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| The Gamble | |
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| Directed by | Thomas Ricketts |
| Written by | Thomas Ricketts |
| Distributed by | Mutual Film |
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Running time | 2 reels |
| Country | United States |
| Languages | Silent film English intertitles |
The Gamble is a 1916 American silent short drama film written and directed by Thomas Ricketts. Set on a farm, the film stars Harold Lockwood and May Allison.
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