The Last King of Scotland (2006)

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Released:
2006-09-27

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.

Director:
Kevin Macdonald

Runtime:
2h 3min

Genre:
Drama

  • 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