Movie

My Name Is Bill W.

★ 6.5(22)19891h 40m

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Good to know

Director: Daniel Petrie
Release date: 1989-04-30
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Garner-Duchow Productions

About My Name Is Bill W.

My Name Is Bill W. is a 1989 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Daniel Petrie, starring James Woods, JoBeth Williams and James Garner. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 22 viewers. Below you can see where to watch My Name Is Bill W. in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Based on the true story of Bill W. (James Woods), a successful stock broker whose life falls apart after the stock crash of the 20's and how he comes to grips with his alcoholism. Along with a fellow alcoholic (James Garner) he forms a support group that would eventually become Alcoholics Anonymous.

Cast

James Woods

Bill Wilson

JoBeth Williams

Lois Wilson

James Garner

Dr. Robert Smith

Gary Sinise

Ebby

George Coe

Robert Harper

Ray Reinhardt

Fritz Weaver

Rick Warner

Joe Inscoe

Rich Valliere

Mark Joy

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch My Name Is Bill W. in Japan?+

My Name Is Bill W. is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is My Name Is Bill W. on Netflix?+

My Name Is Bill W. is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is My Name Is Bill W.?+

My Name Is Bill W. has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in My Name Is Bill W.?+

My Name Is Bill W. stars James Woods, JoBeth Williams, James Garner, Gary Sinise and George Coe.

When did My Name Is Bill W. come out?+

My Name Is Bill W. is a 1989 movie directed by Daniel Petrie.

What genre is My Name Is Bill W.?+

My Name Is Bill W. is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed My Name Is Bill W.?+

My Name Is Bill W. was directed by Daniel Petrie.