William Shatner Documentary to Debut at GalaxyCon Richmond with Star-Studded Evening

William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill from Legion M will take over the Historic Byrd Theater, March 15 at 7 p.m. – Ticket Packages on Sale

RICHMOND, VA – February 23, 2024 – Get ready to embark on a journey through the extraordinary life of an icon with the premiere of William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill, a captivating documentary set to debut at the iconic Byrd Theater in Richmond, VA, on March 15, before a series of red carpet events in New York and LA. This special event is part of the highly anticipated GalaxyCon weekend and is co-hosted by GalaxyCon and Legion M.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker, Alexandre O. Philippe from Exhibit A Pictures, William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill provides an intimate and revealing look at the life and career of the legendary entertainer. From his groundbreaking role as Captain James T. Kirk in Star Trek to his extensive work in film, television, music, and beyond, this documentary promises to take audiences on a captivating journey through the many facets of Shatner’s remarkable career. The film premiered at SXSW and is currently 100% with critics on Rotten Tomatoes. 

The debut event will kick off with a star-studded red carpet affair at 7 p.m., featuring celebrity guests from GalaxyCon’s ever-growing slate of beloved stars of film, television, animation, comics, and other fandoms. Attendees will have the opportunity to mingle with fellow fans and industry insiders as they celebrate the legacy of William Shatner.

“I love the fans at GalaxyCon,” said William Shatner, “and since this movie is owned by fans with Legion M, this seems like a very fitting place for a red-carpet premiere. I’m looking forward to a magical night.” 

Mike Broder, CEO of GalaxyCon, expressed his excitement about the premiere, stating, “We are thrilled to host the premiere of ‘You Can Call Me Bill’ as part of GalaxyCon weekend. William Shatner is an icon in the entertainment world, and this documentary offers a unique insight into his extraordinary life and career. We can’t wait for fans to experience this unforgettable event.”

Following the red carpet reception, the documentary will screen at 8 p.m., providing audiences with an early look at the film, before its nationwide theatrical release on March 22nd.  The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with William Shatner himself, offering fans the opportunity to hear firsthand about his experiences and reflections on the documentary.

“As a company that is owned by fans, Legion M strives to open these kinds of exclusive “insider” events to the rest of us,” said Jeff Annison, Cofounder and President of Legion M. “I can’t think of a better place to kick off the nationwide release of our movie than with the wonderful community at GalaxyCon!” 

Tickets for the premiere of “You Can Call Me Bill” are available now and can be purchased through the GalaxyCon website. 

About GalaxyCon
GalaxyCon is a leading producer of pop culture events across the United States, bringing fans together with their favorite celebrities from film, television, comics, and more. With a focus on creating unforgettable experiences for attendees, GalaxyCon events feature celebrity panels, autograph signings, photo opportunities, and more.

About Legion M
Since 2016, Legion M has cultivated a collection of fans and creators banding together to shape the future of entertainment. Founded and led by two Emmy award-winners, Legion M is a film production company based in Los Angeles that partners with creators – from independent filmmakers to big Hollywood studios – to produce movies, TV shows, documentaries, VR experiences, and more.

Legion M’s roster includes acclaimed releases such as Mandy, Archenemy, Jay and Silent Bob Reboot, and Colossal, with upcoming projects The Man in the White Van, William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill, This is Not Financial Advice, My Dead Friend Zoe and many more. For more information on recent projects and credits, visit www.legionm.com. 

About Exhibit A Pictures
Dedicated to the appreciation and preservation of our global cinematic and pop culture heritage, Exhibit A Pictures specializes in long-form documentary films that celebrate and deconstruct the defining popular trends and icons of our time.

Alexandre O. Philippe, Kerry Deignan Roy, and Robert Muratore are the original founding partners of the US-based documentary film company, which first came together for the pop-culture breakout THE PEOPLE VS GEORGE LUCAS (SXSW 2010). Since that time, the team has released THE LIFE AND TIMES OF PAUL THE PSYCHIC OCTOPUS (2012), DOC OF THE DEAD (SXSW2014),78/52: HITCHCOCK’S SHOWER SCENE (Sundance 2017), MEMORY: THE ORIGINS OF ALIEN (Sundance 2019), LEAP OF FAITH: WILLIAM FRIEDKIN ON THE EXORCIST (Venice 2019/ Sundance 2020), and THE TAKING (Fantastic Fest ’21, BFI London FF ’21), LYNCH/OZ (Tribeca ’22), WILLIAM SHATNER: YOU CAN CALL ME BILL (SXSW ’23).

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