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My Name Is Bill W. (1989)

Not Rated | | Drama | TV Movie 30 April 1989
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This film reconstructs the true story of stockbroker William Griffith Wilson, a World War I veteran whose small drinking problem becomes a serious addiction after he loses his fortune in ... See full summary »

Director:

Daniel Petrie

Writer:

William G. Borchert

Stars:

James Woods, JoBeth Williams, James Garner | See full cast & crew »
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Nominated for 2 Golden Globes. Another 1 win & 7 nominations. See more awards »

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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
James Woods ... Bill Wilson
JoBeth Williams ... Lois 'Lo' Wilson
James Garner ... Dr. Bob
Gary Sinise ... Ebby
George Coe ... Frank Shaw
Robert Harper ... Dr. Jeremy Partlin
Ray Reinhardt Ray Reinhardt ... Dr. Silkworth
Fritz Weaver ... Dr. Burnham
Rick Warner Rick Warner ... Bill D.
Joe Inscoe ... Fred
Susan Duchow Susan Duchow ... Adele
Rich Valliere ... Charley
Mark Joy Mark Joy ... Guy Kolb
William Aylward William Aylward ... Controller (as Bill Aylward)
Richard Travis Richard Travis ... Stockquoter
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This film reconstructs the true story of stockbroker William Griffith Wilson, a World War I veteran whose small drinking problem becomes a serious addiction after he loses his fortune in the stock market collapse of 1929. Wilson's career and his domestic life are in tatters when he meets Dr. Robert Holbrook Smith also struggling with a drinking problem. The two form a support group that becomes the basis for the organization Alcoholics Anonymous. Written by Jwelch5742

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alcoholic | alcoholism | alcoholics anonymous | support group | alcohol | See All (6) »

Genres:

Drama

Certificate:

Not Rated | See all certifications »

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

30 April 1989 (USA) See more »

Also Known As:

Hallmark Hall of Fame: My Name Is Bill W. (#38.3) See more »

Filming Locations:

Richmond, Virginia, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Garner-Duchow Productions, Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, Warner Bros. Television See more »
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Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
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Trivia

A TV movie made for the ABC network. See more »

Goofs

When Bill Wilson (James Woods) meets Dr. Smith (James Garner) for the first time, Woods introduces himself as "Wilson, Bill Wilson". Garner, in his reply, mistakenly calls Woods "Mr. Williams". See more »

Quotes

Bill Wilson: It's like any journey, Fred. It begins with the first step.
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Referenced in Strange Wilderness (2008) See more »

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7 April 2003 | by jespereilertsen – See all my reviews

This movie carries a great message, and I was deeply touched by the story of the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous. It's an important historic treasure being preserved in a true and respectful film. The story is straightforward and strong and gives and honest impression of the pioneers of AA. Let this movie carry the message too.. There is a solution.. ;-)

If you liked this one - watch "Pay it forward" - a wonderful movie with a similar theme.
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