The Shootist (1976): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
The Shootist is a 1976 drama western starring John Carradine, John Wayne and James Stewart. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $8.1 million worldwide. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 77 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Shootist About?
The premise of The Shootist without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A former gunslinger, J.B. Books, learns he has cancer and only a few months to live. Seeking a peaceful end, he rents a room from Bond Rogers and her son Gillom in a quiet town. He hopes to spend his final days in solitude, but finds himself facing unexpected challenges and a complicated relationship with the mother and son.
The Shootist Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- year 1901
- reference to arizona
- bisbee arizona
- el paso texas
- tucson arizona
- reference to queen victoria
- 1900s
- bar shootout
- reference to john wesley hardin
- reference to bat masterson
- attempted murder
- kicked in the butt
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- reference to wild bill hickok
- mother son relationship
- medical examination
- laudanum
- lead actor's last film
- highwayman
- creede colorado
- two gun holster
- reference to adolph ochs
- voice over narration
- aging gunfighter
- 1870s
- bushwacking
- 1880s
- horse and buggy
- 1890s
- montage during opening credits
- tragedy drama
- period drama
- suspense drama
- death of protagonist
- death with dignity
- lost love
- boarding house
- morphine
- dairy
- physician
- widowed mother
- stoicism
- stable owner
- journalist
- old flame
- headstone
- legendary character
- faro dealer
- gunslinger
- hero worship
- american old west
The Shootist Cast
John Carradine leads the cast, with John Wayne and James Stewart.
Also Starring in The Shootist
· 5 moreThe Shootist Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Shootist 77 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 77 Metascore
User score 7.5
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TMDB 70% User score
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The Shootist Plot Summary
What happens in The Shootist from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As he nears the end of his journey, John Bernard “J.B.” Books, a seasoned lawman turned gunslinger, rides into Carson City, Nevada, during the cold days of January 1901. With over thirty years of violence etched into his life, he bears the burden of his past like the dusty boots he wears. His arrival sparks an unexpected confrontation when he encounters an armed robber. Demonstrating his legendary reflexes, Books swiftly disarms the attacker, leaving him wounded on the ground.
Full summary
The whole story of The Shootist, scene by scene
The Shootist Box Office
The Shootist grossed $8.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$8.1M
- US & Canada
- $8.1M
The Shootist Awards & Nominations
The Shootist was nominated for 1 Oscar. The 3 nominations come from 3 ceremonies.
3 nominations3 ceremonies
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BAFTA 1977 1 nomination- Nominated Best Actress in a Leading Role – Lauren Bacall
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Golden Globes 1977 1 nomination- Nominated Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama, Comedy or Musical (Supporting Actor) – Ron Howard
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Oscars 1977 1 nomination- Nominated Art Direction
The Shootist Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 2 trailers and 1 featurette.
- Trailer Original Trailer
- Featurette John Landis on THE SHOOTIST
How Well Do You Know The Shootist?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the main character's full name in 'The Shootist'?
Cars in The Shootist
1 car on screen: the 1903 Oldsmobile Curved Dash.
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1903 Oldsmobile Curved Dash Minor role
The Shootist Also Known As
26 alternative titles, including “Der Shootist” and “Der Shootist - Der letzte Scharfschütze”.
- Also known as
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- Der Shootist
- Der Shootist - Der letzte Scharfschütze
- The Shootist - Der letzte Scharfschütze
- Der Scharfschütze
- Der letzte Scharfschütze
- Il pistolero
- Le Dernier des Géants
- O Atirador
- El último pistolero
- A mesterlövész
- קרב אקדחים
- O Último Pistoleiro
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- Střelec
- Стрелецът
- Rewolwerowiec
- Den siste gunfightern
- Самый меткий
- تیرانداز
- 神枪手
- 최후의 총잡이
- Με το Χέρι στη Σκανδάλη
- Seksløberen Som Blev Tavs
- ラスト・シューティスト
- L’últim pistoler
- Revolverimies
- El Ultimo Pistolero
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The Shootist FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of The Shootist, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Shootist?
The Shootist runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was The Shootist released?
The Shootist was released on August 20, 1976.
Who is in the cast of The Shootist?
The Shootist stars John Carradine, John Wayne and James Stewart, among 9 credited actors.
How much did The Shootist make at the box office?
The Shootist grossed $8.1 million worldwide.
How is The Shootist rated?
The Shootist has 77 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.
Was The Shootist nominated for any awards?
The Shootist received 3 nominations across 3 ceremonies.
Does The Shootist have a post-credit scene?
No. The Shootist has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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