Wild Bill

1995·Movie
1h 38min·R
47
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8Metacritic51–Rotten Tomatoes46%27%

Where to watch

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy3

World

History, crime, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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Graphic violence bothers you

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About

The Name Is Legendary. The Man Is Real.

Biopic about famous gunslinger Wild Bill Hickock. The early career of legendary lawman is telescoped and culminates in his relocation in Deadwood and a reunion with Calamity Jane.
Western BiopicGunslinger LegendDeadwoodCalamity JaneOld West JusticeHistorical DramaViolent ConfrontationsPsychological PortraitLawman's Decline

Crew

Directed by:
Walter Hill, Allan Graf, Dana J. Kuznetzkoff
Written by:
Walter Hill, Peter Dexter, Thomas Babe
Produced by:
Richard D. Zanuck, Lili Fini Zanuck, Shari Rhodes
Composed by:
Van Dyke Parks

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Wild Bill

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Wild Bill legally?

PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloThe RokuHooplaPluto TVFawesome

Wild Bill is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Microsoft Store, and Spectrum On Demand. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Wild Bill worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 46%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Wild Bill rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Wild Bill?

1 h 38 min

Wild Bill runs 1 h 38 min.

Is Wild Bill based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Wild Bill?

Critics49
Audiences43

Yes. Critics average 49 and audiences 43 out of 100, so both groups see Wild Bill much the same way.

Was Wild Bill a box office hit?

Budget$30 million
Box office$2 million

No. It cost about $30 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 7% of its budget.

What language is Wild Bill in?

Englishcn

It was made in English, with some cn. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Wild Bill?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wild Bill in 74 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Wild Bill use?

Bittersweet EndingDisappeared DadProfessional Sex EdBeware the Nice Ones

TV Tropes lists 4 storytelling tropes for Wild Bill, including Bittersweet Ending, Disappeared Dad, Professional Sex Ed.

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