frances McDormand, John Lithgow, John Kapelos, Jack Black.
When was Johnny Skidmarks released and how long is it?
Johnny Skidmarks was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Johnny Skidmarks?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Johnny Skidmarks was composed by Brian Langsbard.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Johnny Skidmarks?
Johnny Skidmarks holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).