FILMTSThe Shootist1976
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The Shootist
Western film with a runtime of 100 minutes, released in 1976. Presented in English.
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Western starring John Wayne in his final screen role as gunslinger JB Books. Stopping off in a small town to seek advice about the searing pains in his back, Books is diagnosed by the local doctor as having terminal cancer. Hoping to spend his last days in peace, but unable to escape his reputation, he prepares himself for one last showdown. (Including five News Update), The Duke excels in his final screen role as JB Books, feared and admired for thirty years as one of the West's greatest gunslingers. Stopping off in a small town to seek advice about the searing pains in his back, Books is diagnosed by the local doctor as having terminal cancer. Hoping to spend his last days in peace, but unable to escape his reputation, he prepares himself for one last showdown.
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How long is The Shootist?
The Shootist runs for 1h 40m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under Western, action/adventure, drama.
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Yes
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