The Last King of Scotland (2006)
A young doctor's African adventure becomes a visceral nightmare under the sway of a brutal dictator.
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.
How intense is The Last King of Scotland?
The Last King of Scotland is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What The Last King of Scotland feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulbleakatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Last King of Scotland
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Is The Last King of Scotland for you?
Is The Last King of Scotland scary?
Only a little. The Last King of Scotland has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Last King of Scotland gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is The Last King of Scotland sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Last King of Scotland OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is The Last King of Scotland?
The Last King of Scotland runs 2h 3m.
Where can I stream The Last King of Scotland?
The Last King of Scotland is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Last King of Scotland have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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