The Shootist (1976)

Name: The Shootist
Genre: Western
Released: 1976-07-21
Duration: 1 h 40 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: John Wayne, Lauren Bacall, Ron Howard, James Stewart, Richard Boone

Western • PT1H40M

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.

Director: Don Siegel

Top 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

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