Wild Bill
The Name Is Legendary. The Man Is Real.
A gritty biographical Western that traces a legendary gunslinger's decline through violence, addiction, and loss, culminating in a bittersweet reunion in Deadwood.
Biopic about famous gunslinger Wild Bill Hickock. The early career of legendary lawman is telescoped and culminates in his relocation in Deadwood and a reunion with Calamity Jane.
Essence
Ensemble
Jeff Bridges
Wild Bill Hickok
Ellen Barkin
Calamity Jane
John Hurt
Charley Prince
Diane Lane
Susannah Moore
Keith Carradine
Buffalo Bill Cody
David Arquette
Jack McCall
Christina Applegate
Lurline Newcomb
Bruce Dern
Will Plummer
James Gammon
California Joe
Marjoe Gortner
Preacher
James Remar
Donnie Lonigan
Karen Huie
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