The Gamble (1916 film)

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The Gamble
Directed by Thomas Ricketts
Written byThomas Ricketts
Distributed by Mutual Film
Release date
  • January 16, 1916 (1916-01-16)
Running time
2 reels
CountryUnited States
LanguagesSilent 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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