The Shootist
“He's got to face a gunfight once more to live up to his legend once more. To win just one more time.”
7.1/ 10IMDb7.6394
19761h 40mPG
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.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Don Siegel
- Writers
- Miles Hood Swarthout, Scott Hale, Glendon Swarthout
- Producers
- William Self, M.J. Frankovich
- Production
- The De Laurentiis Company, Paramount Pictures
Frequently asked questions
What is The Shootist rated?
The Shootist has an audience rating of 7.1 out of 10 from 394 votes.
Who directed The Shootist?
The Shootist was directed by Don Siegel.
When was The Shootist released?
The Shootist was released in 1976.
