The Big Gamble
“Across 30,000 miles to the fabled Ivory Coast!”
Synopsis
Irish seaman Vic Brennan persuades his Dublin family to finance a truck-hauling business in the remote African town of Jebanda. The only stipulation is that his cousin Samuel, a timid bank clerk, accompany Vic and his Corsican bride, Marie, to Africa and protect the family fortune.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elmo Williams, Richard Fleischer
- Screenplay & Story
- Irwin Shaw
- Original Score
- Maurice Jarre
- Original Title
- The Big Gamble
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Darryl F. Zanuck Productions, 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elmo Williams, Richard Fleischer
Irwin Shaw
Maurice Jarre
William C. Mellor
Roger Dwyre
Darryl F. Zanuck
Department Leadership Roster
Darryl F. Zanuck
Producer
Elmo Williams
Director
William C. Mellor
Director of Photography
Irwin Shaw
Writer
Richard Fleischer
Director
Monique Plotin
Costume Design
Roger Dwyre
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Gamble
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Big Gamble about?
Irish seaman Vic Brennan persuades his Dublin family to finance a truck-hauling business in the remote African town of Jebanda. The only stipulation is that his cousin Samuel, a timid bank clerk, accompany Vic and his Corsican bride, Marie, to Africa and protect the family fortune.
Who directed The Big Gamble?
The Big Gamble was directed by Elmo Williams, Richard Fleischer.
Who stars in The Big Gamble?
The principal cast of The Big Gamble includes Stephen Boyd, Juliette Gréco, David Wayne, Gregory Ratoff, Sybil Thorndike.
When was The Big Gamble released and how long is it?
The Big Gamble was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Big Gamble?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Big Gamble was composed by Maurice Jarre.