Scruples (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Film

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Released in 1981, Scruples is a drama and tv movie film directed by Robert Day, running about 360 minutes.

What it’s about. Sequel to the 1980 mini-series, taking up the plot where it -- and Judith Krantz's source novel -- left off. Billy Ikehorn (Shelley Smith) is the owner of a chic Beverly Hills boutique against which romantic, corporate and political power plays unfold in the classic soap opera tradition. It was the pilot to a prospective series.

Who’s in it. Scruples stars Shelley Smith as Billy Ikehorn, Priscilla Barnes as Melanie Adams, Sean Allan as Jerry Plummer and Dirk Benedict as Spider Elliott, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scruples page.

If you liked it. Fans of Scruples tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Scruples (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scruples change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Scruples?
Scruples stars Shelley Smith, Priscilla Barnes, Sean Allan, Dirk Benedict and Elizabeth Edwards.
When was Scruples released?
Scruples was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 360 minutes.