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Bill: On His Own (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1983, Bill: On His Own is a notable film directed by Anthony Page, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Bill Sackter struggles to cope after his best friend and guardian, Barry Morrow and his wife Beverly move away. Bill moves into a group home run by Mae Driscoll who teaches him how to read. Bill soon discovers his religious heritage, overcoming the fire that accidentally destroyed his small canteen business, and then travels to California to search for the Morrows.

Who’s in it. Bill: On His Own stars Mickey Rooney as Bill Sackter, Helen Hunt as Jenny Wells, Edie McClurg as Angela and Tracey Walter as Kenny, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Bill: On His Own 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: On His Own page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bill: On His Own (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bill: On His Own change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Bill: On His Own worth watching?
Bill: On His Own holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Bill: On His Own?
Bill: On His Own stars Mickey Rooney, Helen Hunt, Edie McClurg, Tracey Walter and Teresa Wright.
When was Bill: On His Own released?
Bill: On His Own was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.