Wild Bill 1995
“The Name Is Legendary. The Man Is Real.”
What is Wild Bill?
Wild Bill is a film first released in 1995. Catalogued under Western, Action, Drama, History.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1995
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 1, 1995
- Studios
- United Artists, The Zanuck Company, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Genres
- Western, Action, Drama, History
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Overview
Wild Bill is a film first released in 1995. Catalogued under Western, Action, Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by United Artists, The Zanuck Company, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Legendary gunslinger Wild Bill Hickok’s rise and Deadwood days unfold in this gritty western biopic.”
- Features a powerhouse cast led by Jeff Bridges
- Directed by seasoned western filmmaker Walter Hill
- Early career is telescoped which can feel rushed
- Mixed critical reception reflected in modest audience scores
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven westerns about legendary American outlaws.
The film contains mature violence and adult themes typical of western dramas.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Wild Bill?
The film was written and directed by Walter Hill.
Which actors star in the film?
It stars Jeff Bridges, Ellen Barkin, John Hurt, Diane Lane, and Keith Carradine.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a western, drama, and history film.
When was Wild Bill released?
It was released in the United States on December 1, 1995.
What source material is the film based on?
It is based on the 1978 stage play Fathers and Sons by Thomas Babe and the 1986 novel Deadwood by Pete Dexter.
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