The Fable of the Coming Champion Who Was Delayed (1914)
Overview
The coming "champ" decides he is so good he can go around a Dub like a Cooper around a Barrel.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.711 |
Directed By
George Ade
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