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The Last King of Scotland

“Charming. Magnetic. Murderous.”

★ 7.4(2,392)20062h 3m

The Last King of Scotland is streaming on Disney Plus in France, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Orange VOD, Rakuten TV, Pathé Home, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Kevin Macdonald
Release date: 2006-09-27
Runtime: 2h 3m
Language: English
Box office: $48,600,000
Budget: $6,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Fox Searchlight Pictures

The Last King of Scotland — trailer

About The Last King of Scotland

The Last King of Scotland is a 2006 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Kevin Macdonald, starring Forest Whitaker, James McAvoy and Simon McBurney. It has a runtime of 2 hours 3 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 2,392 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Last King of Scotland in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Forest Whitaker

Idi Amin

James McAvoy

Dr. Nicholas Garrigan

Simon McBurney

British Diplomat

Gillian Anderson

Sarah Merrit

Kerry Washington

Kay Amin

David Oyelowo

Dr. Thomas Junju

Abby Mukiibi Nkaaga

Masanga

Adam Kotz

Dr. David Merrit

Barbara Rafferty

Mrs. Garrigan

David Ashton

Dr. Garrigan - Senior

Sarah Nagayi

Tolu

Stephen Rwangyezi

Jonah Wasswa

Themes & keywords

diplomatnaivetybased on novel or bookgeneralkidnappingdictatorafricamass murder1970saffectationcharismapolygamyugandadictatorshipbiography

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Last King of Scotland in France?+

In France, you can stream The Last King of Scotland on Disney Plus. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Orange VOD, Rakuten TV, Pathé Home, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video.

Is The Last King of Scotland on Netflix?+

The Last King of Scotland is not on Netflix in France right now, but you can stream it on Disney Plus.

How long is The Last King of Scotland?+

The Last King of Scotland has a runtime of 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).

Who stars in The Last King of Scotland?+

The Last King of Scotland stars Forest Whitaker, James McAvoy, Simon McBurney, Gillian Anderson and Kerry Washington.

When did The Last King of Scotland come out?+

The Last King of Scotland is a 2006 movie directed by Kevin Macdonald.

What genre is The Last King of Scotland?+

The Last King of Scotland is Drama film.

Who directed The Last King of Scotland?+

The Last King of Scotland was directed by Kevin Macdonald.