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American: The Bill Hicks Story
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American: The Bill Hicks Story

2010-04-10 · 102 min · ★ 7.4

Comedy · Documentary

American: The Bill Hicks Story is a biographical documentary film on the life of comedian Bill Hicks.

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Directors
Matt Harlock, Paul Thomas
Production companies
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Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released
Revenue
USD 90,275

Top Cast

Bill HicksBill HicksSelf
Kevin BoothKevin Booth
John Farneti
Lynn HicksSelf

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