---
title: "The Scoundrels"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-scoundrels-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 548669
imdb_id: "tt9081774"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 18
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Scoundrels (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-scoundrels-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of "The Scoundrels" (2018).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
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No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Omit details not in the material.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
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Language: English.
Title: The Scoundrels
Year: 2018
Release Date: Oct 26, 2018 (TW)
Genres: Crime, Action, Thriller
Format: Feature Film / Movie
Country: Taiwan
Duration: 1h 45m
Content Rating: 13+ - Teens 13 or older
Synopsis: A former basketball player bonds with a robber and becomes attracted to a dark lifestyle.
Tags: Emotionally Strong Male Lead, Robbery, Poverty, Debt, Revenge, Poor Male Lead, Suspense.
Drafting Idea 1: The Scoundrels is a 2018 feature film from Taiwan. It falls under the genres of action, crime, and thriller. The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 45

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Cineverse | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Hung Tzu-hsuan
- **Networks / Studios**: Great Dream Pictures, Ablaze Image

## Key Cast Continuity

- **JC Lin** as *Liao Wen-jui*
- **Wu Kang-ren** as *Biao*
- **Lee Chien-na** as *Shin-jie*
- **Nikki Hsieh** as *Cathy*
- **Frederick Lee** as *Hsiao-hei*
- **Jack Kao** as *Chen Mu*
- **Ark Zheng**
- **Shih Ming-shuai**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Scoundrels online?
The Scoundrels is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Cineverse. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Scoundrels worth watching?
The Scoundrels holds a community rating of 6.8/10 based on 18 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Scoundrels and when was it released?
The Scoundrels is a feature film with a runtime of 105 minutes. It was released in 2018. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Scoundrels?
The Scoundrels was directed by Hung Tzu-hsuan.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Scoundrels — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/548669)
- [The Scoundrels (2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9081774/fullcredits/)
- [The Scoundrels (2018) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/548669/cast)
- [The Scoundrels Full Cast & Crew - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/32040-the-scoundrels/cast)
- [The Scoundrels (2018) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-scoundrels/credits)

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