Bill
“London is not going to know what hit it!”
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About
What really happened during Shakespeare's 'Lost Years'? Hopeless lute player Bill Shakespeare leaves his home to follow his dream.
Cast
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
John Henry Falle
as Miguel
Jamie Demetriou
as Sergio
Richard Atwill
as Sevi
George Hewer
as Spanish Servant
Tom Meeten
as Spanish Servant
Stephen Greif
as Spanish Advisor
Gareth Tunley
as Guard
Richard Glover
as Catholic Contact
Andy Gillies
as Boris
Sam Exley
as Spanish Courtier
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About 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. Running 94 minutes.
Bill Cast and Characters
The cast features 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), and Laurence Rickard (as Sir Francis Walsingham / Lope Lopez / Stand-Up Jester / Chatty Guard / Slightly Late Courtier / Ian / Hanging Criminal / Chicken Drumstick). Their performances are a major reason Bill has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Bill Online
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▶ Watch Bill NowWhy People Are Watching Bill
Bill flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bill
Where can I watch Bill online for free?
You can watch Bill online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Bill?
Bill runs for 94 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Bill good? What's the rating?
Bill holds a 6.8/10 rating based on 84 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Bill?
The main cast includes Mathew Baynton, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas, and Jim Howick, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Bill available in English?
Yes — Bill was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Bill released?
Bill was released in 2015.
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Where can I watch Bill for free?
You can watch Bill (2015) online for free on Bowood.TV. Just click "Watch Free" on this page to start streaming instantly — no account, subscription, or downloads required.
What is Bill about?
Bill is a Comedy/Family English-language film. What really happened during Shakespeare's 'Lost Years'? Hopeless lute player Bill Shakespeare leaves his home to follow his dream.
When was Bill released?
Bill was released on March 27, 2015. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. The film was produced by Punk Cinema.
Who stars in Bill?
Bill stars Mathew Baynton, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas and Jim Howick. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Bill available in HD?
Yes, Bill is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.