The Last King of Scotland 2006
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What is The Last King of Scotland?
The Last King of Scotland is a film first released in 2006. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2006
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 123 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 27, 2006
- Studios
- Fox Searchlight Pictures, Cowboy Films, DNA Films
- Genres
- Drama
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Overview
The Last King of Scotland is a film first released in 2006. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Fox Searchlight Pictures, Cowboy Films, DNA Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A Scottish doctor becomes the personal physician to a newly risen Ugandan dictator.”
- Explores the moral conflict of serving a tyrant
- Set during Uganda’s turbulent power shift
- Depicts disturbing political violence
- Heavy historical subject matter may feel bleak
Watch it if you’re interested in a character‑driven drama about power and conscience.
The film contains intense political drama and scenes of violence, suitable for mature audiences.
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When was The Last King of Scotland released?
It was released in the United States on September 27, 2006.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs for approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes.
What genre does the movie belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
Who is the main character?
The story follows young Scottish doctor Nicholas Garrigan.
Where does the film’s story take place?
The narrative is set in Uganda during the transition from President Obote to General Idi Amin.
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