7.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Drama, History • 2016 • 111 min • Teen (13+)
A United Kingdom (2016)
A United Kingdom (2016)
Overview
A United Kingdom tells the true story of Seretse Khama, heir to the throne of Bechuanaland, who married Ruth Williams, a white British woman, in 1948. The couple faced opposition from their families, the British government, and apartheid-era South Africa. The Progressive label follows naturally. The film frames colonial bureaucracy and racial prejudice as the villains, and the central argument is that state power used to enforce racial separation is wrong. That critique runs through every political confrontation in the story. Balancing the ledger somewhat, the film also celebrates a devoted, lifelong marriage with genuine conviction, giving it a streak of traditional family values that keeps the rating from going further left.
Starring Cast
David Oyelowo • Rosamund Pike • Tom Felton
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Family Values: Strongly Traditional
Viewer Rating
7.1
Overview
A United Kingdom tells the true story of Seretse Khama, heir to the throne of Bechuanaland, who married Ruth Williams, a white British woman, in 1948. The couple faced opposition from their families, the British government, and apartheid-era South Africa. The Progressive label follows naturally. The film frames colonial bureaucracy and racial prejudice as the villains, and the central argument is that state power used to enforce racial separation is wrong. That critique runs through every political confrontation in the story. Balancing the ledger somewhat, the film also celebrates a devoted, lifelong marriage with genuine conviction, giving it a streak of traditional family values that keeps the rating from going further left.
Starring Cast
David Oyelowo • Rosamund Pike • Tom Felton
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
Political: Leans Left
Confidence: Medium
The film's narrative strongly aligns with progressive values by critiquing colonialism and racial prejudice, championing self-determination and human dignity against oppressive state power.
Diversity: High
Confidence: High
The movie accurately portrays the historical interracial marriage of Seretse Khama and Ruth Williams, with casting reflecting their true racial identities. Its narrative strongly critiques the racial prejudice and colonial actions of the British government, portraying these traditional power structures as antagonists against the couple's union and Seretse's rightful leadership.
Secondary
Family Values: Strongly Traditional
Confidence: High
The film strongly celebrates lifelong, committed heterosexual marriage as the ideal, depicting the central couple's unwavering fidelity and perseverance against immense political and social pressure. It portrays distinct, though evolving, gender roles within the family and emphasizes strong community and national bonds.
LGBTQ: N/A
Confidence: High
A United Kingdom is a historical drama chronicling the interracial marriage of Seretse Khama and Ruth Williams and their struggle against political opposition and racial prejudice. The film does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or explore themes related to queer identity.
Trans: N/A
Confidence: High
The film 'A United Kingdom' chronicles the true story of Seretse Khama, heir to the throne of Bechuanaland, and his marriage to a white British woman, Ruth Williams. The narrative explores themes of racial discrimination, colonialism, and political intrigue. There are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present in the film's storyline.
Female Combat: N/R
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Gender Swap: No
Confidence: High
The film is a historical drama based on real events and individuals. All major characters, who are documented historical figures, are portrayed on screen with the same gender as their real-life counterparts.
Race Swap: No
Confidence: High
The film is a historical drama depicting real individuals whose on-screen portrayals align with their documented historical races. There are no instances where a historically established character's race was changed for the film.
Hinduism: N/A
Confidence: High
Not depicted in the film.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.9
6.7
Critic Ratings
8.3
6.5
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