Plot Summary
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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Director & Crew
Alan Clarke
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Where can I watch Scum online?
Scum (1979) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
What is the TMDB rating of Scum?
It has a TMDB rating of 7.1/10 based on 225 votes.
Who directed Scum?
Scum was directed by Alan Clarke and released in 1979.
How long is Scum?
Scum has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1979-09-12
- Budget
- $0.4M
- Status
- Released