The Shootist
1989, Japanese. Directed by Haruo Ichikura.
Former policeman Matsushita Hiroshi is a professional marksman shootist. When his keen eye catches his target in the dry urban darkness, the hard, breathless action begins.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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- Released
- 17 August 1989
- Original title
- 狙撃 THE SHOOTIST
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yoshirō Oka
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The Shootist: quick answers
What comes after The Shootist?
Next in the series: The Shootist 2 (1990), The Shootist 3 (1991), and The Shootist: Final Episode (1994).
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How long is The Shootist?
The Shootist runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
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Which OTT platform is The Shootist on?
The Shootist isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 17 August 1989. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Shootist?
If you liked The Shootist, try Wire Room, The Enforcer, The Protector.
Who directed The Shootist?
The Shootist (1989) was directed by Haruo Ichikura and stars Toru Nakamura, Toru Minegishi, Yūko Natori.