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The Shootist(1976)
Status: Released
Date: 1976-07-21
71%
368 Votes
Time: 1h 40m
He's got to face a gunfight once more to live up to his legend once more. To win just one more time.
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.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United States of America
Revenue: $13,400,000.00
ProductionCompanies: 
Movie: The Shootist
Top 10 Billed Cast
John Wayne
J.B. Books
Lauren Bacall
Bond Rogers
Ron Howard
Gillom Rogers
James Stewart
Dr. Hostetler
Richard Boone
Mike Sweeney
Hugh O'Brian
Jack Pulford
Bill McKinney
Jay Cobb
Harry Morgan
Marshall Thibido
John Carradine
Beckum
Sheree North
Serepta
Video Trailer The Shootist
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Original Trailer
The Shootist 1976 theatrical trailer
John Landis on THE SHOOTIST
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The Shootist 1976 theatrical trailer - Trailer
John Landis on THE SHOOTIST - Featurette
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