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William (2019): Cast, Ratings & Where to Watch

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William is a 2019 drama directed by Tim Disney, starring Connor Wilkinson as William 11 months, Maria Dizzia and Christian Convery. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes. Critics gave it 36% on Rotten Tomatoes and 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.

IMDb rating
5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes
36%
Echo Score
64
Metascore
57
William (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Director
Tim Disney
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is William About?

The premise of William without spoilers.

Amidst the world of academia, Julian Reed and Barbara Sullivan challenge established norms by creating William, the first Neanderthal clone. This groundbreaking experiment unleashes a 35,000-year-old secret, forcing William to adapt to a modern world while grappling with his unique identity and appearance. His existence sparks fear and questions about acceptance, as he searches for love and belonging in a society that struggles to understand the unknown.

William Themes & Keywords

· 5 tags
  • baby
  • neanderthal
  • scientist
  • genetics
  • character name in title
Where to watch

Where to Watch William

Rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

William Cast & Characters

Connor Wilkinson leads the cast as William 11 months, with Maria Dizzia as Dr. Barbara Sullivan and Christian Convery as Young William. Directed by Tim Disney; 10 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

William Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave William 36% on Rotten Tomatoes and 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10. Our Echo Score gives it 64/100, strongest in character & emotion (75) and weakest in story & flow (55).

64 /100

William Echo Score Breakdown

William presents a blend of thoughtful themes and uneven execution. The film’s direction and production offer a polished visual foundation, while the narrative occasionally falters under its earnest moral framing. Performances, particularly by the lead, bring emotional weight even as character development remains inconsistent. The sensory design supports the story without making a lasting impact. Overall, William emerges as a distinctive yet uneven drama with notable strengths in performance and thematic ambition.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 68

    In terms of art and craft, William offers a polished production design tempered by a lack of distinctive visual moments. The direction maintains a measured pacing and clear composition, but cinematography rarely ventures beyond restrained framing. Editing supports the narrative flow without drawing attention, and set elements feel competent but unremarkable. As a result, the film’s artistic presentation remains serviceable without achieving memorable visual impact.

  • Character & Emotion 75

    In terms of character and emotional resonance, the leading performances establish genuine engagement amid uneven development. The central actor delivers a nuanced portrayal that humanizes the titular character and draws empathy. Supporting roles exhibit sincerity but occasionally lack sufficient depth to enrich the moral context. Despite these inconsistencies, the cast’s chemistry sustains emotional investment through the film’s contemplative tone.

  • Story & Flow 55

    In terms of story and flow, William balances intriguing ethical questions with a tendency toward plodding pacing. Its exploration of moral and scientific themes offers moments of originality, yet the plot often settles into a predictable parable structure. Engagement wanes when dramatic stakes are underemphasized, and the storyline can feel overly earnest without sufficient tension. Overall, the narrative ambition is evident but undermined by uneven momentum and limited surprises.

  • Sensory Experience 63

    In terms of sensory experience, William delivers clear sound design and a functional musical score that underscore the dramatic tone. The soundtrack provides ambience but rarely establishes a memorable motif, and sound mixing remains balanced though unobtrusive. Visually, the style is cohesive with subdued color palettes, yet it stops short of creating immersive atmospheres or striking set pieces. Consequently, the sensory framework complements the narrative without leaving a lasting impression.

  • Rewatch Factor 58

    In terms of rewatch value, William’s contemplative themes and nuanced lead performance encourage reconsideration of its ethical questions. The film’s slow-building drama and thematic layers may reveal additional insights on subsequent viewings. However, the subdued pacing and modest narrative stakes may diminish enthusiasm for repeated watches. Ultimately, the movie offers thoughtful material for analysis but may not sustain a strong impulse for frequent revisits.

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FAQ

William FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, ratings and post-credit scenes of William, each answered in a sentence.

How long is William?

William runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was William released?

William was released on April 12, 2019.

Who directed William?

William was directed by Tim Disney.

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Who is in the cast of William?

William stars Connor Wilkinson as William 11 months, Maria Dizzia as Dr. Barbara Sullivan and Christian Convery as Young William, among 10 credited actors.

Where can I watch William?

In the US, William is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube (availability from JustWatch).

How is William rated?

William has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 36% on Rotten Tomatoes, 57 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.

Does William have a post-credit scene?

No. William has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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