Challenge to be Free

Challenge to be Free

The true story of a man you will always remember. He became a legend you will never forget...

G 1975 · 88 min · ★ 8.2 · Family, Adventure

A friendly trapper tries to escape civilization.

Directed by Tay Garnett · Written by Anne Bosworth

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