The Shootist poster
Rating
7.1/10 (367 votes)
Popularity2
Runtime1h 40m
Release DateJuly 21, 1976
Revenue$13,400,000

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.

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.

Production

The De Laurentiis Company(US)
Paramount Pictures(US)

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Spoken Languages

English

Age Rating

All Ages

Key Crew

Director of PhotographyBruce Surtees
ScreenplayMiles Hood Swarthout
DirectorDon Siegel
ProducerWilliam Self
ScreenplayScott Hale
ProducerM.J. Frankovich

Videos & Trailers

Original Trailer

Original Trailer

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The Shootist 1976 theatrical trailer

The Shootist 1976 theatrical trailer

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John Landis on THE SHOOTIST

John Landis on THE SHOOTIST

Featurette