Wild Bill (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2011, Wild Bill is a drama film directed by Dexter Fletcher, running about 98 minutes. “He's the meanest wanker in town” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Out on parole after 8 years inside Bill Hayward returns home to find his now 11 and 15 year old sons abandoned by their mother and fending for themselves. Unwilling to play Dad, an uncaring Bill is determined to move on.
Who’s in it. Wild Bill stars Charlie Creed-Miles as Bill, Will Poulter as Dean, Sammy Williams as Jimmy and Leo Gregory as Terry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Wild Bill has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wild Bill page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wild Bill tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wild Bill (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wild Bill change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wild Bill worth watching?
- Wild Bill holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wild Bill?
- Wild Bill stars Charlie Creed-Miles, Will Poulter, Sammy Williams, Leo Gregory and Andy Serkis.
- When was Wild Bill released?
- Wild Bill was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.