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My Name Is Bill W.

1989Movie1 h 40 min

DramaTV Movie
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IMDb7.3Rotten Tomatoes–77%

A cathartic, moving drama movie about a real life story and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Story

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.

Feels like

  • Biographical Drama
  • Alcoholism Recovery
  • Inspirational Story
  • James Woods
  • Addiction
  • Support Group
  • Historical Context
  • Emotional Journey

Cast

4 of 4

Crew

Directed by
Daniel Petrie
Written by
William G. Borchert
Produced by
Daniel Petrie
Music by
Laurence Rosenthal

Everyone

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Facts

April 30, 1989 · 1 h 40 min · Drug Use

Released
April 30, 1989
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Content
Drug Use
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
1 country