Series synopsis
Sensitive Skin is a Canadian comedy television series that premiered on HBO on July 20, 2014. It ended on June 19, 2016. It was created by Hugo Blick. It stars Kim Cattrall and Don McKellar.
Davina and her husband Al try to revamp their lives as they struggle with the uncertainties of middle age.
Premise
Davina and her husband Al try to revamp their lives as they struggle with the uncertainties of middle age.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Kim Cattrall as Davina
- Don McKellar as Al
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 12 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | July 20, 2014 | August 24, 2014 |
| Season 2 | 6 | May 22, 2016 | June 19, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Other Davina Davina and Al decide to change things up to fight the middle age blues, but their new loft proves to be a step in the wrong direction. |
July 20, 2014 |
| 2 |
The Old Woman Davina pays a visit to her comatose mother, Al stands up for himself and a chance meeting with some old friends sparks thoughts of the past. |
July 27, 2014 |
| 3 |
The Three Sisters Al refuses to believe his doctor may be taking advantage of him, and it's Davina who makes an unexpected contact at a networking party for writers. |
August 3, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Wilderness Davina is unable to move on while living in the ultra-hip condo. Haunted by memories of Al and their life together, she accepts an offer to bunk with Veronica and Roger, but that arrangement proves a little more complicated than expected. Meanwhile, Theodore puts his real estate license to good use and tries to help Davina find a new home. |
May 22, 2016 |
| 2 |
Three Lost Loves Davina is slowly adjusting to island life when she has a surprising encounter with an old friend whose wife happens to be infamous radio host Sarah Thorn. Davina accepts Sarah's offer to attend her voice workshop. |
May 29, 2016 |
| 3 |
The Signals Davina needs to get rid of Al's clothes now that she's settled onto the houseboat, but she can't bring herself to just give them all away. She tries to fob items off on Sam and Theo, and, when that doesn't work, tries wearing them herself. Her unconventional look catches the eye of David, a charming personal shopper. |
June 5, 2016 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | HBO |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 20, 2014 |
| Last aired | June 19, 2016 |
| Runtime | 30 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 20:30:00 |