Where can I watch The Shootist (1976)?

In US, The Shootist is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Paramount Plus Premium, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is The Shootist worth watching?

The Shootist holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, adventure and western. Most viewers rate it highly.

Who stars in The Shootist?

The Shootist stars John Wayne, Lauren Bacall, Ron Howard, James Stewart and Richard Boone.

When was The Shootist released?

The Shootist was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.

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The Shootist (1976): cast, story & where to watch

1976 · Film · ★ 7.1

Released in 1976, The Shootist is an action, drama, adventure and western film directed by Don Siegel, running about 100 minutes. “He's got to face a gunfight once more to live up to his legend once more. To win just one more time.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Afflicted with a terminal illness John Bernard Brooks, 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 Brooks' fate to die in peace, as he becomes embroiled in one last valiant battle.

Who’s in it. The Shootist stars John Wayne as J.B. Books, Lauren Bacall as Bond Rogers, Ron Howard as Gillom Rogers and James Stewart as Dr. Hostetler, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Shootist has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $8.1M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shootist page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Shootist tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Shootist (1976)?: In US, The Shootist is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Paramount Plus Premium, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Shootist worth watching?: The Shootist holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, adventure and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Shootist?: The Shootist stars John Wayne, Lauren Bacall, Ron Howard, James Stewart and Richard Boone.
When was The Shootist released?: The Shootist was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.