The Gambler
Watch TrailerThis Western adventure, inspired by Kenny Rogers' hit song, tells how fictional gambler Brady Hawkes, going in search of a young son he never knew he had, teams up with an impetuous young admirer and a shady lady on his journey, which also involves him with an arrogant railroad owner and a gang of villains.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1980 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Western, TV Movie |
| Director | Dick Lowry |
| Runtime | 94 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.7/10 (23 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The TV movie constructs a classic tale of redemption and unexpected fatherhood, relying on familiar genre tropes and the protagonist's inherent charisma. It explores themes of fate and duty through the framework of a famous ballad.
What lingers after the credits is the feeling of a leisurely, atmospheric ride through the Western plains, where the stakes in the game prove to be far greater than those at the card table. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Dick Lowry
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Watch in the evening, settled into an armchair, as a good old-fashioned adventure tale.
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