The Shootist

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."
  • 1976
  • 1 hr 40 min
  •  7.053  (367)
  •   Released

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.

The Shootist
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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.
  • Release Date
    1976
  • Runtime
    1 hr 40 min
  • Language
    en
  • Rating
    7.053  (367)