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My Name Is Bill W.

6.519891h 40mMovieDramaTV Movie

Based on the true story of Bill W. (James Woods), a successful stock broker whose life falls apart after the stock crash of the 20's and how he comes to grips with his alcoholism. Along with a fellow alcoholic (James Garner) he forms a support group that would eventually become Alcoholics Anonymous.

DirectorDaniel Petrie
WriterWilliam G. Borchert
ProducersDaniel Petrie·James Garner

Where to watch

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Daniel Petrie

JWJames Woods
James Woods
Bill Wilson
JWJoBeth Williams
JoBeth Williams
Lois Wilson
JGJames Garner
James Garner
Dr. Robert Smith
GSGary Sinise
Gary Sinise
Ebby
GCGeorge Coe
George Coe
RHRobert Harper
Robert Harper
RRRay Reinhardt
Ray Reinhardt
FWFritz Weaver
Fritz Weaver
RW
Rick Warner
JIJoe Inscoe
Joe Inscoe
RV
Rich Valliere
MJMark Joy
Mark Joy

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My Name Is Bill W. — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams My Name Is Bill W.?

My Name Is Bill W. isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is My Name Is Bill W. on Netflix?

No, My Name Is Bill W. is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is My Name Is Bill W. on Amazon Prime Video?

No, My Name Is Bill W. isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch My Name Is Bill W. for free?

My Name Is Bill W. isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.