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The Shootist

1976 • 1h40m Western

Rating

7.0/10

Popularity

1

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.

Details

Director

Don Siegel

Screenplay

Miles Hood Swarthout

Scott Hale

Cast

John Wayne

Lauren Bacall

Ron Howard

Release date

7/21/1976

Status

Released

Revenue

$13,400,000

Origin country

US

Vote count

366