Where to watch Scum(1979)
In the United States, you can watch Scum for free on The Roku Channel and Kanopy.
Where to stream Scum
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Scum plot summary
In Borstal, survival rules!
Carlin is a new reform school inmate with a reputation as a hard case. The authorities encourage gang leader Pongo to humble Carlin, but Carlin overtakes Pongo as Daddy of the ward. The guards institute a reign of terror and neglect, with Carlin emerging as an unlikely leader.
Details
- Release date
- September 12, 1979
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Directed by
- Alan Clarke
- Country
- United Kingdom
- TMDB rating
- 7.1 / 10 · 225 votes
Scum trailer
Cast
Ray WinstoneCarlin
Mick FordArcher
Julian FirthDavis
John BlundellBanks
Phil DanielsRichards
John JuddMr. Sands
Philip JacksonMr Greaves
Peter HowellGovernor
Bill DeanMr Duke
John GrilloMr Goodyear
FAQ
Where can I watch Scum?
In the United States, you can watch Scum for free on The Roku Channel and Kanopy.
How long is Scum?
Scum runs 1h 36m (96 minutes).
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