The Outer Limits

The Outer Limits· Season 6 · Episode 3

Skin Deep

S06E03·February 4, 2000·1h·Syfy

A holographic projector which allows a person to disguise themselves as another is taken out for a thrilling test ride by a lonely accountant. Sid and his only friend Debby cloak themselves as attractive in order to party like beautiful people. Debby regrets duping a hunky co-worker into bed, but Sid moves into his dreamworld and won't move out.

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Guest stars

Adam GoldbergAdam Goldbergas Sid CamdenChristina CoxChristina Coxas Deb ClementAntonio Sabàto Jr.Antonio Sabàto Jr.as Chad Warner / Sid Camden
Deanna MilliganDeanna Milliganas Gail
Tony AlcantarTony Alcantaras Director
Kevin DurandKevin Durandas Alan
Woody JeffreysWoody Jeffreysas Male Model
Tanya ReidTanya Reidas Amber
Claude DuhamelClaude Duhamelas Grant
Ted ColeTed Coleas Chris
Linden BanksLinden Banksas Hal Taylor
Avery RaskinAvery Raskinas Boss
Tyson Holmesas Teen Jock
Joyce Ericksonas Old Lady

Crew

Dan IrelandDirector
Scott PetersScott PetersWriter

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