The Shootist (1976)
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.
Where to watch The Shootist
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Paramount Plus Essential | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| New Zealand | Lionsgate+ | — | — |
| India | Lionsgate+, Movie Sphere+ | — | — |
| Germany | Lionsgate+ | — | — |
| France | Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS, SFR Play, Lionsgate+ | — | — |
| Spain | Lionsgate+ | — | — |
| Netherlands | Lionsgate+ | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Shootist in 12 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Shootist about?
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. The Shootist is a Western movie, released on 1976-07-21, runtime 100 minutes.
Is The Shootist worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Shootist 7.1 out of 10 from 400 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch The Shootist?
In the United States, The Shootist streams on Paramount Plus Essential and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Don Siegel
Cast
- John Wayne as J.B. Books
- Lauren Bacall as Bond Rogers
- Ron Howard as Gillom Rogers
- James Stewart as Dr. Hostetler
- Richard Boone as Mike Sweeney
- Hugh O'Brian as Jack Pulford
- Bill McKinney as Jay Cobb
- Harry Morgan as Marshall Thibido
- John Carradine as Beckum
- Sheree North as Serepta
- Rick Lenz as Dobkins
- Scatman Crothers as Moses
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Sources
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