7.1 Western

The Shootist

1976
He's got to face a gunfight once more to live up to his legend once more. To win just one more time.
Trailer
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
1976-07-21
Status
Released
Original Title
The Shootist
Runtime
1h 40m
Revenue
$13,400,000
Original Language
EN
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
The De Laurentiis Company, Paramount Pictures, Frankovich/Self Productions
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.
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