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The Shootist (1976)

He's got to face a gunfight once more to live up to his legend once more. To win just one more time.

★ 7.1/10 TMDBPG1h 40mWestern
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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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The Shootist Cast

  • John Wayne

    John Wayne

    as J.B. Books

  • Lauren Bacall

    Lauren Bacall

    as Bond Rogers

  • Ron Howard

    Ron Howard

    as Gillom Rogers

  • James Stewart

    James Stewart

    as Dr. Hostetler

  • Richard Boone

    Richard Boone

    as Mike Sweeney

  • Hugh O'Brian

    Hugh O'Brian

    as Jack Pulford

  • Bill McKinney

    Bill McKinney

    as Jay Cobb

  • Harry Morgan

    Harry Morgan

    as Marshall Thibido

  • John Carradine

    John Carradine

    as Beckum

  • Sheree North

    Sheree North

    as Serepta

  • Rick Lenz

    Rick Lenz

    as Dobkins

  • Scatman Crothers

    Scatman Crothers

    as Moses

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Where can I watch The Shootist?

The Shootist is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Essential in the US.

When was The Shootist released?

The Shootist came out on July 21, 1976.

Is The Shootist worth watching?

The Shootist holds a 7.1/10 average from 397 TMDB user ratings. Viewers generally enjoy it, especially fans of the genre.

How long is The Shootist?

The Shootist runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).

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