Where to watch Bill Russell in the UK
Find every Bill Russell film and TV show streaming, free, or available to rent in the UK. Updated daily — verified 3 May 2026.
William Felton "Bill" Russell was a legendary American professional basketball player who played as a center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1956 to 1969, widely regarded as one of the greatest in NBA history. Born on February 12, 1934, in Monroe, Louisiana, Russell's impact on the game goes beyond statistics. He played the center position for the Boston Celtics from 1956 to 1969, winning an astonishing 11 NBA championships in 13 seasons. Renowned for his defensive prowess, leadership, and shot-blocking abilities, Russell was a five-time NBA Most Valua…
Bill Russell films streaming in the UK
Most-watched films featuring Bill Russell, available across UK streaming, rent and buy.
Bill Russell TV shows streaming in the UK
Selected TV credits featuring Bill Russell.
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- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Host
- Miami Vice (1984) as Judge Roger Ferguson
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
- The Dick Cavett Show (1968) as Self - Guest
- Basketball: A Love Story (2018) as Self
- Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In (1968) as Self
- The Flip Wilson Show (1970) as Self
- The White Shadow (1978) as Bill Russell
- Shut Up and Dribble (2018) as Self - NBA Hall of Famer
- Bill Russell: Legend (2023) as Self
- Iconoclasts (2005) as Self
- O.J.: Made in America (2016) as Self (archive footage)
- Celtics City (2025) as Himself
- O.J.: Made in America (2016) as Self (archive footage)
- Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- On the Right Track (1981) as Robert
- Jim Brown: All-American (2002) as Self
- Goin' Back to Indiana (1971) as Self
- Bob Uecker's Wacky World of Sports (1985) as Self (archive footage)
- Rickles... On the Loose (1986) as Self
- The Journey of the African-American Athlete (1996) as Self
- :03 from Gold (2002) as Self (archive footage)
- Uncle Drew: Chapter 2 (2012) as Self
- History Rings True: Red Sox Opening Day Ring Ceremony (2005) as Self
- 2016 NBA Finals Mini-Movie (2016) as Himself
- Mr. Russell's House (2013) Cast
- Fathers of the Sport (2008) as Himself
- Bill Russell: My Life, My Way (2000) Cast
- El otro Rey de Chicago (2022) as Self
Bill Russell — FAQ
Where can I watch Bill Russell films in the UK?
Bill Russell's films and TV shows are available across UK streaming services. Click any title in the filmography below to see exactly which UK service has it — Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+, BBC iPlayer, ITVX, NOW, Sky, MUBI and more — updated daily.
What are Bill Russell's most popular films?
Most-watched Bill Russell films currently: O.J.: Made in America (2016), Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL (2022), On the Right Track (1981), Jim Brown: All-American (2002), Goin' Back to Indiana (1971).
What TV shows has Bill Russell appeared in?
Selected TV credits: The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962), The Mike Douglas Show (1961), Saturday Night Live (1975), Miami Vice (1984), The Merv Griffin Show (1962).
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