The Big Idea (1917)
Overview
A clerk in a failing antiques store gets a big idea on how to move the merchandise so that he can save the store and possibly win the girl.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.769 |
Directed By
Hal Mohr
Gilbert Pratt
Crew
Hal Mohr
Hal Mohr
Hal Mohr
Gilbert Pratt
Hal Roach
Della Mullady
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