Bill (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1981, Bill is a drama and tv movie film directed by Anthony Page, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Bill, an intellectually disabled man, ventures out into the world for the first time, having spent most of his life in a dreary inner city institution. He is taken in by a kind family and learns what it means to love and be loved for the first time in his life.
Who’s in it. Bill stars Mickey Rooney as Bill Sackter, Dennis Quaid as Barry Morrow, Largo Woodruff as Beverly Morrow and Anna Maria Horsford as Marge Keating, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, 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 Bill page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bill tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bill (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bill change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bill worth watching?
- Bill holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bill?
- Bill stars Mickey Rooney, Dennis Quaid, Largo Woodruff, Anna Maria Horsford and Harry Goz.
- When was Bill released?
- Bill was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.