Scum
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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Scum | Official Trailer (2025) | Now On DigitalOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-02-11
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Ray Winstone
Carlin
David Threlfall
Archer
Martin Phillips
Davis
Davidson Knight
Angel
John Blundell
Banks
Phil Daniels
Richards
Ray Burdis
Eckersley
Patrick Murray
Dougan
Ian Sharrock
Rhodes
Tony London
Woods
Peter Kinley
Betts
Sheridan Earl Russell
Jackson
Colin Mayes
Sumner
Trevor Butler
Toyne
Philip Da Costa
Formby
Richard Butler
Governor
John Judd
Sands
Bay White
Matron
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Clarke
- Screenplay & Story
- Roy Minton
- Original Title
- Scum
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Clarke
Roy Minton
John Wyatt
Ken Pearce
Margaret Matheson
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Alan Clarke
Director
Roy Minton
Writer
John Wyatt
Director of Photography
Ken Pearce
Editor
Margaret Matheson
Producer
Antony Thorpe
Production Design
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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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, David Threlfall, Martin Phillips, Davidson Knight, John Blundell.
When was Scum released and how long is it?
Scum was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Scum?
Scum holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).