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The Shootist

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."
Audience Score
71
PG 1 hr 40 minAug 11th, 1976Drama, Western
Afflicted with a terminal illness John Bernard Brooks, 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 Brooks' fate to die in peace, as he becomes embroiled in one last valiant battle.
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DirectorDon Siegel
StarringJohn WayneLauren BacallRon Howard

Cast & Crew

John Wayne
as J.B. Books
Lauren Bacall
as Bond Rogers
Ron Howard
as Gillom Rogers
James Stewart
as Dr. Hostetler

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:August 11th, 1976
On DVD & Blu-ray:July 24th, 2001 - Buy DVD
Original Language:English
Production Companies:Paramount, Dino De Laurentiis Company
Movie Tags:widow, sniper

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