William Shockley, born in 1963 in Lawrence, Kansas, has carved out a niche in cult cinema with his roles in Street Asylum (1990) and Born Wild (2012). In Street Asylum, he embodies the gritty atmosphere of the early '90s exploitation genre, while Born Wild showcases his versatility as an actor. With a background in music and a degree in political science from Texas Tech University, Shockley brings a distinct energy to his performances, making him a notable figure in the realm of cult and grindhouse films.
Born Wild
After serving five years for killing a fellow biker in self-defense, a hardened drifter returns to his Texas hometown, where an old friend’s death forces him to confront his former gang, an abandoned love, and the father he never knew. After being released from prison for the murder of a fellow biker; CJ returns to his hometown to confront his former gang. However; he arrives to find that the past is not forgotten easily; and now they are out for blood. Fresh out of prison for killing a fellow biker, CJ returns to his hometown and discovers his former gang isn't ready to forget the past.