The Shootist

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.

Country:

United States of America

Genre:

Western

Duration:

100 minutes

Year:

1976

Director:

Don Siegel

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Company:

The De Laurentiis Company,

Paramount Pictures

Cast:

J.B. Books

Bond Rogers

Gillom Rogers

Dr. Hostetler

Mike Sweeney

Crew:

Director of Photography

Screenplay

Director

Novel

Producer