Scum 1977
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 78 minutes
- Director
- Alan Clarke
- Network
- BBC
What is Scum?
Scum is a film first released in 1977. Catalogued under TV Movie, Drama, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1977
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 78 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 8, 1977
- Studios
- BBC
- Genres
- TV Movie, Drama, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.3/10
- Episode runtime
- ~78 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- BBC
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Overview
Scum is a film first released in 1977. Catalogued under TV Movie, Drama, Crime. Produced and broadcast by BBC. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A tough teen rises to lead a brutal reform school amid corrupt guards.”
- Powerful performance by Ray Winstone
- Unflinching look at institutional abuse
- Concise 78‑minute runtime
- Harsh violence and neglect may unsettle some viewers
- Production style reflects its 1970s TV origins
Watch it if you appreciate stark, character‑driven dramas about power struggles in institutions.
The film’s brutal depiction of prison life makes it unsuitable for sensitive viewers.
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What is the basic premise of Scum?
The story follows Carlin, a new reform‑school inmate who becomes the leader of his ward as guards enforce terror and neglect.
Who directed Scum?
Scum was directed by Alan Clarke.
Which actors star in the film?
The film stars Ray Winstone, Mick Ford, Julian Firth, and John Blundell.
How long is the film?
Scum runs for approximately 1 hour and 18 minutes.
Is the film suitable for all audiences?
Its graphic portrayal of violence and institutional cruelty makes it unsuitable for younger or sensitive viewers.
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