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.

Movie · Western · 1h 40m · Rated 7.1/10 on TMDB · Released July 21, 1976

Overview

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.

Directed by Don Siegel

Cast

• John Wayne as J.B. Books
• Lauren Bacall as Bond Rogers
• Ron Howard as Gillom Rogers
• James Stewart as Dr. Hostetler
• Richard Boone as Mike Sweeney
• Hugh O'Brian as Jack Pulford
• Bill McKinney as Jay Cobb
• Harry Morgan as Marshall Thibido
• John Carradine as Beckum
• Sheree North as Serepta
• Rick Lenz as Dobkins
• Scatman Crothers as Moses

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