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.”
What is The Shootist?
The Shootist is a film first released in 1976. Catalogued under Western.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 21, 1976
- Studios
- The De Laurentiis Company, Paramount Pictures
- Genres
- Western
- Updated
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Overview
The Shootist is a film first released in 1976. Catalogued under Western. Produced and broadcast by The De Laurentiis Company, Paramount Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A legendary dying gunfighter seeks peace in Carson City but faces one final battle.”
- features John Wayne in his final film appearance
- directed by Don Siegel
- compelling story of a gunfighter facing a terminal illness
- deals with heavy themes of terminal illness and impending death
Watch it if you appreciate classic American westerns starring John Wayne.
The film deals with mature themes including terminal illness and violent conflict.
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Frequently asked questions
When was The Shootist released?
The film was released in 1976.
Who directed the film?
The Shootist was directed by Don Siegel.
Who stars in the film?
It stars John Wayne in his final film appearance.
What is the film about?
A dying gunfighter with a terminal illness returns to Carson City to seek peace and medical attention before becoming involved in one last battle.
Is the film based on a book?
Yes, the film is based on Glendon Swarthout's 1975 novel.
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