The Shootist (1976)
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 b...
Rating: 7.0
Genres Western, Drama
Original language: en
IMDb tt0075213
Stars
John Wayne as John Bernard Books
James Stewart as Dr. Hostetler
Lauren Bacall as The Widow
Creators
Ron Howard (Director)
James Stewart (Producer)
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