The Last King of Scotland (2006) movie poster

The Last King of Scotland (2006)

"Charming. Magnetic. Murderous."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 77%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 80% (RT: 87%, MC: 74) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Director
Runtime
2h 3m
Country
United States of America, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (2,322 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
87%
Metacritic
74
Cast
Forest Whitaker as Idi Amin
James McAvoy as Dr. Nicholas Garrigan
Simon McBurney as British Diplomat
Gillian Anderson as Sarah Merrit
Kerry Washington as Kay Amin
David Oyelowo as Dr. Thomas Junju
Adam Kotz as Dr. David Merrit
Most people think so. 77% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,322 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 80%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Last King of Scotland, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The initial cut of The Last King of Scotland was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

The Last King of Scotland is a 2006 drama film directed by Kevin Macdonald. 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.

The film has been rated by 2,322 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The Last King of Scotland 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.

The Last King of Scotland (2006) 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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