Where to start withFace/Off
2 versions · originally a film, 1997
Themes: Identity crisis, Good versus evil, Duality, Revenge, Undercover operations.
Start with Face/Off (1997) — the film. Face/Off exists in 2 versions across media, beginning as a film in 1997; each is ranked below by what it does best.
The Face/Off franchise explores the visceral transformation of identity through the extreme physical and creative manipulation of the human visage.
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Face/Off (1997)

The original movie
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Film · 1997
Face/Off (1997) delivers a high-octane cinematic experience where an FBI agent and a criminal mastermind physically swap faces, resulting in a tense, action-packed struggle for control and survival.

2011 series
Face Off
Series · 2011
Face Off (2011) shifts the focus from narrative thriller to reality competition, showcasing the technical artistry and elaborate special effects required to transform human subjects into entirely new, often grotesque, characters.
Common questions
Is the 1997 movie Face/Off related to the 2011 TV show Face Off?
No, the 1997 movie Face/Off and the 2011 reality television series Face Off are completely separate productions. They share a similar title but do not share any source material, plot elements, or creative connection.
Should I watch the 2011 Face Off TV series if I enjoyed the 1997 movie Face/Off?
You should only watch the 2011 series Face Off if you are interested in a reality competition show about makeup artistry. It has no narrative connection to the 1997 action film Face/Off and does not contain the same characters or story.
Are there any other adaptations of the 1997 movie Face/Off?
There are no official adaptations of the 1997 movie Face/Off listed. While the title appears in other media like the 2011 television series Face Off, these are distinct projects and not adaptations of the original film.
Is the 2011 show Face Off a sequel to the 1997 movie Face/Off?
The 2011 reality television series Face Off is not a sequel to the 1997 movie Face/Off. The two titles are unrelated, and the television show does not continue the story or feature the characters from the 1997 film.