The Last King of Scotland (2006)
Movie 2h 3m ★ 7.4/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
Released in 2006, The Last King of Scotland is a drama movie. It is directed by Kevin Macdonald. The cast includes Kerry Washington, Gillian Anderson and Simon McBurney. The running time is 2h 3m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.4 out of 10.
70Tonight Score Well rated.
Synopsis
Young Scottish doctor, Nicholas Garrigan decides it's time for an adventure after he finishes his formal education, so he decides to try his luck in Uganda, and arrives during the downfall of President Obote. General Idi Amin comes to power and asks Garrigan to become his personal doctor.
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Cast & crew
- Kevin MacdonaldDirector
- Kerry Washingtonas Kay Amin
- Gillian Andersonas Sarah Merrit
- Simon McBurneyas British Diplomat
- Forest Whitakeras Idi Amin
- David Oyelowoas Dr. Thomas Junju
- James McAvoyas Dr. Nicholas Garrigan
- Abby Mukiibi Nkaagaas Masanga
- Adam Kotzas Dr. David Merrit
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Questions about The Last King of Scotland
- What genre is The Last King of Scotland?
- The Last King of Scotland is categorised as Drama.
- Who stars in The Last King of Scotland?
- Kerry Washington, Gillian Anderson, Simon McBurney, Forest Whitaker, David Oyelowo appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Last King of Scotland?
- Kevin Macdonald directed The Last King of Scotland.
- How long is The Last King of Scotland?
- The Last King of Scotland runs for 2h 3m (123 minutes).
- Is The Last King of Scotland worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.4/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Last King of Scotland?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
