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Scum
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Scum

Wed, Sep 12, 1979
  • Drama
  • Crime
Film · Synopsis

Synopsis

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

Trailer

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Release windows

When & where

GB
  • In CinemasFri, Sep 28, 1979
  • Streaming / DigitalMon, Mar 17, 2025
CA
  • In CinemasWed, Sep 12, 1979
AU
  • In CinemasThu, Jun 12, 1980
FR
  • In CinemasWed, Mar 19, 1980
DE
  • In CinemasFri, Sep 5, 1980
Where to watch

Streaming TBA

No streaming platforms confirmed yet. We’ll yell the moment one picks it up — make sure it’s on your deck.

Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • 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
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