My Name Is Bill W. (1989)
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.
Director: Daniel Petrie
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: April 30, 1989
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
Screenplay
Music: Laurence Rosenthal
Cinematography: Neil Roach
Editing: John Wright, Paul Rubell
Production: Garner-Duchow Productions, Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, Warner Bros. Television
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Daniel Petrie
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is My Name Is Bill W. about?
- 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.
- Who directed My Name Is Bill W.?
- My Name Is Bill W. was directed by Daniel Petrie.
- Who stars in My Name Is Bill W.?
- My Name Is Bill W. stars James Woods, JoBeth Williams, James Garner, Gary Sinise, George Coe, Robert Harper.
- How long is My Name Is Bill W.?
- My Name Is Bill W. has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is My Name Is Bill W.?
- My Name Is Bill W. is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was My Name Is Bill W. produced?
- My Name Is Bill W. was produced in United States of America.