Wild Bill (1995): cast, story & where to watch

1995 · Film · ★ 5.7

Wild Bill poster

Released in 1995, Wild Bill is an action and western film directed by Walter Hill, running about 98 minutes. “The Name Is Legendary. The Man Is Real.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Biopic about famous gunslinger Wild Bill Hickock. The early career of legendary lawman is telescoped and culminates in his relocation in Deadwood and a reunion with Calamity Jane.

Who’s in it. Wild Bill stars Jeff Bridges as Wild Bill Hickok, Ellen Barkin as Calamity Jane, John Hurt as Charley Prince and Diane Lane as Susannah Moore, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Wild Bill has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.2M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wild Bill page.

If you liked it. Fans of Wild Bill tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Wild Bill (1995)?
In US, Wild Bill is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Wild Bill worth watching?
Wild Bill holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Wild Bill?
Wild Bill stars Jeff Bridges, Ellen Barkin, John Hurt, Diane Lane and Keith Carradine.
When was Wild Bill released?
Wild Bill was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.