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Scum

Scum

In Borstal, survival rules!

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

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Scum
  • Genres: Drama, Crime
  • Release Date: 1979-09-12
  • Runtime: 98 minutes
  • Rating: 7.1/10 (195 votes)
  • Budget: $420,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Berwick Street Productions, Boyd's Company, Kendon Films Ltd.
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.9603
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ray Winstone

Ray Winstone

as Carlin

Mick Ford

Mick Ford

as Archer

Julian Firth

Julian Firth

as Davis

John Blundell

John Blundell

as Banks

Phil Daniels

Phil Daniels

as Richards

John Judd

John Judd

as Mr. Sands

Philip Jackson

Philip Jackson

as Mr Greaves

Peter Howell

Peter Howell

as Governor

Bill Dean

Bill Dean

as Mr Duke

John Grillo

John Grillo

as Mr Goodyear

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Official Trailer

Mark Kermode reviews Scum (1979) | BFI Player

Scum (1979) ORIGINAL TRAILER

Official Re-Release Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scum?

Scum is a Drama, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1979-09-12.

Who are the main actors in Scum?

The main cast includes Ray Winstone, Mick Ford, Julian Firth, John Blundell, Phil Daniels, .

Where can I watch Scum online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Scum is available.

Is Scum based on a true story?

In Borstal, survival rules!

What is the IMDb rating of Scum?

Scum has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 195 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Scum?

The movie had a production budget of $420,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Scum?

The soundtrack was composed by Berwick Street Productions, Boyd's Company, Kendon Films Ltd.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Scum filmed?

Scum was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Scum?

The total runtime of Scum is 98 minutes.

Is Scum suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Scum?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Scum.

Does Scum have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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