Donkey Skin (1970)

Kernel Score: 80% · 544 ratings

Genres: Fantasy, Comedy, Music, Romance

Released: 1970-12-16

Runtime: 90 minutes

Where to watch Donkey Skin

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

A fairy godmother helps a princess disguise herself so she won't have to marry her father.

Donkey Skin parents' guide: ages 8+

Parents need to know that this fantasy musical involves a king wanting to marry his own daughter, from whom she flees with the help of a fairy godmother.

  • Sex, romance & nudity: Some — The central premise involves a father's plan to marry his daughter, a disturbing fairy-tale plot device rather than depicted content.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Jacques Demy

Cast

  • Catherine Deneuve as Princess 'Donkey Skin'
  • Jacques Perrin as Prince Charming
  • Jean Marais as The King
  • Delphine Seyrig as The Fairy
  • Fernand Ledoux as The Red King
  • Micheline Presle as The Red Queen
  • Sacha Pitoëff as The Prime Minister
  • Henri Crémieux as The Chief Doctor
  • Pierre Repp as Thibaut
  • Louise Chevalier as The Old Farmer

Donkey Skin FAQ

Is Donkey Skin good?

Donkey Skin has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 544 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Donkey Skin?

In the US you can stream Donkey Skin on The Criterion Channel and rent it from Prime Video.

Is Donkey Skin OK for kids?

Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that this fantasy musical involves a king wanting to marry his own daughter, from whom she flees with the help of a fairy godmother.

What movies are like Donkey Skin?

If you liked Donkey Skin, try The Princess Bride, Maleficent, Get Married If You Can and Shrek 2.