The Scheme (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Series · ★ 9.5
Released in 2010, The Scheme is a documentary series.
What it’s about. The Scheme is a BBC Scotland BAFTA-award winning documentary series which follows the lives of six families in the Onthank and Knockinlaw housing schemes. The series has been the subject of media criticism, with the series being labelled as "poverty porn" and described as giving a "misleading impression" of life on the estate. The programme makers have denied allegations that their series exploits the residents of the estate.
Who’s in it. The Scheme stars Marvin Baird and Dayna McLaughlan.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.5/10, The Scheme sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Scheme page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Scheme tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Scheme (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Scheme change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Scheme worth watching?
- The Scheme holds an audience score of 9.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Scheme?
- The Scheme stars Marvin Baird and Dayna McLaughlan.
- When was The Scheme released?
- The Scheme was released in 2010.