A United Kingdom (2016) movie poster

A United Kingdom (2016)

"The true story of a love that shook an empire"
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๐Ÿ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 74% (RT: 83%, MC: 65) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaHistory

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Runtime
1h 51m
Country
Czech Republic, France, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (529 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Metacritic
65
Cast
David Oyelowo as Seretse Khama
Rosamund Pike as Ruth Williams-Khama
Tom Felton as Rufus Lancaster
Jack Davenport as Sir Alistair Canning
Terry Pheto as Naledi Khama
Laura Carmichael as Muriel Williams
Jessica Oyelowo as Lady Lilly Canning
Vusi Kunene as Tshekedi Khama
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 529 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 74%.
Overview
The inspiring true story of Seretse Khama, the King of Bechuanaland (modern Botswana), and Ruth Williams, the London office worker he married in 1948 in the face of fierce opposition from their families and the British and South African governments. Seretse and Ruth defied family, Apartheid and empire - their love triumphed over every obstacle flung in their path and in so doing they transformed their nation and inspired the world. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2016 among dedicated fans.
  • During production of A United Kingdom, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

A United Kingdom is a 2016 drama, history film directed by Amma Asante. The inspiring true story of Seretse Khama, the King of Bechuanaland (modern Botswana), and Ruth Williams, the London office worker he married in 1948 in the face of fierce opposition from their families and the British and South African governments. Seretse and Ruth defied family, Apartheid and empire - their love triumphed over every obstacle flung in their path and in so doing they transformed their nation and inspired the world.

The film has been rated by 529 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, A United Kingdom delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

A United Kingdom (2016) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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