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The Last King of Scotland

7.420062h 3m15MovieDrama

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.

DirectorKevin Macdonald
WritersJeremy Brock·Peter Morgan
ProducersChristine Ruppert·Lisa Bryer

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Kevin Macdonald

FWForest Whitaker
Forest Whitaker
Idi Amin
JMJames McAvoy
James McAvoy
Dr. Nicholas Garrigan
SMSimon McBurney
Simon McBurney
British Diplomat
GAGillian Anderson
Gillian Anderson
Sarah Merrit
KWKerry Washington
Kerry Washington
Kay Amin
DODavid Oyelowo
David Oyelowo
Dr. Thomas Junju
ANAbby Mukiibi Nkaaga
Abby Mukiibi Nkaaga
Masanga
AKAdam Kotz
Adam Kotz
Dr. David Merrit
BRBarbara Rafferty
Barbara Rafferty
Mrs. Garrigan
DA
David Ashton
Dr. Garrigan - Senior
SN
Sarah Nagayi
Tolu
SRStephen Rwangyezi
Stephen Rwangyezi
Jonah Wasswa

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The Last King of Scotland — streaming FAQ

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The Last King of Scotland isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on Rakuten TV, Sky Store and Apple TV Store. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Last King of Scotland on Netflix?

No, The Last King of Scotland is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Rakuten TV and Sky Store.

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The Last King of Scotland isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Last King of Scotland for free?

The Last King of Scotland isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on Rakuten TV and Sky Store.

Is The Last King of Scotland based on a true story?

Yes — The Last King of Scotland is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).