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The Last King of Scotland

Charming. Magnetic. Murderous.

Drama
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2006-09-27
2h 3m
English
Released
Fox Searchlight Pictures

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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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Stream The Last King of Scotland online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama movie originally produced in English and released in 2006, it's earned a solid 7.4/10 from 2,365 viewers worldwide.

About The Last King of Scotland

Charming. Magnetic. Murderous.

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. Running 123 minutes.

The Last King of Scotland Cast and Characters

The cast features Forest Whitaker (as Idi Amin), James McAvoy (as Dr. Nicholas Garrigan), Simon McBurney (as British Diplomat), Gillian Anderson (as Sarah Merrit), and Kerry Washington (as Kay Amin). Their performances are a major reason The Last King of Scotland has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Last King of Scotland

The Last King of Scotland flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is The Last King of Scotland?

The Last King of Scotland runs for 123 minutes (about 2.1 hours).

Is The Last King of Scotland good? What's the rating?

The Last King of Scotland holds a 7.4/10 rating based on 2,365 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of The Last King of Scotland?

The main cast includes Forest Whitaker, James McAvoy, Simon McBurney, and Gillian Anderson, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Last King of Scotland available in English?

Yes — The Last King of Scotland was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The Last King of Scotland released?

The Last King of Scotland was released in 2006.

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What is The Last King of Scotland about?

The Last King of Scotland is a Drama English-language film. 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.

When was The Last King of Scotland released?

The Last King of Scotland was released on September 27, 2006. It has a runtime of 2h 3m. The film was produced by Fox Searchlight Pictures.

Who stars in The Last King of Scotland?

The Last King of Scotland stars Forest Whitaker, James McAvoy, Simon McBurney and Gillian Anderson. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Last King of Scotland available in HD?

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