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Scum at a glance
Scum is a 1977 tv movie and drama film, running 1h 18m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
No service is listed for the United Kingdom right now.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1977-11-08
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Genres
- TV Movie, Drama, Crime
- Director
- Alan Clarke
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.2 / 10 · 53 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmCarlin 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.
Cast
14 names
Ray WinstoneCarlin
David ThrelfallArcher
Martin PhillipsDavisDavidson KnightAngel
John BlundellBanks
Phil DanielsRichards
Ray BurdisEckersley
Patrick MurrayDouganIan SharrockRhodes
Tony LondonWoods
Peter KinleyBetts
Sheridan Earl RussellJacksonColin MayesSumner
Trevor ButlerToyne
Questions about Scum
Quick answersWhere can I watch Scum in the United Kingdom?
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Is Scum suitable for children?
Scum is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is Scum on PelisPlus UK?
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What is Scum about?
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.
How long is Scum?
Scum runs for 1h 18m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Scum trailer?
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