Best Movies Guide: Why The Last King of Scotland Still Matters
A TMDB-backed guide to The Last King of Scotland, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.
The Last King of Scotland (2006) — an evergreen reference for this movie: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next. Charming. Magnetic. Murderous.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
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; Abby Mukiibi Nkaaga as Masanga; Adam Kotz as Dr. David Merrit
About The Last King of Scotland
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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Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Last King of Scotland?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of The Last King of Scotland?
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; Abby Mukiibi Nkaaga as Masanga; Adam Kotz as Dr. David Merrit
Is this The Last King of Scotland guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.
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