I am William (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2017, I am William is a family film directed by Jonas Elmer, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. William's father is dead and his mother is mentally ill, so he lives with his uncle Nils. Nils is on early retirement, making money by buying things cheap and selling them high. He has also accumulated a large debt and city's gangsters are on him, demanding that he pays it full. William sets out to pay off the debt of his uncle - and perhaps his courage might impress Viola too, a girl from his class.
Who’s in it. I am William stars Alexander Magnússon as William, Rasmus Bjerg as Uncle Nils, Stinne Henriksen as Mother and Jakob Agermose Pedersen as Bertil Brystkasse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, I am William has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I am William page.
If you liked it. Fans of I am William tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I am William (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I am William change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I am William worth watching?
- I am William holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in I am William?
- I am William stars Alexander Magnússon, Rasmus Bjerg, Stinne Henriksen, Jakob Agermose Pedersen and Peter Kroll.
- When was I am William released?
- I am William was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.