starring
John Wayne , Lauren Bacall and James Stewart and Ron Howard
During the 30 years from 1871 to 1901, J. B. Books has become a legend. He is feared and admired as one of the West's greatest gun-fighters. He is also the target for everyone out to make a ' reputation '. When Books arrives in a small town he seeks the advice of Dr Hostetler, who diagnoses cancer. The ageing gunfighter decides that his remaining days will not be wasted.
Screenplay by MILES HOOD SWARTHOUT and SCOTT HALE
Based on the novel by GLENDON SWARTHOUT Produced by M. J. FRANKOVICH and WILLIAM SELF Directed by DON SIEGEL
(First showing on British television) Films: page 13