Bill
London is not going to know what hit it!
What really happened during Shakespeare's 'Lost Years'? Hopeless lute player Bill Shakespeare leaves his home to follow his dream.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Bill
- Genres: Comedy, Family
- Release Date: 2015-03-27
- Runtime: 94 minutes
- Rating: 6.8/10 (83 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $968,534
- Production Companies: Punk Cinema, BBC Film, Cowboy Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.7855
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Mathew Baynton
as William 'Bill' Shakespeare / Lord Burghley / English Messenger / Customs Official
Simon Farnaby
as Earl of Croydon / Juan Domingo / Sausage / Dmitri Alexandrovitch / Fur Seller
Martha Howe-Douglas
as Anne Hathaway / Molly / Spanish Courtier / Body Collector
Jim Howick
as Christopher Marlowe / Gabriel Montoya / Cynical Jester / Palace Doorman / Mysterious Man / Even Grubbier Thief / Party Planner
Laurence Rickard
as Sir Francis Walsingham / Lope Lopez / Stand-Up Jester / Chatty Guard / Slightly Late Courtier / Ian / Hanging Criminal / Chicken Drumstick
Ben Willbond
as King Phillip II of Spain / Earl of Southampton / Grubby Thief / Alexander Dimitrievitch / Head of Guards
Helen McCrory
as Queen Elizabeth I
Damian Lewis
as Sir Richard Hawkins
Justin Edwards
as Sir Francis Drake
Rufus Jones
as Sir Walter Raleigh
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Trailers & Clips
Bill: the story behind the early life of Shakespeare
Bill: Behind-the-Scenes Part 5 - editing
Bill: Behind-the-Scenes Part 4 - on location with the crew
Bill: Behind-the-Scenes Part 3 - on set cast interviews
Bill: Behind-the-Scenes Part 2 - on set, costumes & make-up
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bill?▼
Bill is a Comedy, Family movie directed by . It was released on 2015-03-27.
Who are the main actors in Bill?▼
The main cast includes Mathew Baynton, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas, Jim Howick, Laurence Rickard, .
Where can I watch Bill online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Bill is available.
Is Bill based on a true story?▼
London is not going to know what hit it!
What is the IMDb rating of Bill?▼
Bill has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 83 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Bill?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $968,534 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Bill?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Punk Cinema, BBC Film, Cowboy Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Bill filmed?▼
Bill was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Bill?▼
The total runtime of Bill is 94 minutes.
Is Bill suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Bill?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Bill.
Does Bill have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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