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My Name Is Bill W.

1h 40m1989Daniel Petrie
IMDb: 7.2/10
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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.

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What is My Name Is Bill W. (1989) 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 stars in My Name Is Bill W.?

My Name Is Bill W. stars James Woods (Bill Wilson), JoBeth Williams (Lois Wilson), James Garner (Dr. Robert Smith), Gary Sinise (Ebby), George Coe. The film was directed by Daniel Petrie.

How long is My Name Is Bill W.?

My Name Is Bill W. has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1989. It is rated Not Rated.

Is My Name Is Bill W. worth watching?

My Name Is Bill W. holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. Fans of Drama, TV Movie are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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