All those years I worked those cowtowns, I was only ever mixed up in one shooting. Just one. But a man lost his life and I took it.

The film is loosely based on real events that took place in Tombstone, Arizona, including the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral and the Earp Vendetta Ride. Val Kilmer's memorable performance as hard-drinking Doc Holliday, who received various awards and nominations despite not getting an Oscar nomination. See also: Kurt Russell, Bill Paxton, Val Kilmer, Michael Biehn, Michael Rooker, Michael Biehn filmography.