Scum (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1977, Scum is a drama and tv movie film directed by Alan Clarke, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. A hard and shocking story of life in a British borstal for young offenders. [This is the original version scheduled for broadcast on 'Play for Today' on 8-Nov-1977 but withdrawn by the BBC because it was deemed too controversial. Director Alan Clarke edited the film and released it in cinemas in 1979 (See 'Scum (1979)'). The BBC would eventually broadcast the original on 27-Jul-1991.]
Who’s in it. Scum stars Ray Winstone as Carlin, David Threlfall as Archer, Martin Phillips as Davis and Davidson Knight as Angel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Scum has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scum page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scum tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scum (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scum change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Scum worth watching?
- Scum holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Scum?
- Scum stars Ray Winstone, David Threlfall, Martin Phillips, Davidson Knight and John Blundell.
- When was Scum released?
- Scum was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.