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The Shootist (1976)

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

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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Don Siegel
  • Profile picture of John Wayne
    J.B. Books John Wayne
  • Profile picture of Lauren Bacall
    Bond Rogers Lauren Bacall
  • Profile picture of Ron Howard
    Gillom Rogers Ron Howard
  • Profile picture of James Stewart
    Dr. Hostetler James Stewart
  • Profile picture of Richard Boone
    Mike Sweeney Richard Boone
  • Profile picture of Hugh O'Brian
    Jack Pulford Hugh O'Brian
  • Profile picture of Bill McKinney
    Jay Cobb Bill McKinney
  • Profile picture of Harry Morgan
    Marshall Thibido Harry Morgan

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