William (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2019, William is a drama and science fiction film directed by Tim Disney, running about 102 minutes. “Sometimes your past is a mystery” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two cutting-edge scientists give 'birth' to a Neanderthal—the first to walk the earth for some 35,000 years—in order to attempt to answer these questions. Part 'normal' child, part science experiment, William’s 'parents' struggle with the best way to raise him. As William grows toward adulthood, he is educated in the human experiences of love and intimacy. But his primitive impulses begin to emerge the more he tries to conform to human expectations, leading to tragic consequences for him and his loved ones.
Who’s in it. William stars Maria Dizzia as Dr. Sullivan, Will Brittain as William, Waleed Zuaiter as Dr. Reed and Beth Grant as Dr. Thomas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, William has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch William page.
If you liked it. Fans of William tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch William (2019)?
- In US, William is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is William worth watching?
- William holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in William?
- William stars Maria Dizzia, Will Brittain, Waleed Zuaiter, Beth Grant and Paul Guilfoyle.
- When was William released?
- William was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.