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The Big Gamble (1961)

“Across 30,000 miles to the fabled Ivory Coast!”

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Plot

A daring dreamer, Vic Brennan, convinces his family to bankroll his audacious expedition from the familiar streets of Dublin to the distant, uncharted town of Jebanda, nestled deep within the African wilderness. His bold ambition? To establish a truck-hauling enterprise in this remote corner of the world. However, there's a catch - he must reluctantly take along his clumsy cousin, Samuel, a human safeguard to the family's investment. Their journey, far from the comforts of home, quickly becomes a test of endurance and grit. Together, they navigate a tumultuous parade of misfortunes under the scorching African sun. From a nerve-wracking hijacking to a brush with a lethal fever, from near-drowning experiences to encounters with parched natives, their saga transforms into a relentless rollercoaster of trials and tribulations. To add to their woes, their trusty trucks, their only hope for success, begin to falter and fail. "The Big Gamble" is an irresistible fusion of ambition, adventure, and the all-too-human instinct for survival. It's a tale that takes you on a wild ride across the Ivory Coast, capturing the essence of a far-fetched dream and the misadventures that come with chasing it to the ends of the earth. This thrilling journey, packed with unexpected detours, paints an immersive picture of what it truly means to gamble big.

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The Big Gamble is an action movie featuring Stephen Boyd and directed by Elmo Williams.

The Big Gamble is currently streaming on DIRECTV.