Scarface to Depart Netflix Streaming at End of Month

Brian De Palma’s influential crime saga, Scarface, is leaving Netflix. Subscribers have until the end of the month to watch Al Pacino’s iconic performance as Tony Montana before the film exits the streaming service on January 1.

Streaming Availability Update

Scarface has been part of the Netflix catalog for the last three months. Its upcoming removal follows a common cycle for licensed content on streaming platforms. For viewers seeking the film after its departure, it’s worth noting that another De Palma-directed crime film, The Untouchables, is available for free on the Tubi streaming service.

Legacy of a Crime Classic

Initially released in 1983, Scarface reimagined a 1930s novel set against the backdrop of Miami’s cocaine trade. The film faced controversy upon release, even receiving an initial X rating from the MPAA before being successfully appealed to an R rating. Despite a critics’ score of 79% on Rotten Tomatoes, the film boasts a strong 93% audience score, reflecting its enduring popularity.

Box Office and Cultural Impact

The film was a financial success, grossing $65 million worldwide against a production budget of $37 million. Its real legacy, however, was cemented through massive home video sales and its quotable dialogue, which has become deeply embedded in popular culture. The movie charts the violent rise and fall of Cuban refugee Tony Montana as he builds a drug empire.

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