The Shootist

1976·Movie
1h 40min·PG
IMDb7.6Metacritic777.6

Where to watch

fuboTVMGM+Paramount+PhiloKanopyHoopla

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The Shootist fingerprint

Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Violence6
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Cathartic and nostalgic

  • Catharsis8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Satire & Parody2

World

History

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

He's got to face a gunfight once more to live up to his legend once more. To win just one more time.

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.
Classic WesternJohn Wayne's Last FilmAging GunfighterMoral CodeEnd of an EraMelancholyCharacter-DrivenHistorical SettingMortality

Crew

Directed by:
Don Siegel, Joseph C. Cavalier, Betsy Norton
Written by:
Glendon Swarthout, Miles Hood Swarthout, Scott Hale
Produced by:
William Self, M.J. Frankovich
Composed by:
Michael Minkler, Elmer Bernstein, Les Fresholtz

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Shootist

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Shootist legally?

fuboTVMGM+Paramount+PhiloKanopyHoopla

The Shootist is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Paramount+, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Shootist worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Metacritic 77). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Shootist rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Shootist?

1 h 40 min

The Shootist runs 1 h 40 min.

Is The Shootist based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Shootist?

Critics77
Audiences76

Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see The Shootist much the same way.

What language is The Shootist in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Shootist?

22ARATAUBEBRCACHCLCODEECESFRGB+8

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Shootist in 22 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Shootist use?

DeconstructionTitle DropAnd This Is for...Kensington GoreAssassin Outclassin'Concealment Equals CoverYou're Cute When You're AngryBittersweet EndingThe Edwardian EraYou Are Already DeadSliding Scale of Law EnforcementLiteral Ass-Kickingand 35 more

TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for The Shootist, including Deconstruction, Title Drop, And This Is for....

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