Escaping Idi Amin

A brutal dictator orders 80,000 people to leave the country within 90 days or face the consequences. Many have British passports. As the deadline looms, will Britain help?

Show Info

Web channel: United Kingdom BBC iPlayer (2026 - now)
Average Runtime: 58 minutes
Status: In Development; premiering October 2026
Show Type: Documentary
Episodes ordered: 2 episodes

Official site: www.bbc.co.uk

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Episode 1x01; Oct 26, 2026

In 1972, Ugandan dictator Idi Amin announces a plan to throw all Asians out of the country within 90 days. Will they be able to flee on their British passports?

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