The Michigan Kid

The Michigan Kid

NR 1928 · 64 min · ★ 9.0 · Drama

The Michigan Kid is a gambler in the backwoods of Alaska trying to make enough money to go back to his hometown and impress the girl he loves. His childhood rival for the girl happens to turn up at his casino, in trouble and doesn't want his girl to find about it.

Directed by Irvin Willat · Written by Rex Beach

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