The Shootist

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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Cast

John Wayne
John Wayne
J.B. Books
Lauren Bacall
Lauren Bacall
Bond Rogers
Ron Howard
Ron Howard
Gillom Rogers
James Stewart
James Stewart
Dr. Hostetler
Richard Boone
Richard Boone
Mike Sweeney
Hugh O'Brian
Hugh O'Brian
Jack Pulford
Bill McKinney
Bill McKinney
Jay Cobb
Harry Morgan
Harry Morgan
Marshall Thibido
John Carradine
John Carradine
Beckum
Sheree North
Sheree North
Serepta
Rick Lenz
Rick Lenz
Dobkins
Scatman Crothers
Scatman Crothers
Moses

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