

The Big Chance(1957)
They gambled with danger and lost...
A clerk sees his big chance to escape a humdrum existence, but his resolve is tested as many unexpected obstacles arise.
Movie: The Big Chance
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Adam Maxwell
Betty Anderson
Mr. Jarvis
Miss Jessop
Mrs. Willett
Customs Man

The Big Chance
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A clerk sees his big chance to escape a humdrum existence, but his resolve is tested as many unexpected obstacles arise.
Release Date
1957-09-01
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3.5
Rating:
1.8 startsTagline
They gambled with danger and lost...
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