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Bill
Featured Movie • ⭐ 6.8 TMDb

Bill

2015 1h 34m Comedy / Family
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About the Film

What really happened during Shakespeare's 'Lost Years'? Hopeless lute player Bill Shakespeare leaves his home to follow his dream.

✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict

The Vibe: Bill is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy and family movie from 2015. Directed by Richard Bracewell, and starring Mathew Baynton, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas What really happened during Shakespeare's 'Lost Years'?

Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.8/10, Bill retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.

Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy movies that blends comedy with family elements, Bill deserves a spot on your watchlist.

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Production Specs

Status Released
Released 2015-03-27
Runtime 1h 34m
Budget N/A
Revenue $968,534
Language EN

Top Billed Cast

Mathew Baynton
Mathew Baynton William 'Bill' Shakespeare / Lord Burghley / English Messenger / Customs Official
Simon Farnaby
Simon Farnaby Earl of Croydon / Juan Domingo / Sausage / Dmitri Alexandrovitch / Fur Seller
Martha Howe-Douglas
Martha Howe-Douglas Anne Hathaway / Molly / Spanish Courtier / Body Collector
Jim Howick
Jim Howick Christopher Marlowe / Gabriel Montoya / Cynical Jester / Palace Doorman / Mysterious Man / Even Grubbier Thief / Party Planner
Laurence Rickard
Laurence Rickard Sir Francis Walsingham / Lope Lopez / Stand-Up Jester / Chatty Guard / Slightly Late Courtier / Ian / Hanging Criminal / Chicken Drumstick
Ben Willbond
Ben Willbond King Phillip II of Spain / Earl of Southampton / Grubby Thief / Alexander Dimitrievitch / Head of Guards

Actors Also In

Mathew Baynton

Mathew Baynton

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Simon Farnaby

Simon Farnaby

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