---
title: "Spivs"
year: 2004
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/spivs-2004"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 43755
imdb_id: "tt0352864"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Spivs (2004) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/spivs-2004

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Spivs is a 2004 British crime film directed by Colin Teague, co-written with Gary Young and Mike Loveday. The story follows three East-End spivs named Jack, Steve, and Goat, who spend their lives engaged in petty scams and illicit deals. Their trajectory shifts dramatically when a deal involving a man named Villa leaves them in possession of a cargo that contains more than just smuggled goods, forcing them to confront the reality of two young illegal immigrants left in their care.

The film is significant as the second of three collaborations between director Colin Teague and screenwriter Gary Young. It occupies a space within the British crime genre, utilizing a mix of comedy, drama, and thriller elements to explore how small-time criminals react when forced into a position of responsibility. With a runtime of 95 minutes, the pacing follows the trio as they navigate the consequences of their failed scam and the resulting ethical crisis.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three small-time East-End hustlers face a moral dilemma after discovering illegal immigrants inside their smuggled goods."

### Why Watch
- A unique premise that blends comedic hustling with a serious social dilemma
- Directed by Colin Teague, known for his work on British crime cinema
- Features a character-driven narrative centered on the choices of three petty criminals

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film holds a mixed critical reception with a 53 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes
- Tone & Suitability: The film maintains a tone that shifts between comedy, drama, and thriller, with a runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #british crime comedy, #east-end setting, #moral dilemma, #small-time hustlers, #unexpected responsibility, #gritty urban drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Colin Teague
- **Networks / Studios**: Carnaby International

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ken Stott** as *Jack*
- **Nick Moran** as *Steve*
- **Dominic Monaghan** as *Goat*
- **Kate Ashfield** as *Jenny*
- **Jack Dee** as *Nigel*
- **Tamer Hassan** as *Villa*
- **Paul Kaye** as *O’Brien*
- **Colin Teague** as *Young Associate*
- **Elizabeth Berrington** as *Nigel’s Secretary*
- **Linda Bassett** as *Auntie Vee*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Spivs?
Streaming availability varies by region, but the film is indexed on platforms like The Movie Database and Plex.

### Q: Is the film worth watching?
The film holds a 53 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating a mixed critical reception that may appeal to fans of the British crime genre.

### Q: How long is the film?
Spivs has a total runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes.

### Q: What is the primary conflict?
The conflict arises when the three protagonists discover two young illegal immigrants in their shipment and must decide whether to care for them or abandon them.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Spivs — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/43755)
- [Spivs (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spivs_(film))
- [Spivs (2004) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/43755-spivs/cast)
- [Spivs (2004) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0352864/)
- [Spivs (2004) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/spivs/credits)
- [Full cast of Spivs (Movie, 2004) - MovieMeter.com](https://www.moviemeter.com/movies/action/spivs/cast)

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