Scarface (1983)
📌 Available on Prime Video and Paramount+ and Netflix🛡️ Adults 18+
📖 Story
Scarface captures the descent of a man consumed by ambition and greed in the cocaine-soaked underworld of 1983 Miami. What begins as ruthless determination transforms into paranoid madness as Tony Montana's empire crumbles beneath the weight of his own violence and addiction. The film becomes a tragic portrait of how power corrupts absolutely, leaving nothing but destruction and isolation in its wake. In the end, there is no victory, only the hollow echo of a dream that consumed everything it touched.
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Rise-to-power
88
Excellent match
EnergyRising and charged
ToneEpic and aspirational
ExperienceGrowth, power, and escalation
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a rise-from-below journey built on training, power shifts, and the satisfaction of steady progression.
Closer to the charactersLets mood do the workTakes its time
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Adults
📌 MPAA
This title is not ideal for family viewing.
Runtime
170 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorBrian De Palma
WritingOliver Stone
CastAl PacinoSteven BauerMichelle PfeifferMary Elizabeth MastrantonioRobert Loggia
ProductionMartin BregmanLouis A. Stroller
MusicGiorgio MoroderEdward BeyerMaurice Schell
CinematographyJohn A. AlonzoSidney Ray BaldwinMichael Ferris
Where to watch Scarface
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Now available through 14 official offers on 3 platforms
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14 platforms available · Prices may vary by country
✨Availability Snapshot14 offers
Scarface is currently listed across official watch options including Prime Video, Paramount+ and Netflix.
Subscription access may be available through Prime Video and Paramount+, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 3.99 GBP on Prime Video.
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
An editorial snapshot using the title’s recorded currency: budget, revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple without forcing USD conversion.
✅Strong commercial success2.64x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue exceeded the production cost by a clear margin
The release delivered a strong commercial result, with revenue clearly above the reported production budget.
Quick pulse
Strong success
💹 Return multiple: 2.64x📈 ROI: +164%🧾 Strong commercial success
💰Budget
$25M25 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$66M66 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
✅Commercial gap
+$41M+41 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
✅Return multiple
2.64x2.64x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $25M • Revenue: $66M • Commercial gap: +$41M ROI +164%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Delivered a strong return against budget.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Al Pacino
Tony Montana
Steven Bauer
Manny Ray
Michelle Pfeiffer
Elvira
Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio
Gina
Robert Loggia
Frank Lopez
Miriam Colon
Mama Montana
F. Murray Abraham
Omar
Paul Shenar
Alejandro Sosa
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Harris Yulin
Bernstein
Ángel Salazar
Chi Chi
Arnaldo Santana
Ernie
Pepe Serna
Angel
Michael P. Moran
Nick The Pig
Al Israel
Hector The Toad
Director: Brian De Palma
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch Scarface?
The film is available on three streaming platforms: Netflix, Prime Video, and Paramount+. Choose based on your subscription.
2Is Scarface suitable for children?
No, the film contains graphic violence, organized crime content, and brutal scenes. It is strictly for adult audiences only.
3What is the duration of Scarface and is it worth watching?
The film runs for 170 minutes (approximately 3 hours). It's a classic masterpiece in cinema history featuring Al Pacino and directed by Brian De Palma.
4What is the Scarface plot summary?
The film follows Tony Montana, a man who arrives in Miami and begins a brutal rise through the organized crime and drug underworld. It portrays a ruthless character with boundless ambition.
5When was Scarface released and is it too old?
The film was released in 1983, making it over 40 years old. However, it remains a timeless classic and essential work in world cinema with enduring impact.
6Who stars in Scarface?
Al Pacino leads as Tony Montana, alongside Michelle Pfeiffer, Steven Bauer, and Robert Loggia. The film is directed by the renowned Brian De Palma.
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