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Scum

Scum

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Scum
1979 1h 36m7.1

Scum

“In Borstal, survival rules!”

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Powerful, uncompromising drama about two boys' struggle for survival in the nightmare world of Britain's notorious Borstal Reformatory.

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DirectorAlan Clarke
ScreenplayRoy Minton
StatusReleased
ReleasedSeptember 12, 1979
CountryUnited Kingdom
Languageen
Runtime1h 36m
Budget$420,000
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 7.1 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.6 / 10
Votes210
GenresDrama, Crime
StudioBerwick Street Productions, Boyd's Company

Photos15

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Cast

Ray Winstone

Ray Winstone

Carlin

Mick Ford

Mick Ford

Archer

Julian Firth

Julian Firth

Davis

John Blundell

John Blundell

Banks

Phil Daniels

Phil Daniels

Richards

John Judd

John Judd

Mr. Sands

Philip Jackson

Philip Jackson

Mr Greaves

Peter Howell

Peter Howell

Governor

Bill Dean

Bill Dean

Mr Duke

John Grillo

John Grillo

Mr Goodyear

P.H. Moriarty

P.H. Moriarty

Mr. Hunt

Ray Burdis

Ray Burdis

Eckersley

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Alan Igbon

Meakin

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John Fowler

Woods

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Jo Kendall

Matron

Alrick Riley

Alrick Riley

Angel

Sean Chapman

Sean Chapman

James

Andrew Paul

Andrew Paul

Betts

Patrick Murray

Patrick Murray

Dougan

Herbert Norville

Herbert Norville

Toyne

George Winter

George Winter

Rhodes

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Ray Jewers

PE Teacher

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Nigel Humphreys

Taylor

Perry Benson

Perry Benson

Formby

Danny John-Jules

Danny John-Jules

Baldy's lookout (uncredited)

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Peter Francis

Baldy

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Charles Rayford

Philpott

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Frequently Asked Questions about Scum

Where can I watch Scum?

Scum (1979) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Scum about?

Powerful, uncompromising drama about two boys' struggle for survival in the nightmare world of Britain's notorious Borstal Reformatory.

Who directed Scum?

Scum (1979) was directed by Alan Clarke. The film is a Drama, Crime production with a runtime of 1h 36m, rated 7.1/10.

How long is Scum?

Scum runs 1h 36m (96 minutes total). Audience rating: 7.1/10 from 210 votes. Genre: Drama, Crime.

Is Scum worth watching?

Scum is rated 7.1/10 by 210 viewers — well-rated and generally recommended. A good pick for Drama and Crime fans.