Scum
“In Borstal, survival rules!”
Synopsis
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.
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Top Cast
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Ray Winstone
Carlin
Mick Ford
Archer
Julian Firth
Davis
John Blundell
Banks
Phil Daniels
Richards
John Judd
Mr. Sands
Philip Jackson
Mr Greaves
Peter Howell
Governor
Bill Dean
Mr Duke
John Grillo
Mr Goodyear
P.H. Moriarty
Mr. Hunt
Ray Burdis
Eckersley
Alan Igbon
Meakin
John Fowler
Woods
Jo Kendall
Matron
Alrick Riley
Angel
Sean Chapman
James
Andrew Paul
Betts
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 4, 2011
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$420K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Clarke
- Screenplay & Story
- Roy Minton
- Original Title
- Scum
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Budget
- $420K
- Production Studios
- Berwick Street Productions, Boyd's Company, Kendon Films Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Clarke
Roy Minton
Phil Meheux
Michael Bradsell
Michael Relph, Clive Parsons, Davina Belling, Don Boyd
Department Leadership Roster
Phil Meheux
Director of Photography
Clive Parsons
Producer
Alan Clarke
Director
Roy Minton
Writer
Davina Belling
Producer
Michael Bradsell
Editor
Mike Porter
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Scum
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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.
Who directed Scum?
Scum was directed by Alan Clarke.
Who stars in Scum?
The principal cast of Scum includes Ray Winstone, Mick Ford, Julian Firth, John Blundell, Phil Daniels.
When was Scum released and how long is it?
Scum was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Scum?
Scum holds official age classifications: CA: R; DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).