Billy Wilder Speaks (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2006, Billy Wilder Speaks is a tv movie and documentary film directed by Volker Schlöndorff, running about 72 minutes. “The wit and wisdom of one of Hollywood's most acclaimed filmmakers” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1988, German filmmaker Volker Schlöndorff sat down with legendary director Billy Wilder (1906-2002) at his office in Beverly Hills, California, and turned on his camera for a series of filmed interviews. (A recut of the 1992 TV miniseries Billy, How Did You Do It?)
Who’s in it. Billy Wilder Speaks stars Billy Wilder as Self - Filmmaker, Volker Schlöndorff as Self - Filmmaker / Interviewer, Hellmuth Karasek as Self - Writer / Interviewer and Jean Arthur, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Billy Wilder Speaks has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Billy Wilder Speaks page.
If you liked it. Fans of Billy Wilder Speaks tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Billy Wilder Speaks (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Billy Wilder Speaks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Billy Wilder Speaks worth watching?
- Billy Wilder Speaks holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Billy Wilder Speaks?
- Billy Wilder Speaks stars Billy Wilder, Volker Schlöndorff, Hellmuth Karasek, Jean Arthur and Humphrey Bogart.
- When was Billy Wilder Speaks released?
- Billy Wilder Speaks was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.