Synopsis/Details
After being exiled from Algeria, five notorious brothers — led by the feared and silent
Mohamed, known only in the underworld as The Black Serpent — arrive in a quiet
English town with hopes of starting over. Each carries a past drenched in blood,
madness, and secrets.
But peace doesn’t last long. When the youngest, Fouad, is struck down in a mysterious
hit-and-run, their fragile calm shatters. Old instincts awaken.
As Mohamed investigates, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy tied to his bloody history in
Marseille — and a familiar darkness rises. With only 48 hours to find the truth, the
brothers must decide: return to the chaos they once ruled... or watch their family fall
apart forever.
"The Scumbags of Algeria" is a gritty, violent, and darkly comedic crime drama blending
family, loyalty, and redemption — with bullets.
All Accolades & Coverage
MAIN CHARACTERS
Mohamed – The Black Serpent
Silent. Strategic. Fatherly. A legendary assassin who speaks only when necessary. He
treats his brothers like his children — with love and brutal discipline.
Redha – The Seducer
Charming. Psychopathic. Addicted to rich women, their secrets… and sometimes their
blood. A perfect liar with a smile that hides darkness.
Tahar & Khalil – The Cursed Twins
Short, chaotic, and unpredictable. Masters of Kung Fu and torture. They finish each
other's threats and love violence like a hobby.
Fouad – The Wild One
Only 18. Hyperactive, unstable, emotionally broken. Mohamed is his father figure — the
only thing anchoring him to reality.TONE & STYLE
Genre:
Crime / Action / Dark Comedy / Drama
Tone:
- Brutal, fast-paced, raw
- Mix of Peaky Blinders, John Wick, Snatch, and Breaking Bad
Themes:
- Family & Brotherhood
- Redemption vs. Instinct
- Trauma & Violence
- Loyalty under Fire
Target Audience:
- Ages 18+
- Fans of crime sagas, gritty anti-heroes, and dark humour
- Platforms: Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO Max, Apple TV+
