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74% Critic Match
The Last King of Scotland
“Charming. Magnetic. Murderous.”
7.4 / 10• 2006• 2h 3m•R• English
Drama
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Forest Whitaker
Idi Amin
Lead
James McAvoy
Dr. Nicholas Garrigan
Simon McBurney
British Diplomat
Gillian Anderson
Sarah Merrit
Kerry Washington
Kay Amin
David Oyelowo
Dr. Thomas Junju
Abby Mukiibi Nkaaga
Masanga
Adam Kotz
Dr. David Merrit
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Kevin Macdonald's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Last King of Scotland is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
