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5.1 / 10(30 votes)IMDb20111h 50mUnited States of America

Screwed

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Synopsis

The film is a semi-biographical story based on the experiences of former prison guard Ronnie Thompson who spent seven years working in some of the UK's most dangerous prisons. Based on Thompson's book of the same name, the project stars James D'Arcy (Master & Commander), Noel Clarke (Kidulthood), Frank Harper (The Football Factory), Jamie Foreman (Layer Cake), Andrew Shim (This Is England) and Kate Magowan (Stardust). The story revolves around former soldier Sam Norwood who takes a job as a prison officer when he returns from Iraq and becomes exposed to the underworld of prison culture - including corrupt guards and drug trafficking.

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Screwed [UK Film Trailer]

Type: Trailer • Published 2011-04-28

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

$3

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Reg Traviss
Screenplay & Story
Colin Butts
Original Title
Screwed
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 50m
Production Budget
$3

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Reg Traviss

Screenplay & Story

Colin Butts, Ronnie Thompson

Producers

James Harris

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Ronnie Thompson

Department Leadership Roster

Colin Butts

Screenplay

Reg Traviss

Director

James Harris

James Harris

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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United Kingdom (BBFC)18

Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Screwed

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Screwed about?

The film is a semi-biographical story based on the experiences of former prison guard Ronnie Thompson who spent seven years working in some of the UK's most dangerous prisons. Based on Thompson's book of the same name, the project stars James D'Arcy (Master & Commander), Noel Clarke (Kidulthood), Frank Harper (The Football Factory), Jamie Foreman (Layer Cake), Andrew Shim (This Is England) and Kate Magowan (Stardust). The story revolves around former soldier Sam Norwood who takes a job as a prison officer when he returns from Iraq and becomes exposed to the underworld of prison culture - including corrupt guards and drug trafficking.

Who directed Screwed?

Screwed was directed by Reg Traviss.

Who stars in Screwed?

The principal cast of Screwed includes James D'Arcy, Noel Clarke, Frank Harper, Kate Magowan, Jamie Foreman.

When was Screwed released and how long is it?

Screwed was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.

Is Screwed based on a book or true story?

Screwed is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ronnie Thompson".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Screwed?

Screwed holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).