Scum

Name: Scum
Genre: Crime, Drama
Released: 1979-01-01
Rating: 7.4
Cast: Ray Winstone, Mick Ford, Julian Firth, John Blundell, Phil Daniels

1979| 1h 32m| IMDb 7.4

Scum (1979) is currently streaming in the UK on BFI Player. Last updated 20 January 2026.

Streaming availability last checked 20 January 2026

Crime Drama

Ray Winstone stars in one of the most seminal films of 1980's Britain. After assaulting a warder, young offender Carlin (Ray Winstone) is transferred to a tough Borstal where the staff decide to break him with savage, relentless violence. Carlin knows that there is only one way to survive. He must fight back and become the new 'Daddy'.

Director: Alan Clarke