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Series · 2010 · 50 min · 1 seasons

The Scheme (2010)

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The Scheme is a TV series (Documentary) that first aired in 2010. The Scheme has 1 seasons and 5 episodes in total. In United States, you can watch The Scheme on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads.

Last episode S1 · E5 — Episode 5 May 30, 2011

Where can I watch The Scheme

📍 United States

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Available in other countries

Streaming services that carry The Scheme, and the countries where you can watch it:

Netflix 6 countries 📍

Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand, United States

Netflix Standard with Ads 4 countries 📍

Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States

Netflix Kids 2 countries

United Kingdom, Ireland

Plot

The Scheme is a BBC Scotland BAFTA-award winning documentary series which follows the lives of six families in the Onthank and Knockinlaw housing schemes. The series has been the subject of media criticism, with the series being labelled as "poverty porn" and described as giving a "misleading impression" of life on the estate.

The programme makers have denied allegations that their series exploits the residents of the estate.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Scheme?

In United States, you can watch The Scheme on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads.

Who stars in The Scheme?

The main cast of The Scheme includes Marvin Baird and Dayna McLaughlan.

How many seasons and episodes does The Scheme have?

The Scheme has 1 seasons and 5 episodes in total.

When was The Scheme released?

The Scheme first aired on May 18, 2010.

Has The Scheme ended?

Yes, The Scheme has ended.

What should I watch if I liked The Scheme?

If you enjoyed The Scheme, try Top Gear, Earth at Night in Colour, JANET JACKSON. and Cursed Films.

Is The Scheme on Netflix?

Yes. In United States, The Scheme is available on Netflix.

Is The Scheme on Netflix Standard with Ads?

Yes. In United States, The Scheme is available on Netflix Standard with Ads.

Is The Scheme on Netflix Kids?

Not in United States right now. The Scheme is on Netflix Kids in: United Kingdom and Ireland.

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Updated: October 26, 2026 ·