---
title: "Bobi Wine: The People's President"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/bobi-wine-the-people-s-president-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1004683
imdb_id: "tt21376900"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 113
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 35
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Bobi Wine: The People's President (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/bobi-wine-the-people-s-president-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Bobi Wine: The People's President is a 2022 Ugandan-British-American documentary film directed by Christopher Sharp and Moses Bwayo. It chronicles the presidential campaign of Bobi Wine, a popular Ugandan singer, musician, and member of parliament, as he challenges the long-time rule of Yoweri Museveni.

The film captures the movement of Uganda's young population as they support Bobi Wine's campaign for president. It explores the tension between the charismatic leader and the government crackdown orchestrated by Museveni, highlighting the struggle for peace and freedom through music and activism.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A charismatic musician and member of parliament campaigns for the presidency amidst a crackdown in Uganda."

### Why Watch
- Chronicles the presidential campaign of popular Ugandan singer and opposition leader Bobi Wine
- Features the music used to fight the regime
- Winner of the International Documentary Assn. Best Feature award

### Caveats & Content Note
- Contains depictions of crackdowns and beatings
- Tone & Suitability: The film follows a political campaign and includes elements of government crackdowns and beatings.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #political-documentary, #biographical-drama, #musical-activism, #revolutionary-movement, #ugandan-politics

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Moses Bwayo, Christopher Sharp
- **Networks / Studios**: Southern Films, Ventureland

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bobi Wine** as *Self*
- **Barbara Kyagulanyi** as *Self*
- **Yoweri Museveni** as *Self*
- **John Sparks** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Bobi Wine: The People's President?
The provided sources do not specify a streaming platform.

### Q: Is this film worth watching?
The film won the Best Feature award at the International Documentary Assn. Awards.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes to 1 hour and 54 minutes.

### Q: Is there a series to binge?
This is a documentary film rather than a television series.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Bobi Wine: The People's President — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1004683)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*