The Shootist
He's got to face a gunfight once more to live up to his legend once more. To win just one more time.
Storyline
Afflicted with a terminal illness John Bernard Books, the last of the legendary gunfighters, quietly returns to Carson City for medical attention from his old friend Dr. Hostetler. Aware that his days are numbered, the troubled man seeks solace and peace in a boarding house run by a widow and her son. However, it is not Books' fate to die in peace, as he becomes embroiled in one last valiant battle.
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Cast & Crew
John Wayne
J.B. Books
Lauren Bacall
Bond Rogers
Ron Howard
Gillom Rogers
James Stewart
Dr. Hostetler
Richard Boone
Mike Sweeney
Hugh O'Brian
Jack Pulford
Bill McKinney
Jay Cobb
Harry Morgan
Marshall Thibido
John Carradine
Beckum
Sheree North
Serepta
Rick Lenz
Dobkins
Scatman Crothers
Moses
Frequently Asked Questions
The Shootist was released on July 21, 1976.
The runtime of The Shootist is 1h 40m.
The Shootist is a Western movie.
The Shootist has a rating of 7.1 out of 10 on TMDB.
The Shootist is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
The Shootist was directed by Don Siegel.
The main cast of The Shootist includes John Wayne, Lauren Bacall, Ron Howard.
The Shootist is originally in English.